How to Transform Your Bedroom into a Calming Oasis   

A bedroom should be a personal getaway, a sanctuary, which expresses your favorite colors, feelings, and collections, it’s a place to curl up with a good book, zone out and watch some TV, or simply relax away from the world.  

Given how much time we spend in our bedrooms, it’s one of the most important rooms in a home. Despite this, the bedroom is often a room that ranks least important for many when it comes to its design and decor. We understand that creating a cozy yet functional space can be challenging, but with a few simple decor upgrades —you can have the retreat-like bedroom.  

Bedroom Design Tips  

Choose the right colors: In choosing colors for a bedroom, make sure you will use neutral colors, warm colors, earth colors and pastel colors. These should be used in your walls, ceilings and even your furniture. Avoid using bright colors for this will not stimulate you to sleep. Make sure also that the colors of your furniture and even fabrics complement each other. You have to make your room restful and relaxing so that you won’t find it hard to doze off. 

Choose the right bed: Your bed is the focal point of the bedroom. Make sure you could choose the right one. If you use a large bed, your bedroom will look small and crowded especially if your room is not too big. If you use a bed which is too small, it will look awkward. You have to choose the right size for your bed for this is one of primary things that could make your room look perfect. Also, choose a good mattress. Something that is soft and comfortable would be perfect for you so that you could have perfect dreams, too. 

Choose good wall décor: Some people opt to use wallpapers or have it artistically painted with a unique texture. But others opt to save on wall decor by painting it with plain warm colors and place beautifully framed pictures and paintings. You can actually look for some pictures you like or you might want to consider your kid’s art work. This can help you save a lot. 

Choose the right flooring material: Instead of using cold flooring like ceramic tiles, marble or granite, make use of laminated flooring, wood, or carpet. It is not advisable to use ceramic tiles because it will only make your floor cold. You wouldn’t want to get out of bed and step on a cold floor. You might even slip if you use ceramic tiles. But if you already have cold flooring in your bedroom, put a rug or a carpet near your bedside. 

Consider room traffic: It is important that you have a good traffic inside your bedroom. Arrangement of furniture greatly affects traffic in your bedroom. You need to allow at least 24 inches for traffic lanes. Clear your path towards the bathroom so that you wouldn’t stumble on anything when you have late night trips towards it. 

Choose the right colors and designs for fabrics: When you choose a bedcover and curtains, make sure it will look well in the room. Consider the color of your room. You can choose darker fabrics if your room is light and lighter fabrics if your room is dark. Also, try to look for a design that suits the concept of your room. The fabric can actually show your personality. So, choose well. 

Choose the right color for curtains: Most people want to use dark curtains so that their bedroom with look a little bit dark even during the day which makes it much easier to sleep. Dark curtains look great especially if you will use light colored walls. But if your walls are dark, then use light colored curtains. You have to consider contrast in choosing the color for your curtain. Also, you might want to use a curtain with two layers. 

Use the right lighting: Instead of using lights in the middle of the ceiling, use lampshades, up lights and pin lights. Using these type of lightings will give a great mood to your room. It would even be easier for you to rest with that ambience. 

Have a smart storage space: Of course, you would always have a cabinet in your room where you will place your clothes and other belongings. It is advisable to have extra cabinet to make sure your things are well kept. Be wise in placing it in order to save space. A bedroom should be well arranged, neat and clutter-free. Having enough storage spaces will help you avoid clutter. 

Check for good ventilation: This might not be about decorating but ventilation is very important. You wouldn’t want to stay in a place that is too hot or too cold. If you want to have that fresh and cool air inside your room, use an exhaust fan. Put in on the ceiling or wall that is farthest from the window. This will help you save a lot for you won’t need to use an air conditioner if the weather is cold. You may also opt to have wide glass windows if you want. This can allow sunlight to get into the room. 

Indulge in luxurious linens: Outfit your bedroom with beautiful and luxurious fabrics. There’s nothing that adds comfort to a bedroom like beautiful linens.  Add other sensual feeling fabrics through the bedroom with a soft mohair or cashmere throw on the arm of a reading chair, cover the walls with silk or textured wall coverings, hang silk draperies, or a silk bed canopy, or add plush floor coverings. 

When you walk into your bedroom at the end of a long day does it feel like a retreat that welcomes you? With these tips and the help of our expert interior design team we can help your bedroom go from chaos to calm!