75 Bedroom Ideas That Are the Very Definition of Beauty Sleep

Designer Jacques Grange brings natural elements, like floral pillows from Marrakech, into a guest bedroom on the Portuguese coast. Pair that with the green ceramics on the shelf and the window that looks out onto the paradisial locale, and you’ve got one breezy vacation spot.

The Baldissera family palazzo in Milan dates back to the 15th century, so it stands to reason that the bedroom would feature old-world accents like this dramatic Louis XVI canopy bed and gallery wall. Taken all together, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped back in time.

In New York City, Apparatus CEO and cofounder Gabriel Hendifar dresses his bedroom with distinctive works of art and a warm color palette. The latter is achieved through the brass in the pendant by Apparatus, the rosy bedcover from Zak + Fox, and plenty of natural light.

Sometimes a good bedcover can completely make a space. In designer Tamsin Johnson’s Sydney bedroom, a red patterned blanket from Roller Rabbit ties the settee and lamp together while adding a bit of whimsy into the equation.

In a children’s bedroom, a set of bunk beds can be a great way to save space for more seating—and toys! In this coastal home in France, designer Jean-Louis Deniot mixes a poppy yellow-and-blue color palette with neutral tones to create a bright, inviting space for the kids.

Paolo Castellarin and Didier Bonnin’s primary bedroom in Milan makes a statement with subtle but smart color play, from the brown walls to the orange headboard. A simple pendant light from Flos adds a quiet warmth to the room—and a bit of drama.

Billy Cotton brings the beach to the bedroom of this small Manhattan apartment, with subtle accents—a seashell table from Gallery 25, a sky-blue wall—that nod to sandy shores. Ideas like this one offer a great escape for city dwellers.

If you’re mapping out a primary bedroom, make sure there’s room for a small sitting area or reading nook. Architect Paul Lamb left space to find some Zen in this charming, ranch-style home in Austin; just snag a book off the shelves and you’re all set for relaxation.

Changing up the blankets and other fabrics in your bedroom can instantly provide some drama. Peter Pennoyer and Katie Ridder experimented with colors and patterns in this Manhattan triplex, starting with the bed frame in the primary bedroom, which mixes Holland & Sherry textiles with vintage Japanese obi. More classic pieces, like the antique Murano chandelier, round out the colorful space.

A bedroom at a beach house should always have a bit of lightness to it, like this one on Maui designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard. The custom canopy shows off a serene draped Coraggio fabric, while subtle Barkskin wallpaper from Caba Company clinches the Bohemian feel. All that’s missing is a calming sea breeze.

Bedrooms don’t have to be all soft edges and plush pillows. A primary bedroom in a Brooklyn apartment designed by Jett Projects features a custom headboard made of Antigua Verde marble, giving the room a panache that’s far from ordinary.

Sometimes it pays to have more than one spot for cozying up. In the primary bedroom of landscape architect Thomas Woltz’s Virginia home, an inviting French Directoire daybed overlooks the verdant gardens below.

Between the Isamu Noguchi pendant, Crump and Kwash nightstand, and custom four-poster bed, this Upper West Side apartment by Kevin Dumais is equal parts daring and dreamy.

For a bedroom idea that can do double duty, take a look at the charming built-in Dorothy Berwin incorporated in this Manhattan apartment. Storage and sleep? Consider us sold.

Contrary to popular belief, a bedroom is actually a wonderful place to incorporate some tougher fabrics. In this Milan apartment, Hannes Peer paired a custom, leather-upholstered frame with bedding from Once Milano and a vintage Gaetano Sciolari lamp.

Designer Marie-Lise Féry packed on the vibrant hues in this French boudoir. From the smattering of Pierre Frey fabrics, to a Moustache bench, to the lamp by Magic Circus Éditions, this space offers plenty to smile about.

Want to focus on one hue? Take a page out of this St. Petersburg bedroom, which designer Tim Veresnovsky dressed in a bright blue rug, corresponding custom pendants, and a chandelier by Stilnovo.

As this Manhattan apartment that Husband Wife designed proves, your mattress doesn’t have to be rectangular. Here, the firm juxtaposed the custom round bed with a Trabiz rug, a chandelier from Mazzega, and a vintage French side table that dates back to the 1960s.

This bedroom, located inside a Hamptons home designed by designer Remy Renzullo, takes its pattern-happy cues from decorating greats of yore (think Billy Baldwin and Sister Parish). Here in a guest room, the dramatic bed canopy, side table skirt, and walls are all covered in a charming Pierre Frey fabric.

If you want to give your bedroom floor-to-ceiling appeal, take a note from this Boca Raton retreat that Fawn Galli designed. Here, she accessorized the custom terrazzo floor with a rug by Chused & Co, an RH, Restoration Hardware bed frame, and artwork from Laurie Simmons.

Consider this apartment in Manhattan’s Carnegie Hill neighborhood, designed by architect Michael K. Chen, a master class in textures. Instead of a wooden or metal bed frame, this bed is upholstered in Jiun Ho fabric.

Want to make your bedroom feel like a five-star hotel? Add a convenient—and stylish—reading light, just as Isabel López-Quesada did in this Madrid apartment once owned by Ava Gardner.

For a low-maintenance way to make a statement, consider adding a unique headboard to your bedroom. Emiliano Salci of Dimorestudio masters the look in his Milan apartment with this Luciano Frigerio bed.

From the gallery wall of illustrations to the printed quilt that adorns the bed, Srila Chatterjee and Mahesh Mathai’s Mumbai bedroom has no shortage of personality.

Why settle for one pattern when you can have three or four? In her Hudson Valley, New York, home, Sheila Bridges embraced her bold eye for design with a headboard upholstered in a Gastón y Daniela fabric, a vintage kantha quilt, and an Adelphi Paper Hangings wallcovering.

To bring a pop of color into your bedroom, take a cue from this London flat designed by Nebihe Cihan. Not only do the purple lampshades breathe some energy into the space, but they also complement the wall mural perfectly.

Talk about a room with a view! In Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens’s South African home, they blur the lines between the modern interior and the great outdoors with linen bedding and a textured rug. A custom bed and Cassina chaise complete the look.

Contrary to popular belief, a monochromatic room doesn’t have to be boring. When a couple purchased the late architect Mario Connio’s former Uruguay beach house, they infused plenty of texture into this all-white bedroom. An ornate headboard, practical mosquito net, and photograph by Vicky Aguirre round out the space.

Installing a mobile as a sculptural piece centered above a bed adds quirk and excitement to an artfully composed room. New York City–based designer Thom Filicia used a custom piece inspired by Alexander Calder in his Manhattan bedroom.

A bedroom is the most personal space in your house, which makes it perfect for expressing seemingly disparate facets of your own unique sensibility. In this New Orleans home, an antique bed resides happily alongside a vintage Chinese screen, a handmade Moroccan rug, and a black and white photograph of Kate Moss.

Chalkboard paint has found its place in kitchens, playrooms, and children's bedrooms, but it’s also an innovative and evolving element for adult spaces, too. In this rental treehouse in Florence, Italy, a chalkboard doubles as a headboard and a message space for hosts to leave welcome missives to guests.

Perhaps there is no other room in the house where you’ll appreciate lush, opulent textiles and finishes than the place you’ll spend most of your time. In Sophia Amoruso’s Los Angeles jewel box, a custom silk velvet bed frame is dressed in Frette sheets and blanket, and placed aside brass and black lacquer nightstands and handmade silk drapes.

If you grow tired of things easily, using curtains as a creative headboard lets you update your room to fit every season and mood. In the master bedroom of a palatial Florence estate, the bed coronet and curtains are of an Ian Mankin stripe.

Sticking to one light color is an easy way to make a small bedroom feel less claustrophobic. In a young couple’s monochromatic Swedish home, the master bedroom blends white and cool brown for a color scheme that makes the petite space feel more open and airy. The bed is by Hästens, and the is vintage.

Layering is key to a beautiful bed. It gives your space an instantly glamorous upgrade, plus you’ll be beyond cozy in the wintertime. The master bedroom of a Gramercy Park, New York City, apartment seen here features a luxe bed dressed in custom Frette linens.

There’s nothing more frustrating than a bedroom with just one overhead light. Give yourself options by adding a dimmer or opt for several fixtures throughout the room, like Christian Siriano’s Connecticut country home. Who are we to say no to a bedroom chandelier?

Even the brightest, most cheerful bedrooms need an element of dark, sexy glamour. Balance is key. Stick with a few dramatic pieces, like the bedroom in this Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn, home that features a bed frame upholstered in a Lake August fabric and is topped with a vintage Moroccan blanket.

Whether they’re on your nightstand, vanity, or windowsill, flower arrangements are a lovely thing to wake up to. Especially in the winter when you need a dose of greenery. Take inspiration from the fresh flowers that flank the bed—not to mention the flora on the walls—of this West Village, New York City, master bedroom.

The end of your bed is a perfect and unsuspecting spot to fit in more storage. In the bedroom of a Los Angeles country house, a vintage clothing trunk steals the decor spotlight while also giving you much-needed space.

Mirrors are a pretty magical design element. They make any space feel larger, brighter, and more unique, whether you decide to hang them or simply prop one up against the wall. Learn from this Hamptons summer home, where a rustic-style mirror perfectly complements the antique bed frame and Swedish chest.

Give your personal space some glamour with a statement bed frame. From four-posts to platforms, the options for a chic piece of furniture are endless. In the master bedroom of a Connecticut weekend home, this bed frame is by Hickory Chair and dressed in RH, Restoration Hardware linens.

For Amanda Seyfried’s Catskills getaway, designer Sarah Zames opted to accentuate the 1920s house’s rustic bones. Here, in the tranquil main bedroom, the bed is from RH, Restoration Hardware, the pendant light is from &tradition, and the walls are painted in Farrow & Ball’s Ammonite.

It doesn’t have to be an entire étagère-full, but a cluster of pieces that make you smile will go a long way in making a bedroom feel just right, as with this bedroom in a Greenwich Village penthouse, featuring antique French linens, a 19th-century Indian lantern, and plenty of paintings collected over the years. Bonus: This is also a great way to incorporate pieces you’ve acquired over time but can’t quite figure out where to put them.