Your master bedroom retreat should be the space in your home where you can wind down at the end of the day - a private space for rest and rejuvenation. This is a space where relaxation and comfort are key, and where your style can be displayed from the sheets on the bed to the window coverings and lighting.
Know your space
When sprucing up your master retreat, knowing the space and flow of the room is extremely important. I’ve found that many people have an idea of what they think they want, only to find out that it won’t fit in their room. To help avoid this situation, I’d advise answering these questions before starting on any master bedroom project:
- Are you in a home, a condo, or an apartment?
- What are the dimensions of the room?
- What size bed are you currently sleeping on and is that the size you would like to stay with?
The bed is a key element of any bedroom, and with so many mattress options, it is one of the best places to start. If you are sleeping on a standard queen mattress, you’ll want to be sure you consider a bed frame, a dresser and mirror for your master retreat suite. Those who sleep on a king mattress will need to look at the bed frame, dresser, mirror, a chest, and two nightstands to have a complete bedroom suite. Now, if you’re in a smaller apartment or condo, it may be more difficult to fit all these pieces in a master bedroom. Don’t worry though, you can still have a gorgeous bedroom if you consider smaller-gauge furniture. With a smaller room, it’s the accessories that can take your room from just a bedroom to a warm and inviting master suite.
The details matter
Choosing a color scheme for your master bedroom retreat is one of the most important details to consider. Many may think that bright or dark colors should be left out of the bedroom, but that doesn’t have to be the case. While your walls could be a neutral color, you can add pops of color to the room through items such as bed linens, pillows and lamps. I usually suggest considering taupes, grays or eggshell colors, with an accent wall for that added wow factor. Mocha is another color that has come a long way and is making more appearances in bedrooms than it has in the past. Adding chenille throws to the bed or a chaise lounge can help elevate the comfort and style level, as can a nice faux fur rug. Don’t forget to consider adding an electric fireplace to your room. These not only provide a nice touch of ambiance, but some types can also produce heat and help keep your room warm in the winter.
My final tip is this: if you are looking to change up the decor, start off small. Bring in a few new accent pieces and see how they change up the look of the room. Then, after you’ve decided you like how it looks, the bedroom makeover can begin. Creating the perfect master bedroom retreat doesn’t have to be a taxing task, and instead can be a fun way to enhance both your comfort and personal decorating style in the bedroom.
