RESORT LIVING
Five Simple Steps to Turn Your Boring Bedroom into a Luxurious Getaway
Do you ever walk into a carefully curated hotel room and wish your bedroom boasted those same feels? The colors and textures that meld together in perfect harmony elate every one of your senses. I often hear from clients that they wish for their bedrooms to resemble something similar to a luxury hotel room. I, of course, am always eager to indulge their every fancy.
Keep your bedding light.
When have you visited a hotel with black sheets adorning the bed? Never? Keep your linen light in color. This way, you always feel crisp and clean before hitting the hay. Nothing compares to dozing off on fresh, unsullied sheets. Natural fibers will also make a difference here. Cotton, linen, and bamboo are uber-breathable and will thus make for a more comfortable sleep.
Use a secondary light source.
Overhead lighting is extremely functional. However, there is nothing quite like the subtle lighting of decorative lamps for an appreciable ambiance. Set the mood every night with an elegant, glowing floor or table lamp. This is especially impactful when paired with a luxurious shade. I favor a drum shape, but make it personal. Opt for a functional light next to your bedside and a lamp with more ambiance in a dim corner of your room.
Give yourself an accent wall.
Make your bed shine with a glorious backdrop. If you are so inclined, get creative and jazz up one wall. Vertical wood slats are excellent for bringing in a contemporary flare. Use wallpaper with a large floral motif for a more feminine touch. Employing an oversized headboard is great for ushering in some drama. The idea is to incorporate an element that’s impactful but not overstimulating.
Keep it simple and clean.
Luxury hotel rooms don’t have clutter. They keep accessories to a minimum. You often find a small stack of magazines and a simple, fresh floral arrangement, and sometimes a notepad with an elegant pen sit atop a writing surface. The same concept can be used in your home. Restrict the few items to things that are meaningful and useful to you. A set of coordinating picture frames, a vase with fresh flowers, and a beautiful sculptural object are acceptable accessories you can incorporate into your room.
Use a tray.
Trays are ideal for grounding arrangements and making them feel more substantial in a space. Use one to support the books you are currently reading, a scented candle, and possibly a small bud vase. If you have a sitting arrangement in your room, use a tray to carry the remote control(s) and a small candy dish. Trays also allow you to move objects around your room with ease.
Interiors Editor Erin Melkonian
