Your bedroom should be a sanctuary, inviting, neutral (or bold and patterned if that’s your taste), comfortable, and clear from any messes, work-related or otherwise. Avoid bringing your phone or computer into bed at night or stacking loads of laundry on your bedside table. Your bedroom is primarily for sleeping, so leave the yoga mat, guitar, thought-provoking art, pet supplies, or distracting tech for other rooms. While these may seem like simple tips, seven interior designers have shared their top advice for crafting a bedroom you’ll not only love but be able to enjoy sweet slumber in.
01 of 07: Clothing Clutter and Gym Equipment From Le Jean Design, this soothing neutral bedroom hits the mark. Designer Jean Parker advises against piling surfaces or accent chairs with clothing. “A bedroom should be serene, tranquil, and a place where you can truly recharge and reset,” she says. “Your bedroom is not a gym, so refrain from storing any exercise equipment there.” 02 of 07: Office Equipment Designer Amity Worrel cautions against bringing printers, shredders, or other office equipment into bedrooms. She even warns against desks unless they are simple writing desks that don’t remind you of work. “When creating a space that is supposed to be relaxing and an escape from the demands of work, it is important to consider carefully what to keep and what to cut,” she says. 03 of 07: Utilitarian Blinds Lily Spindle co-founders and principal designers Rebecca Cox and Debra Vigna recommend tossing utilitarian floor-to-ceiling slat blinds. “Those dreary, utilitarian blinds have no place in the bedroom,” they say. Instead, opt for custom drapery to add warmth to the space. 04 of 07: Visual Clutter Designer Emma Montgomery prefers to remove visual clutter for a calming and relaxing bedroom. She focuses on the walls themselves, using beautiful terracotta colored plaster walls with a soothing texture, eliminating the need for art. Simple furnishings, a small piece of art, and monotone bedding continue the restful look. 05 of 07: Too Much Shelving California designer Abbie Naber is not a fan of excess open shelving in a bedroom. This can lead to unwanted clutter. “If you have open shelving, try and keep items to a minimal amount and in the decorative vein. Here, open shelving is used for display only, not everyday items.”Create a serene and inviting bedroom by selecting items that bring joy, such as decorative vessels for your shelves. Embrace a Japandi-style bedroom that sets the tone for a peaceful night’s sleep.
06 of 07 – Phones and TVs
Atlanta-based interior designer Laura W Jenkins emphasizes the importance of keeping bedrooms tech-free, mess-free, and calming. “With all the distractions in the world today, your bedroom should be a decompression zone and a tech-free zone,” she says. “While you may need to keep your phone bedside, if possible, remove your television, put your charging in another room, and clean up the tech mess. Allow your brain to unwind, add books, family photos, and items that bring you comfort rather than stress.”
07 of 07 – Computers
Gabriela Eisenhart from Silo Studios believes that the bedroom should feel like a getaway. “We believe in designing clean retreats when it comes to bedrooms,” she says. “It’s important when you walk into your room you feel like you can leave the stresses of the days at the door. Our hard nos for a bedroom include computers, clutter, and your Peloton!”
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