65 Dreamy Bedroom Ideas to Inspire a Cozy Retreat — No Matter How Small
Square footage shouldn't dictate beautiful design.
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A well-designed bedroom has the power to spark joy and instantly put you at ease. Ideally, it should also be filled with decor that reflects your personality and lifestyle. But, with so many colors, patterns and layouts to choose from, where should you start? To help you out, we've rounded up a mix of beautiful bedroom decor ideas that are brimming with inspiration for your makeover — even if your setup is small.
Whether it's a simple refresh, like swapping in new bedding or arranging a gallery wall, or a much larger project (think applying wood paneling or wallpaper), you'll want to steal ideas from these chic bedroom designs. We tapped interior designers and bloggers to find looks for every style — including farmhouse, modern and coastal designs. Plus, we've sprinkled in a few maximalist rooms, which surprise, is trending right now.
Turn Curtains Into a Focal Point
Dealing with quirky window placement? Patterned floor-length curtains distract from the fact that the bedroom window isn't centered on the wall — "it brings a little bit of light and whimsy," says Stefan Hurray, associate at BVA BarnesVanze Architects.
Photo by: Nick Johnson
Lean Into Calming Green
Designer Emily Henderson's mountain house in Lake Arrowhead, California, draws on the beauty of nature with raw wood accents and dark green bedding. The modern velvet bed is an earthy focal point.
Photo by: Sara Ligorria-Tramp
Layer Soft Textures
From chunky knit bedding to a checkered jute rug and oversized rattan pendant, this neutral bedroom from MAAM Architecture & Design Studio is filled with soft textures. The end result is light and bright, yet warm.
Photo by: RJ Guillermo
Mix Vintage With Modern
A scalloped area rug, black canopy bed and delicate floral patterns draw inspiration from vintage design, yet still feel modern when paired with oak wood flooring and plush white bedding. Jenna Sue of Jenna Sue Design even paints IKEA nightstands a rich chocolate hue (Ganache by Little Greene) for more charm.
Try a Dramatic Red
From paint colors to textiles, shades of red are trending this year. Take inspiration from blogger Chris Love Julia and install a crimson red wallpaper and hang velvet curtains to create drama. The couple even paints trim blue-green (another of the year's hottest colors).
Keep It Light and Bright
Make the most of natural light by painting the walls and a ceiling a bright white shade. Take note from Rebel Builder and weave in organic textures like fabric Roman shades, a wicker chandelier and woven ottomans at the foot of the bed.
Photo by: Lara Kimmerer
Embrace the "More is More" Mentality
Design a colorful space that showcases your personality, whether it's with patterned wallpaper, bright bedding or funky furniture. "Eclectic interiors have a way of instantly feeling comforting. That could either be through color or interesting pieces within a home," says Sarah Storms of Styled by Storms.
Photo by: Aimee Ryan
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Go Dark and Moody
Not only can dark bedrooms help you sleep, they often feel calming, relaxed and romantic. Here, designer Breeze Giannasio paints the walls, trim and window frames a deep black.
Photo by: Meghan Beierle-O’Brien
Show off Natural Textures
Believe it or not, you don't need color to create visual interest. From a rustic wood bed frame to a nature-inspired wallpaper, designer Amy Zee Haight infuses personality with organic texture.
Photo by: Sonya Sellers
Embrace Eclectic Style
Designers agree: Eclectic interiors are trending for 2025. This small bedroom, designed by Jackie Terrell, is defined by a unique gallery wall and bold black-and-white bedding.
Photo by: Lara Kimmerer
Wallpaper the "Fifth Wall"
Don't forget about the fifth wall! Design a dreamy escape by applying cloudy wallpaper on the ceiling, which Sarah Cain Design expertly pairs with a vintage-inspired candelabra chandelier.
Photo by: Polina Pigulevsky
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Choose a Glossy Paint Finish
Create a monochrome moment by painting the entire room a deep shade — designer Brooke Dailey went with Benjamin Moore's Narragansett Green. A high-shine finish adds drama and intrigue.
Photo by: Polina Pigulevsky
Hang Bedside Pendant Lights
Swap bedside table lamps for beautiful pendants, which is exactly what designer Isabel Stover of Design Vision Interiors does in this peaceful bedroom. Our advice? Hang the fixtures at least two feet above the nightstand's surface.
Photo by: Lara Kimmerer
Design a Cozy Canopy Bed
Encompass your bed with decorative drapes, creating the option for seclusion when the curtains are drawn. This vintage style makes this small room feel larger and more elegant.
Photo by: Matt Albiani
Play With Pattern
Botanical Schumacher fabric and avant-garde art shine in this spirited bedroom. "The design is full of organic movement and joy," says designer Corine Maggio of CM Natural Designs.
Photo by: Carley Summers
Make the Most of an A-frame
An angled roof can easily become a design opportunity. Finished in Sherwin-Williams's Pure White, this one has two elements of surprise: a compact bookshelf and an understated pendant light. "A-frames have a lot of dead space, and finding ways to make these spaces useful is super rewarding," says designer Amy Pigliacampo.
Photo by: David Lauer
Create Contrast With Shiplap
Draw the eye up — and temper busy wallpaper — by installing vertical shiplap three-quarters of the way up a wall, suggests designer Janna McCalley.
Photo by: Molly Rose
Rely on Sage Green
Cool and calming, sage green is a perfect hue for bedrooms seeking a subtle pop of color. From the curvy bed frame to luxe drapery, design firm Daley Home lets the earthy shade define this serene bedroom.
Photo by: Madeline Harper
Let Travel Inspire Decor
This Moroccan desert-inspired guest room by designer Michelle Boudreau exudes tropical flair, thanks to Marrakesh wallpaper and brass palm pendant lights. "This room is full of character, warmth and personality," she says.
Photo by: Lance Gerber
Wallpaper the Entire Room
A classic print is all it takes to mask this sloped ceiling. Take a cue from designer Paloma Contreras, who says she chose to "fully tent the bedroom in a striped wallpaper, which makes the ceiling disappear into the rest of the room."
Photo by: Aimée Mazzenga
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Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.
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