Decorating A Minimalist Bedroom

Minimalism is far more than stark white home decor and owning a single pair of jeans. And it’s more than just an absolute way of living either. No matter what your personal style, lifestyle, and aesthetic are, you can incorporate parts of minimalism into the look and feel of your home decor.

It is important to note what minimalism means when it comes to decorating your home. The main point is to focus more on function rather than presentation. The phrase “less is more” is used as a determiner when decorating. However this doesn’t mean that your room can’t have its own personality. All it means is that the things in your bedroom are things you need and use on a daily basis or it brings you joy. Here are some simple ideas to consider when going for a minimalist bedroom look.

Start With The Bed

Do a search for king bedroom sets for sale, or whatever size you can manage your in the bedroom, and pick your bed first. It is the most important piece of furniture in your room since that is the piece that will serve the most purpose as well as take up the most space. Because of this, your bed should always come first when it comes to conceptualizing a design idea for your bedroom.

You could go for something simple like something white or low to the ground. You could also opt for getting mission beds, a bed frame, post or headboard in wood materials. It doesn’t really matter, as long as it nicely complements the atmosphere you are trying to set.

Picking Your Color Palette

Another important tip to keep in mind if you are going for the minimalist design is your color palettes. Going for other neutral colors can help stabilize your starker whites. Since you will be dealing with a lot of white, you do not want to choose a color that is too blindingly bright. Pick something that will calm down the starkness white can sometimes bring, even if that means just going for a complimentary cream or eggshell. There is a delicate balance in minimalism between something too cold and effortlessly cool. Picking the right color palette will set you up for one or the other.

Get Organized

One of the things that stands out from a minimalist space is the lack of clutter. Making sure that everything has a home is a great way to reduce the clutter in your room. Get rid of those knick-knacks that just collect dust on your dresser and nightstand. If you have a desk in your room, properly organize it, making sure to only keep things that belong on a desk. Only keep the things you use on a daily basis readily available - the rest can be stored away out of sight. Things like a glass of water, a light, a book or magazine and your phone should be the only things you keep by your bedside. Everything needs to find a different place.

Take Advantage Of Hidden Storage

Speaking of storing items away that you don’t need on a daily basis, hidden storage is a true miracle worker. Having tons of things with nowhere to place them is the ultimate killer of minimalism. Determine what needs to stay in your bedroom and what needs to go. Get creative with your storage needs. If you have large closets with big enough shelves, organize those shelves using cute storage boxes. You can place anything in those storage boxes like your shirts, work out clothes, underwear and socks just to name a few. This reduces the amount of clutter, rids the idea of getting a dresser and allows you to properly store your clothes while hiding them out of sight.

Layer Your Decorations

Minimalism does not mean boring. Give your furniture and design some personality by layering. Your bed can be used as a great source because you can use things like your bedframe, post or headboard as well as your bed linens to enhance your bedroom decor while still keeping your space clean and simple. Try a textured throw blanket on the bed underneath a quilt of a coordinating color. Or you could try using a throw pillow as tabletop decor to add a cozy texture without overdoing the bed linens.

Do Not Forget About Your Walls

Your walls play an important part of your bedroom design as they can make or break your decor. That’s why paying attention to your walls is crucial when you are going for the minimalist design style. If you are renting, your walls may already be white, but if not, painting them white is the first step. White is the basic color of minimalism, but remember the other colors are up for grabs as well. You can go for hand-drawn wallpaper or a geometric design. Maybe your bedroom is not bright enough to withstand the all-white look. In this case going for neutral colors like tan, brown and gray are also great options that give the same effect.

Another great way to maintain a minimalist feel is by maintaining a careful curation of your wall art. Looking beyond the imagery you choose, make sure the tones, shapes, and colors tie into the feeling of the entire room. Keep your art exclusive to a few special pieces to maintain the minimalist feel.

Keep Your Windows Bare Or Sheer

Leave windows bare or covered very lightly with sheer curtains. Bare windows may not be a good idea if you live somewhere that receives a lot of heat or if you live in a heavily populated area. We generally do not want someone to get a peek into your room while you get dressed or binge-watch Netflix and eat cheddar cheese puffs (yum). At the same time, bare windows are a great way to keep things bright and airy.

Another option is to put up sheer curtains. The curtains can be any color you want as long as they are sheer. The sheerness of the curtains provides an added layer of protection while also letting lots of natural light shine through. If you live in a more populated area but are still looking for a way to keep your bedroom open, hanging sheer curtains is the ideal option.

Play With Lighting

Lighting is a great way to add dimension, life and possibly color into your minimalist bedroom. If you have recessed lighting, you swap those out for hanging pendant or scone light fixtures. Another option is to incorporate mood lighting as it is a great way to add personality and atmosphere to a room without create clutter. You are also still able to focus on function as opposed to feature because you can never have too many lights.

Find Interesting Ways To Display Collections

Minimalism does not mean you have to say goodbye to your collections. All it means is that you must find a way to creatively display your collections without it causing too much clutter. Maybe you have a collection of comic books or magazines. Stack them neatly in a pile against the wall by your bed. Not only are you finding a way to display this collection, but you may also be creating a miniature nightstand that you can put everything but water at night.

You can also repurpose a vintage chair and turn that into a bedside table. You may only be able to fit things like a couple of books and your phone, but it is a great option. When you have a guest, all you have to do is take off those few items and now you have seating in your minimalist bedroom. Another option to consider is floating shelves. Use those floating shelves on your walls to display your collections without taking up too much space on the floor and in your storage.

Remember Color Is Ok

Having pops of color throughout your room is a great way to walk that fine line between your room being trendy and cold. Give it a vibrant pop of color using things like your bed linens, wall art or your bedroom furniture. You could also add a unique area rug to bring out some color. No matter what you decide to do, there are a few rules to keep in mind. If you are still going for the minimalist look, whites and neutrals are going to be the best way to keep your room cohesive, but adding the touch of color will break up all the whites, tans and browns. Make that pop of color the statement piece of the bedroom.

Play With Textures

Having too much uniformity can be detrimental in making your room feel homey and lived-in. Avoid this by playing with different textures. Have a smooth, velvet upholstered bed frame paired with a linen duvet cover. Throw on some embroidered decorative pillows as well as a quilted throw blanket. If you really want to go the extra mile with textures, add an area rug if you have hardwood floors. All of these things are great to play with when looking for the best texture combinations. Adding texture to your home decor will give your design depth and a certain uniqueness that will only be found in your bedroom.

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