Interior Decorating - 3 Ideas For Masculine Bedroom Designs

All right, gentlemen... You know your bedroom is inwell. As with the traditional room, leather is a great
need of decorating, and while you understand thatchoice for seating, but this time choose a soft,
comforters featuring wild animals and/or camouflagedistressed hide with plenty of wrinkles and marking.
are not an option, no man should be forced to sleep inKeep the fabrics in this room mainly solid, with texture
a room where "shabby" and "chic" have taken over,for interest, like cotton, denim, flannel, wool, and even
right? Take a deep breath, guys. You can have aknit. Your color scheme will reflect the earthy
grown-up bedroom without flowers or frills, and I've gotinspiration, with hues of blue, green, brown, khaki, and
you covered. Here are three types of very stylishbeige. For the windows, opt for wood blinds in a shade
room designs that definitively keep the masculine inthat coordinates with the furnishings. Select lamps in
mind.natural materials like wood or iron, and for artwork,
1. Traditionalstick with nature scenes (but no howling wolves
For this design, choose heavy furniture that has aplease). On the floor, a Navajo, braided, or geometric
sense of age to it, in fine dark woods like walnut andPersian rug will complete the look perfectly.
mahogany. While it may have carving and detail, avoid3. Metro
the curvy elements of French, Tuscan, or Queen AnneThe metro room design is clean, modern, and sleek.
design, in favor of straighter lines. Select a bed with aHere, you'll want low profile furniture with strong
high headboard for stature, but a low footboard, sincehorizontal lines, absolutely ZERO ornamentation, and a
most men don't care for the feeling of being confined.dark color, like espresso or black. Platform beds are a
For the bedding, use what's typically referred to asgreat choice for this design. The color scheme should
"menswear" fabrics: houndstooth, plaid, paisley, wool,be very sharp and graphic: black, gray, and white. For
and flannel. At the windows, go with a heavy drape,the bedding, keep it simple. All white is easy, and
like velvet or chenille. If there is seating in the room, aperfect for the style - think five-star hotel. Window
rich leather with nailhead trim is ideal. The colors shouldtreatments should be uncomplicated and minimal, like
be deep and subdued, like olive, burgundy, brown, darkdesigner screen shades or grommet-top drapery
gold, or navy - think of the colors that evoke thatpanels. For seating, leather is still the answer, but this
"library" feel. Keep the lighting warm and muted bytime in a slick black or white, with fine lines, square
using metal or deep colored lamp shades, which willarms, and straight legs. When it comes to lighting,
cast inviting pools of light. Artwork should be classic,here's your opportunity to add some shine. Go with
possibly including landscapes, portraits, or still lifes. Finishglossy materials like glass or porcelain, or bright metals
the space with a plush oriental rug.like nickel or chrome. Take a walk on the wild side with
2. Rusticbold abstract art pieces, and anchor the space with a
The rustic room will be comprised of woodsy, earthythick shag or flokati rug for the floor.
elements, and can be dressed UP like a luxury skiNot sure how to pull it all together on your own? At
lodge, or dressed DOWN like a cabin in the woods.OnlineHomeDecorating.com, you'll find finished room
(Relax ladies... moose head not included.) To begin,designs that have already incorporated everything you
select furnishings with a lot of natural characteristics,need to achieve the look you want. Just point, click,
like oak, pine, or hickory. The pieces should be heavy,download, and use the guide to purchase the exact
but simple. A bed with a slatted headboard would bepieces to bring it to life!
perfect, but a very plain wrought iron could work as