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Never underestimate the power of a well-appointed bedroom.

Since bedrooms are the most private room of the house – limited to only a few, select guests – it can be easy to deprioritize their overall design.

Still, your personal quarters deserve your utmost attention.

This is where you spend time reading and relaxing, recharging and reflecting on the day, so it only makes sense to adorn them with a chic bed frame, a soothing colour scheme, and great sheets. `

And unlike the rest of the home – which is designed with guests in mind – the bedroom offers a rare opportunity to put your personal style on full display.

Designing a bedroom to perfectly reflect your personality might seem like a tall order, but it’s not impossible.

Whether you crave a minimalist sanctuary or a bold boudoir, there’s plenty of inspiration for everyone.

Beauty sleep has never looked so good.

Your bedroom is where you rest and recharge after a long, hectic day, so there’s no reason why you wouldn’t want it to feel like a retreat.

With a few simple decor upgrades — think smart furniture choices, soothing paint colours, chic window treatments, and tasteful accessories, you can have the inviting bedroom you’ve always dreamed of.

Ready to craft a calming bedroom?

Regardless of size, your master bedroom is full of design potential.

Go moody

Opting for a deep hue, like grey, is an easy way to give your bedroom a cocoon-like feel. Introduce contrast with white bedding and wood nightstands.

Use a console table as a nightstand

If you love the idea of having both a vanity area and a nightstand, set a console table right next to your bed. Style it with your favourite accessories, including an oversized mirror, table lamp, and framed art.

Consider a floral headboard

Uplift your design scheme with an eye-catching floral headboard. Choosing a vibrant hue, like yellow, can act as the perfect balance to neutral-coloured walls.

Bring in additional seating

A simple accent chair can transition from side table to foot rest to extra seating if you need a spot for quickly putting on shoes.

Embrace petite furniture

Don’t fret if you have a small bedroom. A narrow nightstand, like this charming Ikea design, is a great option to help reduce clutter.

Paint wood panels

To prevent wood panelling from feeling outdated, go for warm grey paint — the perfect choice to create a calming atmosphere.

Try striking lighting

When it comes to lighting, you can’t go wrong with a layered effect. Pull your room together with an elegant overhead fixture and small bedside table lamps.

Opt for matching frames

Black frames make it easy to swap in new photos, mementos, and artwork when you’re ready for a change of pace.

Swap out your curtains

Change your view (at least inside) by swapping in new curtains.

Make sure your new panels are long enough to just hit the floor or sill, and pick ones at least twice as wide as the width of the window.

Think global

A vintage map makes a great (and inexpensive!) focal point for this simple bedroom. Shop local thrift stores and markets to find one-of-a-kind pieces.

Double up on rugs

Layering matching rugs on top of wall-to-wall carpeting defines each bed’s space while adding another layer of color and pattern to the room, explains designer Bria Hammel.

Paint an accent wall

Bedrooms should be a place to relax, but that doesn’t mean they have to be boring. Designer Dan Mazzarini wasn’t shy about incorporating a bold, orange-red backdrop. – Elledecor/bedroomstyle