Bedroom conundrum
My bedroom is very tired looking and dated as you can see!
I am looking to replace the bed, curtains and carpet In fact only the cupboards are staying but after looking at so many bedrooms pics I don't know where to start. I am looking for a bedroom that blends period features with modern elements.
For the windows I thought about blinds or shutters but not sure if blinds are suitable for a bay window or if shutters are no good with the radiator underneath.
In terms of colour at a loss want something calming and restful but not sure what is best given the tiles in the fireplace. Am I best picking up those colours in the accessories?
Then there is the bed and I really am at a loss. I am leaning more to a divan bed with a headboard
As for the floor it needs to be dog friendly.
Any help suggestions gratefully received
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PRO10 years agolast modified: 10 years ago- PRO10 years agoAlso make sure you utilize that wonderful dark olive colours in the fireplace tiles maybe try this neutral color scheme to create a calming ambiance
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PRO10 years ago- 10 years agoI think any earthy greenish colour would look great and green is very restful for a bedroom and would work with the fireplace: F&B Blue Gray, French Gray, or the light blue or Pigeon Elena mentioned.
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PRO10 years agoHi there
So here is my two cents...please take it with a pinch of salt
Not knowing the budget.
Remove the dado rail it draws the eye to it and from what i can tell you have nice ceiling height.
Introduce LED recessed spot lights in warm white not too many.
Its hard to tell if you have a cornice if not I would put another set of cupboards on top of the ones you have with an up stand and run a plaster cornice around the room and the wardrobes this would give you more storage accentuate the height and make the wardrobes feel fitted.
Take down the curtains and replace with shutters that black out.
Change radiator to a flat panel and paint it in with the wall colour.
Keep the chair in the corner but re upholster.
New carpet.
Over sized head board with a deep button could look great with a divan bed. See picture.
Colour scheme I like Paper and paint look at lead 1 for the walls, and skirting and wood work, for the ceiling a broken white 1/2 white 1/2 lead 1.
For the wardrobes lead 2 and reeded handles in nickel, classic looking change all window fitting to nickel and door handles.
Keep fire place looks great.
You need a mirror above the Fire place, some really nice bedside tables
A great bedside table wide if you can, perhaps painted to match the wardrobes.
As well I think a classic modern Glass Side Lights from Vaughan lighting or similar in budget with a dark shade.
and finally run the TV cabling to the end of the bed before you put in the new carpet and make a custom ottoman with a TV that pops up at the end, that should finish it off.
Feel free to get in touch if I can be of any further help.
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I too love the fireplace. That would be the main feature of the room IMO. Here are a couple of ideas from my own house.
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Living room · More InfoThe second pic shows real logs in the grate although the fire is not actually used. Eventually, I might add some red LV fairy lights under the logs to give a warm glow.
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PRO10 years agoHi Amanda,
wow your fireplace is beautiful! Have you considered featuring a mirror above it?
The mirror will help project the light and will also create a really nice focal point! If you're going for a period style with modern elements an oval mirror like this might look nice.
Or you could opt for a large white mirror and use it as a leaner style on the top of your fireplace like this for a modern look.
Good luck with your renovations!
Joelle Fry