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Copyright (c) 2012 Super A-Mart A bedroom should be more than a place to just sleep. It should be a personal sanctuary, a relaxing room to retire to at the end of the day. Creating a relaxing bedroom doesn't have to cost a lot of money or require the services of experts. Anyone can design a haven they'll enjoy every day and evening. To create relaxing bedroom suites, begin with the overall colour. Soft, muted shades help to surround a person with a calming influence. Think: taupe, tan, eggshell white, beige, pale blue or even a very light yellow as the perfect colours for the walls. Neutral tones like these serve as an unobtrusive backdrop; if you want to add pops of colour with accessories, feel free to do so, but beginning with an all-over muted tone sets the stage for relaxation. A bed should always be made in the morning. This one act helps make a bedroom look so much neater and organized. Fluff pillows and add throw pillows in complementary colours if desired. Again, sheets, quilts and duvets should fit the owner's style philosophy, but choosing colours that don't clash can help create a relaxing environment. Add candle arrangements to the nightstand or dresser. Lighting these can minimize the use of lamps, thereby adding light that isn't too harsh or bright. Furniture should be arranged in a harmonious way. Free the bedroom from clutter and only select pieces that add to the functionality and beauty of the room. While everything doesn't have to match, it's a good idea to choose furniture items that work together, either in colour or in style. If the bed is modern, then other pieces should have a modern feel as well. When the furniture fits together in harmony, it adds to a unified look. You should have enough room to freely move around the bedroom, but if you have space for a "reading corner" that can house a comfortable chair, small table and lamp, you can create a quiet spot for various relaxing activities. A relaxing bedroom can shut out the outside world with its noise with the right curtains. Cream, beige and white are neutral options, but you can always add a valance with a complementary or contrasting colour if you want to add a bright tone to the room. Begin with major concepts like wall colour and then work your way into smaller details when creating a relaxing bedroom. Placing neutrals on big areas and then adding small pops of colour ensures that you can still add hues you love without overwhelming the entire room. Anyone can design a quiet haven that's welcoming and relaxing at the end of the day. An Interior Design Consultant/Stylist for Super A-Mart- Australia's leading Furniture Retailer, Sam writes about interior design and loves to help people transform their homes, rooms and spaces into their ideal living spaces. You can read more of Sam's writing at the Super A-Mart Blog.
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