It can be hard to know where to start when designing your dream bedroom; we spend a third of our lives sleeping, so we want it to be the perfect balance of style and function. Function is the easy part, but if you’re unsure of what style you like, start by flicking through some home design magazines or looking at Pinterest to get ideas of what you want. Some people create scrapbooks or boards on Pinterest of their favourite colours, patterns and layouts to help them visualise how their bedroom will look.
Once you have an idea of what you like, it’s time to think about the space you have to work with; take plenty of measurements to know what will fit and what won’t. Then it’s time to get started, and our guide can help you create your dream room, a place you find comfort, tranquillity and style.
Walls & Floors
Colours play an essential part in creating the right atmosphere for your room and should be one of the first things you think about when designing your room, as they will flow across every aspect of your design. If your want a dark and sultry look, consider painting one wall in grey charcoal or olive green. For a lighter cooling effect, stick to soft blues and whites or if your room is already a little chilly, try warming yellows or burnt oranges. The same when choosing wallpaper, think about the colours carefully.
When painting your room, it’s best to keep things simple as an overstimulating environment can be a detriment to your sleep. If you’re not sure how to pull off a dark or vivid look without causing the room to be too loud or become dank and dark, then play things a little safer with muted toned down colours. To create a sophisticated look, use multiple shades of the same colour or stick to a single painted wall. Light greys are a trendy option for a room; they’re more exciting than white and have a soothing effect when used in a bedroom. Painting your walls white can still be an excellent option if you want to add some brightly coloured artwork to the walls or have more exciting patterns on your bedding and cushions.
You can’t go wrong when it comes to flooring; if you want a fluffy and luxurious carpet, keep the colours neutral but complementary to the walls. However, if you want hardwood, choose rugs that complement your bedding and curtains.
Layout & Storage
When planning your layout, pay attention to the direction the natural light enters your room; use the light to draw the eye to the bed as a central point of your room. In larger rooms, you can get creative with how you position your room, but in rectangular or smaller spaces, place your bed lengthways in the centre of one wall; this will give you space on either side for bedside tables and the space to change the bedding. Once you have your bed in position, organising your furniture will be easier.
Adequate storage is vital to any bedroom. Whether you have a large, standard, or small room, consider installing fitted bedroom wardrobes to add more floor space to your bedroom. Online Bedrooms has a great range to choose from if you’re thinking of buying fitted wardrobes, which are a fantastic addition to any room. They are particularly useful in awkwardly sized areas of a bedroom that would otherwise go unused; either side of an old chimney breast or in a loft where the ceiling slopes are great spots for fitted wardrobes. Your room doesn’t need to be an awkward shape for these stylish storage solutions to give your bedroom a chic finish.
Lighting
While natural light is essential when planning your room, don’t forget artificial light as the majority of our time in our bedroom is spent when it’s already dark outside. Create a relaxing and cosy environment with soft, warm lighting; choose bedside lamps that you can dim, tinted glass shades on a ceiling light, and a backlit headboard that offers the perfect atmosphere as you relax after a long day.
Bed
Everyone deserves the most comfortable and opulent bed; sleep is our best defence against stress and fatigue, and we all need a bed that can give us the most restful nights sleep. As one of the most important pieces of furniture we will ever buy, choosing the right one is vital. Try as many mattresses as you can to find one that suits your comfort needs: many retailers will give you between 30 and 60 days to try a mattress at home, with a full refund if it’s not working for you.
As the focal point of most bedrooms, it’s essential that your find the perfect statement bed to pull your designs together. Beds can also offer more storage if space is limited with built-in draws or hidden compartments you lift the mattress up to access. A sense of true luxury comes from sleeping in a beautiful and quality bed with high thread count bedding and a soft rug or carpet to step onto when you wake. Top your bed with gorgeous pillows and a throw when you wake to have that extra touch of elegance.
Accessories
Add to the furniture and design of your bedroom with the perfect accessories. Emphasise the room’s proportions by adding some striking pieces; whether you have floor to ceiling windows or bare walls, there are plenty of ways to add a note of glamour throughout your bedroom.
Mirrors: Mirrors are a perfect accessory for a bedroom; they give an illusion of more space and bounce the light for a more vibrant room.
Plants: Breath life into your bedroom with plants; whether you create a windowsill garden or go for tall potted indoor trees, plants give you better air quality and add to the relaxing atmosphere of your space.
Decorative Vases: Even if you already have potted plants in your bedroom, decorative vases with either fake or real flowers will give a glamorous vibe to your room.
Art: Bare walls are very dull in any bedroom, add some art to your walls to give the space a little luxury. If you’re not sure what to buy, there are plenty of guides online to help you choose art you’ll love.
