Published April 9, 2024 at 4:16 pm.
Expert advice for correctly arranging furniture in a bedroom – © IStock / alvarez
A room dedicated to rest, the bedroom and its decoration are often forgotten in favor of living areas. To solve this, an interior designer explains to us how to properly arrange this cocoon of tranquility.
Move furniture, change carpet, go for a new paint color, you might feel like you’ve tried it all. However, still can’t make your bedroom your favorite room at home? It is probably about decoration and furniture arrangement. Dounia, aka @le_secret_deco on Instagram, interior designer and Feng Shui expert, gives you the best tips to make your lounge your new favorite place at home.
How to arrange a room?
Whether it is a small bedroom or a more spacious room, the arrangement of furniture is an essential step in the arrangement of a room such as the bedroom. For good reason, in addition to affecting the aesthetic aspect of your decor, the location of your furniture also affects your mood, even the quality of your sleep. So that good energies can flow freely and transform your room into a haven of peace, be sure to consider the small details that can turn out to be decisive. Painting, for example, should not only reflect your tastes or your style. The chosen shade, in addition to guaranteeing a cocoon atmosphere, must also invite you to rest and relaxation. Bright red, for example, should be absolutely avoided for a bedroom. Known for emitting great energy and stimulation, this shade would be counterproductive in a bedroom where tranquility is sought. Instead, replace this color with a terracotta or vintage rust shade. The result: a warm and intimate atmosphere that leaves room for real moments of calm.
How to arrange the carpet in a bedroom?
The color of the walls is not the only thing that should be considered for a decoration that is good for you. To make your bedroom cut off from the world, a few simple rules should help you. The location of the carpet and the choice of dimensions, for example, affect both the final appearance of the room and your personal comfort. For a small room, choose bedding rugs. Be careful, however, not to fix your eyes on models that are too small, which could give the visual effect of a smaller room. Make sure that each of the rugs placed on either side of the bed has a width equivalent to the bedside tables. For the length, again, refer to the furniture. Your mat should neither extend beyond the bed nor be too small.
For a larger area, you can choose to install a single carpet. The decor expert recommends installing a model large enough to span the width of the bed and nightstands combined. Also no more carpets placed at the foot of the bed that only stick out a few centimeters. Prefer a large mat, placed halfway up the mattress and that extends beyond the box both lengthwise and widthwise. Result? The volumes of the room are highlighted and the result is chic and elegant.
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How to arrange the mirror in the bedroom?
Another key element in your well-being: the location of the mirror. In general, this item is often placed next to the bed. However, this is a big mistake that can cost you your nights. According to the principles of Feng Shui, furniture has a real role in our sleep. So if you want to sleep better, forget about the mirror placed in front of the bed, which reflects the negative energies that your body tries to evacuate during the night. Also, forget about the mirror placed on one or the other side of the bed to avoid a certain feeling of anxiety. Finally, the last place to remove: in front of the door or windows. Choosing to install your mirror in this location would push good energies outward. So which place should you choose? The interior designer recommends placing the mirror next to or behind the bedside table. This facility guarantees you a restful sleep in addition to being ultra trendy.
Where should the bed be placed in relation to the door?
Here again, you can rely on Feng Shui to make the right choice. Forget the option of putting your bed against the door. The same applies to the window. These two openings have the reputation of disturbing your sleep as well as your comfort. Instead it is recommended to position the bed against a solid wall. Also make sure the door is placed more at the foot of the bed than at the head. A door too close to your resting place could both disturb your privacy but also absorb the restorative energies produced during your nights. Finally, one last tip: don’t glue your box to one of the walls of your room. This would make your room cramped and significantly impede circulation.
How far is the bed from the wall?
From a purely practical point of view, it is recommended to leave enough space between the bed and the bedroom to promote circulation in the room. Choose a distance of 60 to 90 centimeters. In this way, you will be able to easily go around the bed but also have enough space to install bedside tables on both sides of the bed. From a decorative point of view, this distance can also play an important role. In addition to visually expanding the space, this will give the impression that the decoration is more elaborate. More refined.
On the other hand, a smaller space can create a more intimate and cocooning atmosphere. However, be sure to respect a distance of at least 60 centimeters between the bed and the wall, otherwise the space will be cramped. According to the architect, the best thing to do is to place your box in the center of the wall. Leaving equivalent space on one side and the other of the bed. You thus create a sense of balance, both energetic and visual.
How to put a wardrobe in a bedroom?
Once the location of the bed, rug and mirror has been studied, all you have to do is determine where to install your wardrobe. To place your storage optimally, it is essential to find a practical place with a decorative side. The goal is to optimize space so as not to lose surface area, guaranteeing easy access to your clothes. Ideally, place the wardrobe close to the wall opposite the bed to balance the bedroom.
But maybe you don’t want to see your dressing room from your bed? In this case, choose a tailored arrangement that combines closed doors to store your clothes with some decorative niches. You can use shelves to arrange books and trinkets instead of looking at simple cupboard doors. As for the finishes, here too the appearance of your wardrobe contributes to your well-being. Choose solid wood doors for a relaxed atmosphere or more decorative doors to forget about your storage.