Are you looking for bedroom design ideas? We have got you covered. It is all about striking the right balance between aesthetics and utility when it comes to bedroom decor. A bedroom should be a retreat from the outside world, as well as a therapeutic environment that prepares you to face the daily grind again.

Bedroom furniture is much more than just a bed; but your bed is vital, so select wisely and coordinate the rest of your bedroom set with your bed frame. But before you go out and buy your dream bedroom set, there are a few things you should think about!

Our helpful guide to selecting the ideal bedroom furniture for you should be of assistance. Below, we will talk you through the things you need to consider when you start to think about buying bedroom furniture.

Decide Which Items of Furniture You Need

It may be difficult to know where to begin when creating a bedroom, and you should always consider all of the components that will eventually create harmony in your area.

The bed is, of course, the focal point of the room, with bedside tables or perhaps a mango wood bedside cabinet flanking it. Unless you have the space for a separate dressing room, you will also need a wardrobe and drawer storage in the bedroom. If you want to watch television in your bedroom, a television stand, a dressing table, and maybe a sofa or armchair should be on your list of must-haves.

Make a list of items of furniture that you need and a second list of items of furniture you do not absolutely need but would still like to have.

Size Matters

The size of your space is one of the first things to consider while shopping for beautiful new furniture. Heavy, substantial objects may quickly make a room feel cramped, so avoid them if you are short on space. You should also think about the angles of your space, especially if you live in an ancient house with many nooks and crannies!

When it comes to beds, size really matters, so consider kingsize as well as double. You should ideally be aiming for a bed that is 10 to 15cm longer than the tallest occupant's height and wide enough for both of you to lay with your arms behind your head and elbows out without touching.

Once you have picked a suitably sized bed, the remaining space in your room is free to use as you see fit. Consider how much room you have left, and use that as a guide to help you judge whether you need to cut down on other furnishings, focus on lighter designs, or otherwise change your plans a little.

Light Vs Dark

When selecting furniture, consider how much natural light a space receives. Anything that is overly dark and heavy will make the space feel small and depressing. Light-colored furniture or pieces made of light wood, such as ash, will help raise the tone of the room and provide a sense of greater space. If your bed is next to a window, avoid using a huge headboard that will obstruct the light. 

Choose a light color scheme to give the sense of greater space. However, if your room is north-facing and a touch chilly, you may want to explore warm paint colors or even darker, more moody tones.

Bedside Tables and Storage

If there is enough space on either side of the bed for a bedside table, it is definitely worth adding them to your bedroom design. In a very compact bedroom, a wall-hung alternative would free up more floor space, but the storage you require and the aesthetic you are looking for should guide your decision.

If all that is needed is a spot for a book, a gadget, and a drink or cup, a basic stool, a tabletop with legs, or a tray table may keep the area looking minimalist and modern. A more conventional take on the same item is a side table, with or without a drawer.

Extra storage in your bedroom furniture might be discovered in unexpected areas! If you truly need storage space in your bedroom, consider platform beds, which contain under-bed drawers, and ottoman beds, which have a gas lift to expose storage beneath the mattress. 

The top of your closet also provides a discreet location to store extra stuff, so make sure any new furniture you choose has extra storage somewhere if you really need it. If room and budget allow, you might also invest in other furnishings like end-of-bed trunks and sideboards.

Space For Clothes

For garment storage, consider both hanging space and drawers or shelving. Before you buy, determine how much of each sort of space you want and consider the length of the things you intend to hang. Shirts, for example, do not require the same depth as dresses and jackets, and some designs might waste important space by providing far deeper hanging space than you want.

Wardrobes can be either freestanding or built-in. Of course, freestanding designs may be transported with you when you move and serve as exquisite pieces of furniture in their own right while also offering storage space. Fitted designs offer the benefit of being precisely sized to fit the space available. They can also be built to accommodate potentially uncomfortable elements such as roof slopes.

Even if a closet includes shelf space, chests of drawers can provide helpful additional storage. Tallboy designs are useful when floor space is restricted since they take advantage of vertical space without taking up too much width-wise. In a tiny bedroom, a chest of drawers may also serve as a bedside table, with a spot for a light and phone on top and clothes storage below.

Consider the drawer arrangement that best matches the items you intend to keep. Many designs contain two or three small drawers on the top or top two levels rather than one large one, which is helpful for storing smaller things or sorting underwear.

Other Optional Furniture

This is when your list of furniture you want but do not need comes in handy. Do not overlook the accessories that may make a bedroom more appealing and help to reduce clutter.

If you watch television in your bedroom and it isn't mounted on the wall or on top of a chest of drawers, you should consider adding a TV storage unit. Designs with doors that close on the screen might help to keep it from dominating the decor. Otherwise, choose a unit whose finish complements the rest of your bedroom furniture for a more cohesive design.