Your master bedroom tends to be your sanctuary away from the world. It’s a place that should ooze comfort, luxury, and beauty. No matter if you spend a lot of time there, or simply want a peaceful setting to maximize your beauty sleep, a bedroom you love is a smart investment.
However, there’s no need to break the bank to get the room of your dreams. Buying smart, affordable pieces allows you to get the room of your dreams for a reasonable price. Which means you can afford to stay trendy or update as your tastes change.
Read on to discover 16 bedroom ideas that are both stunning and practical.
Create an Accent Wall
Accent walls have been around for quite some time now, as a great way to add an elegant and unique touch to a room. You can quickly transform the entire look and feel of your room by updating one wall to stand out and make a statement.
In the past, this meant painting one wall a different color. Nowadays there are even trendier, and simpler ways to create an accent wall. Check out these four ingenious ideas on how you can create an accent wall that can easily and affordably be updated, even if you want to change it with every season!
1. A Wall Tapestry
Tapestries are the newest version of an accent wall. You can get a stunning design that can quickly be put up with no need to hire a painter. Plus, there are many affordable options, meaning you can even buy several of them.
This makes it easy to change the look and feel of the whole room in a few minutes. These tapestries come in many patterns, designs, and sizes so that you can find one that works no matter what your bedroom is like.
2. A Picture Wall
Whether it’s a photo collage or framed artwork, a picture wall is a great way to incorporate a personalized focal point into your room.
You can select pictures that are beautiful or meaningful, and easily mix them up and arrange them differently when you want something new. Check out a site like Pinterest for hundreds of arrangement ideas.
3. Patterned wallpaper
Patterned or textured wallpaper is a great option for creating an accent wall without having to paint. You can even get temporary wallpaper which makes it easier to remove and replace when you want a new look.
4. A Wood-Paneled Wall
When you hear the words ‘wood-paneled,’ your first thoughts might be outdated and tacky. But, there are lots of modern wood paneling designs that can add a warm, rustic feel to your room. The fact that it’s only one wall helps keep it from feeling too much like something from the 70’s.
Update Your Ceiling
We don’t tend to pay a lot of attention to our ceilings, which is why most of them are the boring standard white. However, there is no room that you’re more likely to notice your ceiling than in the bedroom. So why not have something unique and beautiful to stare up at while you’re trying to fall asleep?
5. Wallpaper
Just as with an accent wall, wallpaper can quickly and easily customize your ceiling and add a great accent piece to your bedroom. You can select from a nearly limitless range of patterns and designs, to match any style.
6. Ceiling Lights and Fans
Selecting unique or custom ceiling fixtures is a great way to improve the ambiance in your bedroom. Plus, this option works for every budget and style.
You can choose from simple and affordable fairy lights or splurge on a lavish chandelier. There are plenty of selections to match any interior design, no matter if you’re looking for trendy or romantic, or a little of both.
7. Starry Nights
We’ve come a long way from the cheap little glow-in-the-dark stars kids used to stick on their ceilings. Now you can get a modern, grown-up version of a starry night.
Invisible during the day, it instantly adds an air of whimsy and romance once the lights go off. Just make sure you don’t select any design that includes blue light, as that can disturb your sleep.
Revamp Your Floors
Redoing your bedroom flooring can be costly and time-consuming. Whether it’s tearing up and laying down carpet or tile, it’s a renovation that requires some level of commitment. Fortunately, there are other, smarter ways to update your bedroom floors.
8. A Full Rug
A rug is a great option for adding color and pattern to a room without having carpet installed. It’s generally cheaper, easier to care for, and more efficient to replace. Not to mention, your bare feet will likely prefer it over walking across cold hard floors.
9. An Area Rug
If you love your hardwood and don’t want to completely cover it up, or if you’re looking for a more cost-effective option, an area rug is the solution. You can even layer them or play with angles like in the picture above to create more interest.
10. A Piece of Art
Want something truly unique on your floors? You can find beautiful rugs and runners that look like they belong on the wall rather than under your feet. Artwork that’s also practical can be a great investment for updating your room.
Make Your Bed the Focus
Your bed tends to be the focal piece of your entire room. You want one that’s not only comfortable and a joy to sleep in, but also beautiful and inviting to look at.
11. A Statement Headboard
Opting for a statement headboard can make a huge impact without costing you a fortune. If you really want to save money, you can even create a rustic wooden headboard like the one above, all by yourself.
12. A Canopy or Poster Bed
A poster bed or canopy bed can really make a statement. It’s bold and can add a royal feeling to any room. If you don’t have the space or budget to shell out for a traditional four-poster, check out hanging canopies that can work above any bed frame.
13. A Modern Frame
Do you remember the days where every bed just had that boring metal frame underneath it? Now, there is a huge variety of options, including sleigh beds, platform beds, and storage beds. You can find plenty of DIY options or ready-made versions to suit any budget, lifestyle, and room.
Incorporate Accent Pieces
Sometimes the quickest and best way to update your room is by adding unique, bold accents. You can invest in an entire theme or look for a few big, bold, stand out pieces. Here are a couple trending bedroom designs to get you started.
14. Farmhouse decorations
Farmhouse designs are really in fashion right now, especially for the master bedroom. These generally involve big pieces, wood, and natural tones. Make sure your room is large enough, and you stay with neutrals and lighter walls. That way it won’t turn out looking too dark or closed in.
15. Cottage inspired accents
The idea of escaping to the cottage and spending time soaking up the rays, relaxing by the water can help you survive any miserable winter. Which is probably why cottage-inspired designs seem to be a lasting trend. One of the best things about this design is that a few simple additions, like the oars in the image above, can add character to the whole room.
16. Minimalist design features
If you have a small bedroom, or just hate clutter, then a minimalist design might be right for you. Look for pieces that do double duty, such as the storage bed frame mentioned earlier. The great thing about a small room is that you only need one or two unique pieces to make it really stand out. Focus on adding in rich color with smaller accent pieces like throw pillows, or incorporate in different textures.
Focus on the Long-term
If you’re anything like me, you can’t afford to redo your entire bedroom every season, or even every year. But that doesn’t mean you have to be stuck with something outdated or just plain drab.
The best way to update your room without blowing a ton of money is to look for large pieces that are affordable enough to switch up as your tastes change. For example, you could buy four wall tapestries for much cheaper than investing in a mural. And then you’re able to switch them out every few months, rather than staring at the same thing forever!
Remember that what you like now, you may not like next year. Of course, if it’s something you’ve always dreamed of, then it’s worth the investment.
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