How Do I Design My Bedroom?

Do you need bedroom decorating advice? No worries, we've got you covered. The key to a well-designed bedroom is striking a balance between aesthetics and practicality.

It's not easy, therefore we made a ten-step guide to help you build a bedroom that is not only attractive and fits your style, but also functional.

After all, we do spend almost a third of the day in bed. Spending even a short amount of time and energy in here will be well worth it.

Everything from space planning to lighting to colour palettes to flooring is discussed in detail. If you want to start making magic, just keep scrolling down.

Where Should You Begin When Creating A Bedroom?

Designing a bedroom can be challenging since you need to think about a lot of different factors before you can achieve harmony.

Instead, we recommend making a mood board as a simple beginning point. The next step is to start gathering images of bedrooms you like, either online or through magazines.

By grouping items together based on shared characteristics such as colour, style, or pattern, you may begin to form an idea of the room's final appearance.

The next step is to take stock of your real space and plan accordingly.

Think about the bedroom's dimensions, shape, amount of windows, and other unique characteristics before purchasing furniture.

Next, to start turning your Pinterest fantasies into reality, all you have to do is follow our simple tutorial on how to create a bedroom.

Determine The Functional Requirements Of Your Room

Consider what your space needs in order to serve your loved ones more effectively.

Where might you discover places to put things? In a small apartment, it's important to find furniture that can do double duty.

What is your typical daily routine in this room, and how could it be improved?

Keep Your Privacy In Mind.

It's great when the bedroom door can be left open without completely compromising your own space. In this sketch, the family room is separated from the rest of the house by a modest entrance.

When I'm planning the layout of a home, I try to avoid having any main living areas, such the living room, kitchen, or family room, view directly into the bedrooms.

Get In Touch With Nature

Although it may not be possible in all areas, creating an opening to the outdoors can make a room feel more spacious and let in additional natural light.

The addition of French doors to a ground-level bedroom (or an upper-level bedroom with a terrace) creates the illusion of more area.

Make A Wish List.

Start by listing all the features you'd like to have in a room, then use this as the basis for estimating how much money you'll need to decorate the space.

Make a list of everything that needs to be done or bought to make both you and your partner happy, and then rank them in order of importance.

Consider The Rest Of Your Home.

Maintain some kind of movement from one space to the next (knowing your style makes it easy to do after a while).

You are not required to opt for an eye-popping aesthetic by painting one room red, another room blue, and yet another room yellow.

By avoiding abrupt changes in style from one room to the next, you might give the impression that your home is larger than it actually is.

Make A Plan With Fabrics, Flooring, Tile, Fixture Finishes, And Paint.

Fabric selection should always come first. Finding the paint colour to match a fabric pattern is considerably simpler than the other side around.

Consider the three words you choose to describe "your style" whenever you make a decision on the finishes for furniture and fixtures.

Take a step back and take a look at the big picture to make sure your choice of colours, patterns, & textures all work well together.

Selecting The Perfect Color For Your Bedroom

Lighter colours give the impression of more space, whereas warmer colours or even darker tones are better if your room faces north and tends to be chilly.

The mood of a room can be greatly affected by the colours you use. One of the first things to do when planning a bedroom makeover is to paint the walls. This should also be done before bringing in any new furniture.

Selecting the right paint colour in your bedroom will help you get more direct sunlight in there and create an atmosphere that encourages sleep instead of keeping you awake.

There's a wide variety of colours to choose from when painting a bedroom, but it's probably best to exercise a bit of caution.

And if you must include anything striking, do so with subdued hues, such sage green rather than a bright grass green.

The bedroom is a wonderful place to experiment with different aesthetics while yet achieving a restful and soothing atmosphere.

The walls, the skirting, the doors, the cabinets, the radiators, and even the window frames can all be painted the same colour for a sleek, contemporary effect.

Soft whited blues and greens, along with a neutral tint, go very well with this.

For good reason, a bedroom painted in shades of grey remains a popular choice. It's calming and sophisticated, with a touch more excitement than white.

In addition, pink has recently won over our hearts, and earthy tones like terracotta and plaster are also trending upward.

While painting is the most obvious option, wallpaper and accent walls may help breathe new life into a room. If your bedroom walls are looking drab, consider covering them in wallpaper.

Little bedrooms can benefit greatly from this design tip since it makes the space seem more open and airy while also adding visual appeal, texture, & warmth to the area.

Choose wallpaper with a subtle pattern to create depth, or select wallpaper with a dramatic design to make statements in your bedroom.

Design Your Ideal Bedroom Arrangement

One of the first things to do when designing a bedroom is to decide how the furniture will be arranged.

While you may not have much leeway, it is still worthwhile to sketch out a potential plan on graph paper with the sun's position in mind.

Put your bed in the centre of the room and work around it to arrange the rest of the furnishings. Your bed should face the longest wall in a rectangle room, whereas in a more spacious bedroom you can get more creative with its placement.

Putting the bed in a corner is a great space-saving solution for small bedrooms.

Now think about the bedroom storage space you have available, as well as your storage budget. In a small bedroom or an oddly shaped bedroom (like a loft bedroom), fitted bedroom furniture can be a great investment despite its higher price and more formal appearance.

There is no rule that says your unfitted furniture has to match perfectly, but you should at least have a dresser and nightstands. You'll also need something for storing clothes if you don't already have a dedicated closet.

Before you begin a loft conversion, you should evaluate the room's dimensions to make sure you can fit all of your desired furnishings and storage solutions.

A master suite with an attached bathroom is a great choice if your bedroom is spacious and the closest bathroom is located on a different floor.

It is not necessary to obtain a building permit to install an attached bathroom as long as the work is done in accordance with building codes.

You may also convert a spare bedroom into a dressing area; use our dressing room designs as a guide.

Consider The Furniture Arrangement.

The layout of your bedroom needs to be planned around your existing furnishings. Most bedroom layouts have a wall for the bed, but what about other furniture like dressers, nightstands, televisions, chairs, and desks? In order to easily reach all three sides of your mattress, you and your architect and designer should allocate sufficient room next to the bed.

Increase The Amount Of Light And Ventilation.

Having windows one two or more walls is possible if you place your bedroom in a corner of your house. You get softer natural light and better air circulation as a bonus.

Allow Plenty Of Time

It takes time and iteration to build the ideal layout for your way of life, so be patient while you work on your design. Avoid rushing through the design process; doing so will prevent you from ending up with a strategy that is both efficient and useful.

Choose The Finest Bed For Your Bedroom Decor

Selecting a bed involves more than just picking out a pretty frame. Make a better choice by selecting a bunk bed that works for you.

Is space at a premium in your bedroom? If so, perhaps a divan with drawers, a bed with such a storage base, or even a bed with such a storage headboard would come in handy.

Is a king bed necessary, or would a double work better in the room?

How about the design of the mattress? It needs to work in harmony with the rest of your plan, but you can also use it to force changes.

A bed with a plain, whitewashed wooden frame is great if you're going for a sleek, minimalist design with a Nordic edge; a bed with just an upholstered, cushioned headboard is great if you want to add a sense of luxury or an infusion of pattern or colour.

Choose The Best Bedding As Well.

The correct bedding, including a mattress, pillow, ultralight duvet, and plush topper, can make all the difference in the world.

It has the power to completely alter our level of comfort, removing such problems as neck and back discomfort, allergies, and poor sleep quality.

If you use the same pillow every night, you should probably replace it every two to three years.

Also essential is fresh, high-quality bed linens. Choose a thread count count (at least 300) when cotton is your material of choice, and linen bed that exposes its manufacturing origins in full to ensure its durability.

Linen is perfect for those who don't want to or don't have the time to iron their bed linens because of its naturally wrinkled appearance.

Invest In Practical Bedroom Furnishings

Whether to get built-in or freestanding pieces of furniture is the first decision to make when furnishing a bedroom.

Your bedroom's shape will play a role in your final decision. Oddly shaped rooms (common in older homes) are best served by a custom fitted solution.

Furniture or an eclectic mix of nightstands, bedroom storage containers, and a standalone wardrobe will function well in the more standardised spaces seen in modern residences.

If you want to update your bedroom design every few years, a freestanding option may be a better and more cost-effective choice than a fitted one. If you only follow one piece of advice while shopping for bedroom furniture, let it be this: prioritise items that also serve as storage solutions.

Avoiding a visual overload by selecting items with delicate or light-colored frames will help the bedroom appear larger, less stuffy, and brighter.

The mirrored wardrobe is the single most effective way to create the illusion of a larger bedroom when creating a small space.

Bring Little Storage Items In

The storage solutions in a bedroom should be aesthetically pleasing and practical. If you have a lot of belongings that needs to be sorted and organised and enough area for just a number of different storage units, consider coordinating your bedroom storage.

You may maximise your storage potential by selecting a complete bedroom storage set, which includes a bed frame, nightstands, a wardrobe, and either a storage bench or a storage chest.

Take Care Of Your Drapes

To make your bedroom feel more expansive and light throughout the day, you should let as much natural light in as possible.

But, at night, complete darkness is prefered, so striking that balance can be challenging.

The amount of light that enters a space may be controlled by installing shutters, making them a perfect choice. Light, airy curtains coupled with a dark-colored blind are our go-to for a bedroom because of the cost.

The length of your curtains is something else to consider. Full-length drapes, hung just above the window sill, give a room a more sumptuous feel.

Shorter curtains are out of style and can create a window look diminished and confined. Curtains that reach the ceiling should be chosen instead.

This style can make a room seem taller while still maintaining a minimalistic feel.

Also, Invest In Artificial Lighting.

Bedroom lighting is essential to creating a pleasant and soothing area, and while sun daylight is important, many of us will prefer to be in our bedroom if it's dark, so making the most of synthetic bedroom light is crucial.

Imagine a warm glow from a string or fairy lights strung across your headboard, or from adjustable bedside lamps and wall lights.

You may not need overhead lighting if you have sufficient task lighting at your vanity or dressing table, but a chandelier or large lamp shade will make a statement in a room with high ceilings.

Don't Forget About The Bedroom Flooring.

Flooring for a bedroom should prioritise softness and cosiness. Although carpet is by far the most common choice for bedrooms, solid wood floor is still a terrific alternative because it can still be comfortable underfoot, especially when paired with a rug.

But, solid wood flooring may be rather pricey, so you may want to look into engineered wood flooring as an alternative that will last and look almost exactly like solid wood at a somewhat lower price.

Laminate and vinyl flooring are affordable solutions that can effectively mimic the look of wood, and pine floorboards can be painted to save money.

Even if you aren't ready to redo your entire bedroom, a new rug may make a huge difference on the ground.

Personalise Your Room With Personal Decor

A few well-placed accents can completely transform the look of any bedroom, no matter how big or tiny.

The best way to accessorise your bedroom is determined only by your personal preferences and available funds: Adding a high-quality rug to your bedroom will instantly elevate its style; adding layers of pillows and throws will increase the room's cosiness; a gallery wall will inject visual interest and colour; hanging photos and artwork will add a sense of personalisation; and house plants will add a refreshing element to your bedroom.

Use your accessories to set the tone for a cohesive colour palette and textural variation. The addition of soft fabrics like sheepskin, cotton, or satin can do wonders for the room's aesthetic and ambience.