Our new furniture collection makes it possible to get extra personal in your sleep space thanks to our customizable headboards, beds, benches, and accent chairs. Here, interior designers share insights on how to create the bedroom of your dreams, covering everything from how to pinpoint your aesthetic to how to thoughtfully mix and match patterns and textures and beyond.
Choose Your Ideal Vibe
When designing your bedroom, it’s important to think about your ideal vibe for a sleep space. For most people, an environment that is soothing and serene will be top of mind. When working on bedroom projects, Alexandra Aquadro, the founder of AGA Interior Design, will ask her clients to share a setting that makes them feel calm. “Whether it is a quiet hike through the woods or the stillness of a foggy seaside morning, I use that personal connection as the foundation for the room's palette,” she says. “From there, I layer in textures and patterns that echo that feeling of serenity.”
Another tactic is to think about the colors and patterns you gravitate toward on a regular basis. “Sometimes it helps to look at your wardrobe,” says Susie Prince, the founder of Susie Mae Design. “Starting there, you can use that inspiration from your favorite articles of clothing to draw inspiration for colors and patterns in the space.”
The main takeaway here is that a restful setting is essential. “Nothing should feel too loud or overwhelming,” Aquadro says. “It’s the subtle details that create a refined, tailored look.” She is partial to the Regina Headboard in a solid linen. “Its classic lines make it a perfect foundation piece,” she says, and envisions styling it alongside the Scarlett Bench in gingham with rich tobacco stained legs. As it pertains to pillows—which Aquadro says are “a must to bring in color, interest, and pattern,” consider weaving in the Margot Mist, Vivienne, and Louisa Sage fabrics, the designer says. “Each one offers a unique blend of color and charm,” she reflects.
Prioritize Elegant Touches
A bedroom should feel subdued, but that doesn’t mean it can’t appear sophisticated, too. The little details can go a long way in enhancing a sleep space, designers explain. “A contrast welt, a simple flange on a pillow, or the pleat style on a bedskirt can all create a quiet elegance,” Aquadro says. Think about how you can enhance your headboard—which Kristina Phillips, the founder of Kristina Phillips Interior Design, dubs “the star of the show” so that it appears extra special. “A fully upholstered piece, with a contrast pipe along with a coordinating pattern for the edge adds so much detail,” she says. Her top pick? The Regina Headboard upholstered in Lulie Parsley with a Sky Velvet Welt and pillows made from Annabelle Peacock Printed Linen paired with a lumbar or bolster made from Margot Fern.
Don't Forget About Texture
A bedroom, like any other room of the house, should not be devoid of texture. “When working with upholstered pieces, we often begin with fabric as the foundation for the room’s narrative,” says Andrea Schumacher, the founder of Andrea Schumacher Interiors,. “Choosing a solid or a print with personality is a great way to set the tone—then layering in textures like natural linens, plush velvets, or crisp cottons adds richness and depth.” The designer adds that she is especially drawn to the Regina bed and headboard. “It’s silhouette is both refined and playful,” she says. “Upholstered in a garden-inspired fabric with a cranberry welt on the headboard, it brings color and personality to a space in a way that feels fresh but timeless,” she adds in reference to the Lulie Parsley Printed Cotton.
Don’t forget about texture as it pertains to your walls, either. “It is important to create a warm and enveloping space,” says Phillips, who notes that she is partial to grasscloth wallcoverings in bedrooms. “The texture really helps set the tone.”
Play With Different Patterns and Colors
The more patterns, the merrier, too, so long as everything ties back to an overarching color palette, shares Becky Garrity, the founder of Becky Garrity Interiors. She also encourages incorporating a few applications of the same fabric type. “Pick a fabric you love and use it in a few different ways—on the curtains, headboard, and throw pillows,” the designer says.
Using color, even in a sleep space, is more than ok, adds Schumacher. “A deep navy bed frame with a bold, contrasting welt can be the anchor of the room, while a neutral piece with a matching self welt might feel more tonal and serene,” she says. “It’s all about curating contrast and harmony, side by side.”
Add Practical Pieces
You want your bedroom to be as livable as possible, not just aesthetically pleasing. Think about the furniture pieces that will enhance your time spent there. “If space allows, an end of bed bench is always nice to have,” Phillips says. A bench isn’t just a place to briefly sit and lace up your shoes, it can also double as a spot to lay out clothing for the morning or read for a more extended period when you don’t wish to crawl back into bed. The bench style you choose will ultimately tie back to the vibe you’re looking to create in your bedroom, whether you opt for the backless Scarlett Bench, which can double as an ottoman, the Blaire Bench, with a back ideal for reading or checking emails, or the Celeste Bench, great for spreading out and lounging.
Finish with Personal Details
Last but not least, no stylish bedroom is complete without some personal pieces. “Details are what truly make a space feel like home,” Thayer Orelli, the founder of Thayer Woods Home + Style says, and suggests displaying framed artwork, family heirlooms, and more. “These personal touches will give your bedroom a unique, individualized character, creating a space that truly reflects you and your home—a warm, happy place where you feel completely at ease.”
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