Making Your Bedroom A Sanctuary
Bedrooms should be an oasis from life’s stressors. Family, children, work, and everyday activities can really take a toll on working Americans. Having a primary bedroom that is a haven from the financial, emotional, and physical stress of life is key to recharging your batteries on a daily basis.
What components make a sanctuary out of your cluttered and sometimes chaotic bedroom? Let’s explore ways you can make your bedroom a comfort zone to rest, relax, and put aside the challenges that life can often throw at you.
Start Decluttering
Design experts suggest your mission to create a sanctuary bedroom should start with decluttering the space.
If you’re hoping for a place that curates positive vibes and is a peaceful place to relax, start by removing extra clothing, furniture, work papers, and overall clutter. This will make the space feel and look more harmonious for the mood you are hoping to create.
Your bedroom should exclude any of the worries of your family or work life. So move your work files, laptop, and children’s toys out of the space so they do not remind you of those stressors. Instead, add calming images such as canvas pictures of your last vacation or nature scenes that evoke peace and tranquility.
Calming Color Palette
It’s no secret that paint color can impact the mood of a room so choose carefully when trying to create a soothing retreat from the stressors of the world. Calming blues and greens are often recommended by designers as they have a way of making a space softer and more relaxing.
Start by considering colors that you really enjoy. You may want to avoid colors that are too bright or bold as those tend to be activating colors rather than calming. You may also want to look toward warmer colors versus starker whites if you are hoping to choose a neutral color palette.
Focal Points
One thing that every sanctuary room has is a focal point that lends itself to relaxation such as a fireplace, soaker tub in the adjacent bathroom suite, or an oversized reading chair to cuddle up in.
Depending upon the size and style of your primary bedroom, a focal point like one of these could help make your space one where you can unwind from a busy day at work, with the kids, or running around doing errands. Not only can a focal point create a visually appealing aspect of your room, but it can be an extra area where you can escape from it all.
Vary Textures
Many designers encourage homeowners to explore more than one material texture in a room to add dimension and depth to a boring space. Textures such as bedding, floor coverings, wallpaper, and accent pieces can add a soft touch to a space that is meant to be enjoyed.
Layer your bed with soft pillows, and multiple throw blankets of varying textures, or use painting techniques to add texture to your walls and ceiling that will add interest and details that can bring your primary bedroom to the next level.
Natural Light
Depending upon the amount and size of the windows in your room, along with the direction of your sun exposure, use your natural light to make your space feel light and airy. Sheer curtains and light-diffusing shades can help make your space have that sense of bringing the outside into your bedroom.
Add Floor Coverings
There’s nothing worse than rolling out of bed and placing your feet on a cold, hard floor. Make your bedroom a true retreat by adding soft, luxurious carpeting in key places throughout your space. Start with a shag rug at the base of your bed so every morning you can start the day with softness and warmth on your toes.
Sordan Construction can help transform your bedroom from a ho-hum space to a sanctuary from the rest of the world. Talk to our team about your primary bedroom renovation and get ready to relax.
