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Traditional bedroom ideas are loved for their timeless appeal and the restful sanctuary that they create. The bedroom is a room unlike any other in your home and should be the perfect place to relax after a busy day.
From the daily commute, to the constant buzzing of your phone, not to mention the seemingly never ending sea of responsibilities that rest upon our shoulders, we all need a quiet place to escape at the end of a busy day. Your bedroom is your sanctuary, a private space shut off from the busy world, so let your own personal style and tastes guide your design.
From beds and furniture to wall-coverings and window treatments, there are plenty of bedroom ideas that will inspire your traditional bedroom ideas.
A traditional-style bedroom is one that feels authentic to the age of your home and is packed with pattern, visual interest, comfort and warmth. By channelling traditional decorating ideas you will give your space an identity, instantly imbuing it with charm and character.
1. Opt for a wrought-iron bedframe to encapsulate traditional bedroom ideas
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Your bed defines the look of the whole room, so opt for a timeless design that will also give you the freedom to reinvent your space in future. Crafted from wrought iron, the Henry bed from the Period Living collection at Wrought Iron & Brass Bed Co, is inspired by classic dorm-style designs and is here finished in iridescent bronze for an added touch of sophistication.
When it comes to finding the best bed ideas to incorporate into your traditional bedroom ideas or vintage bedroom ideas, classic Victorian-style beds should be your first port of call. 'Wrought iron and brass beds resonate with so many of us, from classic movies such as Mary Poppins and Bedknobs & Broomsticks, through to snuggling down under multiple layers of bedding when staying over with beloved grandparents,' says Harry Thompson of Wrought Iron & Brass Bed Company .
'Wonderfully timeless, a well-made iron or brass bed should last years, just like our fond childhood memories.'
2. Play with paint color to add character to your traditional bedroom ideas
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Whether it's paneling, picture rails, detailed window frames, cornicing or ceiling roses, there are plenty of ways to accentuate the character found in traditional bedroom ideas. Make these details sing by painting them in a brighter color than your base wall.
When it comes to choosing the best color for a bedroom be inspired by your furniture, the room's orientation and the natural light it receives. Be sure to consider paint finishes too, pair a matt finish on walls with a satin around the window frames to help reflect light back into the room.
In this bedroom the picture rail and skirting board have been painted in Fenwick & Tilbrook ’s Highland Peat, emphasising the room’s height, as have the window frames, drawing the eye down the length of the room and as such, making it feel lighter.
A stud wall, painted in both Boleyn Rose and Conker, creates a cozy and private nook for the bed.
3. Create harmony between traditional bedroom ideas and an ensuite with wallpaper
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A more modern element of traditional bedroom ideas, an ensuite is a valuable addition to any master. However, it's important that your ensuite bathroom ideas work in harmony with the rest of your traditional bedroom ideas.
One way to achieve this is by using the same patterned wallpaper in both the bedroom and ensuite to create harmony throughout the space. There are plenty of bathroom wallpaper ideas, that would look equally stunning in a bedroom.
Brimming with color, Style Library's Blackthorn FSC wallpaper in an Autumn shade brings a warmth to the design of both spaces, while also being a sustainable decorating choice. While the trend towards sustainability might seem like a new idea, it was actually a cornerstone of the Arts and Crafts movement.
As a reaction to mass production, designers including William Morris championed handcrafted designs that were made to last. Today, design house Sanderson continues that legacy, while also ensuring its raw materials are ethically traded.
4. Add fitted wardrobes to make the most of available space
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A good night’s sleep goes hand in hand with a tidy bedroom – you can’t properly relax if you're surrounded by clutter. Built-in furniture is one of the best bedroom storage ideas and is perfect for traditional bedroom ideas as it can be easily installed into unusually shaped nooks. Built-in furniture is also perfect for bedrooms in attic conversions as they can incorporate the sloped ceilings.
These pretty mirrored wardrobes provide a storage solution that is tailor-made for the room, and enable you to maximise every last bit of space – ideal if you have awkward alcoves and sloping ceilings to contend with. Another clever way to reduce clutter is to fit wall lights either side of the bed, as it frees up space on your bedside tables.
If you're considering adding fitted wardrobes, then you'll be asking: how much do fitted wardrobes cost to install? Of course this varies from project to project depending on the size and requirements but prices start at around $1,000.
5. Opt for linen bedlinen for a touch of luxury
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Getting into a freshly made bed is one of life’s little luxuries so make sure that you invest in the best bedlinen. Linen makes for some of the best bed sheets as its loosely woven structure makes it highly breathable, helping to regulate your body temperature throughout the night.
'Linen has a beautiful distinctive texture that gets even softer with each wash. A dream to look at and to snuggle, it blends practicality with aesthetic, thanks to its charming and crumpled look that requires no ironing,' explains Molly Freshwater, creative director at The Secret Linen Store . 'Twice as durable as cotton, linen bedding can last decades. It's also a much more environmentally friendly option, as it needs little irrigation to grow.
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Due to its natural weave and textural appearance, linen is the perfect complement to country bedroom ideas. Try layering different colors and textures for the ultimate cozy sanctuary.
6. Decorate with dark shades for an intimate atmosphere
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Traditional bedroom ideas don't have to be light and bright – opting for a dark scheme can create an intimate enviroment that promotes restful sleep.
'Dark colors are a great choice for the bedroom as they create a warm, cozy atmosphere and look wonderful at night. Sometimes people can feel slightly intimidated when using dark colors in the bedroom, however they are actually very calming and endearing,' explains Francesca Wezel, founder of Francesca's Paints .
7. Celebrate pattern by opting for a characterful wallpaper
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Your bedroom is a private space, and as such gives you the opportunity to create a truly personal scheme. If you prefer to play it safe in the main rooms of your home, then use the bedroom as a place to experiment with color and texture.
A calming palette of soft turquoise and warm beige makes Susi Bellamy’s Duck-Egg Bouquet wallpaper perfect for a relaxing sanctuary, while its marbled design adds an artistic feel.
'Fresh, earthy and completely versatile, you can’t go wrong with green and blue. They are closely connected on the color wheel, so it’s easy to introduce the two tones to create the illusion of more color without overpowering a space,' explains Jen & Mar, co-founders of Interior Fox . 'For a calming effect opt for lighter colors offset by natural finishes, or for a more sumptuous scheme choose much darker shades.'
When selecting a wallpaper be sure to try it out in situ by attaching samples to the wall. This will help you get a feel for how the paper will look in your space and whether it will complement your other traditional bedroom ideas. 'If wallpapering all four walls feels a little overwhelming, or you are using a particularly bold design, consider accent walls. Placing patterned wallpaper behind the bed offers the perfect place to experiment as the bed will break up the space and make it feel slightly more subtle,' advises Ruth Mottishead, creative director at Little Greene .
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Offering soundproofing, insulation and bringing texture to the scheme, there are myriad benefits to bedroom carpet ideas. However, in traditional bedrooms with original flooring, it isn’t always the best option, as fitting carpet could cause damage. Bedroom rug ideas offer so much more than a simple floor covering, bringing all the benefits of a carpet yet still showcasing and protecting the original wooden flooring.
Furthermore, the position of your rug can help to zone the room, creating a divide between the sleeping and dressing areas as well as provided warmth underfoot. If you're hoping to incorporate patterned wallpaper ideas into your traditional bedroom ideas, then opt for a minimalist muted rug, like this gray weave with mustard border, to prevent the patterns competing for attention.
9. Invest in shiplap to bring character to your traditional bedroom ideas
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Paneling is an excellent addition to any traditional bedroom ideas.
Bringing instant character and warmth, paneling is an affordable way to elevate your bedroom design. From tongue-and-grove and fluted through to shiplap and square, there are plenty of different paneling ideas for walls that are sure to spark your imagination.
In this bedroom, shiplap walls have been painted in earthy tones to give the bedroom a welcoming, laid-back feel. Decorating with neutrals rather than whites also prevents this minimalist scheme from feeling cold.
10. Use lighting to create a soothing atmosphere
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The right lighting design will have a huge impact on your bedroom’s look, allowing the space to seamlessly flip from bright in the morning to cozy at night. ‘Layering the lighting will give you plenty of options. Bedside task lamps, clip-on lights and wall lights offer low-level illumination for reading or relaxing, while ceiling lights create a focal point over the bed and serve a practical function,’ advises Natalie Mann, new product development co-ordinator at Iconic Lights .
‘Don’t forget warm white bulbs and a dimmer switch, as this will give you full control from bright light to a softer mood lighting for the evening.’
When lighting a bedroom, ensure that you can operate at least one of your lights from the bed. Fitting wall lights either side of the headboard offers ample reading light without disturbing a sleeping partner. Pair with a table lamp, such as this Palmer lamp with Buttercup velvet shade to softly illuminate the room in the evening.
11. Dress your windows with floor-length bedroom curtains for a peaceful sanctuary
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While curtains and blinds are the obvious choice of window dressing for a bedroom, consider that shutters may be a more practical solution that will complement period homes from various eras.
'The bedroom should be a calm space where you can switch off and shutters can greatly add to this by providing you with privacy and the ability to control the amount of natural light entering.
Additionally, if your sleep is disturbed by sunlight or streetlamps full height solid shutters are a stylish solution. Keeping the shutters closed will block out all light in the evening, whilst during the day you can open them fully to clear the window allowing daylight light in,' explains Chrissie Harper, customer experience manager at California Shutters . 'As well as looking beautiful inside your home, shutters also add to the curb appeal of the property and from a practical point of view are easy to maintain.'
10. Choose a four-poster for an opulent feel
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If you're searching for traditional bedroom ideas that will bring grandeur to your space, then a four-poster antique bed is a must. 'I find that antiques have a timeless quality that is difficult to achieve with most modern pieces, and the depth that they give to a scheme provide unparalleled comfort,' says interior designer Henriette von Stockhausen of VSP Interiors . 'However, often it is the juxtaposition of old and new that creates that certain special energy to a design.
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Evoking luxury bedroom ideas, pair your four-poster bed ideas with a classic canopy to create an elegant space that invites regency style into your scheme.
11. Add layers of comfort to your bed
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This traditional bedroom sanctuary is part of a converted stable block but had no original period features worth preserving. Instead, the bright room has been clad in whitewashed pine and incorporates rustic bedroom ideas with reclaimed brick tiles.
While its walls and flooring could lead to this traditional bedroom feeling cold and unwelcoming, soft fabrics and a soothing color palette help to create a warm and welcoming space.
'Combining traditional styling with modern-day comforts may sound tricky, but the very first pocket sprung mattress was invented in 1901! So even pocket sprung mattresses have footings in tradition,' say Harry Thompson of Wrought Iron & Brass Bed Company. However, there are still valuable lessons we can learn from our grandparents and great grandparents when it comes to styling a bed, he says.
'One traditional trick we have lost over the years is layering our bedding. Not only do multiple layers offer a comforting and cozy sleep sanctuary, but layering your bed with natural fibres, such as wool and alpaca, helps to create a breathable, fresh sleep environment perfect for all seasons.'
12. Make the most of original features
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Exposed timbers add to the character of this large attic bedroom. It's a classic amongst traditional bedroom ideas and includes antique and vintage furniture, but the look is fresh and up to date thanks to the color choices.
The pairing of pink and green is a traditional decorating idea that is very 'now' and Farrow & Ball 's Dead Salmon shade is used right up to the rafters to emphasize the old beams. The headboard is covered in Colefax & Fowler 's Lincoln fabric.
'Adorn the room with pretty soft furnishings in muted tones and paint other furniture such as chests of drawers, a dressing table or desk and bedside tables (regardless of age or period style) in similar calming hues to fuse a look that’s eclectic, fun and unstructured.
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13. Add pattern with a bold headboard
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The most successful traditional bedroom ideas are the ones with personality, but which work with the original features says renowned interior designer Penny Morrison . There's no denying that in a bedroom, the bed itself will generally be the focal point of the room, especially if it showcases eye-catching headboard ideas.
‘It’s really all about creating a space of character and unique personality,' says Penny. 'You can enhance a room's traditional features by painting joinery in a high-gloss lacquer finish. And the combination of textures and pattern in your accessories complements but also strengthens the scheme, and creates atmosphere. There is no right or wrong.’ And if it's good enough for the doyenne of mixing patterns in a room, pairing unexpected pieces and palettes, it's good enough for us too.
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Layer whites with pastels to create a calm sanctuary(Image credit: Future / Emma Lee / Sally Denning)
Traditional bedrooms are often decorated quite intricately but you can use pattern simply, and cleverly. Here, the matching tones of the different colors gives the room a calm feel, while decorating with stripes, presented both vertically and horizontally, create interest and also exaggerate the room's proportions very subtly.
17. Choose floral for a traditional bedroom scheme
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Choosing and using bedroom wallpaper ideas is something most of us have struggled with, some of us even avoiding wallpaper altogether, feeling much more confident with a paint brush than with a paste brush. However, wallpaper provides the opportunity to bring a burst of pattern into your traditional bedroom ideas.
'We have noticed a shift in interiors tastes and trends in recent years, with a move towards heritage designs centred around florals and nature.
Preferences in color palettes have shifted too, with the new generation not afraid to mix things up, such as powdery pinks complemented with cool greys and darker charcoals,' reveals Nina Tarnowski, founder and designer at Woodchip & Magnolia, 'Whether an eye-catching wallpaper or striking mural, adorning your walls in a bold floral design gives an instant lift and creates a design statement. Don’t be afraid to push beyond your comfort zone and consider even taking the design up to the ceiling, a burst of flora and fauna is the perfect way to achieve a stylish and striking new look.'
18. Try cottagecore style in your traditional bedroom
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The cottagecore look is a staple of traditional bedroom ideas – and it can be really elegant if you go for a subtle approach, choosing foliage over florals and complementing them with more modern, simple graphics. A pared-back color scheme will channel elements of cottage bedroom design into your traditional bedroom ideas.
When incorperating the cottagecore look, be sure to utilise nature. 'Bring the outside in and add flowers, indoor plants and perhaps a floral wallpaper to brighten up your space. Bringing as many natural elements, or at least a natural façade into your bedroom is so beneficial to our wellbeing,' says Joanna Ross, General Manager of Design at Sheridan .
19. Incorporate a window seat to add traditional charm
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If you're lucky enough to have window recesses that are deep and low enough to incorporate window seat ideas, the bedroom is the perfect place for this most romantic of sitting places. One of our favorite traditional bedroom ideas, it provides a peaceful spot to read a few pages or relax and watch the clouds go by.
This dainty window seat has been paired with a a pretty pink toile de jouy wallpaper and cushions in matching shades to create a timeless scheme that draws on cozy bedroom ideas.
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Traditional styling and modern comforts – for modern times(Image credit: VSP Interiors)
When designing any bedroom, comfort should be the priority and this is all the more prevalent in traditional bedroom ideas. One of the best ways to achieve comfort in your bedroom is by layering textiles.
'In these modern times, the bedroom offers modern comfort in the form of oversized deep duvets – always buy a duvet a size larger than your bed. Choose high thread count sheets, an upholstered headboard to lean on when reading in bed, and deep pile carpet or sheepskin rugs underfoot,' recommends Georgia Metcalfe of The French Bedroom Company .
Designing a traditional bedroom should be done with thought and care, especially because we spend so much time in them.
'Bedrooms are the best rooms in the house for you to follow your heart, express your own character and create a truly personal space,' says Ruth Mottershead, creative director at Little Greene . You can be as bold or as simple as you like, it’s as easy as creating a space that is pleasing to you.
Heritage patterned fabrics, luxurious quilts and antique furniture are elements that can help you design a traditional bedroom. One of the beauties of traditional bedroom ideas are that they are timeless and can work in a wide variety of homes. Consider incorporating traditional ideas such as bed canopies, window seats and floral wallpaper to take your traditional bedroom ideas to the next level.
How do I make my bed pretty?
Adding a beautiful duvet cover and lots of cushions offer a great and easy way to make your bed pretty. Pick a fabric you love and don’t be afraid to be bold in your choice. Alternatively crisp white bedlinen accented with some floral cushions will instantly look pretty yet sophisticated. If you are thinking of updating your bed frame, a four-posted bed will always be a pretty choice that is perfect for adding a luxury edge to traditional bedroom ideas.
What is a traditional bedroom?
‘Traditional bedroom ideas refer to a style that’s firmly anchored in the past.
However, that does not have to mean that it’s boring. Instead, you can embrace classic design while also adding touches that show off your personality and taste,’ explains Andre Kazimierski, CEO of Improovy Painters Chicago .
‘Consider adding a pop of color through wallpaper or artwork. You could also opt for a unique ceiling fixture or houseplants. Just because it’s traditional doesn’t mean that everything has to be neutral! Just be sure that you’re maintaining some sort of symmetry.’
Having graduated with a first class degree in English Literature four years ago, Holly started her career as a features writer and sub-editor at Period Living magazine, Homes & Gardens' sister title. Working on Period Living brought with it insight into the complexities of owning and caring for period homes, from interior decorating through to choosing the right windows and the challenges of extending. This has led to a passion for traditional interiors, particularly the country-look. Writing for the Homes & Gardens website as a content editor, alongside regular features for Period Living and Country Homes & Interiors magazines, has enabled her to broaden her writing to incorporate her interests in gardening, wildlife and nature.
101 Traditional Primary Bedroom Ideas (Photos)
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This primary bedroom features a wooden bed graced with intricate detailing. It is mirrored in the nightstands topped with traditional table lamps.
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Primary bedroom with carpet flooring, natural wood furnishings, and white framed windows dressed in charming striped valances.
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Pristine white walls and light hardwood flooring combine to give this primary bedroom a light and airy feel. It is further enhanced by ample natural light streaming in from the framed windows.
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Dark wood furnishings in this primary bedroom create a stunning contrast to the beige walls, carpet flooring, and a graceful tray ceiling.
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Primary bedroom with classic yellow and red scheme. It has traditional draperies and carpet flooring topped with a printed runner.
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The subtle yellow accents intensify the feminine charm in this primary bedroom. White furnishings, carpet flooring, and a wonderful Palladian window complete the look.
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This primary bedroom with a custom headboard, rustic door, driftwood lamps, and forest artwork brings you closer to nature.
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This is a spacious and bright bedroom that has a beige carpeted flooring to match the beige walls and beige tray ceiling. The large gray bed is complemented by the fireplace on the far side and the row of tall windows at the sitting area.
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This bedroom is warmed by a large fireplace with a wall-mounted TV above it. The walls of this bedroom are adorned with gray wallpaper and white wainscoting that goes well with the beige tufted bed.
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This other bedroom has a long cushioned built-in bench across from the bed. This is placed under the row of windows for a comfortable reading nook with lovely pastel-colored cushions to match the walls above the wainscoting.
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This is the primary bedroom with a large wooden sleigh bed that stands out against the earthy beige walls and bedsheets. This matches with the console table on the far side placed by the wide window that has curtains of the same tone as the bedsheet.
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The large dark wooden sleigh bed stands out against the warm gray walls and ceiling. On the far side of this bedroom is a comfortable sitting area with a couple of cushioned armchairs facing the tall windows.
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The charming bed of this bedroom has a large dark wooden structure at the head to match the bedside drawers and cabinetry surrounding the fireplace across from the bed.
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The luxurious wooden four-poster bed is flanked by round bedside tables with table lamps. The bed is placed in a round room with curved tall gray walls and tall glass windows.
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This spacious primary bedroom has enough room for a comfortable sitting area on the other side of the bedroom with a two-way modern fireplace in the middle separating it from the bed area that has a tray ceiling over the metal-frame bed.
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This lovely white primary bedroom has a white bed with a cove ceiling has exposed wooden beams that follow the lay of the cove ceiling. The carved wood mantle of the fireplace stands out against the white walls.
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The complicated pattern of the black carpeted flooring provides a nice contrast to the uniformity of the pink traditional bed, bed cushioned armchair, and pink bedside tables against the pink walls.
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This bedroom has chic floral bedsheets and matching pillows on the traditional bed that has an elegant headboard. This is contrasted by the black patterned carpeted flooring.
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The amazing modern fireplace is inlaid in the wall like a flat-screen TV floating and mounted paired with an abstract yellow painting above that stands out against the pink walls, bed and carpeted flooring.
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This primary bedroom has a huge bed with a tall cushioned white headboard in the middle of two windows, lamps and bedside cabinets. The bed has a white sofa at the foot and a large mirror on the side.
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The gray cushioned headboard of the traditional bed matches the pair of table lamps on wooden bedside drawers that stand out against the beige carpeted flooring.
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This large primary bedroom has hardwood flooring and pink walls adorned with framed artworks and a fireplace that has a pink mantle supporting the flat-screen TV above.
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This primary bedroom has a charming inlaid with tiles and a wooden mantle that matches the hardwood flooring topped with a light gray area rug underneath the traditional bed with patterned sheets.
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The gray velvet bed is paired with a gray velvet bench at the foot of the bed. This hue is also reflected in the bedside tables and the wall-mounted lights. This is given a nice background of beige walls and hardwood flooring.
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The wall behind the gray headboard has a lovely mural of birds on branches and a clock in the middle. The bed is flanked by two elegant wooden bedside drawers with a couple of table lamps on it.
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This charming traditional bedroom has green floral walls that serve as a nice background for the wooden dresser that complements the hardwood flooring. There is a light gray area rug underneath the gray bed with a green cushioned bench at the foot of the bed.
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The brown wooden traditional bed with wooden headboard is a nice complement to the background of a brown ceiling and walls with brown curtains for each window.
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The light blue-green walls are filled with floral patterns that go nicely with the elegant intricate chandelier hanging over the purple velvet sheets of the beige traditional bed.
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The polished redwood element is the dominating force of this primary bedroom with a wooden bed and white ceiling that supports a two-tiered crystal chandelier over the seating area near the windows.
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The white tray ceiling, gray walls, and beige carpeted flooring are paired with a white traditional bed that has a couple of eclectic green cushioned stools by its foot.
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The colorful green and blue patterned comforted of the traditional bed add a dash of color and pattern to the simple designs of this bedroom that has a beige carpeted flooring paired with beige walls and ceiling.
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The tall shed ceiling has massive exposed wooden beams that seem to dwarf the other elements of this spacious primary bedroom that has a fireplace with a sitting area and red patterned area rug over the hardwood flooring.
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The white cushioned headboard of the traditional bed is framed with golden intricate patterns that stand out against the light gray walls with subtle similar patterns that mirror the elegant chandelier.
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Designed by: Roselind Wilson Design
The traditional bed has a maroon cushioned headboard that extends to the wall behind the bedside table and their white table lamps. The fireplace with a light gray mantle is a nice capstone to the overall aesthetic.
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The light gray walls are accented with multiple wall-mounted framed artworks that stand out against its hue.
This is paired with a beige ceiling that has exposed beams and a beige bed with cushioned headboard.
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The wooden pencil poster bed matches the elegance of the primary bedroom that has a sitting surrounded by curtained windows and brown walls with a strip of a pattern at the top.
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Chic floral patterns on the area rug, bedsheets and curtains provide a nice foreground for the hardwood flooring, dark wooden pencil poster bed, and its wooden bedside drawers.
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The stark white ceiling and hardwood flooring are a nice background for the green walls with a white-mantled fireplace beside the white bed as well as the green area rug at the foot of the bed.
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There is a charming fireplace with a mantle that blends with the beige walls and tray of the ceiling that has a white center.
This is paired well with the dark wooden bed and cabinets and drawers.
This eclectic primary bedroom has a lovely beige carpeted flooring that is paired with beige walls that makes the white ceiling stand out against the velvet brown traditional bed and its cushioned armchairs.
There is a blank white canvas hanging over the cushioned headboard of the traditional bed that stands out against the light gray carpeted flooring and its two bedside drawers and ottoman at the foot of the bed.
The large wooden sleigh bed that blends in with the hardwood flooring has beige sheets that go well with the beige walls and white ceiling. There is a nice seating area by the foot of the bed that has a cushioned bench over a light gray area rug.
This festive primary bedroom has a traditional bed with a cushioned headboard that is flanked by shuttered windows and bedside cabinets that complement the beige walls.
This primary bedroom has a traditional bed with a wooden headboard that matches the bedside drawers and dresser that has a built-in mirror above it.
The white ceiling has exposed wooden beams that pair well with the wooden headboard and the bedside drawers flanking it. This headboard is topped with three wall-mounted artworks.
There is a lovely seating area at the foot of the traditional bed that has a two-seater beige sofa that matches with the cushioned headboard of the bed. The elegant vanity area by the beige wall is made of varnished wood.
The light green walls of this primary bedroom make the dark wooden dresser stand out as well as the sleigh bed and the bedside drawers on each side of it.
The white tray ceiling has a beige accent that complements the white elegant chandelier hanging over the wooden sleigh bed that matches with the leather sing-seat sofa by the French windows.
The fireplace of this primary bedroom has a white mantle that complements the beige walls and white tray ceiling. The hardwood flooring contrasts this as well as the traditional wooden bed with a cushioned headboard.
Welcome to the gallery of tried and true traditional primary bedroom design ideas.
We hope you find some inspiration to get those creative muses flowing!
Out of the 582,302 bedrooms we analyzed, Traditional styles were the second most popular with 22.03% of the rooms incorporating the design.
Traditional primary bedroom design ideas come from 18th century England, the French Countryside, and even exotic décor from lands in the East. British Colonial and Neoclassical touches are also abundant, making this style warm, inviting, and decadent all at the same time.
Enjoy this enormous gallery of traditional designs. We’ve included charts and tables below the gallery to showcase some of the more popular color and flooring options for this design style, as well as to help give you some ideas on what others have done.
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Data on Traditional Bedrooms
There are a lot of fine details that go into the traditional style, but the color and flooring of any room are its foundations.
Here are some helpful charts and graphs detailing which options were found the most in the bedrooms we analyzed.
Balance the Colors
The traditional palette is balanced and slightly floral. All colors work together to create an inviting and comforting interior. Peach and darker greens can be found with splashes of dark purple and tans, or even bronze accents. White is also commonly used to denote fireplaces and windows, or found in lampshades.
Wooden tones were found in 1.25% of 332,061 analyzed bedrooms, which is a large part of traditional décor. Additionally, greens were used 3.53% of the time.
Subtle Wall Colors
Wall color is also an important factor, ranging from peach to olive or even blue. They will always be subtle in traditional design. Out of 173,576 bedrooms, blue was used in 9.87% of them while green appeared in 4.07%. Neutrals remain the most popular option.
Fireplaces Are Prominent
A traditional bedroom often features a fireplace, since they would have been a necessity during the era this design was born in.
Out of 73,325 bedrooms, only 13,724 have a fireplace. Those that do usually feature a standard one, being found in 13.62% of the analyzed rooms.
The surrounding of the fireplace in a traditional design is often wood, which we found in 12.41% of 12,277 bedrooms.
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Contents
- Favorite place
- What pictures to hang in the bedroom on the wall
- Pictures for the bedroom in a classic style
- Pictures for the bedroom for a couple
- Feng Shui Bedroom Paintings
- Bedroom Paintings by Color
- Bedroom Paintings by Shape and Size
- Bedroom Paintings by Subject
- Where to Hang Feng Shui Paintings in the Bedroom
- What to Avoid What picture to hang in the bedroom headboard
- Pictures in the bedroom by location
- Examples of beautiful interior paintings for the bedroom with photos
Favorite place
As I said, the bedroom is the very room in the house where we relax , a place where we want to find peace and comfort.
When choosing an interior for the bedroom, think about the paintings that you want to hang there.
They should carry peace and tranquility, but at the same time, match the spirit of your room, emphasize its style and features of the owner of the apartment.
To find out where it is better to hang a picture in the bedroom, how to do it according to Feng Shui and what are the basic rules, read this article to the end, look at the photos and get inspired to create a special atmosphere in your bedroom.
What pictures to hang on the wall in the bedroom
Bedroom interior paintings can be completely different: classic oil painting, watercolor sketches, acrylic interior paintings, as well as various photo posters, posters, modular paintings. Such a modular composition, consisting of several parts, can be either printed on photographic paper or painted on canvas. But keep in mind that voluminous modular paintings will draw all the attention to themselves and can become the main focus in the bedroom.
Pictures in the bedroom can simply be hung on the wall, or attached to the wall at the head of the bed. There are also some rules that it is not recommended to hang certain paintings in the bedroom, or vice versa, they will suit you:
- Do not place paintings in the bedroom if they do not match your character.
- Pay attention to the combination of the picture with the overall interior design of the room.
- Do not choose portraits of a third person if you share a bedroom with another person, and even more so, do not put pictures and photographs of deceased relatives.
- If you choose paintings for the bedroom of a man and a woman, then give preference to passionate subjects, or symbols of love, such as scarlet roses.
- A perfectly matched picture for the bedroom is a picture matched by color.
- Do not hang gloomy and sad pictures.
- Do not mix styles. If the room is decorated in Provence style, it is unlikely that avant-garde art nouveau painting will look beautiful there.
As you can see, there are a lot of options, so I propose to consider each one separately using examples.
Classic style bedroom paintings
Classic style interiors are ideal for oil paintings in a golden wood frame. By itself, the classical style embodies luxury, nobility, even some sophistication. Therefore, the choice of picture must be approached properly.
Reproductions of famous artists, such as the Impressionists, will look very nice. Designing such an interior, of course, will be a bit of a costly task, because the classic style is famous for the nobility of its materials, conciseness and the absence of unnecessary details in the interior.
The color palette of such a bedroom is also usually calmer. Therefore, it is worth giving preference to paintings painted in pastel colors. When choosing paintings for a classic interior, you need to be very attentive not only to the general style, but also to other decorative details: figurines, carpets, curtains, ottomans, pillows.
There is no room for asymmetry in a classic interior, everything should have strict geometry. Therefore, when prophesying a picture over some object, or a bed, make sure that it hangs strictly in the center.
Classical style - classical works. It will be just fine if you find reproductions of paintings by Renoir, Van Gogh, Monet and other famous artists. Choose picturesque landscapes, and if you have a talent for drawing, then create the work yourself - this will be very symbolic.
Choose a frame for such a picture from natural wood, and if you want to hang several pictures, decorate them in the same style. So your bedroom will become even cozier and more ideal.
Bedroom paintings for couples
Family bedroom is the unity of two people. Double paintings and various diptychs, images of paired animals and so on will look very good.
In principle, here, in the same way, you must first of all proceed from the style of your room, its color and other interior items.
Having decided on the style, you can choose a picture in several directions:
- Love theme - ideal for a couple.
- A poster featuring love couples from classic movies.
- Photos of you and your significant other, capturing a moment where you are together and happy.
Feng Shui paintings for the bedroom
Many people believe that Feng Shui paintings should be hung in the bedroom. This method will help you bring harmony to your bedroom and make the atmosphere more conducive. When choosing paintings according to this principle, several rules should also be distinguished:
- Don't hang a painting in a bedroom that shows one person.
- To strengthen family relationships, hang a picture of a beautiful house.
- Peonies, orchids, poppies are perfect for a couple's bedroom.
- If you are buying a hand-painted painting, try to find out why it is being sold.
You do not need bad energy in the house. - Hang up posters and photos with children if you want to have offspring soon.
- Do not hang pictures with the water element.
- Always frame your pictures beautifully.
According to Feng Shui, it is necessary to divide the total space of the room into separate small zones, therefore, be guided by this when you select a picture in each of them. Place pictures on only one wall and don't get too carried away with the number of pictures. The plot of all paintings should be united by one theme, but try to avoid additional decorations - figurines, caskets and other things.
Bedroom paintings by color
Pay attention to the style and proceed from its features.
A painting in harmony with the color of the bedroom will help create an atmosphere of warmth and comfort, especially if you match it with bed linen, curtains, decorative pillows.
If you choose contrasting paintings, do not overdo it with color, otherwise it will be difficult for you to relax your eyes and relax in such an environment.
Bedroom paintings by shape and size
Choose medium to large size paintings for your bedroom that will make your room look bigger and more spacious.
Several paintings of different sizes should be aligned along the bottom edge and hung at eye level so as not to visually distort the space.
One large picture will look great and will become an attractive accent of your home.
In terms of shape, give preference to square and rectangular paintings, but if round and oval objects, such as a mirror, are already hanging in the bedroom, then you can safely choose a less traditional version of the form.
Paintings for the bedroom according to the plot
The plot is also a very important criterion for choosing a painting for the bedroom.
It should be beautiful and you should like it.
Pictures of horses, for example, symbolize energy and determination. Wild animals and birds exude aggressive energy, so it is not advisable to use them in the bedroom.
Beautiful landscapes in soothing colors carry favorable energy and charge you with good emotions. As, however, and still lifes, especially with juicy fruits - symbols of summer and warmth.
Pictures of angels symbolize peace and order, such pictures should be hung if you want to find some inner harmony and peace.
Water for the bedroom is a negative and undesirable plot, although if you really want to, you can hang a picture, but only with a calm and transparent water element.
Where to hang pictures in the bedroom according to Feng Shui
Place pictures in the bedroom above the bed. This will visually highlight the center of your room, unless your headboard is too high.
If you want to place a picture on the wall opposite your bed, be guided by the goal you want to achieve with the picture - to relax or cheer up when looking at the picture.
If you have bedside tables on both sides of the bed, you can also hang pictures above them. But then they should be in the same style and, of course, on both sides.
You can also place paintings from the side wall, but in the same way, hang it symmetrically, and if there are several, then exactly along one bottom line.
What to avoid
From panels with dried flowers, images of insects, abstract paintings, symbols and signs, the meaning of which you do not know, for example, hieroglyphs.
What picture to hang in the bedroom at the head of the bed
Traditionally, the most favorable pictures for the head of the bed are pictures depicting flowers, as well as what the owners of the room would like to achieve or desire.
Pictures depicting the water element, misfortunes and dead people, as well as wild animals will bring bad energy.
There are also restrictions on color. According to Feng Shui, paintings in natural and soothing colors and shades are suitable for the bedroom: yellow, blue, brown.
In general, this ancient teaching involves a long and conscious choice of paintings for your home. Therefore, do not rush and immediately buy the first picture you like. It is better to look at different options and think about how this or that thing will look in your home. By the way, one of the main principles of Feng Shui is that you like the picture, and, looking at it, you experience only positive emotions.
Pictures in the bedroom by location
As I wrote above, according to Feng Shui, pictures in the bedroom are best placed on one wall. If you place them on the sides of the bed, then these should be paired paintings. At the head, if it is not high - strictly in the center.
If you place near the adjacent walls, you can hang a few paintings, as long as they are all symmetrical to other objects in the room.
It is also better to hang a picture in front of the bed symmetrically to it and at eye level when you are sitting in bed.
Examples of beautiful interior paintings for the bedroom with photos
As you already understood, it is very easy to update or add to the design of your bedroom, especially with the help of paintings. I have collected for you a selection of different interiors with paintings so that you can be inspired by them and choose something that is right for you!
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How to choose and where to hang modular paintings in the bedroom
Do you want to abandon traditional paintings?
At your service an innovation from contemporary artists and designers - modular paintings.
This method of decorating is deservedly popular and relevant for both classic interiors and trendy trends. Contents
- What is a modular painting?
- Triptych in your bedroom
- Materials, technique and price - what depends on what
- How to place them in the interior
- What Feng Shui advises
- Is it possible to place an image above the bed
- What is the correct color
- your bedroom should "speak"
- Photos of paintings in the interior
What is a modular painting?
This is a picture consisting of several separate parts - modules. There are only 2 types:
- More often it is one image divided into parts (segments), like a puzzle.
- More rarely - several images united by a plot, color or stylistic solution .
Triptych in your bedroom
There can be from two to ten segments (maybe there are paintings with a large number of modules, but the author has never seen such.
The most common paintings are three, four or five parts. They have their own names: - 2 modules - diptych
- 3 modules - triptych
- 4 modules - quadroptych
- 5 modules - pentaptych
Usually the first two names are used - diptych and triptych, and paintings with a large number of segments are called polyptychs.
Modules can be placed horizontally (more often) or vertically. Sometimes you can find pictures of 4 or 9 segments placed in a "square".
Materials, technique and price - what depends on what
Modular paintings do not differ from ordinary paintings in terms of execution technique. These can be works made in oils, watercolors, pencils, etc.
Why can paintings that look the same at first glance differ in price?
You need to understand that the author's modular paintings, painted by hand, will be much more expensive than most of the segmented images sold in stores.
Most of the modular paintings offered in stores are photo printing with special paints on canvas.
There may also be simpler options on a paper, vinyl or non-woven basis. Canvas paintings are more beautiful. The texture of the canvas is visible. She looks more like the real thing.
Sometimes manufacturers varnish it. Do it manually with a brush with short and stiff bristles. Grooves remain on the surface, traces making it very similar to a “real” oil painting.
There is nothing wrong with using such paintings for interior decoration. They are much cheaper, and only a professional artist or interior designer can distinguish them from the "real" ones.
Only wealthy people can afford solid wood furniture or real parquet flooring. We habitually use chipboard furniture, linoleum, laminate and stone chips countertops.
Modular photo prints are also a good choice.
How to place them in the interior
Now there is a lot of advertising about modular paintings.
Rave reviews, sales, discounts…
Is everything so simple?
Indeed, they can decorate any bedroom, but only those chosen with love, because they liked it, because they are made with quality and taste, and not just because they are fashionable.
When buying modular paintings for the bedroom, look at the color, shape, plot. And it is necessary for the style of the room design, so that our purchase is a thematic continuation of the interior, harmoniously fits into the room, taking into account all its features - size, purpose, furniture, wallpaper.
Are there general guidelines for placing modular paintings in a bedroom?
If the bedroom is small, don't decorate it with giant canvases. With the help of small paintings, the bedroom can be visually enlarged.
Of course this can be done with modular paintings. For this, a horizontal arrangement of fragments is suitable, while preferably not wide.
For example, landscape views help to visually enlarge a small space. Mountain landscapes, sea, sunsets, images going to the horizon will do. These themes and in terms of mood are the closest to the purpose of the bedroom - a room for sleeping, relaxing.
Modular paintings can be placed at the head of the bed, above the sofa, above the dressing table.
No mandatory rules.
This is your room, your lifestyle, and it's up to you to decide where to hang the picture if you do it yourself, or agree or disagree with the designer if this work is done by a specialist.
There are some rules, but they are sometimes deviated from:
- it is considered that the picture should have an odd number of modules;
- fragments should not be too small;
- is better if the picture is narrower than the headboard or other furniture over which it hangs;
- calm colors are more suitable for the bedroom - beige, green.
Modular paintings will effectively complement your bedroom, becoming its central decorative element, the main design solution that attracts attention.
What Feng Shui advises
A modular picture, chosen in accordance with the requirements of Feng Shui, is not just an original interior detail, but also an opportunity to direct your emotions in a positive direction, bring good luck and prosperity to your home.
Is it possible to place the picture above the bed
It is not recommended to place modular pictures above the head of the bed. This will disrupt the movement of human energy flows during sleep and worsen the functioning of the nervous system.
A more acceptable option is a decorative modular design on the side or opposite the bed. Waking up, you will be charged with a positive attitude and cheerfulness for the whole day.
In the art of Feng Shui, special attention is paid to the harmonious proportions of the dimensions of the room. Modular paintings with different orientations will help to slightly adjust the dimensions of the bedroom.
Vertically arranged segments visually make the ceilings much higher, which (according to Feng Shui) contributes to success in the career and business of the inhabitants of the apartment.
A narrow bedroom will be visually expanded by horizontal modules. This will ensure balance and harmony in the marital relationship.
With a balanced ratio of length and width of the room, choose square paintings to enhance the positive energy of the house.
The right color
Feng shui experts recommend using gentle, calm, warm colors for decorating the bedroom. Refuse flashy, aggressive shades.
Do not get carried away with white. Its abundance personifies emptiness, loneliness, separation. This applies to both the choice of the color of the walls, and the color of the paintings.
Fragments in pink, peach or even red tones are appropriate in the newlyweds' room. They will awaken in a couple passion, tenderness, affection for each other.
The plot - what should your bedroom "say"
The best idea for a bedroom is pictures with calm picturesque landscapes: images of a lake, forest, park.
They will set you up for an effective vacation and will contribute to a stable financial growth of the family budget.
Images of lovers or bouquets of bright red roses or peonies in a young girl's room will bring her a promising acquaintance, and for established couples they promise to increase love attraction at times.
- What is a modular painting?
