How to Achieve the Perfect Bedroom for Your Home

Your bedroom is one of the most personal areas in your home. This is a place where you unwind and relax, so it should be the most comfortable! This article will walk you through some of the most popular styles, and decor to help you achieve that perfect look for your bedroom.

Bedroom Styles

The first thing you’ll want to think about is what kind of style or theme you are trying to achieve. Selecting a style or personality you want to bring out in your room will help you select the perfect decor. Select color palettes that will give your room a cohesive or complementary look.

Some of the most popular bedroom styles are:

Farmhouse

Farmhouse designs incorporate warm, cozy, and inviting décor.

Modern

Minimal, neutral, sleek, and innovative decor.

Transitional

A mix of classic and contemporary design. Fresh, comfortable, and balanced bedroom decor.

Boho

Eclectic decor that is layered with different objects, patterns, and colors.

Rustic

Rugged design that incorporates natural textures and earth-toned colors.

Industrial

Gives a raw urban feel to your room. Blends both simple and rough materials.

Bedroom Walls

If you’re planning on selecting a color for your room or repainting your walls, this is a great first step. Selecting colors can be a personal choice, or a matter of choosing one that goes with the rest of your home. You can also decide if you would like to do an accent wall color or pattern. The colors you choose will help you get an idea of the color palette of your room and how you may want to style the rest of your furniture and decor.

One Solid Color

Accent Wall

Furniture and Comfort

Now that you’ve selected a style or reference point, it’s time to start with the important furniture. Your bed is the most important part of your bedroom and is really the centerpiece. Selecting the right bed set color or style can be tricky sometimes, but it doesn’t have to be! Making this choice will help you decide on the rest of the pieces so choose whatever speaks to you, or compliments your room color. Seeking out designs within your preferred bedroom style can help you match up what kinds of bed sets go best with your design plans.

Bedroom Decor

Moving onto bedroom decor, this can be the most exciting part of designing your room. Now a spontaneous trip to Target may be exactly what you need, but it can get overwhelming not knowing if the things you’re buying will really match up when you get home. Going in with a plan and inspiration will help you to narrow down what decor you need. Sites like Pinterest can give you great ideas and aesthetics to help you achieve that perfect bedroom.

Common Bedroom Decor:

• Mirrors
• Storage, Closet racks and Shoe racks
• Signs and Wall art
• Plants
• Seating
• Rugs
• Lights

Window Treatments

Window treatments can be an important part of your bedroom design. Different window treatments will help you achieve a certain look, or level of privacy. The following are types of window treatments that will give your windows a beautiful look:

Blinds

• Wood blinds
  • Selecting wood blinds will add a classic feel to your room. These are durable and long-lasting.

• Mini blinds
  • These are very lightweight blinds. They create a very simple look, and are easy to operate and clean.

• Vertical blinds
  • These blinds will give your windows a simple yet unique look. It is a great option for sliding windows and patio doors. They can come in many different materials as to match your room’s aesthetic.

Shades

• Cellular shades
  • Also known as honeycomb shades. These are a stylish look that offers great insulation and light control. They are made of fabric that rolls up or folds up along the pleats. They can come in many different colors to compliment your room decor.

• Roller shades
  • These are cordless shades that operate by pulling on them from the bottom. They roll up and down, and give a very sleek look to your windows. Roller shades can come in many different colors and patters to compliment your room design.

• Sheer shades
  • Creates an elegant look and behaves as both a blind and shade. The blind is encased in a delicate layer of sheer fabric.

Shutters

Shutters serve as an interior window covering that will give you great light and privacy control in your room. These can come in different materials and colors to fit your design plans.

Curtains and Drapes

Curtains: Usually made of lighter fabrics that tend to block out less light. However, they can be made to darken and even blackout a room.

Drapes: Often made of thicker materials. They create a more luxurious formal look for your bedroom.

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Written By: Marlena Martin