Designing a beautiful, relaxing bedroom doesn't have to cost a fortune. In fact, crafting a serene atmosphere is mostly about bringing in design elements like color and texture. Try these tips for making your bedroom a peaceful refuge you'll love coming home to.
Make It Your Own
Your entire house should reflect your personality, but the bedroom, in particular, should be a good fit for its owners. Make it your own by adding personal accents. You might try hanging a statement mirror or other dramatic accent. If you enjoy vintage decor, you can make them look fresh and unique by framing ads from old magazines. Shop at thrift stores and garage sales regularly to freshen your sleep space with vintage vases, planters, and other new finds on the cheap.
Use a Variety of Textures
Rooms need dimension to feel stylish and lived-in. Texture provides a sense that a room is "alive," so tell your story with wall hangings made from yarn or other textural materials. Make your own one-of-a-kind headboard in a cozy fabric or cushiony style. Cover your bed with a quilt or chenille bedspread, and accent it with big, textured throw pillows. Finally, toss a chunky blanket over a chair for a welcoming look that adds dimension.
Build the Perfect Bed
Let's face it: your bed is the reason your bedroom exists. Choose the right bed for your needs, and you've mastered the key to a good night's sleep. Mattresses are available in a vast array of configurations, though queen mattresses are the most common size for most adults. From plush to firm, there's a perfect mattress out there for everyone.
After you've found your ideal size and comfort level, consider splurging on sheets boasting a high thread count for the ultimate in bedtime luxury. Or keep it budget-friendly by using warm flannel sheets in the winter and cool linen in the warmer months.
Use a Soft Touch
While sharp, modern decor looks nice, it’s not the most relaxing. When you’re trying to create a tranquil atmosphere, try incorporating the softest materials. You can cover your bed in velvet or another soft fabric. For the ultimate get-away-from-it-all touch, build a simple DIY canopy bed. You can even put soft lighting at your fingertips by installing a dimmer switch. Create a soothing color scheme with paint and accents in natural hues. These cozy additions will help you get into a sleepytime mindset for a restorative rest every night.
Incorporate Nature
Art depicting landscapes and colors plucked straight from nature can be calming and beautiful. Bring a little bit of the outdoors into your bedroom decor by going with green walls and incorporating different shades of the soothing color into your decor. Hang wall art depicting nature scenes or plants.
You can also bring nature more literally into the space. Cleanse the air with a Boston fern or other purifying plant and showcase your greenery on a stylish plant stand. Place fresh flowers on a table or dresser, and spritz pillows with a natural, herbal-scented linen spray. The options are endless; just head outside for inspiration. From dried flowers to pine cones, you can even add seasonal touches straight from the great outdoors.
A bedroom that helps you relax for a better night's sleep or simply a peaceful few minutes in the middle of the day is worth its weight in gold. Fortunately, you don't need a big budget to achieve it. Try these tips to create your own nighttime oasis, and be prepared to get the best sleep ever.
