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35 Stylish Family Room Design Ideas

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Let the bonding begin.

By Hadley Mendelsohn

Simon Watson

The family room plays an important role in any home. It's where you go to relax and bond with friends and family in a casual, welcoming setting. But just because it's casual doesn't mean it can't look as stylish and elevated as the most formal living room. Keep reading for 35 family room ideas straight from designers and learn how to recreate them in your own home.

Eric Piasecki

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Build a Reading Nook

Designed by David Mann, this family room really packs it all in, from the desk to the built-in reading nook—the definition of cozy. If your living room doubles as the family room, a reading nook will make it feel homier without counteracting the formal feel.

Tamsin Johnson Interiors

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Upgrade Your Gallery Wall

Instead of a classic gallery wall of photos and artwork, put something quirky on display. This gallery of hats in a family room designed by Tamsin Johnson, for example, spruces up the walls while also making the room feel more personalized and unique.

Joshua McHugh

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Display Pop Art

The best way to merge family-friendly and grownup style with one piece? Display pop art. The bright colors and cheeky streak inherent in these works will speak to both audiences. For some inspiration, look no further than this family room by Raji RM.

Fran Perente

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Layer Throws

What's cozier than sheepskin throws? Throw them over your armchairs, layer them with your area rug, or drape them over an ottoman. The warm tones in this family room designed by Benjamin Vandiver add an extra dose of approachability.

Francesco Lagnese

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Upholster Everything

Okay, well, you don't have to upholster literally everything, but if you have little kids running around, the softer your anchor items the better. A fabric-covered ottoman with a tray on top, for example, is much more family-friendly than a glass coffee table (and did you know? You can even upholster walls!). It can be kid-proof and upscale if you use a mix of classic and playful prints, traditional pieces, and unexpected colors. This polished space by Nick Olsen is a great example.

Robert McKinley Studio

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Incorporate Laid-Back Materials

This simple family room designed by Robert McKinley Studio incorporates tons of texture, from the rug to the shades and the sofa. These casual materials make it feel family-friendly while still be fresh and stylish.

LAURE JOLIET

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Install a Home Bar

Add a home bar in the family room to make it equal parts kid- and adult-friendly. It'll be the perfect place to entertain guests but won't overtake the space if you tuck it off to the side or elevate it. This family room by Reath Design also makes us want to mix paint for walls and ceilings mint green for a fresh feel.

Simon Brown

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Slide in a Bar Cart

No room for an actual full home bar? That's okay! Just deck out a bar cart instead, as Beata Heuman did in this eclectic parlor.

Brigette Romanek Studio

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Add a Game Zone

If your space is large enough, think beyond the basic sofa plus coffee table plus television design formula for the family room. In this Malibu home by Romanek Design Studio, the many windows create a modern canvas for the kid-friendly ping pong table and adult-friendly stools that separate the game zone from the sitting area.

Eric Piasecki

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Have Fun With Color

Too outrageous? No such thing. With a gold statement ceiling, tangerine walls, floral motifs, and pops of color everywhere, this family room designed by Katie Ridder isn't afraid to have fun.

BRITTANY AMBRIDGE

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Spotlight Instruments

A game room isn't complete without instruments. Take notes from this space designed by Peti Lau for one half of musical duo The Chainsmokers. The Yamaha grand piano anchors the room and sets the stage for the other instruments and music memorabilia lining the shelves.

Shade Degges

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Use Club Chairs

If you don't have room for both a sofa and club chairs, forgo the sofa and opt for two cozy armchairs like designer Jae Joo did in this sitting room. If there's a fireplace, angle them towards it to encourage cozy hangs and conversation while also drawing the eye to it.

PHOTO: Felix Forest; DESIGN: Arent & Pyke

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Set Up a Snack Nook

Consider making a spacious family room multi-purpose by adding a table with a banquet for snacking and casual dining. This will keep the crumbs from accumulating on the sofa, too. A build-in bench like this stylish one designed by Arent & Pyke will help save space.

Simon Watson

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Balance Trends With Timelessness

With plenty of comfortable seating, built-in wall storage, a traditional rug, and playful yet neutral upholstery (including the printed tented ceiling, not just the blue velvet blue sofa!), this family room designed by Jeannette Whitson strikes the perfect balance between on-trend and timeless. The sliding glass barn doors walls also help make it feel extra intimate.

Romanek Design Studio

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Hang a Chair

Nothing ramps up the fun like a playful touch in the family room. This hanging chair in a media room designed by Romanek Design Studio proves our point—but the handsome leather upholstery also ensures a more sophisticated look. It's the perfect blend of cozy and cool (particularly for the color-averse).

Eric Piasecki

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Take It Outside

If you don't a spare room to use as the designated family hangout space, bring it outside or to a screened-in porch. In this one designed by Corey Damen Jenkins, the outdoor fireplace, throws, and carpet make sure it's cozy and warm enough for people to hang out in.

Studio DB

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Choose Seating Wisely

A super soft and comfy sectional with plenty of space to spread out on movie night is a must in the family room. We're digging the whimsical pendant light and colorful throw pillows in this Studio DB-designed room.

Paul Raeside

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Make It Intimate

Paint the walls a darker shade to make the family room feel intimate and cozy. Then opt for brighter furniture, like an orange sofa and green armchair, to introduce some cheer, as decorator Andrew Flesher did here.

Leanne Ford Interiors

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Go Tonal

Up the cozy factor in your family room in a major way by layering materials and textures. Keep them a neutral color so they look elevated. If you want to dabble in the art of all-white decorating, take note from this space designed by Leanne Ford Interiors.

Nicole Franzen

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Set The Scene

This fireplace in a GRT Architects-designed room is made for family gatherings. To make it even more inviting, lean some instruments against the wall and ensure there's plenty of seating space. The floating shelves give it a more lived-in feel while also increasing storage.

Studio Razavi

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Maintain the Flow

If your home is super modern and monochrome, you don't need to switch gears in the family room. In fact, maintaining a consistent flow will is a good call. As design and architecture firm Studio Razavi did in this apartment, have fun with shapes. It's playful, but also modern and will age gracefully as the kids grow up.

Nicole Franzen

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Go Neutral

Whoever said minimalism can't be cozy will definitely rethink things when they see this living room by Space Exploration Design. Mix neutrals to add some character and use ultra plush materials, like floor cushions. Add a pop of color with your coffee table books and wall art.

Leanne Ford Interiors

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Serve Double Duty

If your family room is also your living room, choose furniture that's super comfortable and cozy while also looking streamlined and formal. Then, when you have guests over, add florals to make it feel more special and party-ready. Let this space by Leanne Ford Interiors guide you.

Paul Raeside

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Up the Throw Pillow Factor

The colorful throw pillows are the focal point of this room designed by Andrew Flesher. For a similar look and feel, paint your walls and ceilings bright white so all the fun decor can really pop. The best part? You can always swap in new pillows for an instant room refresh.

Fantastic Frank

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Slide Up a Rocking Chair

When decorating a family room that feels functional and stylish, stick to the basics with investment pieces (like the sofa and coffee table). Then bring in personal style with accent seating. A rocking chair will be both eye-catching and on-theme for a family-friendly space.

2LG Studio

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Float Your Furniture

Resist the urge to push all of your furniture up against the walls—if you create space behind the furniture, it makes the room look wider than it is. In this living room designed by 2LG Studio, the the floating sofa separates the lounge area from the kitchen and dining space.

Leanne Ford Interiors

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Hang Large-Scale Artwork

Make a simple wall a little more exciting with oversized artwork, as Leanne Ford did in this modest family room. This is also a good way to take advantage of wall space when your the room is tiny but the ceilings are high.

PHOTO: Felix Forest; DESIGN: Arent & Pyke

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Let the Light in

This contemporary family room designed by Arent & Pyke feels peaceful and cool thanks to abundant natural light and modern furniture. The crisp Light grey upholstery and blue rug are warmed up by the rattan hoop chair, brown cabinetry, and indoor citrus plant.

Fantastic Frank

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Try Alternative Seating

Nothing ramps up the fun like a playful touch—in this case, an actual swing. Now this is a family room idea we can get behind.

Roland Bello

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Go Bold With Your Sofa

A blue velvet sofa stands out in the family room of a Manhattan apartment designed by the inimitable Miles Redd. The wallpaper is hung horizontally rather than vertically for a modern look. Try a luxe fabric for something a bit more upscale and formal in the living room, but still fun thanks to the bold color.

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Hadley Mendelsohn Senior Editor Hadley Mendelsohn is House Beautiful's senior design editor and the co-host and executive producer of the podcast Dark House.

26 Family Room Decorating Ideas

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From small spaces to modern and traditional setups.

By Monique Valeris and Caroline Picard

David Tsay; Styling by Janna Lufkin

Out of every room in your home, the family room is where comfort is key. Plush sofas, kid-friendly coffee tables and accessories like throw pillows are just a few must-haves to create a relaxing atmosphere. And, there's room to express your style, whether that means arranging a gallery wall to showcase your art collection or displaying unique travel mementos on a bookshelf.

Here, we've gathered our favorite family room ideas, which are all designed for lounging in style. Steal these practical decorating tricks (there's a clever way to hide a TV!) to make your family room, or any other space your loved ones tend to use for unwinding, the best it can possibly be.

Good Housekeeping

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Touch of Vintage

Don't let the vintage trunk you snagged at a flea market collect dust in a corner. Give this double-duty piece a prime spot in your family room. Store throw blankets and pillows inside of it, then use its surface to display books, flowers and small decor accents.

Ken Hayden

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Bold Ceiling

Interior designers often talk about the "fifth wall" and for good reason. The ceiling is the perfect spot to experiment with painted stripes, graphic wallpaper, you name it.

Randy O'Rourke

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Built-in Shelves

Bring the library right to your living room with built-in shelving organized to perfection. Add a wooden ladder to make even more of a design statement.

Jessica Glynn

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Striped Accent Wall

If your space is on the neutral side, pack in some personality with a striped accent wall. Maintain a cohesive look by sticking to the same color scheme for area rugs and seating.

David Tsay

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Mix & Match Seating

To create contrast, pair a rattan armchair with upholstered seating in neutral colors. Amp up the look with an assortment of throw pillows.

David A. Land

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Gallery Wall

Create a focal point above your sofa with a gallery wall filled with your favorite photos and paintings. Plus, if you have the space, you can keep adding to your collection over time.

Dana Gallagher

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Pattern Play

Combining vibrant patterns is an easy way to bring a dose of playfulness into your family room.

Michael Partnio

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Well-Decorated Mantel

Make your mantel a major point of interest with a brass wall clock, lush plants, and decorative objects.

Helen Norman

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Textured Walls

Wall coverings, like grasscloth, can instantly bring a sense of warmth to your space. Choose an earthy hue to make even more of an impact.

David Tsay; Styling by Janna Lufkin

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All White

Go for an all-white palette with pops of greenery and natural textures, such as a woven coffee table or sofa with a wooden frame, to play up your family room's relaxed vibe.

Quentin Bacon

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Two-Tone Walls

If you're up for a fun weekend project, consider two-tone walls for your family room. A beige-and-green combination is guaranteed to make your interior more visually appealing.

Jason Hartog

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Strategic Furniture

Create a den out of nowhere by delineating an open floor plan keep the space feeling intimate instead of cold.

Mike Garten

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Styled Shelves

Lisa Romerein

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Bright Hues

Stop worrying about Cheeto fingers and spilled coffee. Sturdy surfaces like plastic, leather and lacquer mean you can indulge in white furniture anxiety-free.

Justice Darragh

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Hidden TV

Tucked into built-ins, the flat screen doesn't seem like so much of an eyesore. This Toronto homeowner enhanced the effect by using symmetrical decor to draw the eye towards the dining room.

Art Streiber

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Plush Sofa

Don't let the formal lines fool you. A comfy sofa — topped with plenty of cushions, of course — goes a long way come family movie night.

Kate Osborne

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Vertical Storage

Every family needs a stash spot for blankets and board games. Tall bookshelves outfitted with cute fabric boxes keep supplies tidy, without looking cluttered.

Casey Dunn

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Fun Extras

Keep things fresh with a batch of new accessories. A potted plant, patterned pouf or cute throw pillow will do the trick.

Mike Garten

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Quick DIY

Running out of room for that stack of magazines? Lay salvaged planks across the base of a coffee table to double up on storage space.

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Reading Nook

Overhead light? Check. Snug seat? Check. Just add a side table for resting that mug of tea while you flip the pages of a new suspense novel.

Mike Garten

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Hidden Bar

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Soft Throws

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Saturated Hues

Oceany blues are trending right now, so don't shy away from a color with depth. A statement-making shade could be the key to creating that cozy cocoon feeling.

David Tsay

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Curated Collection

Forget the ubiquitous gallery wall. Baskets can take the place of paintings or prints – and they're a whole lot cheaper.

Lisa Romerein

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Muted Patterns

Prints calm instead of clash when they're in same color family. This beach house indulges in a sea of soothing blues and beiges.

Hulya Kolabas

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Garage Sale Finds

Two repurposed columns separate the kitchen from the family room in a Connecticut cottage. Another genius transformation? A dining-turned-coffee table stands at the right height thanks to sawn-off legs.

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Monique Valeris Senior Home Editor Monique Valeris is the senior home editor for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital.

Caroline Picard Contributing Writer Caroline is a writer and editor with almost a decade of experience.

Dorm Room Design: 75 Furnishing Ideas

The dorm room is a popular type of housing. It is chosen not only by students for the period of study, but by young families. Despite the small area, it is easy to equip such housing. The main thing is to make the most of every centimeter of the room. The result will be a beautiful and stylish dorm room design.

To make a beautiful and comfortable design, you need to make the most efficient use of square meters

Suitable for families and students

Dormitory room is a popular type of housing

Everyone dreams of a cozy and comfortable home. It doesn't matter what area it is. As a rule, a room in a hostel is characterized by meager square meters. It is not easy to equip them, but it is possible. The main thing is to use the free space correctly.

The problem of arranging such housing is that it should be multifunctional. This can be achieved through zoning. Areas dedicated to different purposes will be highlighted. Housing will be compact and comfortable.

Making your home compact and functional is easy

It is quite possible to equip such a room if you take the issue seriously

Contents

How to furnish the interior of a dorm room?

Many contemporary styles can be used in furnishing a dorm room. They will make your home as functional and beautiful as possible. The following destinations are especially popular:

The use of minimalism is appropriate. It involves the placement of only the most necessary items in the interior. As for the color scheme, it is worth choosing light cold shades. This range will visually increase the space. You can dilute the interior with bright colors, but do not abuse it. The design of the room should be restrained and calm. The pomposity is irrelevant.

Minimalism is very good for such housing

Different styles can be used to furnish a room

Use only essential furniture in the room

As far as furniture is concerned, it should be of a simple form and with a smooth surface. Glass and plastic products are used as decor. Mirrors visually expand the space. Therefore, they are recommended to be installed in small rooms.

Cozy accommodation will allow you to get a different direction of country music. It involves the installation of wooden furniture, light curtains on window openings, a lot of textiles in the interior. All this will fill the room with warmth and home comfort. Do not use a large number of decor items. They will lead to the fact that the interior will look pretentious.

Room dividers can be used

Interior furniture must be functional

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Lighting

Light plays an important role in interior design. Especially when it comes to a dorm room. A large amount of light will have a good effect on the general atmosphere. She will be pleasant and comfortable.

If the window openings are small and cannot provide enough natural light, then it is necessary to resort to other sources of it. As them, they use not only a chandelier, but also wall sconces, floor lamps. It is necessary to provide separate lighting for each zone by reference.

If there is little natural light in the room, you need to install additional sources

Good lighting will look great in the interior

Lighting plays an important role in the room

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Important points for arranging a small room

The design of a small dorm room has a number of features. If you take them into account, you can get comfortable and beautiful housing. First you need to properly think over the storage system. Every person has things and it is important to place them correctly so that they do not clutter up the space. At the same time, they were always at hand.

Storage system Hanging racks and shelves. They are quite roomy and occupy a minimum of space.
Kitchen area Separate with bar counter. She looks stylish and modern. At the same time, it will be a great place for lunch, both for one person and for the whole family.
Bed It can be arranged in the form of a podium. It allows you to conveniently arrange bedding. The bed can be easily hidden thanks to a special mechanism. As a result, it turns into a closet or a niche, additional free square meters appear.

Bed can be separated by a partition

Shelves are very compact, they take up minimal space

By taking into account all the features of the room, you can create a comfortable home

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To make a dorm room stylish and comfortable, advice from experts will help. Well-known designers offer their own options for decorating a small room. If you use them, the process of arranging housing will be easy and simple.

Some designers have already figured out how to equip such living space

To make a room cozy, you can use the advice of professionals

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Experts recommend

A great idea would be to use multifunctional furniture

Proper arrangement of furniture plays a major role in the arrangement

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Color design

The color palette is able to visually enlarge the room. In this case, it is important to take this into account when arranging and it is necessary to abandon dark materials when finishing. This will allow you to get a beautiful, stylish and functional home.

It is necessary to use white color in an interior carefully. He is able to turn housing into a hospital ward. The white shade is completely impractical, it is difficult to keep it clean. The best solution to the problem is the use of pastel colors.

To make the room seem more spacious, do not make the color of the floor contrast with the shade of the walls. They must be in harmony. It is better to make the ceiling as light as possible. Small drawings look good on the walls, large ones attract a lot of attention and clog the interior.

All colors must match

Care must be taken to use white in the interior

The use of light colors can visually expand the room

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Family nest

Equipping a room in a hostel, it is necessary to be guided not only by the features of the room, but also by the preferences of the owners. If the tenants are students, then the interior should be stylish and modern. For a girl, light shades are suitable; a large mirror is required in the room. A design for a guy can be more vibrant and combine a few saturated colors.

As for a married couple, the situation is different here. Warm tones are well suited for decoration. You can dilute them with dark accents. They will give the interior a stylish look. If there are children in the family, then it is worth paying attention to a place for them.

Warm shades are best suited for a married couple

The design of the room should be done based on your own preferences

Home improvement is an interesting process. If you plan the repair correctly and highlight the functional areas, then even a dorm room can be turned into a cozy and modern apartment. Each of the tenants will be able to feel comfortable and have a good time in it.

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Video: Great ideas for arranging small rooms

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Bedroom Design Ideas for Couples

Bedroom decor plays a very important role in the life of its owners. After all, it is from this room that the day of the couple begins, and in this room it ends. It should be cozy, stylish, beautiful, and, of course, romantic.
In addition, it should be practical and compact. And to make it such is not at all difficult, you just need a little patience, imagination and skillful hands.

There are some of the most common styles:

- minimalism;

- classic;

- eastern;

- baroque;

- country;

- eco;

- high-tech.

If your bedroom is small, then the baroque or classical style is unlikely to suit. It will be very overloaded with small details, and visually decrease in volume even more.

Minimalist style is recommended for small rooms. There is nothing superfluous and magnificent in it. Visually, it enlarges the space very nicely. It must be remembered that minimalism involves the use of two or a maximum of three contrasting colors.

Therefore, first think over the look of your bedroom, and then go shopping for furniture and accessories.

Finding the right color for a room like a bedroom is not an easy task. Therefore, before you paint the walls, study the properties of different colors. You can also see photos of bedrooms in different colors or consult with experts.

As far as materials for bedroom furniture are concerned, of course, it is better to use only natural materials.

The best option is the one in which the matrimonial bedroom is only a place to sleep, and the work area, soft area and children's are separate. If there is no separate space, partitions, fabrics or screens can be used.

Every room needs a window, and the bedroom is no exception. In order to feel as comfortable as possible in the morning, the matrimonial bedroom should be naturally lit. In the case of a lack or absence of natural sunlight, it is important to think about artificial lighting.

The design of the matrimonial bedroom is designed to create an atmosphere of relaxation and peace, so you should choose non-aggressive colors. In small rooms, it is better to give preference to light colors - with them the room will seem more spacious. You can think of light blue, light green, light beige shades. Yellow or sand tones will add coziness and warmth to a cool room, while lavender, beige and blue tones will add coolness on a hot day. Brown and black colors are often used in the interior of the bedroom, but you should not overload the room with them. Here you need to skillfully select textiles and decorative elements.

A variety of materials can be used in wall decoration, but most often wallpaper is used for the bedroom, since their choice today is simply huge. You can easily pick up, as well as ordinary paper wallpapers, as well as unusual textile or vinyl wallpapers. It will be very interesting to look fashionable today wallpaper with an unusual texture that imitates, for example, crumpled paper or leather. To make the design of the bedroom even more spectacular, the wallpaper can be combined, highlighting, for example, only the area at the head of the bed or any other.

You can also design the ceiling in different ways. The most common today are tension structures with a glossy or matte surface. The color of the ceiling can also be anything, but it is better not to turn to dark shades if your bedroom is modest in size.

Parquet or laminate flooring is perfect for finishing the floor. If desired, you can lay a carpet next to the bed, which will be nice to step on in the morning.

Common mistakes

1. "Empty" windows

Windows without curtains and curtains are a distinctive detail of Scandinavian and loft style. However, refusing to decorate windows in other interior areas will be a gross mistake that will deprive your bedroom of comfort, and the interior - completeness.

2. Cluttering with furniture

Do not overload the bedroom with furniture when you can limit yourself to only the most necessary furnishings.

3. Mirror ceiling

Despite all its originality, this idea often causes discomfort to the inhabitants of the room.

4. Bulky chandeliers

In the bedroom it is better to organize a uniform, not very bright lighting.

5. Original furniture and accessories

Fashion designers urge us not to be afraid to express our own "I" with the help of original decorative elements and non-standard solutions. However, the mistake of interior designers is that they do not specify an important rule - every detail of the interior must harmoniously fit into the overall style.

6. Emphasis on severity

Strict interiors, dominated by clear lines, minimalism and conciseness in decoration, often resemble office premises. You may like this style, but if you use it in the design of the bedroom, then it turns out to be too uncomfortable.

7. Non-standard wall decoration

The desire for excessive originality can be traced not only in the methods of creating interiors, but also in the materials used to decorate the surface of the walls.

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