12 Ways to Create a Cosy Bedroom Retreat
*Hits snooze
Creating a more comfortable space is key to getting through the coldest winter months, that's why these 12 cosy bedroom ideas are sure to give you all the inspiration you need to snuggle up this winter.
1. Layer On the Blankets
The first rule to creating a cosy bedroom is to add layers through blankets. Invest in rich, sensuous textures like faux fur and chunky knit and give the room extra warmth by opting for fleece and wool blankets. Choose soothing, calm colours such as charcoal and sage to ensure your bed feels like a peaceful place for sleeping easy.
Keep the cosy bedroom ideas slowing by piling on the pillows. You'll be all set to snuggle up on a snow day. We love doubling up on crisp white linen bed pillows and then adding a couple of shams, Euros, or a knit lumbar pillow to create a retreat. Choose calm colors and leave bright, bold pops to the rest of your home. The bedroom is where you want to keep your color palette and patterns to a minimum.
A few pieces of rustic or traditional decor will round out your cosy bedroom ideas. Choose warm-toned items that are sentimental to you. The soft leather, personalised wood phone holder and caramel-hued accents on this bedside table are just a few examples. Even just a couple of pieces can elevate this small space and still leave you with enough room to place books, reading glasses and a glass of water.
There's nothing worse than having to crawl out of a cosy bed and turn the lights off before sleeping. Rather than using an overhead ceiling light for late-night reading, choose bedside lamps or matching wall lights to create a soft glow. Swing-arm wall lights are the perfect bedside lighting choice as you can direct the light to shine on your book, into a bedside table drawer or wherever it's needed.
Tip: For the cosiest wall lights, choose a dimmable model. You'll need a dimmable bulb and a dimmer switch. Some wall lights are sold with a dimmer switch included. To check if this is the case on our site, select 'sort & filter', click on the features tab and check off 'switch included' and 'dimmable'.
A canopy or four-poster bed are both great choices for a cosy bedroom. The bed frame encloses the bed, creating a snug feeling – perfect for a lazy Sunday morning breakfast in bed. Note that you will have to purchase a box spring in order to fit a mattress into this bed frame.
Wooden furnishings and accent pieces are one of those cosy bedroom ideas that look great no matter what your interior style is. The warm tone of the wood brings in a natural feel. Pair a wooden wardrobe with an industrial-style metal headboard. Use a small wood bench as a bedside table and complement it with brass picture frames. Both light and dark wood tones can mellow out a bedroom, creating that perfect cosy feeling.
If you're wondering how to make your room cosier, consider rolling out an area rug over your wooden floors. A plush polypropylene or shag rug that's placed under the bottom two-thirds of your bed is perfect for adding an extra layer of cosiness. Alternatively, you can place sheepskin rugs on either side of the bed to give your feet a soft and warm place to land when you step out of bed.
Bring a plush accent chair into your bedroom to get some reading done or to make a dedicated space for technology by creating a reading nook. There's no shame in bringing your laptop or tablet into the bedroom, just remember to leave it in the comfy corner so that you can still focus on sleep when you're in bed. Hide away in your nook to catch up on a book, complete the crossword or just sit and watch the world go by.
A wall of your favourite novels and to-be-read books is a necessity for creating a cosy bedroom. Built-in bookcases are great but you can recreate the look with floor-to-ceiling bookcases. If you aren't the biggest reader or you prefer an e-reader, opt for decorative books to create a similar atmosphere. Add a few decorative baskets to the lower shelves for storing spare blankets. You won't have to leave your cosy bedroom all day.
An upholstered headboard is a key ingredient to a cosy master suite. Choose a comfortable fabric like linen, velvet, suede or chenille in a dark colour like navy or smoky gray to ensure maximum cosiness. Headboards can be used with most standard mattresses, frames and box springs.
Stay in bed all day by blocking out the light with room-darkening or semi-sheer curtains. Consider hanging blackout curtains to achieve the darkest room. Blackout curtains don't just keep the room dark, they also reduce noise and help keep the heat in. Finally, add peaceful art to the walls to create a calm atmosphere.
Choose to only bring thoughtful pieces of furniture into your bedroom. Too much furniture and accent pieces can start to make the room feel crowded and stuffy. A little bit of breathing space will make it feel that much cosier and comfier. A blanket box creates the perfect spot to sit and pop your shoes off, set down a tray of midnight snacks or place cushions while you're sleeping.
Tip: Create a cosy atmosphere in more than just your bedroom, check out:
- How to Make Your Apartment More Cosy in 4 Steps
- 6 Cosy Reading Corner Ideas
- 5 Steps Towards a Scandi Style Dining Room
