Transform your bedroom

Bedrooms are our sanctuaries where we seek refuge after a long day, thereby, such spaces must be replete with comfort and utility. Their designs should complement your personality and provide a sense of calm. Here are a few bedroom makeover ideas that might come in handy while refurbishing your home.

Sleek is in

Instead of looking for larger furniture pieces that occupy too much of the space in your bedroom, make use of sleek furniture that is equally attractive. Look for sturdy side tables or beds with wooden or iron legs that are durable and look classy as well. Furniture that is elevated makes the room look less stuffy than furniture that goes down to the floor. If you want your bedroom to look less occupied, then go for furniture with sleek legs that offer a cool stylish look. It'll be better for your back too.

Make a statement

For the master bedroom, use bold decor pieces like a nightstand or a bedside table or an antique clock and make it stand out. Ensure that these items are in contrast with the theme of the room. For instance, you can opt for a contemporary bedroom with a vintage ebony chest of drawers, or a room with a classy wooden finish that has an eye-catching lava lamp.

Luxe element

Give your room a glamorous feel by adding a headboard with a plush padding to your bed. Either an angled headboard or a taller headboard with plush padding can be the right choice. You don't really have to spend extravagantly to spruce up your bedroom with wallpapers and paintings; instead, opt for a really cool headboard with a beautiful colour to make it look expensive.

Fun theme

While family photos or the usual landscape pictures or serious portraits give the bedroom a clean, crisp look, how about introducing some fun element in the room? Look for fun ideas like adding some humorous artwork/wall art, funny posters or a photo frame of your favourite superhero.

Basically, you're looking for something that will make you smile when you look at it, or will make the space more reflective of your individual tastes and desires. Try adding some drama into the space with some quirky items like a strange lamp or a peculiar mask on the wall!

Soothing colours

Choosing the right paint colour for your bedroom walls makes a lot of difference. Your choice of colour often reflects your personality; sticking to the usual whites and off-white pastel shades for the entire room is clich and boring. Consider the mood you want to set for your room. If you want a calming aura, then go for soothing colours like lavender, hues of purple, etc. You can also go for a darker shade or look for a pattern for your accent wall and paint the other walls white, or go for a pale neutral shade.

Accentuate your bedroom with the right paint colour to create a unique look. While white is the safest bet for the ceiling, you can add a dramatic effect to the room by trying a new colour. Bright colours like orange and yellow on the ceiling gives a vibrant touch to the room and transforms your bedroom into an invigorating space.

So, go on and create the perfect bedroom!

(The author is founder & CEO, Bonito Designs)