The master bedroom is meant to be a retreat.  But let’s face it.  Since our bedrooms are also meant to be private spaces, we often don’t give them the same attention that we give the public spaces in our homes.  So today, I wanted to share five simple ways to perk up your master bedroom, and give it the attention it deserves.

Add window treatments.  Because the windows in bedrooms usually have blinds for privacy, a lot of times, we don’t feel like we need to do anything more.  The simple addition of a set of draperies goes miles towards increasing the feeling of sophistication or opulence in a room.  And beyond that, fabric softens. So adding it to your windows will help create a cozier atmosphere.  And shouldn’t a bedroom always feel cozy?

Paint.  Bedrooms should reflect your personality.  And one very easy way to do that is to paint your walls.  Choose a color that you love and make it the backdrop for you room by covering the walls in it.  So your favorite color is bright orange?  Don’t let that stop you.  Bedrooms are personal spaces, so make the wall color a true reflection of who you are!

Get some new bedding.   Fresh, crisp bedding makes a bedroom (and the bed itself) a much more inviting place to be.  And since bedding is a relatively small investment, you can keep the look of your room fresh by switching it out with the seasons.

Add some seating.  This might seem obvious, but it is surprising just how many bedrooms actually lack a place to sit down (other than the bed.)  Place a bench at the end of the bed.  Bring in a comfy reading chair.  If you have the space, try adding a small settee.  Bringing in additional seating makes you feel like your room is a place to hang out, not just a place to sleep.

Add flowers.  Flowers are a perfect addition to the bedroom.  In fact, studies have shown that flowers can elevate the mood and increase overall feelings of well-being.  And a fresh bouquet of flowers is also a lovely thing to see when you open your eyes in the morning.

Incorporate these easy spruce-ups in your master bedroom and enjoy a space that is all your own.

~Wendy Hyde

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