Our sleeping spaces can be a bit uninspired when it comes to decorations. Of course we always choose a very nice bed, an attractive lamp on the equally attractive bedside table and a smart closet . However, the end result may not be as impressive due to a number of factors such as un-matching colors and poor arrangement of furniture. However, I have provided a number of helpful design ideas which will leave your sleeping place with a smart contemporary feel and even make your sleep much better. So read on and find out how you can transform your bedroom with just a few changes and improvements.
1. Color of the Room
The color you use on your bedroom walls is really a matter of personal taste. In case you wish to make the room feel bright and spacious, you should go for a light color. If you have a huge bedroom and you would like to make it feel cozy and romantic, then you should go with a dark color. The color you use on the walls also determine the color scheme and the general look of your bedroom so choose wisely what you would like to go with. In most cases, a bright color makes your bedroom look chic.
2. Designer Lighting Ideas
Lighting has a very important role to play in any bedroom. It can transform an ordinary looking bedroom into one stylish and elegant place to sleep in. in a master bedroom, there is more space to play with making lighting a very crucial factor. There are different lighting ideas you can choose from.
For one, you can make use of cove lighting in order to create a soft glow and add a luxurious touch to the bedroom. Cove lighting works by having a false ceiling where the lights can be hidden. These lights bounce off the ceiling adding a soft glow to the room and makes it feel relaxing.
You can also have a chandelier or a mini-chandelier which is ideal for a master bedroom. Dimmer switches are also a great addition to have since you can switch from cozy and romantic lighting to bright lights instantly.
When it comes to bedside lighting, it is a great idea to fit lamps to the wall with switches fitted to the wall. You can also fit lights on both sides of the bed to frame space in the room. Wall fitted lighting also helps you to get rid of wires and save on bedside table space.
3. Furniture Ideas
The style of the bed and the bedding used has a huge role to play in the general styling of the room. You can opt for canopy or 4 poster bed when you are looking to achieve a romantic effect. There are also modern looking beds with clean looking lines. Full length mirrors are also a useful addition to have as it makes changing clothes more convenient and adds a dimension of huge space in the room.
With these ideas, you can easily transform your bedroom to an elegant and stylish place where to spend your nights. What else would you do for your bedroom?
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Jed Johnson
Via design sponge, house to home, New York Times, Mix and Chic, Vicente Wolf
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