Ways to create coziness in your bedroom.

Convenient storage spaces

This is one of the most important points in arranging a bedroom. A well-thought-out storage system is a guarantee of order, because if things are in their places, the room looks neat and attractive. The most ergonomic option, in the absence of a dressing room, is built-in wardrobes up to the ceiling. They hold more clothes and create a coherent interior.

But free-standing cabinets can also look appropriate and compact if they are equipped with mirrored fronts or painted the same color as the walls.

Dark, bulky models deprive the bedroom of coziness if they are located right at the entrance to the room, are not hidden by a niche and do not blend in with other furniture.

Comfortable bed

A comfortable bed ensures healthy sleep, allows you to get enough sleep, rest and feel alert throughout the day. In case of spinal diseases, it is recommended to purchase a firm mattress; medium firmness is optimal for a healthy person, and soft beds are most suitable for teenagers aged 8–15.

Calm color scheme

Often, neutral light shades are chosen for bedroom decoration, which help to relax and prepare for sleep. Designers usually do not risk using bright, flashy colors – they quickly become boring, unconsciously cause irritation and invigorate instead of calming.

The general trend does not mean that a pastel palette is the only correct option. To create a more intimate atmosphere, the bedroom can be painted in deep tones (emerald, indigo, burgundy), but it is important to consider the amount of light coming through the windows. On the north side, a dark room will seem even gloomier.

If you like rich shades, decorate one wall behind the headboard with colored paints or wallpaper. Such an accent will liven up the interior and will not look intrusive.

Presence of natural light

If the sun rarely shines through the windows and the apartment is dark, the bedroom can look faded and even dull. White walls with a warm undertone will help add coziness to the room.

White surfaces reflect light, and the room will seem more spacious and serene. And to ensure that nothing blocks the light, move the furniture away from the window and hang roller blinds instead of fabric curtains.

Indoor flowers and plant motifs

Fresh greenery is a wonderful decoration for a bedroom. It refreshes the interior, bringing natural notes to it. Houseplants purify the air, reduce stress and add volume to the room. And how nice it is to sleep under the crowns of tall or climbing plants!

Psychologists say that it is the green color that has a beneficial effect on the human psyche. If you do not like houseplants or do not want to take care of them, choose unpretentious specimens or add images with plant ornaments as decoration – paintings, posters or wallpaper.

Local lighting

A ceiling chandelier, responsible for general lighting, is not able to create a cozy atmosphere in the bedroom.

In order to feel calmer at the end of the day, you will need warm, subdued light. These can be pendants on both sides of the headboard, wall sconces or a floor lamp, which is especially appropriate in a room where a reading corner is organized.

The easiest way to organize local lighting is to put a lamp with a lampshade or a swivel lamp with a directional beam on the bedside table.

Think about whether the light source is suitable for reading and whether it will be too bright for getting up at night. If necessary, give preference to a product with adjustable power – a dimmer.

A sense of spaciousness

Even in a small bedroom, you can get rid of the clutter effect if you choose the right furniture – compact, hanging or on thin legs. No money for an update? There are several ways to make the room less cramped:

• Declutter the room by getting rid of unnecessary things. Who knows, maybe other people who are willing to pay for them will need these items.
• Paint massive furniture (wardrobe, shelving) in a light shade. This will not only transform the interior, but will also help make it visually more spacious, as white, beige and blue tones reflect light.
• Add a large mirror. A well-known technique that successfully enlarges a room (if only visually). Doesn’t work if the bedroom is full of things, as it multiplies their quantity.

Thick curtains

Some people like open window openings, from which light freely flows into the room, while others prefer to spend evenings behind tightly curtained windows and sleep in complete darkness. Heavy fabrics for curtains in the bedroom muffle the light from street lamps or car headlights and protect from prying eyes, providing privacy.

To protect yourself from unpleasant external factors, you can buy curtains that do not let in sunlight (blackout). They are especially relevant in the summer season, and are also useful for those who have equipped a home theater in the bedroom.

To control the degree of lighting, replace traditional tulle with translucent Roman blinds. This way you can regulate the light, dimming it or blocking it completely.

Zoning

The issue of dividing a room into functional zones is especially acute if there is a bedroom and a living room in one room, and in studio apartments – also a kitchen.

There are many ways to provide zoning, the simplest of which is to separate the bedroom with a high closet or shelving unit. Unlike a capital partition, furniture leaves the opportunity to change the appearance of the room by rearranging it.

In addition, privacy can be created with a screen, opaque curtains or a canopy.

Natural wood details

In the world of design, this is one of the most common materials: wood gives the interior nobility and makes it environmentally friendly. Bedside tables, window frames, a bed or a chest of drawers can be made of wood – against the background of light wallpaper, decorative plaster or paint, they will stand out favorably and create a welcoming atmosphere.

With the help of wood, you can accentuate individual areas (for example, use clapboard or processed boards at the headboard), lay it on the floor or decorate the ceiling.

It is not necessary to spend the entire family budget on items made of noble wood species: many construction stores, as well as IKEA, sell furniture made of solid pine or birch for painting, and it is cheaper than processed analogues. Soviet-made products made of veneer, cleaned of varnish and covered with oil, look no less cozy.

Beautiful textiles

What could be more cozy than a soft carpet that gives a pleasant sensation to bare feet after getting up in the morning? It not only decorates the bedroom, but also increases overall comfort.

The bedspread that protects the bed linen complements the decor: to make the room seem warmer, we recommend choosing fabrics without a satin sheen – natural with an admixture of synthetics, with a large thread and a matte surface. On top of the bedspread, you should place pillows that match the color of the furniture or decor. And a blanket placed at the foot of the bed will complete the picture and warm you on cold evenings.

Decor

We do not recommend chasing so-called trendy accessories. Fashion goes away, but the interior is left with stamped decor.

Instead of elements that are popular today, we recommend using your favorite things that evoke pleasant associations. These can be printed photographs with landscapes from travels, handmade items, a couple of retro things that tell the story of the family.

We advise you to avoid “cold” details with shine in the bedroom: an abundance of gloss, glass and metal will add a certain airiness to the room, but can deprive it of the feeling of being homey.

There are timeless items that add coziness to any room: wicker baskets made of natural materials, a wooden chest, oil paintings.

In the next photo, in addition to the posters at the head of the bed and a variety of textures, there is one interesting detail: pillows on the windowsill. They are associated with relaxation, visually add warmth and create a romantic mood.

To make your bedroom cozy, surround yourself with your favorite color scheme, dim the lights, wrap yourself in warm textiles and enjoy your rest.