Design Basics for a Gorgeous Bedroom
Sleeping comprises about one third of the average persons life, reports say. But consider everything else done in the bedroom; that’s a lot of time! Style and comfort, then, should be a top priority. The modern materials and design options of today — along with a bit of good marketing — guarantees the delivery of the style of your choice.
There’s the classical American Colonial look, the opposite of the current modern furniture style. Descended from the days when a four poster was a bed, not a set of large photos of rock bands on the walls, it is still a great choice. Headboards are elegantly carved from woods such as oak or maple and look spectacular. A cloth canopy with draperies is often added.
It is surprising that the post-Revolutionary style of ordinary merchants now is the style of the elegant and well-heeled bedroom of today. Whether a chest that can be used to store a thick down comforter or a bureau that matches your American Colonial style, this style reflects our historical heritage.
Early in the last century, Asian design gained in popularity and continues on today. For good reason: they incorporate ancient elegance with modern esthetic ideas of efficiency and minimalism. They also make possible a range of colors that few other choices can encompass. The Asian color palette has gorgeous hues such as beautiful reds, vibrant greens, and the colors of the sun and sky. Modern design even incorporates aspects of Asian design, as in the noguchi table.
An armoire of slick black lacquer, inlaid with mother of pearl is one possibility. But even a simple jade or ceramic bowl on the dresser used to hold jewelry and coins can add a touch of Asia to the bedroom. The result is both cool and hot, both sexy and stylish. This yin and yang effect of Asian bedding and furniture brings into an intimate area all the exotic and stylish attributes that culture is famous for. What could be more comfortable than a set of pillows in Mandarin red stuffed with goose down? Try spreading a stylish and functional area rugs with an Asian flair across the hardwood floor. That’s the Asian way.
Swedish and Scandinavian design gained popularity in the 1950s. That choice remains equally popular today. It’s not hard to see why. Swedish design features clean lines and gorgeous yet simple elegance.
It harkens back to an older style such as that of the Shakers, suggesting simplicity and peaceful living. In this tumultuous era of living, this style is appreciated and valued. Additionally, it reflects the simple lines and somewhat “futuristic” design of modern high tech. That integrates the bedroom style perfectly with other parts of the house while it provides a place of rest and quiet. What more could you ask for, to have the best of both design worlds?
Whatever style suits your taste, and it could even be an eclectic mixture of many, you’ll find modern bedding and bedroom furniture or accent designs available to match. Spending over a third of your life in the bedroom makes spending a little money to make it match you a great investment.
