Consider your bed frame
Generally, the two bed frame styles that do well in the majority of bedrooms are plinth based and floating platform bed frames.
Your bedroom, your style
Bedroom design ideas, inspiration & styles
Create a bedroom that reflects your lifestyle, feels calm, and works beautifully. From minimalist layouts to storage solutions, find inspiration and expert tips to make it yours.
It can be tempting to design a bedroom in a way that simply mimics an interior design style. However, crafting a bedroom’s design around the room’s intended use and the mood you want it to evoke will yield a much more satisfying result.
Not only will this simple method help you create a stunning bedroom that you adore, but it will also ensure that the room is practical and functional – plus, it won’t go out of style once a new trend comes along.
How to
Plan and decorate your bedroom
The best bedroom design begins with purpose. Think about how you use the space, then layer in your personal style. Love a certain trend? Use it – but build it around how you rest and recharge.
Add a cosy touch
Rugs add colour, texture, and a cosy feel to any bedroom, helping define the space and add warmth – especially when styled to suit the room’s shape.
Embrace storage
Beyond beds with storage, consider drawers, wardrobes, shelving, baskets or ottomans for a stylish, space-saving solution.
Start with the essentials
A bed, lighting, and a night stand. From there, layer in elements that reflect how you want the space to feel – whether that’s calm, spacious, or a place to unwind.
For example, want your room to be a place to unwind? A meditation corner complete with a comfortable floor cushion, aromatherapy, and a few live plants may be just the ticket to tranquility.
Want the room to feel spacious? Stick with the basics and slowly build from there. Limiting furnishings is the top tip to make any room feel larger. Plus, ensuring it gets lots of natural light and all corners get adequately illuminated will also go a long way in creating more visual space.
Find your ideal layout
Your bed and room size will guide the layout. Smaller rooms suit a centred bed on the back wall; larger ones benefit from subtle zoning – like a reading chair or small desk to divide the space.
What’s the right bed size for your room?
If you dream about a bigger bed, you aren’t alone. Generally, you need around 22 inches of walking space on both sides and the foot of the bed. Anything less can make the room feel cramped.
Large beds can also work in small bedrooms, but this takes a bit more planning and creativity. For example, you may need a platform bed with storage in place of your dresser and to swap out your night stands for a couple of small floating shelves and mounted wall lamps.
To headboard or not?
A headboard can instantly elevate your space – whether you go for a soft, upholstered style or a minimal wooden design – both available with Element. Prefer a clean, open look? You can also choose a bed without a headboard, ideal for saving space or keeping things pared-back.
Embrace storage
Smart storage is essential, especially in small bedrooms. Beds with storage, ottomans, or sofa beds help keep things tidy – making your space feel bigger and more serene.
Be inspired
Shop the look
Soft tones, layered textures, and clean lines come together to create a calm, contemporary bedroom – the essence of Danish design.
How to:
Decorate a small bedroom
Decorating any bedroom is quite the undertaking, but small bedrooms come with an extra layer of challenges. However, this doesn’t mean you have to compromise on style or comfort.
Colours for small spaces
Choose colours based on available natural light, not room size. Bright spaces suit darker, cosier tones, while low-light rooms benefit from pale shades.
Keep it simple
Choose the perfect fit for your space. With over 10 sizes – from single to super king – it’s easy to find the comfort you need for any room.
Go vertical
The right solutions offer storage and function without taking up floor space. Slim, tall pieces help you make the most of every inch.
Get advice from our Interior Designers
Need help designing your bedroom? Our in-store Interior Designers can co-create a space that reflects your style, enhances your lifestyle, and feels just right.