Create a beautiful space in which to sleep soundly and awake with positivity with a dreamy bedroom full of indulgent details
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The bedroom is the most personal room of the house. It is private and a place for comfort and so should be decorated as such. It can be more expressive of personal tastes – it is a great room to use a favourite colour that will generate happiness upon waking up. Indulgent textures are also key for creating a luxurious room in which to rest and drift to sleep. The bed itself is the focal point of the room, deserving of special attention to make it as inviting and comfortable as possible. Here we explore stylish ideas for creating a room with impact, as well as setting the scene for a perfect night’s sleep and ensuring a calming, cheerful sanctuary to retreat to.
LUXURIOUS SPACE
Elevate a bedroom with the addition of seating. Whether an upholstered bench at the foot of the bed, an armchair by a fireside or a small sofa in a cosy nook, having a space to sit, other than on the bed, gives an indulgent feel. It also makes the bedroom a tempting sanctuary in which to read a book or magazine away from the everyday hustle and bustle of fmaily life. Having a separate dressing room is obviously on the wish list, but if this is not possible, allow room to comfortably dress and install smart, discreet storage solutions to achieve a clutter-free, and therefore tranquil, bedroom.
PERSONAL STYLE
Bedroom palettes tend to veer towards calm and soothing tones – at both the pale and dark ends of the spectrum. While vibrant hues are not oft
