Category: Bedroom

A beautiful bedroom can help create a restful environment, especially if the room features sumptuous layered linens, light-limiting window treatments and soothing neutral colors.

10. In the Treetops

In an ODS Architecture-designed home in the hills of San Mateo, California, this bedroom has crisp modern lines, light neutral colors and soft textures. From the bed, the bench at its foot or the long built-in bench beneath the black-framed window, one can enjoy expansive views of the surrounding greenery. At bedtime, motorized blinds recessed in the soffit can be lowered for privacy and light control.

9. Contempo Cozy

Mister + Mrs Sharp softened this contemporary-style Atlanta bedroom with layered rugs, rounded furniture, thick wall-to-wall draperies hung on tracks and hotel-like bedding. Upholstery on the bed, bench and the legs of the side tables enhances the inviting feel. Matching smoky glass lamps echo the furniture’s curves and add a hint of 1970s style.

8. Linen and Light

The decor in this transitional-style bedroom may be neutral in tone, but it’s full of standout details, such as the flange on the upholstered bed and the tapestry pattern on the bolster pillow. In the Forest Hills, Tennessee, home by Megan Glenn Architecture, the room incorporates two layers of window dressings: inside-mount Roman shades and draperies hung on French return rods (which reduce light leakage at the window edges).

7. Take a Seat

Storie Collective took advantage of the large square footage of this Chevy Chase, Maryland, bedroom by adding a sitting area at the foot of the bed. Not only does it offer a place to read, relax and set down a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, but it also adds pattern and panache thanks to the settee’s checked upholstery and the coffee table’s marbled finish.

6. Gingham Style

This sweet girl’s bedroom in Orange County, California, by Alicia Torosian Design has a winning mix of geometric and floral patterns, muted pastel colors and medium-tone woods. Torosian, who uses Houzz Pro business software to manage her projects, brought the look together by matching the Roman shades and bolster pillow — a simultaneously nostalgic and on-trend touch.

5. Elemental Elegance

Uploaded by Home stagers Elite Austin, this stylish Texas bedroom boasts interesting architectural details, including a box-beam ceiling, a shallow paneled niche for the headboard, a fireplace and a walk-out bow window. The upholstered bed’s rounded and folded shape mirrors the curves in the stone fireplace surround, and layers of warm neutral colors and highly tactile textures enhance visual interest without competing with the room’s bones.

4. Floral Flourishes

The star of this Alexandria, Virginia, bedroom by Asha Maía Design is the deep green velvet bed, which gleams against a backdrop of floral grasscloth wallpaper. The small sunburst mirror above the headboard, the headboard’s nailhead trim, the brass lamps and the hardware on the dark wood nightstands add subtle touches of warmth and glamour.

3. Deck Delight

This crisp bedroom is in a spectacular waterfront house built by Maine contractors Wright-Ryan Homes. The walls and ceiling are wrapped in vertical wood paneling for a coastal feel that’s enhanced by the blue, white and sand-colored palette. Welcoming spots for afternoon naps include the upholstered bed, the snug sofa and a pair of sling-style chairs on the private deck.

2. Under the Darkness

The water view alone makes this bedroom in a Pequot Lakes, Minnesota, home special. Designed by Mårka Architecture and Houzz Pro software users Tays & Co, its dramatic black ceiling, wood-paneled walls and refined rustic style elevate the space even more. Additionally, the room is packed with clever, space-saving features, including a television that slides out from the wall next to the bump-out window, a closet that pulls out from the left and hidden drawers beneath the bench.

1. Natural Pairing

Kansas-based Jami Campbell Interiors designed this transitional-style bedroom with a rich, warm palette of navy, copper and beige, with touches of black and brass. The colors are highlighted in the geometric-patterned Moroccan-style rug and complement the reddish tones of the nightstands and slatted bench. White walls and an arched full-length mirror, which reflects sunlight streaming in through the large windows, balance the darker hues.

Have you ever been in a room that just feels right? Nine times out of 10, it’s because it has a simple design that functions well. But creating a simple design is harder than it looks — particularly in bedrooms.

Why? Because every bedroom absolutely has to have a bed in it. And beds are big and ungainly, and dictate the placement of every other object in the room. But if you’re lucky enough to be planning a bedroom from scratch or remodeling an existing bedroom, you can control the other elements and create a space that’s both practical and pretty.

The bedrooms shown here manage that feat with panache. Even if you don’t have a great view, access to the outdoors or plenty of space to work with, the principles they embody and the simplicity they show can inspire your own bedroom design project.

Because the bedroom is one of the simplest rooms in the house, it’s often overlooked. One of the first steps to a great bedroom design is having an efficient and well-designed floor plan that gives you everything you want — no matter how much space you start with.

Here are seven tips to help you get the most out of your bedroom.

1. Plan for Simple Circulation

Try to keep your circulation on one side of the room. Hotels do a great job of this. There’s a reason many hotels use the same floor plan: because it’s simple and it works.

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2. Focus on the View

A bedroom always feels nicer when the first thing you experience is a pleasant view out the window — as opposed to a view looking straight at the bed. If you’re designing a new bedroom or reworking an old one, try to come up with a layout that focuses on the vista — whether it’s something as stunning as a lake or as simple as your backyard.

A cozy, calming bedroom designed for relaxation is a goal many homeowners share, and these inspiring spaces offer plenty of ideas for achieving it. Thoughtful layering of color and texture, well-scaled furniture and soothing details help shape rooms that feel restful and inviting. Discover how designers are creating serene retreats in this countdown of the most-saved bedroom photos uploaded to Houzz so far this year.

10. Warm Earth Tones

In this New Orleans bedroom by Susan Currie Design, terra-cotta accents enrich a pale neutral palette and create a cozy, inviting space. Throw pillows and a matching blanket highlight the bed and window seat. Japanese-inspired motifs appear throughout, including painterly paddle fans on the Roman shade, turtle-shaped lamp bases symbolizing longevity, and artwork depicting cranes associated with peace. Dark wood furniture and antique brass accessories deepen the color scheme, and open shelving filled with books adds texture and a lived-in feel.

9. Coastal Layers

Gray-green painterly wallpaper defines this Charleston, South Carolina, coastal home by Michael Mitchell, replacing classic seaside motifs with a more atmospheric approach. The wave-like pattern forms a soothing backdrop for off-whites and pale grays. Layered textiles provide visual interest, including throw pillows, a shell-inspired lamp, a rattan bench and a soft gray carpet. Linen bedding, window treatments and upholstered seating with subtle woven details enhance the overall warmth of the space.

8. Textured Elegance

Rich neutrals and plush finishes define this Springfield, Missouri, primary suite by Obelisk Home, converted from a former garage. Brown tones — chocolate, caramel and creamy latte — introduce depth while keeping the palette cohesive. Velvet upholstery on the bed and tufted armchairs softens the room, set against grasscloth wallcoverings and a walnut floor. An antique brass canopy bed and coordinating chandelier introduce a metallic glow that complements the lofty ceiling.

7. Ocean-Toned Escape

A sea green tray ceiling creates a restorative setting in this Fremont, California, bedroom designed by Raashi Design, which uses Houzz Pro software. Blue-green hues define the space, layered with soft fabrics. A reading corner features an upholstered chaise lounge and task lighting. A dressing area with custom stationary drapery panels adds function. Venetian blinds control light and privacy, and darker blue accents on the bed and chaise delineate key areas within the color scheme.

6. Natural Comfort

A fireplace anchors this transitional Minneapolis bedroom by Eminent Interior Design, paired with a boucle wool bench and upholstered armchair. Pale gray stone, a wood-beamed ceiling and beige seagrass wallpaper introduce texture. A thick area rug softens the wide-plank flooring. A plush bed throw and pillows enhance coziness, completing the welcoming, lived-in feel.

5. Organic Inspiration

Nature-inspired colors set the tone in this Nebo, North Carolina, bedroom by CBB Design Firm, which uses Houzz Pro. Mirrors flanking the bed, inset into custom paneling painted Iron Ore by Sherwin-Williams, reflect the surrounding lake views and amplify daylight. Natural wood in the bed, nightstands, latticed ceiling beams and white oak flooring reinforces the earthy palette. Soft bedding, seating and an area rug invite lingering in the scenic, peaceful setting.

4. Sculptural Details

Deep Tricorn Black paint and fitted crown molding create a dramatic backdrop in this Winnetka, Illinois, primary bedroom by Lugbill Designs. Fluted wall panels behind the bed introduce dimension, echoed by ripplefold drapery, a stitched bench and a striped area rug. A tall, deep-blue headboard commands attention, balanced by opal bedside pendant lights that provide sculptural interest without competing with the centerpiece bed.

3. Light-Filled Serenity

Daylight and pale finishes define this Boston bedroom by Nina Kierulf Interior Design, creating a tranquil, nature-inspired space. Leafy artwork above the bed references the surrounding trees, while a floral area rug evokes a cottage garden. Natural wood frames the bed and artwork, complemented by wallpaper with a subtle wood grain pattern. Pale gold foliage motifs on the duvet and pillows establish the bed as the room’s inviting focal point.

2. Restful Retreat

Warm off-white and cappuccino tones define this Denver primary bedroom remodeled by Perspective Design Build. Rich wood beams, bed frame, nightstands, armchairs and flooring provide structure and visual cohesion. Decorative touches — including a chandelier, mirrored candle sconce and nailhead trim — introduce subtle interest without overwhelming the neutral palette. The original archway frames an intimate seating area, where a potted tree softens the transition to the leafy landscape outside.

1. Farmhouse Tranquillity

Clean lines and traditional details shape this Granite Bay, California, transitional bedroom by Design Shop Interiors. A tall, 72-inch natural-linen-upholstered bed complements the high ceiling. Tongue-and-groove wall paneling adds visual interest and nods to the rural setting. Vintage furnishings bring character and a sense of history. Layered earthy neutrals, floral prints and fabrics such as linen and velvet complete the welcoming, comfortable environment.