We all prize a good night’s sleep, which can be hard to come by sometimes. What if your décor could help you get the rest you need?
The folks at Ashley HomeStore North offered these tips to help you make your bedroom a true sanctuary.
1. Keep the colour palette cool and neutral
When it comes to creating a feeling of relaxation and retreat, often the best colour choices are the most subtle and muted. Keep the colour palette in your bedroom cool and neutral to create that zen, boutique hotel-type atmosphere.
To add a feeling of richness and luxury, you can introduce different textures—in your bed linens, throw pillows, rugs, drapes and window coverings. These elements also help to soften a room and can be wonderfully tactile. The Standon pillow is handwoven and rich in texture; it is neutral and will add style to any space. The Haiden throw blanket, in ivory/taupe, is a favourite for its softness, subtle striped pattern and lighter weight.
You can apply this principle to your furniture pieces too. The Havalance dresser with mirror option is inspired by American farmhouse craftsmanship and has a country classic feel. It also gives off a beachy, seaside resort vibe, thanks to the two-tone finish. The top is a distressed, weathered grey while the base is a distressed vintage white.
The Paxberry dressing chest is a super stylish piece to store your clothing in. It almost looks like a piece of art, thanks to its carved effect sliding door and richly distressed whitewash finish.
2. Minimize clutter
The bedroom is one space you really want to keep neat and tidy, as sleep experts say a messy room can impact the quality of your sleep.
Think about when you spend the night at a favourite hotel or holiday rental. There are usually just the basics provided, without a lot of extras filling up the space: a bed, nightstand, dresser, calming lighting and perhaps an accent chair.
Use the Brayton baskets to corral any clutter and keep it hidden from view. Made of braided natural jute, they are both durable and stylish. The Havalance queen poster bed includes two drawers underneath, so you have extra storage at your disposal and no loss of floor space.
3. Decorate with calming wall accents
Don’t neglect your bedroom walls, as adding some art can elevate and transform the atmosphere. Whether your preference is for photography or painting, stick to a muted colour scheme. You might event want to choose a calming scene, like a nature print, or something abstract.
If you don’t want to hang your pieces, there’s no need to. You can lean your artwork against the wall or atop a dresser, nightstand or shelf.
This Taylen wall art is a beautiful boho chic tapestry with lots of texture. It’s a stunning wall hanging that will soften any corner and add visual interest. The misty woodland scene depicted in the Breckin wall art is sure to bring a calm and relaxing feeling to any room. The combination of blue, gray and white with natural elements works especially well in a bedroom retreat.
With these tips, your bedroom will be an oasis of Zen in no time. You may even find yourself sleeping better than you have in years!
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