Color Schemes

• Certain colors are more calming or soothing than others. Consider cool tones for your bedroom if you want to take advantage of this effect or soft neutrals, including cream, beige or dove gray. While this is one option, you can also simply opt to decorate around a color you love and enjoy. Vivid color choices, like lime green, orange or violet can be perfect if they make you genuinely happy. Do keep your color palette simple. If you are starting with nothing, look for a bedding set you love and work your color scheme around the bedding you choose. You might even check your closet for color inspiration.
  
  

Storage

• Storage is a key factor in any bedroom. Start by maximizing your closet space, using shelving, drawers and doubled hanging space to reduce your storage needs elsewhere in the room. Look for pieces with good storage capacity. Taller chests offer more room for clothes and other belongings with a smaller footprint. You can also select bedside tables with additional storage or even use small dressers as nightstands. Depending upon the style of your bed, under-bed drawers or boxes may work well for storing linens, shoes or out-of-season clothing.
  
  

Styles

• Bedroom styles can range from contemporary to quite traditional. Select Asian inspired or modern pieces for a serene and spa-like bedroom design. Polished mahogany or cherry furnishings combined with silks and velvets will create a luxurious private space. These options work well for both men and women and are ideal for a shared space. Choose more tailored bedding options for a more masculine bedroom. Try combining painted mismatched wood furniture with soft and faded quilts for a soft and shabby bedroom. Add flowers and vintage accessories to create a cottage look.