Lydia Thammavong
Head Designer, Styles and Trends
With a passion for design and art in all its forms, Lydia travels the continents to stay on top of all the latest trends. She draws inspiration from them and adapts them to update every living space.
TRENDS
Our Designer’s Tips for Bedroom Decor
Our head designer answers all of our questions on the 2022 interior design and bedroom decor trends, from colour palettes and ambiance, to style and functionality.
What are the hottest trends in home decor right now?
The boho and Japandi trends are still very popular.
Boho
Even though it has been popular for a few years, the boho look is still very trendy. Its key features are neutral colours and textures galore. We can create a cozy nest by going for a monochromatic ambiance with natural material accents such as cotton, wool, and wood.
Japandi
Japandi is another style that we’re seeing more and more. Influenced by both Japanese and Scandinavian looks, this trend is highly minimalist and linear. It features natural fibres, while adding the warmth and function of Scandinavian design.
Which colour palettes are best for a bedroom?
Which colour palettes are best for a bedroom?
Three trends come to mind:
- Vintage colours from the 80s and 90s are making a comeback to home decor.
- Not only do pastel colours add softness to the bedroom, but they also help bring delicate colour accents to minimalist decors: bedding, cushions, carpets, vases, candles, and more. I love the Danish pastel bedroom trend.
- Beige-pink shades are especially popular with boho decors.
- Also hot right now are lavender blue and green. Green has been popular for a few years, especially with the biophilia trend, whose goal is essentially to bring nature into the home. How? By adding plants, shades of green, and botanical patterns!
When it comes to matching, simply choose complementary colours to breathe life into a room. If you feel daring, you can also create a gradient using these colours.
Can you talk about how colours can affect our emotions?
A bedroom is a very personal space. So, we choose colours and designs that not only match our personalities, but also the emotions we want to feel in the room.
Colours affect our mood and emotions.
Take a look at the table below to discover the emotional power of colour and make the perfect choice for your bedroom. Each colour has positive attributes, but it can also have downsides if overused!
Colour | Positive emotions | Negative emotions |
Red | Passion, confidence, strength, warmth | Pressure, aggression |
Yellow | Vitality, spontaneity, the sun | Fear, frustration |
Blue | Relaxation, calm, serenity, intelligence | Coldness |
Green | Nature, hope, positivity, balance | Boredom, monotony |
Purple | Nostalgia, luxury, authenticity | Introversion, inferiority |
Pink | Creativity, energy, femininity | Tiredness, inhibition |
Grey | Neutrality, elegance | Lack of energy |
Black | Sophistication, security | Heaviness, coldness |
White | Purity, simplicity, sophistication | Coldness, sterility |
Brown | Nature, warmth | Heaviness, seriousness |
Colour | Positive emotions | Negative emotions |
Red | Passion, confidence, strength, warmth | Pressure, aggression |
Yellow | Vitality, spontaneity, the sun | Fear, frustration |
Blue | Relaxation, calm, serenity, intelligence | Coldness |
Green | Nature, hope, positivity, balance | Boredom, monotony |
Purple | Nostalgia, luxury, authenticity | Introversion, inferiority |
Pink | Creativity, energy, femininity | Tiredness, inhibition |
Grey | Neutrality, elegance | Lack of energy |
Black | Sophistication, security | Heaviness, coldness |
White | Purity, simplicity, sophistication | Coldness, sterility |
Brown | Nature, warmth | Heaviness, seriousness |
How can we create a warm and calm ambiance in a bedroom?
It’s not just the colours: the secret is in the accessories. The goal is to use the most textures and textiles possible to make the room cozy. For example, I love putting a big carpet under the bed to give the room a “luxury hotel” and cozy feel.
Wood also plays a major role in helping make the room feel warm. It’s therefore the material of choice when it comes to picking the furniture.
What’s the recommended lighting?
A bedroom requires three types of lighting:
- General lighting: The major light source in the room. This is the one that lights up the entire bedroom.
- Functional lighting: This type of lighting helps highlight specific areas that need more light. Reading lights or desk lamps are good examples.
- Ambiance lighting: Nearly the same as candlelight, it serves as a nightlight in a room.
What are some bedroom must-haves?
Curtains
Choosing quality curtains that match your needs is key. For the best sleep, go for opaque or even blackout curtains. Are you also using the room as an office? Pair them with sheer curtains to soften the sunlight and maintain some privacy throughout the day.
Chest at the foot of the bed
In addition to being decorative, a chest or ottoman at the foot of the bed has many uses. You can put your cushions on it when it’s time for bed, sit on it, or simply use it for additional storage.
Relaxation area
Have lots of space in your bedroom? Add a cozy accent chair in the room, ideally near the window, pair it with a nice floor lamp, and there you have it: your brand-new reading and relaxing nook.
How can you make a bedroom as functional as possible?
The more streamlined the space, the more functional it will be, making it easier to get around. For your bedroom to be an oasis of calm, make sure that all non-essentials are hidden behind a door or in drawers.
An organized wardrobe with a storage system tailored to your needs maximizes storage space and provides you with an overview of all your items and easy access to them.
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