Inspirational bedroom ideas
100 Stylish Bedroom Ideas - Modern Bedroom Design Inspiration
Brian Woodcock/ Trevor TondroA bedroom should be comfy, cozy and, of course, stylish. If your space is in need of a refresh, look no further. Regardless of your design style — traditional, modern, rustic, eclectic and more — this roundup of beautiful bedroom ideas can help amp up your next decorating plan and layout.
These budget-friendly bedroom decor pointers are perfect for a compact setup or a spacious oasis. You can browse our pictures to choose stylish headboards, charming wall accents and trendy paint colors to transform your design scheme. Or, if you're hunting for the right light fixtures and the best wallpaper for your taste, we have that covered too. For those who are designing a small bedroom or guest room, see our concepts for built-in bookshelves. We even share ideas for reusing inherited pieces, like vintage bed frames, sliding barn doors or arched window frames. They make brilliant DIYs for the bedroom, especially if you're looking for an unexpected way to personalize your space. What's more, you can find luxe bedding arrangements for a good night's sleep (don't forget to check out our 2022 Bedding Award winners).
So, take a look at the chic bedrooms below to craft your dream retreat once and for all. And for paint color inspiration, we have tons of shades for you to peruse: striking black and white, calming blues, playful pinks and dreamy white. You're so close to having the stylish escape you've always wanted!
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Pair Black and Green for a Dramatic Retreat
Stacey BrandfordA black and green color palette can be both elegant and casual. Use green as your bed's backdrop and paint the surrounding bookshelves and accents, like a wall sconce, a moody shade of black.
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Try Metallic Accents
James Tarry / Stocksy UnitedA neutral bedroom can benefit from eccentric accents like a metallic table lamp. Here, the lamp pairs well with the blush tones in the space, offering a creative twist to an otherwise minimalist design.
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Design an En Suite Bathroom
Carolyn Barber/Homes & GardensPlay up the coziness of an en suite bathroom by installing white shiplap walls horizontally and outfitting the bedroom with a compact bed and nightstand to make the most of the space.
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DIY Your Dresser
A Beautiful MessBlogger Emma upgraded her simple bedroom dresser using scrap paper, Plaid Royal Coat Decoupage and a blueprint copy of one of her favorite photos. It's a project you can try at home for less, as only five materials are needed.
Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess »
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Paint the Back of Your Bookcase
Trevor Tondro / GMAimagesEnergize your bedroom by adding a bold color to the back of your built-in bookcase. A vibrant orange or yellow, for instance, will instantly brighten a white room while matching any unexpected patterns, like the geometric design in this Greenwich Village room designed by Tilton Fenwick.
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Include a Chic Bar Cart
Mike GartenGive your bedroom a glam look with a gold bar cart that can easily double as a nightstand. Choose one with just enough space to store your books, art, towels or baskets.
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Reuse Arched Window Frames
Kara RosenlundThink twice before tossing away your old window frames. Rather than a traditional headboard, arched windows like these can bring character and a rustic flair into a bedroom.
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Design Around a Theme
Brian WoodcockThink of a theme for your bedroom to help guide your decor choices. In this case, a nautical theme was implemented to add brightness to the room. From the red, white and blue flags above the bed to the polka dot bedding and fish-patterned pillows, the bedroom evokes a coastal feel.
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Hang Pendant Lights
Leah Flores / Stocksy UnitedPendant lights can be just the touch of elegance a simple design needs.
Choose your preferred shape like these diamond-inspired pendants that blend in with the bedroom's neutral, airy layout.
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Experiment with Scandinavian Style
Melanie DeFazio Photography/Stocksy - stock.adobe.comBelieve it or not, there's beauty in minimalism. From a simple geometric rug to a tufted upholstered headboard, adhering to a palette of white, grays and blacks can have a major impact in a space. Plus, if you have an affinity for nature, sprinkle in animal photography. Just be sure to keep your Scandinavian-inspired design clean, clutter-free and functional.
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Symmetrical Furniture
Colin PriceSymmetry is one word Clara Jung, principal of Banner Day Interiors, kept in mind when designing this bedroom full of neutrals. The pairs of wooden nightstands, table lamps and mirrors give the space a cohesive feel.
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Create an Alcove
Paul Phillips / Stocksy UnitedCarve out space for a cozy nook on one side of the room, preferably the one with windows for natural light when reading.
Decorate the windowsill with books, flowers and other decorative trinkets, while saving space for storage underneath.
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Embellish With African-Inspired Decor
Photographee.eu - stock.adobe.comThis spacious two-bed boho bedroom is beautifully decorated with African-inspired prints and accents, including the framed posters, woven trunks and patterned pillows.
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Go Fresh With Lavender
Beatriz da CostaThis bedroom shows off the beautiful effect lavender can have on your decor. It's a soft color with cool undertones that's ideal for traditional or contemporary spaces. Sprinkle hints of the shade throughout the room — such as the rugs, your seating, flowers or bedding — and watch how the whiteness of the room pops alongside it.
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Incorporate Polka Dots
KATARZYNABIALASIEWICZ / Getty Images//Getty ImagesPolka dots are playful and creative choices for a feminine bedroom, especially when paired with pink.
From the headboard to the bedding accessories, the polka dots bring movement and a whimsical feel to the room.
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Remodel the Basement
Christopher DibbleInterior designer Max Humphrey transformed a Portland, Oregon, basement into a chamber with all of the essentials, including a breakfast nook with black-and-white plaid seating. For any open bedroom space, consider adding a set that'll create extra seating space for guests.
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Hang a Beaded Light Fixture
Jill Weller/ Design: Arterberry Cooke ArchitectureIn this Pasadena, CA, pool house bedroom by Arterberry Cooke Architecture, bright white walls add to the room's breezy feel. The beaded light fixture above the bed is a stylish addition that plays off the neutral tones in the space.
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Combine Light and Dark Decor
Jonny ValiantCoral and green are unexpected yet complementary hues that can instantly bring a bedroom to life.
Paint the walls a lighter shade, while keeping the curtains and any artwork in the room a darker tone (even the edges can be painted darker for even more depth).
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Carve Out an Office Corner
Phil Crozier/ Design: Reena Sotropa In House Design GroupDon't waste the opportunity to make the most of an unused corner. Turn it into a workstation! Install a built-in with just enough space for a desktop and two shelves, then amp up the area with graphic wallpaper.
RELATED: Stylish Home Office Ideas
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Install Sliding Barn Doors
Saunders and AssociatesAdd a rustic flair to a modern bedroom with the addition of sliding barn doors. They're especially great for diving open spaces, like an en suite bathroom.
43 Beautiful Bedroom Ideas - Bedroom Decor Ideas
House Beautiful/Rachel Whiting
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Bedroom ideas: Layer up
Layering tactile materials will add depth and interest to a bedroom scheme.
This contemporary bedroom is proof of this, thanks to the dark wooden floor and black pendant light over the bed, plus scrunchy linens and plentiful cushions in hues of dove grey, white and terracotta which introduces grown-up comfort. The chunky rug gives warmth underfoot.
Benjamin Moore/John Bessler
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Bedroom ideas: Circular feature wall
For a bedroom idea that's calming but still impactful, get creative with paint to make a feature wall, like this large circular wall design. This cheery, rosy hue brings a bright burst of joy into a room. It's a delicate, refreshing shade and a great alternative to other warm neutrals such as cream or beige. Importantly, it's soft enough to flatter a multitude of looks.
• Pictured: First Light 2102-70, Benjamin Moore
Simon Whitmore
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Bedroom ideas: Midnight blues
When it comes to your bedroom wall colour, deep blues have always had a confident yet calm authority. This blue bedroom is balanced with the white ceiling and lampshade, plus the white chest of drawers with brass knobs which add a stylish touch.
David Woolley
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Bedroom ideas: Grey alcove
This is a comforting grey and white bedroom scheme. Storage is often limited in a bedroom – even though clutter should most definitely be kept to a minimum – but this bedroom design makes the most of alcoves to display decor and treasured pieces.
Polly Wreford
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Bedroom ideas: Elegant harmony
Tap into the wall panelling trend and choose luxe, minimalist furnishings to create a serene and welcoming bedroom sanctuary. Here, the pink velvet headboard wonderfully complements the pale green bedding. Complete the look with pastel accessories and tap into natural tones with storage baskets and a jute rug.
• Pictured: Maisy Velvet-Finish Shadow Ottoman Bed Frame, House Beautiful collection at Dreams
Lol Johnson
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Bedroom ideas: Dramatic sophistication
Dark grey walls with a dusky pink velvet bed, combined with rich timber tones and brass finishes on furniture, make for a wonderfully dramatic and sophisticated bedroom.
The bay window offers an abundance of natural light and the hanging chair provides an alternative spot to sit.
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Rachel Whiting
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Bedroom ideas: Simply rustic
A limited neutral colour palette is key to this rustic bedroom design. A bespoke panelled headboard cleverly opens out to enclose the bed or folds flat against the wall. Coastal-inspired artwork adds interest.
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James French
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Bedroom ideas: Elegant pink
Luxurious with an understated elegance, stick to muted pinks for a grown up, but glamorous bedroom scheme. A focal point is the pale gold dressing table.
House Beautiful/Carolyn Barber
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Bedroom ideas: Modern lines
White is the perfect foil for a pairing of yellow and pink, allowing the colours to sing out.
A steel-blue upholstered bed acts as a cool contrast. Soft plaster pink works to sooth any brash tones for an overall calming bedroom.
More inspiration: 9 stylish ways to introduce ochre into a neutral space
Douglas Gibb
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Bedroom ideas: Drifting away
This bedroom is defined by sky blue walls and a cloud-like pendant light, which adds a quirky touch. Artwork and a shapely mirror add interest to the big expanse of wall.
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House Beautiful/Mark Scott
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Bedroom ideas: Soothing pink & grey
If you ever needed proof that pink and grey are a match made in heaven, then this is it. A stunning fabric depicting a mass of blowsy peonies provides a gorgeous backdrop for a bedroom scheme. Bedlinen and throws in soft, muted colours ensure the wallhanging has maximum impact.
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Bedroom ideas: Serene uplift
A bedroom should be all about comfort, so invest in a tufted twist pile carpet for a fabulous feeling underfoot.
This tan-brown carpet is the perfect colour to lift an otherwise neutral, pared-back bedroom scheme. The combination of lush greenery (plants can also enhance the quality of your sleep) with grey and burnt orange soft furnishings, is the perfect finishing touch to your bedroom sanctuary.
• Pictured: Sienna Twist Carpet In Marrakesh, House Beautiful collection at Carpetright
Ava Innes
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Bedroom ideas: Rustic & coastal
Calming blue, wooden accents and an exposed wall make this bedroom corner the ultimate place to retreat. Tactile furnishings, dried logs and pared-back accessories combine with perfect views out to the Scottish coast.
• Pictured: Luxury bedding and pillows from Ava Innes
House Beautiful/Mark Scott
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Bedroom ideas: Vibrant pinks
A striking mural will create visual impact in a bedroom. Abundant floral designs feel smart and contemporary when paired with luxurious velvet, gold and marble. Mirror the pattern on just one cushion, keeping surrounding bedlinen plain and light so the mural can take centre stage.
• Pictured: Indian Sunflower Graphite Wallpaper by Designers Guild
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House Beautiful/Joanna Henderson
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Bedroom ideas: True blue
Transform a neutral bed frame with a floral duvet and pillowcases. Finish with a wool throw in a paler sky hue for an elegant look. To make your room feel larger and brighter, paint the walls in a chalky off-white or pale shade of blue. For a more dramatic statement try a darker backdrop, which will look gorgeous with bright white and inky blue linens.
The French Bedroom Company
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Bedroom ideas: French style
This French country style bedroom is easy to achieve. Combine minimalist, pared-back furniture, layer tactile furnishings, and add a touch of luxury. The ornate headboard and soft silk bed linen (which is widely recognised for its inherent beauty benefits) exudes a timeless elegance and adds a sense of grandeur.
Team with wooden accents and raw, exposed materials (as seen here with the exposed ceiling) to create a rustic look.
• Pictured: Mulberry Silk Bed Linen by Gingerlily in Vintage Pink, The French Bedroom Company
House Beautiful/Carolyn Barber
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Bedroom ideas: Yarn craft
Embrace hygge-style, feel-good fabrics, soothing colours and natural materials in your bedroom. Make a striking headboard by papering large plywood panels with a cable-knit detail wallpaper mural.
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House Beautiful/Mark Scott
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Bedroom ideas: Pattern play
The key to this colourful look is to layer intricate pattern on pattern whilst keeping the backdrop understated. Spots, stripes, ikat prints and colour block all work together beautifully when united by a harmonious palette.
House Beautiful/Carolyn Barber
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Bedroom ideas: Raspberry touch
Brighter shades such as raspberry work well with monochrome when decorating a bedroom.
Try matching a bold wallhanging to plain bedding for a pop of colour.
More inspiration: 8 stylish ways to use pattern in your home
Douglas Gibb
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Bedroom ideas: Boxing clever
Make more of the shelf space in a built-in cupboard by using magazine files and box storage to organise paperwork and knick knacks. Choose from a matching collection to keep the look neat and stylish. The vintage finds stand out to best effect against a crisp, white backdrop.
House Beautiful/Mark Scott
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Bedroom ideas: Patterned green
Bold wallpaper (Boheme) from Harlequin and a white frame four-poster bed adds drama in this bedroom. Matching bedlinen shows how to mix pattern using similar tones and shapes.
House Beautiful/Carolyn Barber
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Bedroom ideas: Restful linen
For a restful bedroom idea, team a modern, white four-poster bed with grey and mustard yellow bed linen. Natural linen is the ultimate fabric for relaxed, laid-back living – enjoy its tactile versatility in a bedroom.
House Beautiful/Mark Scott
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Bedroom ideas: Watercolour dream
Recreate the romance of an artist's studio in your bedroom with ethereal colours and abstract patterns. Pared-back black furniture provides definition to the impressionistic cushions and pale ombre wall.
Inna Kostukovsky
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Bedroom ideas: Turquoise trim
This bedroom features a soft turquoise design with a grey trim on the bottom half of the wall followed around the entire room, contrasting with the crisp white upper half. Hang a large painting on the wall above the bed to create a calm and tranquil space.
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James French
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Bedroom ideas: Feature wall shelf
This bedroom decor idea is all about making a feature of your wall with an Instagrammable shelf. Here, potted and trailing plants, along with art prints, candles and ornaments make a wonderful back wall display.
Jeremy Phillips
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Bedroom ideas: Almost open plan
This impressive renovated derelict barn has been transformed by a contemporary interior – not least in this innovative bedroom-cum-bathroom. A modern chandelier suspended above the freestanding bath helps to define the bathing zone.
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House Beautiful/Dan Duchars
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Bedroom ideas: Back to nature
Gorgeous neutral linen and pale wood, teamed with a helping of grey blue, yellow and black, give this scheme a calm, laid-back atmosphere. Woven seagrass flooring with rustic basketware and herringbone linens bring texture to the room.
House Beautiful/Tim Young
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Bedroom ideas: All blue
This blue bedroom has a wonderful cocooning effect. Soft, organic shapes (round rug and oval mirror) helps to create a warm and inviting look.
The French Bedroom Company
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Bedroom ideas: Sophisticated minimalism
If you're a minimalist at heart, look to soft furnishings to bring some texture and contrast to your sleeping area.
This rather grand bedroom benefits from tall ceilings, which makes the wall panelling a focal point here.
But to make a feature of your bed, layer crisp white cotton bed linen with a velvet midnight blue bedspread and matching cushions. With accessories, stick to organic shapes (the curved interior trend is great to tap into) and balance with wooden furniture for a sophisticated, calming bedroom scheme.
• Pictured: Plushious Velvet Navy Blue Bedspread, The French Bedroom Company
Katie Lee
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Bedroom ideas: Clean and simple
45 Inspirational Small Bedroom Design Ideas
Natural sunlight combined with beautiful artificial lighting makes a small room brighter
Designing a small bedroom doesn't just save space. A clear understanding of the style direction in the interior of is also important here, which is designed to create balance and not overload the room with unnecessary details.
This is achieved through proper planning and a little ingenuity.
Lack of space in the bedroom doesn't mean you have to forego comfort or elegance. In compact rooms, you can create both a sophisticated and luxurious atmosphere, as well as a more restrained and concise one.
In modern cities, small studio apartments are becoming more and more common, and professional design is an absolute must. Designing the interiors of a small room involves, first of all, creating more visual space and including sufficient storage space in the interior.
Fresh and uncluttered furnishings are a must here. In addition, every little thing is of great importance - from lighting and mirrors to accessories.
Today we present our readers with some modern fresh interior design ideas for inspiration to help furnish a small bedroom.
Violet colors bring sophistication to the room
A small bedroom that doubles as a home office!
Smart layout helps to maximize space
Under bed storage instead of traditional legs - perfect for small spaces
Warm wood tones combined with soothing gray textiles in a compact bedroom
Pendant lights, a mirror and a window above the bed create an open feeling walls seem stunningly spacious
Attic bedroom
Cool Scandinavian style seems appropriate for a compact attic bedroom
Take care of your head when you wake up!
Lighting and Colors
Most homeowners tend to confuse the concept of a bright, airy space with just a big one.
The size of a room has nothing to do with the atmosphere it gives off. Small bedrooms can look graceful and graceful if done right.
Lighting and colors play a significant role in designing a compact space. Try to keep their various combinations to a minimum. For example, white tones as a background will work well with a single accent in the use of pillows, textiles or other decor elements , which turns out to be very modern and elegant.
Glossy surfaces and neon lights create a brighter atmosphere
Keep your bedroom simple and minimal
Beige hues and beautiful lighting create a warm and romantic atmosphere
Adding too many colors to the interior visually breaks the space into separate fragments. This makes your bedroom look much smaller than it really is. Lighting is another aspect that needs to be planned very carefully for small rooms.
It can greatly expand or conversely, narrow the space of any room, both large and small.
Try to eliminate all the dark corners by adding some types of lighting. Hanging lamps and recessed lights are great choices as they save space and keep you out of the way.
Advantageous bed position saves space
Simple and stylish interior in purple
Use pendant lights for a compact bedroom
White is very popular for small bedrooms!
A lovely little alcove for a bed in a white room
Replace nightstands with handy storage shelves
Always keep a small bedroom clean and tidy
Eliminate all the dark corners with multiple types of lighting
Everything about space and mirrors is very illusion a popular trend in
interior design for small apartments . Often, what seems to matter more to the perception than what is actually there. This is true for decorating small spaces as well as large spaces! A great way to free up enough space is to use furniture with built-in storage and all sorts of shelves that take up vertical space.
The walls of a small bedroom should not look cluttered. However, these places should be used to the maximum. You can replace uncomfortable bedside tables with ergonomic shelves, which will completely transform the look of your bedroom.
Use mirrors to create more visual space
Making use of vertical space in the bedroom
Elegant storage options help hide clutter
Besides built-in shelves that are hidden in the walls, mirrors and glossy surfaces are a very effective and modern way to create a visually larger space. And the use of various types of modern lamps and large windows will add freshness and grace to a tiny bedroom.
Long, narrow room and a special bed that fits easily into the space
Black shade lamps decorate this bedroom
Compact spaces don't need to be deprived of a little luxury!
Fairy little bedroom in minimalist style
Floating staircase leads to loft bed
Using one color as an accent makes the space harmonious
Modern loft bed is perfect for small bedrooms
Painted floor adds color to this bedroom
Elegant design with 9 symmetry0040
Loft beds in stylish bedrooms are becoming more and more popular, especially when homeowners are trying to use every available meter in their room.
Convenient built-in drawers under the bed allow you to get rid of clutter and create a more tidy and organized bedroom.
The trend of adding a small work space to the room also encourages designers to opt for more ergonomic solutions. Wardrobe beds with built-in storage and rollaway beds also help keep things stashed away.
Check out the wicker baskets used as drawers
Sliding door and fold out bed make a bedroom out of nothing!
Innovative use of sliding doors to create an open-plan bedroom
Creating a modern and stylish small bedroom is not the most difficult task. Choose from semi-minimalism to Scandinavian style interiors in that will create an attractive look in your room. Avoid the temptation to use too many colors and decorations - which is the key to achieving the perfect design.
Elegant bed with drawers creates plenty of storage space
Neutral tones make small bedrooms feel more spacious
Room symmetry is an absolute must for a small bedroom
Use upstairs space to free up space below!
Recessed lighting is a good choice for compact bedrooms
Lots of windows make this room look bigger than it actually is
Unique hideaway beds are a great addition to a small space
Use wallpaper even for a sloping mansard roof to create visual consistency
Inspirational Ideas for a Teenage Bedroom / Homebodies
Teenagers are very picky these days, so there's a lot to think about when choosing teen bedroom ideas.
Fortunately, we have collected the best ideas for you in one place!
Teen bedroom ideas: stylish, cozy, functional
When choosing the perfect bedroom design, keep in mind that it should have a thoughtful layout. Teenagers are quite picky when it comes to making any changes to their room. But as a general rule, include the following in your teen's room: plenty of storage space, a comfortable sleeping bed, a study area with enough light, and a stylish design.
Boho Teen Girl Bedroom Idea
Nowadays, teenagers are well aware of the current fashion design trends. Your teenage daughter will appreciate it if you let her feel like her room is her mini-apartment where she can spend time in comfort. And the expression of her personality is also important.
Teenage girl bedroom ideas for small rooms
If your teenage girl's room is small, opt for bunk beds.
This type of bed is not as big and therefore saves space. In the photo you can see that when folded, this bed takes up little space.
Calm ideas for room design
When considering room design for your teenage girl, it's a good idea to focus on lighter shades. As you know, bright and flashy colors are more aggressive, suitable for mental activity, and not for relaxation.
Cozy idea for a bunk bedroom
Installing a bunk bed in a room is a great idea to create a comfortable space for teenagers. Add some interesting accessories and details to make the bedroom feel warm and welcoming.
Bunk bed. Design for a small bedroom
If you have a very small bedroom, but you need to fit as many beds in it as possible, there is a way. A bunk bed is a good solution in any situation. If you are limited in space, this bed will be very comfortable.
In addition, a bunk bed can be triple.
Boys Teenage Bedroom Ideas
In case you want to renovate a boy's bedroom, our modern ideas will definitely suit your taste.
Simple boys bedroom with bright accents
When choosing a bedroom for your teenage son, it's important to keep his likes and preferences in mind. Simple options with bright accents can be just the perfect idea.
Gray and blue for boys bedroom
There are times when one color palette is not an option. In this case, we suggest you combine shades that match each other. The combination of blue and gray is what you need.
Inexpensive ideas for decorating a teenage girl's bedroom
Looking for cheap ways to decorate a teenage girl's bedroom? Follow our advice:
Start with furniture. Switch to vintage furniture. You can find it at flea markets and real estate sales.
