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How can you create the perfect ambience for sleep? Check out these cosy bedroom ideas on how to balance style and restfulness. Given that we spend an average of a third of our day sleeping, it is no wonder that homeowners consider bedroom design a key element of their home renovations.
No matter the interior design style, there are many ways to ensure that the bedroom is conducive to relaxation, sleep, and overall well-being. Through a combination of colours, textures, space planning, and lighting, the bedroom transforms into an inviting space.
In addition to the interior design, create a space that appeals to your senses through essential oils, calming background sounds, and soft and luxurious bedding. Creating a sanctuary perfect for you entails personalising it to your needs and wants.
1. Neutral Colours
Neutral colours like taupe, beige and warm greys are ideal for creating a warm and cosy ambience that promotes relaxation. They also make a bedroom appear more spacious and airy. When working with a neutral palette, use different textures like linen, wood and premium beddings to increase the luxe factor. Curtains also add texture and softens the space. Pick out darker neutrals for your curtains to balance the room and prevent it from feeling dull.
2. Bold, Warm Colours
If you want a splash of boldness in your bedroom design, introduce a warm, bold colour like burnt red or rich mustard. Instead of painting the entire wall in colour, a customised headboard in fabrics like velvet or leather adds texture without overwhelming the space. Consider incorporating layered lighting with wall sconces, pendant lights, or a statement floor lamp. It not only adds functionality but also creates a cosy, inviting atmosphere.
3. Earthy, Natural Textures
Juxtaposing contrasting textures adds character to your bedroom. When introducing bold patterns, integrating natural textures like wood and stone brings an earthy feel and balance to the overall design. Strategically introducing lighting highlights shapes and surfaces. Incorporating small metallic accents, like drawer pulls, lamp bases, or picture frames in brass, can further enhance the contrast in textures while adding a touch of sophistication.
4. Ample Bedroom Storage
Storage is not just a design element, it’s a practical necessity in apartment bedrooms. By integrating smart storage solutions, you can ensure that your bedroom remains cosy and clutter-free, giving you peace of mind and a more relaxing environment.
Consider built-in storage solutions, which maximise space and blend seamlessly with the bedroom design. These storage solutions can comprise wardrobes, under-bed storage and hidden storage such as headboards with compartments. Integrating the bed area with storage solutions through creative and personalised designs turns it into the focal point.
Alternatively, choose multi-functional furniture, such as storage beds to store luggage or extra bedding, and bedside tables with drawers for bedroom essentials. In smaller bedrooms, wall-mounted solutions keep surfaces clear so that the room feels uncluttered and more spacious. Consider decorative designs for your hooks and floating shelves to add personality to the bedroom.
Some prefer a minimalist approach for a clutter-free space, while others love decorative items to personalise their bedrooms. If you have collectibles, arrange items on open shelves neatly or group similar items together.
5. Linear Lighting
Recessed linear lighting offers creative applications that make a strong visual impact on bedroom design. Dark finishes allow the lights to stand out from the ceiling, providing a way to zone the bed area from the rest of the bedroom.
Consider using the same finish for the ceiling and walls to create a cocooning effect in the bedroom. This bedroom’s grey textured surfaces add interest to the space. Lighting is instrumental in adding depth to the space by highlighting the textures.
Find out how furniture layout can be harnessed to create a cosy space from Amanda Pang, the design director of AMP Design Co.
6. Best Bed Position
Consider your preferences and priorities. If you aim for a restful space, tucking the bed in one corner or having a platform bed meets the goal, but some owners want to wake up to a view. Storage is a priority for many homeowners, so the layout plans in a bedroom should begin with where the storage is going to be located first.
7. Built-In Cabinets
With small bedrooms, I recommend investing in built-in cabinetry. To be space savvy, we must also be open to unconventional layouts.
8. 60cm Walkways
Always be mindful of space for movement. Walkways should be at least 60cm to feel comfortable.