Your bedroom is your private sanctuary and your retreat. But if you’re cringing at the very thought of how your sanctuary is looking right now, you’ve got remodeling to do.
You want to wake up each morning in a space that makes you feel good – a space that’s not only comfortable but designed according to your personal tastes. So, before you embark on this renovation project, you’ll want to jot down any design idea that comes to mind.
If you can’t think of anything right away, you can always look for inspiration in home design magazines and blogs. There are plenty of dazzling bedroom design images on Pinterest alone to spark your imagination.
Your ideal bedroom is not a far-away dream. It can be real and better than you imagined. So, take a look at our tips for the perfect bedroom, and start planning.
1. Choose a peaceful color
When designing a room, one of the first things to think about is how you’ll paint it – it’s also the first task to complete before moving in all of your furniture!
Color is a crucial component in creating the right kind of atmosphere in a room. For a bedroom, it’s best to opt for a light color scheme to give the impression of more space.
Gentle, light colors for the bedroom will ensure that more natural light enters the space while creating an atmosphere of calm. You want colors that promote a sense of peace rather than overstimulation right before you go to sleep.
Be cautious when choosing the paint and go with a muted and calm color scheme. If you must use a bold color, choose a toned-down color, such as dusty blue over a vivid sky blue.
Gray color schemes for bedrooms remain extremely popular, and for a good reason. Gray is elegant, calming, and a little more thrilling than white. In addition, pink is favored right now, and pleasant warmer colors like terracotta and plaster are also popular.
2. Buy a plush rug
Place a soft and plush rug on your sleeping side. When you wake up on a chilly morning, you’ll be greeted by a thick, soft rug instead of a cold hardwood floor. Choose a rug color that is solid and neutral, such as steel, white, dark linen, deep gray, or taupe.
3. Find the best bed
Getting a new bed is more than just buying a nice-looking bed frame. First and foremost, the most important factor in getting a good night’s sleep is to use a highly rated mattress. Do you prefer a firm or a soft one? Look for a mattress that suits your specific needs in terms of firmness and size.
Next, consider your requirements for the bed frame. For example, do you need more storage in your bedroom, and would you benefit from a bed frame that lifts up to expose invisible storage? Or how about a bed frame with headboard storage? Do you need to have a king-size bed, or could a double bed save you space?
The overall look of your bed should fit in with the rest of the room, or you can design the rest of the room to fit well with the bed. Opt for a plain, white-washed wooden frame if you prefer a minimalist, streamlined look with a classy edge. A bed with a cushioned, comfortable headboard is ideal for adding a sense of luxury or a pop of color.
4. Get quality pillows and bedding
Crisp, high-quality bed linen is essential. Choose cotton bedding with a high thread count, and make sure to get it from a brand that completely discloses its production origin. Also, linen is ideal if you don’t want to iron your bed linen because it has a naturally distressed appearance.
Consider how big your bed is when determining the number of pillows you’ll need. Naturally, a small bed needs fewer pillows than a large one. When you make your bed and arrange the pillows, you want the whole setup to be visually appealing. If you have the impression that something isn’t quite right, your bed might need fewer or more pillows.
You can include both supporting cushion pads and small, square cushion pads. Put the bolster pad, for example, in front of the square and small pillows. Choose a fabric that compliments the color of your bedding.
5. Create a seating area
An extra seating area can be used for a variety of purposes, such as reading or even putting on your shoes. Consider incorporating a small armchair into your design.
If your bedroom has a window or extra space, you could add an ottoman, blanket box, or chaise lounge for additional storage.
6. Put the nightstands next to the bed
Without a nightstand, the bedroom seems to be empty. The next step should be to look for a nightstand that complements the bed. You can mix and match nightstands or select nightstands that come as a pair with your bed. Remember to add frames, books, vases, and lamps to your bedside table.
7. Look for small storage furniture
Bedroom storage should be both visually appealing and functional. You can incorporate different kinds of storage spaces in the bedroom, particularly if you have a bunch of things that need to be sorted and organized – and enough room for a number of storage parts. Also, you can decide on a bedroom storage set, matching your bed frame to bedside cabinets and your wardrobe. Lastly, consider adding a bedroom chest or bench for additional storage.
8. Pick the right drapes
You want to maximize the amount of natural light in your bedroom during the day. This will make it seem larger and brighter. On the other hand, during the night, the room needs to be really dark. This is a difficult balance to strike.
Shutters are a fantastic choice because you can control the amount of light that enters the room. They are, however, the costlier option. For a cheaper alternative, choose floaty, light curtains paired with black-out blinds.
For a more elegant look, go for full-length curtains and hang them a little above the window.
Wrap Up
As you look at various designs, keep these tricks and tips in mind. You’ll end up with a bedroom you’ll never want to leave!
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