Your bedroom should be a sanctuary, aiding restful sleep and relaxation, so decorate it to your own tastes, and choose key elements with care
When embarking on a bedroom redesign, the priority is to create a space that evokes peace and serenity. The scheme should feel harmonious and uncluttered, giving you the space to truly relax. Combinations of clever cabinetry, so you can achieve that minimalist aesthetic, and layers of soothing colours, subtle patterns and rich textures will help you unwind at the end of a busy day.
Good foundations are also key to a restful bedroom, so take time to test out and compare bedframe and mattress combinations to find the one that best suits you. These items typically have at least a 10-year life span so it is important that they are able to grow and adapt as tastes and fashions change.
NATURAL BEAUTY
Inspired by nature, biophilic schemes provide the ideal starting point for a bedroom. ‘They are so much more than just adding a plant – they should soothe mind and body. Look to create depth, for example, the smooth surface of this Wallflower wallpaper sits beautifully alongside the headboard’s tactile cotton-wool fabric,’ says Jessica Clayworth, Morris & Co lead designer. Wallpaper priced at £109 per roll and the headboard is Bird Tapestry in Webb’s Blue, £349 per m, both Morris & Co.
OUT ON A LIMB
Trading traditional table lamps for wall lights will free up valuable space on the bedside table. Opt for an adjustable design, such as Pooky’s Cagney wall fitting in antiqued brass, £106, to allow you to move the light source closer for reading, or further away to provide more ambient light. Pair with a timeless yet shapely lampshade, such as Matilda Goad & Co’s handwoven raffia scallop design, £140, for added texture.
PERFECT PARTNERS
Bedroom window treatments need to deal with both extremes. They should let in light while retaining privacy during the morning, and then offer immersive darkness come night. Opting for a combination of sheer blinds – providing privacy while letting in the morning rays – and heavy blackout-lined curtains, will give you the perfect amount of flexibility. Ensure the layered look works harmoniously by opting for curtains in a colour that is seen elsewhere through the room. Here, the charcoal shade is also highlighted in the bedframe, door and underfoot. Anika curtains in Grey, starting from £169, with Echo Roman blinds in Silver Voile, from £101, both Hillarys.
TAILORED FIT
When space is tight, fitted furniture can prove transformative. Having enough storage in the bedroom will keep the space uncluttered and ensure you maintain a relaxing environment. ‘When faced with original features and awkward spaces, such as beams or eaves, bespoke cabinetry is the perfect solution. Whether it is a chest of drawers or a
