Bedroom Layout and Design Help Needed

3 years ago

Hi everyone,

We moved into our first home recently and are uncertain on how to layout and decorate our main bedroom. It’s a bit of an unusual shape which makes it feel like we’re wasting floor space, and it’s currently white and beige and lacks a bit of character. The only furniture we currently have for it is a Euro King size bed in the middle of the room, and 2 small bedside tables on either side.

We’re unsure on where to place a wardrobe, a dressing table (this would be nice but is not essential) and generally how to make the most of the space, so would appreciate any recommendations!

I’ve attached some photos below of how the bedroom used to look previously, as well as one of it empty and a floor plan.

Since we find the space quite dull, we’re thinking of painting the back wall (behind the bed) a dark grey or inky blue. Do you think this would suit the space?

Thanks in advance for your help!

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E D
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
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I’m pretty sure some colour as you suggested will work well.

Hopefully you'll get further suggestions.
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Sonia
3 years ago
I think inky blue would look really good on the wall behind the bed. It makes a room very cosy. If you do that you will be guided as to what cushions/throw you have. You could embrace the blue and have cushions with dark blue in them and a navy throw. Or you could have blush pink for a subtle effect or mustard yellow for a bolder look. Grey also looks good with dark blue. Dressing tables always benefit from being in front of the window to give you good lighting, if there is space. You can buy slimline ones which don’t take up much space. I bought my white slimline one from the Houzz shop! Here’s just a few inspirational photos
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User
3 years ago
last modified: 3 years ago
Any potential to move the main door?
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Marian Latifa Designs
3 years ago
Hi Clara, this is an interesting one for you since the shape of your bedroom, door entry points and placement of radiator dictates the room layout. Even if there was room to flip the bed in the other direction and have it against the window wall, I don't think this would be wise. Firstly, you have the radiator to consider, which will block all that heat or make you very uncomfortable when in bed (!), and then you have the draft to consider when heat isn't on and you're right under a large window. I feel like you did a really great job with the existing layout and I understand that you want to change things up but feeling limited with options. To maximise space, I would suggest a built in corner wardrobe on the wall where the existing wardrobe was placed and wrap it around the returning wall. At the end of this wardrobe unit where it meets the foot of the bed, I would suggest softening that corner with some shelves to place a few books/ ornaments/ framed pics - makes it interesting and more personal. Depending on the gap between bed and end of wardrobe unit, you might be able to fit a mounted narrow desk to the wall which would double over as a contemporary vanity unit.

I feel that you have a lot of space where the radiator is placed and have the potential to hide the radiator and maximise this space with a sleek storage unit. Naturally, there are clever ways for the heat to still radiate the room. I've attached an inspiration pic for you. If that doesn't feel right for you then why not centre your vanity table so that it obstructs the sight of the radiator? I'm all about balance and symmetry, this could work quite well!

In terms of design scheme, the inspirational pics that the other responder sent you are fantastic. An indigo blue wall would make a bold design statement in the room (check out dulux denim drift blue paint for a softer hue), and pairing this with greys and stark mustard accents (cushions) will really funk up the space. Also consider a colourful contemporary abstract painting to hang against that gorgeous blue! Good luck Clara!
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Clara Wolsey
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3 years ago
Hi everyone,

Thank you for all of your fantastic suggestions.

Forzaitalia- I love all of the images you sent and you've definitely convinced me that blue is the way to go. I'll be ordering some paint samples and will be sure to look at Houzz's dressing tables too. Thank you!

Man About The House - Unfortunately we're unable to move the door, as our main family bathroom is located behind one wall, and our neighbour's patio is behind the other. Here's the full layout of the flat, which should give a clearer picture:

Marian Latifa Designs - Thank you for all your amazing ideas and inspiration. I'll definitely be looking into built in corner wardrobes, and love the idea of the shelves too. I'm going to think over both the vanity unit and storage unit ideas – I think both would work really well.

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