Shelly’s Guide To Bedroom Interior Design
Bedrooms are oftentimes the last space in a home that receives any interior design—many homeowners will focus instead on public areas where family and guests gather together. This can leave many bedroom spaces feeling unfinished and utilitarian—not the restful hideaway many modern homeowners want and deserve.
That’s why we recommend homeowners think about themselves first and upgrade their bedroom space. Whether you’re confident in your decorating ability or don’t know where to start, Shelly’s Interior Concepts will help you navigate the bedroom design journey.
Define Space with an Area Rug
An area rug is an essential element to keep floors cozy and help to define out areas in a room, even if your bedroom has carpet. A rug can tie accents in the space together by adding color and texture.
Most homeowners place the rug under the bottom two-thirds of the bed, with 12-18” extending from the sides and foot of the bed. If your rug reaches the edges of your nightstands, consider a smaller or larger one; you don’t want furniture to be partially on the rug, as it may create an uneven or unsteady look and feel.
Use Multiple Light Sources in Your Bedroom Decor
A single overhead light will illuminate the space directly underneath, but even if the overhead lighting is bright, one light source is not enough and can create shadows in the corners. Balance the illumination in your bedroom with ambient, accent, and task lighting. Use table lamps on the nightstands and a floor lamp if you will read in another area of the bedroom. Consider a dimmer for overhead lighting versatility.
Catch More Zzzs with Room Darkening Shades
Natural light in also important factor—your windows are a portal outdoors and give you opportunities to control and manage light. Flexible window treatments allow you to access your window—and provide room darkening abilities as well.
Hunter Douglas Duette® Cellular Shades are excellent for bedrooms because they provide unmatched insulation and reduce street noise. The optional LightLock® blackout system prevents nearly 100% of unwanted light from entering your bedroom. Consider the top-down/bottom-up design to enjoy sunlight and privacy during the day.
Hunter Douglas Designer Roller Shades have a sleek profile and are available in 370 fabric and color combinations. They fit neatly inside the window frame; you can install them just beyond the frame to eliminate the small light gap. The Dual Roller option lets you place any two roller shade fabrics on a single window for enhanced privacy and light control in your bedroom.
Roman shades lend an upscale, sophisticated look to more formal bedroom spaces while providing exceptional light control. Vignette® Roman Shades have a modern look and are available in full and flat folds. Room darkening fabrics offer insulation when you lower your shades. The Duolite® feature places a sheer shade behind the opaque fabric, providing adaptable light control.
Remember That It’s Easy to Overdo Décor
Every room needs decorative accents to make it feel welcoming and visually appealing; when designing your bedroom, if you seek a minimalist space, choose one or two pieces of calming art for the walls and incorporate plants that purify the air, like snake plants, spider plants, and aloe vera. These species are easy to care for, even if you don’t have a green thumb.
Most bedrooms will want to avoid energizing colors, like red and orange, in favor of soothing ones, like blue, green, and gray.
Find Bedroom Interior Design Ideas Near Saint Michael, MN
Transform your bedroom into a soothing space with Shelly’s Interior Concepts designers. We are the leading Hunter Douglas dealer in the Twin Cities Metro, offering convenient in-home shopping experiences.
Browse our portfolio to find ideas for your bedroom, then contact us to schedule your interior design consultation.
Shelly’s Interior Concepts is happy to serve Saint Michael, Maple Grove, Plymouth, Otsego, Corcoran, Minneapolis–Saint Paul, and the Twin Cities Metroplex.