How to make even a small master bedroom feel upscale
Settling into a plush hotel room with no other plans but to completely unwind sounds pretty nice, but what’s even better (as well as budget-friendly) is a staycation at home. No need to fly anywhere, put on makeup or even get dressed — all you need are your PJs and a good book.
Of course, it can be hard to achieve a truly blissful masterbedroom decor setup. Often, nightstand clutter, mismatched sheets and underwhelming furniture can get in the way of complete relaxation.
Think it’s time to give your bedroom the makeover it deserves? We’ve outlined a few master-bedroom ideas that will help your space feel more layered and comfortable — it might even make it feel larger. No, you don’t need a giant room or perfectly pressed linens to achieve pure bliss at home. Whether you’re in the market for a new bed frame or just looking to upgrade your wall colour, we have the solutions for you. Don’t spend another weekend stressing about the state of your bedroom — give it a welldeserved makeover.
Start with a large rug
Nothing makes a space look smaller than a rug too small for it. In the bedroom, it’s especially important to have a rug large enough to cover the area around the bed — not to mention that it’s more comfortable to step on when you wake up. If you can’t fit a large rug in your space, opt for two runners flanking the bed instead.
Go all white
Want to get that plush hotel look? Try going all white: walls, ceiling, floors, furniture, and, most importantly, bedding. Play with textures instead of colours by adding cashmere, sheepskin and linens.
Small-space tip: White walls can look dingy in a small room with very little natural light. If that’s the case for you, paint the walls and ceiling a soft muted colour and keep everything else white.
Add a statement chair
Fill an awkward corner with a statement chair. Not only does it look great on its own, but it comes in handy when you want to throw clothes or a bag over it at the end of a long day. After all, laziness happens to the best of us.
Small-space tip: If there is no space for a chair, try a smaller accent such as a stool or even a woven basket to handle extra clutter.
Make a chandelier statement
Fill the height of your space with a large statement chandelier, which will also enhance the mood lighting in your space. Just don’t forget to put it on a dimmer in case you want to set a romantic tone. If you have low ceilings, opt for a chandelier that branches out horizontally instead of vertically.
Small-space tip: To know exactly how big your chandelier should be for the space, add the dimensions of the room together in feet, and then convert the result to inches. For instance, a room that’s eight by 10 feet should have a chandelier with a diameter of 18 inches.
Try a canopy bed
One of the most frequent questions people have for their interior designers is how to fill a large, blank wall space. This problem is especially common in the bedroom, where you often have a large wall behind the bed. A canopy bed visually fills vertical space in your room so it looks more structured and layered.
Small-space tip: Yes, you can have a canopy bed in a small room. Just opt for one with a thin frame.
Go bold with wallpaper
Another way to fill large blank space, especially in a room with tall ceilings, is to use a patterned or textured wallpaper. It gives the space a moody feel and keeps the eye interested.
Small-space tip: Don’t be afraid to use dark colours in small spaces. Especially if you have little natural light, it can help the space feel cosier.
Supersize your sconces
In a large bedroom, don’t be afraid to supersize your bedside tables and sconces.
There’s nothing worse than leaving large blank spaces on each side of the nightstands.
Small-space tip: Sconces work wonders in small rooms because they free up nightstand space. Just make sure you opt for lights that have an appropriate scale for the room.
End with a bench
In large bedrooms, empty space can feel awkward. Try adding a small living area in your room if you can, or even just add a bench at the foot of your bed to fill the room. Not only will it make the space feel more layered, but it’s practical, too.
Small-space tip: Pay attention to traffic clearance in your space — which should be around two to three feet wide to walk around comfortably. Don’t try to cram too much furniture in, or your space will end up looking cluttered.