New bedroom ideas often require a commitment to renovation. However, with a bit of design inspiration, you can elegantly update a bedroom that is feeling tired in less than a weekend and without many of the hassles associated with a full remodel. Your bedroom can once again be the sanctuary you need. Below, we reveal some of our favorite bedroom ideas for renewing your space without a remodel.<\/p>\n
Elevating your bedroom d\u00e9cor may be as easy as choosing inspiring lighting. Martha Stewart Living<\/i><\/a> advises: \u201cA soothing ambience is often achieved with several kinds of lighting fixtures\u2014an overhead light for general illumination, wall sconces on either side of the mirror for dressing, or a table lamp on the nightstand for reading, for example.\u201d\u00a0If you want to create a tranquil, stately, and custom environment, think about installing statement pieces as overhead lighting. Picture a pair of matching pendant lights framing each side of the bed. Options like Moroccan-inspired double prism frosted lanterns or antique 1960s crackle glass and brass pendants are among our favorite bedroom ideas for a glamorous refresh.<\/p>\n Modern drop chandeliers can dazzle as they reflect a silvery palette. Gilded crystal chandeliers work exquisitely in contemporary bedrooms, as well as traditional ones, and crystal chandeliers offer an immediate burst of luxury while also making the space feel cohesively designed. Finally, don\u2019t hesitate to make your overhead statement light a true work of art. Commission a piece from a local artisan who can craft something uniquely stunning to illuminate your room.<\/p>\n There is no doubt that color can set the tone for a room. Traditional bedroom ideas tend to play on neutrals, although recent trends hint that deeper hues are fast becoming more popular.\u00a0Tiffani Stutzman of Tiffani Stutzman Design cheers this new trend in an interview with The Spruce<\/i><\/a> and even suggests choosing \u201cnavy blue, plum, or sage green\u201d to create an inspiring space.<\/p>\n If your bedroom has tall ceilings, designers suggest to My Domaine<\/i><\/a> that a refresh can go big with \u201ca patterned or textured wallpaper.\u201d My Domaine<\/i><\/a> reveals that this wallpaper \u201cgives the space a moody feel and keeps the eye interested.\u201d And contrary to once-held theory, the Magazine<\/a> advises trying wallpaper in darker colors even when there is little natural light because the dark shades \u201ccan help the space feel cozier.\u201d<\/p>\n Even if you do decide to paint your walls a light neutral, you can bring drama to the space by creating a new design for your bedroom ceiling. My Domaine<\/i><\/a> is a fan of this bedroom idea as \u201cstatement ceilings are perhaps the easiest way to add a cool and unexpected element to your space.\u201d You can choose a lighter or darker shade of the color that already adorns your walls. If you have white walls, your ceiling can be a bold color choice that references your bed linens, pillows, or furniture upholstery. Gold leaf on the ceiling can finish a space to extraordinary effect, and dramatic patterned wallpaper can elevate your room instantly. Of course, to create a genuinely bespoke bedroom, indulge the temptation to commission a ceiling mural that captures the imagination.<\/p>\n If you are dissatisfied with your current bed and desire additional storage but aren\u2019t prepared to commit to a major renovation right now, Martha Stewart Living<\/i><\/a> recommends either getting a storage bed custom-made or choosing an elegant option from one of your preferred furnituremakers. One of the Magazine<\/a>\u2019s favorite luxury options is the \u201c\u2018Hudson\u2019 Bed with Storage Drawers\u201d from Room & Board. In fact, they ranked it as having the best drawer storage of all the options they sampled. Why is this pricey bed a favorite? Martha Stewart Living<\/i><\/a> raves: \u201cThis handcrafted storage bed is worth the wait, as it is handmade in West Virginia by skilled artisans. With four storage drawers, you can tuck away everything from out of season clothes and accessories to extra bed linens and pillows.\u201d If you like this bedroom idea but want something even more customizable, the Magazine<\/a> recommends splurging on the \u2018Matera\u2019 bed from DWR. The bed fits six drawers, which can be altered to meet your needs, as can the headboard.<\/p>\n Even if you love your bed, reupholstering or swapping out the headboard can positively impact your space. The Spruce<\/i><\/a> reveals: \u201cMany designer bedrooms have big, beautiful upholstered headboards as a key design element. That\u2019s because it\u2019s an easy way to create focus, depth, and texture in the room.\u201d\u00a0For a visual pop, experts tell the Magazine<\/a> that a tufted headboard offers \u201cmaximum texture.\u201d Meanwhile, recovering a headboard (or buying a new one) in velvet creates an \u201copulent look.\u201d You can choose dramatic colors to hold focus, or you can select a neutral headboard so that it will work well with any bedding color you desire.<\/p>\n As Martha Stewart Living<\/i><\/a> reports, \u201ccurtains not only tie the room together, but they can also play a role in our circadian rhythm, which is our internal clock that tells our body when it\u2019s time to rest.\u201d\u00a0That makes it all the more important that your bedroom curtains or drapes are not only beautiful to look at but designed to block out extra light. Cotton is among the most popular curtain fabrics because it is light and easy to care for. Silk has an undoubtedly luxurious feel to it, but experts caution the Magazine<\/a> that even textured silk \u201c\u2018will show water and UV damage faster than other fabrics.\u2019\u201d One of the most sumptuous bedroom ideas is hanging curtains made from velvet. Why? Experts tell Martha Stewart Living<\/i><\/a> that it is a divine choice because \u201c\u2018velvet is heavy and excellent for insulating your windows from cold drafts and hot summer days.\u2019\u201d It\u2019s also perfect for adding privacy to your space and keeping out extraneous light.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t be afraid to enliven your bedroom by placing a colorful area rug underneath your bed \u2013 even if you have carpeting. Designer Baylee Floyd of Baylee Deion Design raves to Martha Stewart Living<\/i><\/a> that\u00a0\u201c\u2018I love to layer large vintage and fun patterned rugs over outdated bedroom carpet to give it that layered and cozy feel that will instantly refresh your space.\u2019\u201d\u00a0Even if your main carpet is new, you may opt to lay down a silk area rug or a small sheepskin rug for a pampering bit of luxury for your feet.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t underestimate the transformation possible just by adding a single piece of large-scale d\u00e9cor.\u00a0Designer Tiffani Stutzman reveals to The Spruce<\/i><\/a> that she enjoys incorporating an oversized \u201cslipper chair covered in velvet\u201d because bringing texture into the room is a bedroom idea that provides \u201ca layer of opulence and comfort.\u201d<\/p>\n Designers at My Domaine<\/i><\/a> agree. The Magazine<\/a> applauds adding an oversized mirror to bedrooms. Their reasoning? \u201cLarge-scale pieces add a sense of regality and stateliness to a space that smaller pieces can\u2019t.\u201d\u00a0Whether you hang a large-scale, vintage sunburst mirror or lean a floor mirror in a gilded frame against a wall, you\u2019ll be enchanted by the feeling of expansiveness and renewal it brings to your bedroom.<\/p>\nRefresh Your Walls<\/h2>\n
Commission Ceiling Artwork<\/h2>\n
Splurge on a Handcrafted Bed<\/h2>\n
Update Your Bedroom Curtains<\/h2>\n
Incorporate a Luxurious Rug<\/h2>\n
Add Large-Scale Decor<\/h2>\n