7 Colorful Bedrooms That Still Feel Serene

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Sarah Lyon
Sarah Lyon
Sarah Lyon is a freelance writer based in New York City who covers interior design and lifestyle content. She is constantly on the hunt for eye-catching pieces to add to her space and believes that a home is never truly finished being styled.
published Jun 12, 2019
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When most people picture a serene bedroom, they envision solid white walls, crisp white sheets, and maybe a fuzzy rug and a plant or two. But if you’re a color lover, you can absolutely still create a calm, comfortable sleeping space. Just take a cue from the bedrooms below that do an excellent job of making sure that color doesn’t equal chaos.

Allow a tapestry or special art piece to do the talking by keeping additional decor to a minimum, as seen in the above space. Hanging a favorite piece of art over the bed is an excellent way to bring color into a room without going too crazy (think excessive knickknacks and throw blankets). Matching sconces and coordinating bedroom furniture keep the overall look cohesive.

A cheery yellow bedspread, framed portraits of loved ones, and beautiful rattan accents make this space feel positive and welcoming. Candles bring added softness and comfort.

Thoughtfully arranged art, a fun nightstand, and blue and green bedding evoke calm without being boring. Blues and greens are always extra soothing and provide a relaxing, beachy touch (no matter where you’re located!).

Grayish blue walls are a great way to keep things simple while still going beyond traditional white paint. Additionally, there is a difference between ensuring that a space is well decorated and stuffing it full with furniture — giving furniture and things breathing room keeps this bedroom looking zen, not zany.

Wallpaper in a tropical print evokes faraway hotel vibes. Creating an accent wall like this one adds tons of life to the space. Hanging wallpaper solely behind the bed still packs a punch — covering an entire room can sometimes look too busy.

To us, this bedroom looks lived in and cozy. Patterned throw pillows, posters, and a few other pieces of decor keep things light and fun rather than stuffy and serious. Mixing textures and colors is totally working in this space.

Credit: Lana Kenney

Architectural details like sloped ceilings and an exposed brick wall automatically make a room feel extra cozy. Play them up by keeping additional decor to a minimum and plopping down an eye-catching rug for added warmth.