Hello World! Welcome Friends! If your home is your castle, the master bedroom is the tower room at the top of a spiral staircase. It’s a place where you retreat from the world to rest and recharge after the stress and busyness of the day. If you want to make it more luxurious and inviting, here are five ways to bring your bedroom from basic to beautiful.
1. A Statement Headboard
The bed is typically the focal point of the room, so go ahead and play this up by adding a bold headboard that instantly catches the eye. Keep to a classic pallet with light neutral tones accented with gold touches or tufts for a high-end feel or try a deep accent color for an extra pop. Just remember, cool hues like blue and green tend to be more restful than bright oranges and reds. If a traditional headboard isn’t quite your style, get the look with an oversized art piece or by placing the bed directly underneath a large window.
2. A Reading Corner
You don’t have to use the master bedroom only for sleeping. Give the whole room a more luxurious atmosphere by adding a cozy reading nook. An oversized (and overstuffed) chair and a warm, soft blanket are must-haves, but don’t forget extras like a small table for a few books or decorative items and a reading lamp for more light. For a truly luxe look, finish it off with a fluffy ottoman or faux-fur throw.
3. A Bench at the Foot of the Bed
A bedroom bench goes at the end of the bed and serves a practical purpose while providing a stylish touch. It’s designed to give you a place to get dressed easily, but it can also do double duty if you opt for a model with integrated storage. Look for high-end accents such as carved legs or claw feet for opulent appeal.
4. Indulgent Bedding
Your bedroom should feel as luxurious as it looks, and that’s where the right bedding becomes important. High-thread-count sheets — look for bamboo or Egyptian cotton — give you something soft to slip under at night, and a bamboo duvet cover is lightweight and breathable while still providing warmth and making your bed look its best.
5. The Finishing Touches
While a coordinating design palette and statement furniture can go a long way toward transforming your bedroom from ordinary to ornate, the details are as important to creating a cohesive look. Artwork can be as simple or as complex as you like, ranging from one-of-a-kind paintings to abstract prints, and you can take any piece to the next level by investing in custom framing. Don’t forget to spend some time on window treatments — lace panels beneath traditional drapes add Old-World charm — and vintage elements. Artfully arranged old books are budget-friendly and add instant charm.
You don’t have to spend like royalty to sleep like a queen or king. A few smart additions to your bedroom — and some comfy bedding — go a long way to creating castle quality in your boudoir.
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Toodles,
It’s a very good one. Quite easily one can read through these and makes their bedroom to look luxuroius. Good job!
There’s nothing as relaxing as snuggling down into a comfy, cozy bed! It may seem frivolous to some, but, indulgent bedding has always been one of my weak spots.😎😎