Master Bedroom Design

A good master bedroom design will integrate the elements in a room to create a coherent, functional whole. Designing your master bedroom is much more complicated than adding some color coordinated decorative pillows; the furniture, color scheme, and lighting must all work together to enhance the space.

Popular Master Bedroom Design Elements

Current trends for master bedroom's indicate the desire of many homeowners to cater to both partners. Rather than creating one homogenized space, many interior designers recommended reappropriating common spaces and dividing them into two distinct spaces.

Bathrooms

Many couples would prefer separate bathrooms, but cost and space restrictions may make this impossible. However, adding twin sinks and personal storage space can make your bathroom more accommodating for two people. Modern bathroom designs often have these elements, so adding an extra sink and storage space is also a good idea to update an older bathroom.

Closets

While you may not be able to add square footage to your closet, careful organization of the available space will make the best use of the space you do have. Once again, dividing the space into two separate areas is often helpful. If there is too little space, consider storing out of season clothing in another location.

Bedside Tables

While matched bedroom furniture was once preferred by interior designers, currently an eclectic collection of mismatched furniture is preferred by many designers. This trend allows the homeowner to cater each piece to their lifestyle. It also gives the appearance that each piece of furniture has been carefully chosen. When mixing furniture, try choosing pieces that have some common elements. For wood furniture try choosing pieces that have a similar finish and amount of detail.

Interior Design Considerations for the Master Bedroom

No matter what the intentions you have for your master bedroom, there are a few common interior design considerations that must be addressed.

Lighting

Lighting is an important part of the design in any room. Adding a soft, warm light can help encourage relaxation, as well as mimic the sun during the darker winter months. In addition to overhead lights, task lighting is also important. Targeted lighting for reading, for example, can prevent you from disturbing your partner. Task lighting is also popular in closets and other traditionally inadequately lit spaces.

When thinking about lighting, the art of subtracting or altering light from a space should also not be overlooked. A bedroom that receives too much early sun in the morning may need heavy curtains, or even shutters to allow for lazy weekends. Even a sheer curtain can help soften and focus the natural light that is entering the room.

Color Scheme

Different color schemes are appropriate for the mood that you wish to inspire. A cool color scheme, for example, is often used to encourage a sense of tranquility. A warm color scheme, on the other hand, may be desirable if you want to feel more energized when enjoying your master bedroom. If you have one particular element in your master bedroom that you want to emphasize, consider a neutral color scheme that will complement it.

Style

The style of your master bedroom should not compete with the architectural elements and the style of other rooms within your home. It is difficult to create a country chic design in a contemporary house, and a modern bedroom design would be out of place in most Victorian houses. If you find that your preferred style does not match your home, try to strike a balance between the two styles by incorporating different elements of both styles within the room.

A Few Last Tips

Before planning a new master bedroom design, take some time to put together a look book of different bedrooms that inspire you. Try to identify the common elements within the images and try to incorporate these ideas into your own room. Also do not discount the idea of hiring a professional to help you design your master bedroom. Many talented interior designers will look at your master bedroom and offer advice for a small consultation fee.

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