BEDROOMS

WAKE IT UP

Easy ways to upgrade your bedroom

BY ADRIENNE JORDAN

Many people would like their bedroom to be a sanctuary space, a place to relax, settle in and unwind after long days. It helps to feel like an oasis when the room reflects your personality and has key fixtures for comfort: a mood-setting paint color, thoughtfully placed plants and a cozy bed.

The bedroom is also a great space to take some design risks because it’s typically closed off from the rest of the house. These affordable interior design recommendations can make your bedroom luxurious and inviting:

PERFECT PAINT

First, decide on a paint color, then coordinate furnishings around that hue. “No matter your style, I recommend finding ways to infuse your personality into the bedroom, whether that is through a fun paint color, statement rug or unique piece of furniture,” says Caroline Harmon, trend strategy manager at Lowe’s Home Improvement. “Architectural details, like selecting a patterned wallpaper, (are) a great way to infuse a ton of style into your space without breaking the bank.”

GO GREEN

There is also something to be said about adding greenery to your bedroom, both for looks and for creating a fresh source of oxygen. “A leafy plant in a nice planter adds freshness and life to the space,” says Harmon. Casper, an innovative sleep and mattress company, recommends certain plants that help to purify the air. English ivy, golden pothos, spider plant and gardenia can help relieve anxiety and improve sleep, according to studies.

FIRM FOUNDATION

Replacing that old, creaky bed frame is another way to perk up the bedroom. Many companies are now shipping “beds in boxes,” so setup is something you can easily do by following included instructions. For example, Phoenix-based Brooklyn Bedding manufactures mattresses and frames with power adjustable bases that allow for ergonomic sleep. “Setting up an Ascension series adjustable base is fast and easy,” says Doug Hale, Brooklyn Bedding’s director of store operations. “We recommend you have plenty of space to work with and follow the instruction manual closely to ensure all wires are plugged in correctly and the base is properly supported during installation.”