Banish those winter blues and give your bed a budget-friendly makeover that will have you feeling cosy and uplifted in no time
Feature Lara Berry
1 Add an architectural detail behind the bed, such as panelling or a picture rail, to provide colour and texture as well as a handy place to display treasured photos and accessories
Walls in ben interior matte paint in Gray Mist; feature in Black Jack, both £20 for 0.94L, Benjamin Moore
Bright ideas
‘Statement pendant lights not only save surface space on the bedside table, they also act as attractive focal points. Make sure they are dimmable to create a warm and inviting bedroom, and to provide the right light when reading a good book in bed!’
Kris Manolo, design lead at Atkin and Thyme
2 Consider pendant or wall lights either side of your bed to change up the ambience and add a refined feel that will help streamline your bedside, too Spindle pendant light in Natural, £49 each, Atkin & Thyme
3 Revive tired floors and transform your mornings with a new rug that feels super-soft underfoot
Art nature leaf rug, £145, Next Home
4 Achieve hotel vibes with a storage ottoman or upholstered bench at the bottom of your bed. Choose rich colours in a luxurious fabric to bring an elegant touch to the space
Florence storage ottoman in Green, £79, Dunelm
5 Adding a new wall colour needn’t be daunting. Whether you decorate one wall or add the colour halfway up, choose a shade that will promote calm and relaxation to aid a perfect night’s sleep
Matt emulsion in Cyclamen No. 89, £44.95 for 2.5L, Victory Colours; Eco Chic paint in Trumpet, £21 for 750ml, Earthborn Paints
6 Changing up the bed frame can transform a scheme and provide the perfect inspiration for a new look. From wood and metal, to upholstered frames in sumptuous fabrics, there are so many styles you’ll be spoilt for choice
Windsor velvet-finish double bed frame in Blue, £599, Dreams
7 Update your bedside tables to complement your bed. For a fuss-free finish, look for a solution that offers storage and allows you to see the floor beneath. This will create the illusion of space – ideal for smaller bedrooms Björksnäs bedside table, £99, IKEA
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