A bedroom really should feel like the best room in the house – it’s the one place you can properly switch off, but at the same time, it’s got to be practical otherwise you’re not going to want to spend time there.

The good news is there are ways to have a luxurious bedroom where you can rest, and a practical bedroom where you can live, and you can have those things at the same time. Keep reading to find out more. 

Start With Lighting That Works For You 

Lighting changes everything, so it’s an important part of getting your bedroom looking and feeling just right, especially if you want it to be luxurious as well as practical. You might assume that you’ve got to have dim lighting because it’s a bedroom and you need to be able to relax in there, but you’ve also got to do other things like getting dressed and putting on make up and so on, and dim lighting isn’t going to be great there. 

That’s why it’s best to layer the lighting so you’ve got all the options you might need. You can have a bright overhead light, for example (perhaps with a dimmer switch), bedside wall lights so you can read in bed and still have space on your bedside tables, and perhaps a corner lamp as well. Mix and match until you find the right combination for you. 

Invest In Bedding That Feels Good

Luxury can often come down to texture more than anything else, and things like lovely crisp sheets, a good duvet, and pillows that suit how you sleep (if you’re a side sleeper,

For example, make sure you get pillows specifically for side sleepers) are sure to make a difference and help you sleep better too. 

Choose breathable fabrics and don’t be afraid of layering by having a throw at the end of the bed or some extra cushions, or basically anything else that makes the space feel more inviting. 

Keep Storage Hidden And Simple 

A practical bedroom definitely needs good storage, but if you want it to be luxurious as well, then it’s best not to see clutter everywhere, so the two things work together perfectly. 

You can have things like bedside tables with drawers in them, built-in wardrobes, or baskets tucked away neatly, for example, and it’s all going to help the room look and feel good. And of course, the less visual mess there is, the more relaxing the room is. 

Choose A Calm Colour Palette

When you’re choosing the colour palette you want for your bedroom, it’s best to go for softer tones like neutral colours, muted greens, warm greys, or gentle blues, for example. These are the kinds of colours that will give you a relaxed atmosphere, so they’re the ones you should think about. 

You can still add personality through artwork or accessories, for example, but keeping the main colour palette calm helps the room feel peaceful and, as a bonus, timeless too.