A Comfortable Rug
Nothing ruins a happy morning (or makes a crabby) like stepping out of the bed onto a cold, hard floor. Do yourself a favor and make sure your first step into the day is cushy and comforting. Already have carpet in the bedroom but it’s not enough? Consider layering a smaller rug by the bed, a similar idea to what’s seen here in a room.
Nothing ruins a happy morning (or makes a crabby) like stepping out of the bed onto a cold, hard floor. Do yourself a favor and make sure your first step into the day is cushy and comforting. Already have carpet in the bedroom but it’s not enough? Consider layering a smaller rug by the bed, a similar idea to what’s seen here in a room.
2. A Theme
It’s the first thing a child will consider when putting together their first bedroom, but adults tend to shy away from a decorative theme when envisioning their bedroom. But even when it’s not Spiderman or Princess-powered, a theme can be not just a unifying device, but a calming one.
3. The Right Amount of Throw Pillows
How
to figure out this number: It should be enough pillows so that your bed
looks sumptuous and inviting when properly made...yet not enough that
getting in bed requires 10 minutes of excavating. The sweet spot is
usually between 1-6, depending on the size of your bed.
4. A Place To Sit (That’s Not The Bed)
4. A Place To Sit (That’s Not The Bed)
A
good spot to sit down will serve you well when you’re reading something
you can’t afford to fall asleep during, or need to have a conversation
with your partner that’s best not had in bed. It’s also great for
putting on shoes, or if you are breaking the no-tech rule, you might as
well check email from a chair so it at least stays out of your bed.
5. No Tech In Sight
“The bedroom is about sleeping. What do you need when you’re sleeping? Not a Blackberry,” says designer Aurélien Gallet. And that goes for a television as well: It will keep you up later than necessary and consequently keep your minding churning longer before you can drift off to sleep. It’s hard, especially in an increasingly-connected world, but if you leave your i-everything at the door you’ll be happier. Another perk? More room for furniture and accessories you love for their own sake: not how they keep you tied to the online world!
6. A Collection Of Things You Love
It doesn’t have to be an entire étagère-full, but a cluster of pieces that make you smile will go a long way, especially in making a bedroom feel just right. Bonus: This is also a great way to incorporate pieces you’ve acquired over the years but can’t quite figure out where to put them. Make sure they’re in your line of sight upon waking up and their true purpose will be revealed: Making you happy.
7. Well-Stocked Nightstands
Yes, a nightstand with all the necessities looks lovely but that’s not the only reason you see it so often in magazine spreads and on blogs: The combination of a carafe of water, a great book, a plant or flower, and lamp is essentially a kit for pre-, post-, and interrupted-sleep comfort. So as you’re putting your own “kit” together, don’t feel like it has to be stunning to be perfect. The more idiosyncratic and “you” it feels, the better it will work and the more it wlll be a testament to your personal style.
One more note: This photo shows just one nightstand, but for balance, make sure there’s another one with appropriate creature comforts on the other side of the bed.
8. A Great Mattress
You could have every item on this list but your bedroom wouldn’t be complete without a perfect mattress. After all, if you’re not getting enough quality sleep, you can’t fully appreciate a beautiful room. “You want a mattress that keeps you cool and gives you great lumbar support. And of course, one that looks great in your room. He recommends choosing a mattress- and foundation-height based not just on your bed frame and headboard, but also the height of your night tables and window sills. A low-profile headboard may call for an 11.5-inch model, while higher window sills make sense with something higher-up, like a 14.5-inch.
9. Photographs - But Not Of Family
You should have as many family photos as you wish in other rooms in the house but it's best to keep the bedroom's artwork less emotionally loaded. Elegant and calming photographs in the bedroom evoke good feelings much like family snaps do, without reminding you of specific people while you're trying to fall asleep.
10. Drama!
This is my fav with bedroom. Even the brightest, most cheerful bedrooms need an element of dark, sexy glamour. The wall paint, the theatrical chandelier, Lamp holders and decor items in your bedroom hold some drama trill. Ensure you keep all item clean and use lots of aromatic room fragrance. That balance is key. Stick with one or two pieces and you'll be golden.
5. No Tech In Sight
“The bedroom is about sleeping. What do you need when you’re sleeping? Not a Blackberry,” says designer Aurélien Gallet. And that goes for a television as well: It will keep you up later than necessary and consequently keep your minding churning longer before you can drift off to sleep. It’s hard, especially in an increasingly-connected world, but if you leave your i-everything at the door you’ll be happier. Another perk? More room for furniture and accessories you love for their own sake: not how they keep you tied to the online world!
6. A Collection Of Things You Love
It doesn’t have to be an entire étagère-full, but a cluster of pieces that make you smile will go a long way, especially in making a bedroom feel just right. Bonus: This is also a great way to incorporate pieces you’ve acquired over the years but can’t quite figure out where to put them. Make sure they’re in your line of sight upon waking up and their true purpose will be revealed: Making you happy.
7. Well-Stocked Nightstands
Yes, a nightstand with all the necessities looks lovely but that’s not the only reason you see it so often in magazine spreads and on blogs: The combination of a carafe of water, a great book, a plant or flower, and lamp is essentially a kit for pre-, post-, and interrupted-sleep comfort. So as you’re putting your own “kit” together, don’t feel like it has to be stunning to be perfect. The more idiosyncratic and “you” it feels, the better it will work and the more it wlll be a testament to your personal style.
One more note: This photo shows just one nightstand, but for balance, make sure there’s another one with appropriate creature comforts on the other side of the bed.
8. A Great Mattress
You could have every item on this list but your bedroom wouldn’t be complete without a perfect mattress. After all, if you’re not getting enough quality sleep, you can’t fully appreciate a beautiful room. “You want a mattress that keeps you cool and gives you great lumbar support. And of course, one that looks great in your room. He recommends choosing a mattress- and foundation-height based not just on your bed frame and headboard, but also the height of your night tables and window sills. A low-profile headboard may call for an 11.5-inch model, while higher window sills make sense with something higher-up, like a 14.5-inch.
9. Photographs - But Not Of Family
You should have as many family photos as you wish in other rooms in the house but it's best to keep the bedroom's artwork less emotionally loaded. Elegant and calming photographs in the bedroom evoke good feelings much like family snaps do, without reminding you of specific people while you're trying to fall asleep.
10. Drama!
This is my fav with bedroom. Even the brightest, most cheerful bedrooms need an element of dark, sexy glamour. The wall paint, the theatrical chandelier, Lamp holders and decor items in your bedroom hold some drama trill. Ensure you keep all item clean and use lots of aromatic room fragrance. That balance is key. Stick with one or two pieces and you'll be golden.
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