How To Decorate A Master Bedroom in Five Steps

How do you go about decorating a master bedroom?bedroom decor and serve as a backdrop to the
There are several key decisions that need to beaccent colors in the room.
made, and all are of equal importance in your bedroomThe accent colors when decorating a master
interior design and decor.bedroom should include at least one, preferably two
First, determine how your furniture is going to becolors that appear in other rooms of your home. That
placed in the master bedroom. Is a sitting area away you are being consistent in your color scheme
possibility in the space? What size bed do you have,from room to room. It is perfectly fine to introduce a
or plan to have, and will it fit comfortably into thenew color in the master bedroom makeover, as it
room? I have worked with clients who want togives the space personality and uniqueness.
increase the size of their bed, but it doesn't fit well inLighting is the next significant element in decorating a
their room. You want to have about two feet minimummaster bedroom. Generally you will have a
on either side of the bed for easy access.combination of lighting. Task lighting includes a light next
Determining the focal point of the room is key inthe the bed for reading; you'll have mood lighting, which
decorating a master bedroom as well as other rooms.could be a chandelier or ceiling fan with a dimmer
When you walk into the space where are your eyesswitch. You may also have a lamp or two in the room
drawn? It might be a beautiful view out a window orfor warm, moderate lighting. Try to stay away from
door wall, possibly the largest wall in the room, or itone overhead light with a bright, glaring globe. Definitely
could be a lovely fireplace. Whatever the case, placenot a mood setter!
the bed so that it is on the focal point wall or facing theThe specifics of accessories such as bed dressings,
focal point whenever possible.window treatments and artwork are very personal,
You might consider painting the focal point wall anaccording to your home's style and decor when
accent color, either a deeper shade of your selecteddecorating a master bedroom. For example, having an
wall color or another color in your palette. Justarray of pillows in varying shapes and sizes looks
remember as you select these shades that the overallinviting and romantic, and would look great in many
effect of decorating ideas for the master bedroom isdecor styles. However, if your style is contemporary to
soothing and calming.modern, it will look out of place.
Avoid overcrowding your master bedroom withOther master bedroom decor and makeover ideas
furniture and clutter. If you have inherited an antiqueinclude the use of small area rugs in the room, both for
bedroom set that can barely be squeezed into yourcomfort and decor style. Window treatments should
space, eliminate one of the pieces and use it in anotherallow light in during the day but provide for privacy at
room. Utilize the drawers in nightstands, dressers andnight. Soften the windows/doorwalls with fabric, such
the space in your closet keep thing out of sight. Scoutas a valance or side panels. Bed dressings are
around your house or do some shopping to find uniqueavailable in every size, pattern and price point, so the
pieces that can be used as storage.decision there will depend upon the decor style you
If your master bedroom suite is large enough toare creating. Not sure what your style is? Find out
accommodate a sitting area, select a chair (or a pairmore here!
of chairs) that are comfortable and upholstered, withThe most important concept for decorating a master
soft edges and corners.bedroom is to make certain that you have the things
The next bedroom decor idea for the masteryou love surrounding you. When you walk into that
bedroom is the color palette for the space. Most ofroom, you want to feel absolutely comfortable, safe
the time you will find that neutral type colors on theand secure, and that includes seeing the artwork and
walls work best, as they have a soothing presence.accessories that you love. No matter where you live
Note that 'white walls' were not mentioned. There areor how often you move, surrounding yourself with the
literally hundreds of shades of neutrals that will givethings your love in the privacy of the master bedroom
warmth, interest and cohesiveness to the masterwill help make the house your home.