Create a tranquil room that promotes better sleep and your well being

Combine elements of comfort and style for a bedroom that promotes quality sleep and well-being

For urbanites on the go, getting a good night’s rest is almost a luxury; but it doesn’t have to be that way. As we do spend a significant fraction of our lives in the bedroom, it’s worth investing in this space to create an atmosphere that promotes our well-being. The secret to a restful slumber is composed of various elements and lighting is one of the first that comes to mind. “Blackout curtains are a must,” advises Terri Tan, design director of Designworx Interior Consultant. “To ensure complete darkness, a portal-like frame can be designed around the windows to seal any gaps between the curtains and walls.” To set the right tone for rest and relaxation, consider the colour of your bedroom. Tan recommends pale shades such as lavender, which are easy on the eyes and have a calming effect.

Good habits to cultivate include minimising the use of mobile devices in the bedroom, as the blue light emitted has a negative effect on sleep quality. Having the lights dimmed down an hour before bedtime will help regulate the body into sleep mode. The designer recommends having a dimmer installed and to include table lamps in your bedroom; she also suggests designing the TV console with a sliding door to conceal it before bedtime. To help you along, we’ve compiled a list of calming elements that will turn your bedroom into a serene sanctuary.

AT YOUR SERVICE Add to the contemporary look of your interior with a sleek mix of loose furniture, which you can easily move around to suit your needs. Take for instance, the Habibi tray table from E15, which features a tray that can be removed from the base. Available in polished brass, copper and stainless steel powder-coated aluminium, the table will also develop a beautiful patina over time.

CREATE A CALMING MOOD IN YOUR BEDROOM WITH SOFT PASTELS AND NEUTRAL TONES

SOFT LANDING For a snug feel underfoot, don’t forget to include a rug in your bedroom. With its sleek stripes and neutral tones, the Railway rug from Woodnotes has an understated aesthetic; it’s also durable, fire-retardant, as well as dust and dirt-resistant, thanks to its compact wood fibres.

EASY DOES IT The Fantino armchair from Italian brand Lema has an inviting, sinuous form; it’s a great example of a timeless furniture piece that you’ll always find comfort in. The chair features an oaktinted, heat-treated ash base, and soft upholstery in a pleasing mellow shade.

ONE FOR ALL Get a flexible bed that can adapt to your needs. The head and foot areas of the Tempur Zero G adjustable bed base can be inclined to different angles for flexible comfort, whether you’re reading or watching a film; a massage function makes lazy weekends in bed an even more pleasurable experience.

GLOW ON With a height of about 30cm, the Flos Copycat table lamp is a blown-glass opal diffuser with a contrasting metallictone base; it’s the work of acclaimed lighting designer Michael Anastassiades. Integrated into its minimalist design is an LED light source and dimmer switch, which makes it handy for bedtime.

SLEEPING BEAUTY Technology and luxury meet to offer the comfort you deserve, after a long day at work. The Simmons Beautyrest Black Series mattresses incorporate innovative features, which include durable pocketed coils that eliminate motion transfer, memory foam that dissipates heat, and the brand’s E-ION Crystal technology that makes use of 14 mineral stones and negative ions to promote better sleep.