Many design enthusiasts just like you, are struggling with
trying to figure out exactly what to do with the master bedroom retreat in
their home. I’ve combed the web looking for ideas to help you transform
your master bedroom into a restful and relaxing adult space.
Bedrooms come in all styles,
shapes and sizes. Your bedroom should create the look and feel of your own personality.
Some like the calm oasis with thoughts of sleeping peacefully, while others
desire crazy
wild and vibrant wake- me- up kind of colours to represent their personality in
their space. Regardless of your choice it should fit YOU, your life and your
needs. It’s entirely personal when it comes to designing the ‘boudoir’.
So here
are a few of my own suggestions;
Nothing
completes a room, in my opinion, better than adding fabric. Let’s face it, a
bedroom is nothing but a bed and a dresser(s) without the fabric. Once you add
the pillow covers, shams, bedding, draperies, throws, lampshades, rugs, etc. the
room is virtually complete! Select a few solid pieces of well made Canadian furniture
in dark espresso brown, ivory or black and you can’t go wrong.
So what
are the rules for decorating with fabric? Famous British designer Kathryn
Ireland, believes you can mix brights with muted, florals with plaid, velvets
with linens. It’s all in how you throw them together! I personally enjoy
combining textures for interest. The French influence in linens is gaining
popularity with bright, bold patterns and geometric prints. Whatever suits your
mood, it is important to find fabulous FABRICS.
A
furniture question for the bedroom; do your bedside tables need to match?
The
debate continues. You’ve no doubt heard the warning “you don’t want to be too
matchy- matchy” by a knowledgeable friend or designer. Many decorators like to
mix it up, creating a more interesting bedroom scheme by coordinating pieces
rather than repeating pieces.
If you
are fond of antique/ vintage décor, you will most likely choose 2 different end
tables and possibly a 3rd style for the dresser, as matching pieces
are typically not an option. If this is the case my advice would be, choose
same or similar stain colours to pull off the look. Or match stained pieces
with painted pieces. If you are more into an orderly and symmetrical space such
as in a condo or contemporary space, then keep in mind the bed is your focal
point and should be highlighted as such.
There
is no right or wrong here, pick a style or theme and stick to it.
Finally
in deciding on your perfect bedroom décor accessory ask yourself this very
important question before you start and make sure you incorporate the answer in
your master bedroom. Here it is…
I never
feel at home without ________________.
Happy
decorating!
