Bedroom Decoration Ideas

Closet Case

Polished French oak cabinetry sets a well-tailored tone in this man's closet. The shelves and drawers feel like furniture and the cozy accessories further the homey feeling. With so many storage spots, there is a place for everything and everything is in its place.

Control Clutter Closet

Even a small closet is packed with storage opportunities. In this single-door closet, a simple shelving unit provides lots of adjustable space for clothing, while also accommodating boxes and baskets filled with linens. An easy-to-install bar allows work clothes to hang and the back of the door becomes a hanging shoe rack.

Cottage Chic Bedroom

White furniture and woodwork refreshes and brightens this small bedroom. A collection of vintage linens, including tapestries and lace, covers the antique iron bed. Accessories with varying textures and patterns add interest to the new-country design.

Counterbalanced Bedroom

A rustic wood ceiling balances the casual formality of the furnishings sitting below it. Though the color palette could signal a contemporary room, the furnishings and built-ins are decidedly traditional.

Country Bedroom Daybed

A daybed easily bridges the gap between frequent daytime and occasional nighttime use. Pillows or bolsters can make seating more comfortable on top while a trundle bed underneath doubles the capacity for guest accommodations.

Dynamic Duo Closet

Sharing a closet with your partner requires skillful planning. Stackable, self-assembled storage units with adjustable cubbies and shelves provide structured places to store folded cloths and shoes. Canvas totes store exercise gear away from other clothes, while a high shelf provides a spot to stash out-of-season attire.

English Escape Bedroom

Bamboo, a material reminiscent of the late 18th-century British Colonial Era, is used on several furniture pieces. A patterned area rug repeats the black and floral themes while the room's fabrics harmonize within the color palette.

For the Girls Closet

The "hers" side of this walk-in closet is marked by chic design that's also functional. Off-the-shelf cabinetry in a warm wood tone provides plenty of storage drawers and shelves. A large mirror, cut at a glass shop, transforms the back part of the closet into a dressing room.

Decorating Bedroom

A Calming Influence Bedroom

A large-scale bed anchors this room and sets an elegant tone. The upholstered and tufted headboard and sideboards have a masculine feel, but the luxurious silk bedding adds a feminine touch. Next to the bed, backlit frosted-glass panels allow a soft, warm glow to filter into the bedroom while hiding the contents of the bookcase behind.

A Room with a View

Pale walls and cozy neutral inhabit this bedroom where a mountain view is the star of the show. The room's contemporary fireplace is handily offset by traditional furnishings designed with an eye for comfort.

Age-Old Beauty

In keeping with this home's cottage theme, lavender and soft white hues set the mood in the master bedroom, where a serene palette won't detract from the picture-perfect views. Soft floral fabrics and curvaceous furnishings lend a feminine feel to the room while rich black finishes add an air of sophistication.

Backstage Pass

This rock 'n' roll theme is something child and parent can appreciate thanks to a color scheme that's limited to neutrals and contrasting black or navy and understated furnishings. Music posters play an important role but they are contained within parent-approved frames.

Beach Chic

Drawing from the shapes, simplicity, and colors of the beach and ocean, this naturally inspired bedroom features organic elements and a cool blue color palette. To set the mood, accessories are mostly nautical elements, including shells, coral, and beach glass. Loads of white help keep the look calm and welcoming.

Beach Cottage Casual

This breezy bedroom is designed to take comfort seriously. The furniture and accessories are delightfully relaxed and inviting, from the floral pillow covers and chenille duvet cover to the prewashed bedding.

Beach Living

Inspired by the sands of Bermuda and Bora Bora, a creative homeowner gives his landlocked home the illusion of sand, sun, and surf. In the bedroom, a sense of serenity prevails thanks to the minimal use of color and a focus on sumptuous textures.

Bedded Bliss

This style-conscious master suite displays a sense of fun. The leopard-pattern wool carpet sets the playful mood, letting the upholstered headboard, subtle decorative-paint finish, and neutral draperies imbue the room with a sense of luxury. The result is a room that is both warmly familiar and forever fresh.

Breezy Retreat

Pale blue walls form the backdrop to this easy breezy retreat. Instead of a headboard, the bed is centered under the bright window and framed by gauzy panels mounted to the sloped ceiling. Serene white linens lend the feeling of a boutique hotel.

Bye-Bye Bland

Neutrals don't have to be blah. Layering loads of texture into this bedroom's decor creates tactile and visual interest. Color is kept alive in small doses with pillows, art, and flowers.

Modern Living Rooms

A Modern Classic

In this living room, every item has a unique shape, from the twisted legs on the chairs to the statuesque floor lamps flanking one sofa. Symmetry grounds the multitude of shapes and gives the room balance.

Continental Living Room

Blending stately architectural features with eclectic furnishing isn't always easy. The keys here were texture, clean lines, and proportion. Objects on the mantel wall are placed from low to high and back down, keeping the eye moving within the room.

Country Chic Living

Burnished finishes and muted colors give this brand-new living room a beautifully aged look. Overstuffed sofas and a roomy leather chair provide comfy seating while a stone fireplace adds warmth. Displays of family photos and collectibles are a personal finishing touch.

Exotic Beauty Living

Full of shape, texture, and pattern, this living room has a rich, ethnic quality. The warm palette includes taupe and white on the painted walls and architectural trim, with upholstery in shades of brown and khaki. Layers of texture include bamboo blinds, a leather ottoman, and a large area rug.

Family Room

In a home with young kids and a pet, easy-to-wash slipcovers in durable fabrics are a smart choice. In this bright and airy living room, slipcovers crafted from vintage and patterned fabrics give the furnishings and pillows a tailored look but allow for easy care.

Farmhouse Charm

This new cottage gets its country spirit from a muted color palette and a comfortable combination of antiques and new pieces distressed to look used and worn over time. Dressed in yellow gingham, twin armchairs anchor one end of this living room. The sunny color is paired with red and black hues, a toile pattern, and a Turkish rug.

Fired Up

To spice up this bungalow's living area, the walls were painted a robust red, which ties into the fireplace's colorful tile surround. Clever architectural details, such as a beefy wood mantel and built-in bookcases on either side of the fireplace, add interest and serve to honor the Craftsman design of the house.

Going for Bold Living

Bold decorative treatments dovetail for a high-impact effect in this vibrant living room. A palette of bright yellow and red really pops and makes the traditional-style pieces appear clean and contemporary. Large-scale prints and black-and-white accessories add drama.

Hollywood Glamour

Traditional yet cozy, this living room pays homage to the golden age of Hollywood, when tastes ran to contemporary, boxy shapes. Clad in neutral textures, the furniture performs a supporting role to a collection of patriotic portraits and etchings.

In Good Taste

The living room's use of materials including steel, wood, concrete, and slate, adds textural contrast. This is an important design element when creating living spaces that appeal to the senses.