Help with Master bedroom

13 years ago

Hello all,
Bought a house in 2012. Still haven't decorated master :(
I'm no good at it and very stressed as I want our bedroom to be restful and not a source of anxiety.
The room is 18.5 x 13.5. The bed is a king sleep number which is actually two twins with a connection. Dressers and nightstands are Villageois, craftsman style and must stay. The cedar chest belonged to my husbands grandmother and has been refinished. It is negotiable as is the red recliner.
I took pictures but I'm not very good at that either...let me know your thoughts. Oh the walls are newly painted, Sherwin Williams, Fawn Brindle. The carport is new it is a grayish blue. I think our style would be considered eclectic as we usually go with what we love rather than try to fit in the mold. BTW, I love HOUZZ, I don't know what I would do without it!

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libradesigneye

13 years ago

Your wood tones are warm and the walls are cool. You will want to recover your recliner - do you have a piece of inspiration art that helped you pick out the wall color? Have you made an ideabook for your bedroom by saving bedrooms here on houzz that you liked so you can start to see the common denominators?

I think you probably want an upholstered simple headboard - something in neutral linen tones that work with warm and cool colors both. It is a terrific room with good architecture and you have classic pieces. Is blue or blue-green your favorite color to pull this all together?

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Jeannie Nguyen
13 years ago
What type of style are you into? I found an Ideabook that may give you some ideas:
https://www.houzz.com/magazine/how-to-lay-out-a-master-bedroom-for-serenity-stsetivw-vs~6129522
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loubelou
13 years ago
i think the reason you are stressed out is because you do not have a bed frame and the room seem incomplete. Reminds me of my room. Have you look at /looked up eclectic bedroom pictures? That may help in getting ideas on what you would like the room to look and feel. Sorry, I couldn't be much of a help.
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Debbie
Original Author
13 years ago
Thanks loubelou, I'm sure you are right about the bedframe. It has been a source of frustration. I have looked at so many pictures of bedrooms and window treatments and art work till my head is spinning from my lack of focus. And I just noticed that in my original post the word carpet is spelled carport! I really hate the automatic spellcheck sometimes!!
PRO
essentials inside
13 years ago
Hi djjones. I know you say you are not good at the pictures - but do you think you could take a couple more so we can see what the other side of the room looks like & a close up of the end tables you want to keep. For the other view, you can take the picture w/your back to the wall that the bed is against.

Not to be too nosy but what kind of budget do you have? Do you have the budget for a new bed (headboard/footboard) or do you need to "create one" using the wall the bed is against?

Lyvonne
PRO
Whispar Design
13 years ago
I often here is stated that sometimes it is easier to pick a bedding ensemble / duvet set first that you really like and then work out from there perhaps pulling colors or textures from that. Are there any you have seen that you really like that you can post to give the designers some further inspiration?
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Debbie
Original Author
13 years ago
Thanks Lyvonne, I uploaded 4 pictures. Are you only seeing one? I can see all 4 on my Houzz App. Budget is open but the bed is weird so I might have to be creative. I will try again to post more pictures.
Debbie
Original Author
13 years ago
More pics.
Debbie
Original Author
13 years ago
Thanks Whispar, I'm like a kid in the candy shop when it comes to choosing a bed ensemble. I guess I just need to take the plunge. Starting with that is good advice though. I like these two...
pattiegoode
13 years ago
Nice dilemma! Gorgeous stepped, tray ceiling (I'm 90% sure that is the right terminology). Consider drapes & separating the dresser & mirror so the mirror can be mounted directly on the wall. I can't see the cedar chest. Can you take a pic of it up close? The length of it seems like it might work at the foot of the bed with a cushion on the top. Not positive.
pattiegoode
13 years ago
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Wall color, which I LOVE:
Paint Color SW7640 Fawn Brindle · More Info

Described as a cool neutral.
pattiegoode
13 years ago
Like this?
Transitional Bedroom · More Info
pattiegoode
13 years ago
Or this - but you've swapped the floor & wall color:
Master Bedroom · More Info
anne dee
13 years ago
Craftsman Charm · More Info

Reserves of Bethany Model Home · More Info

Oakland Master Bedroom · More Info

other considerations for your bed decor
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pattiegoode
13 years ago
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You have a bed (no headboard & 2 remotes wall-mounted), 2 bedstands (cherry finish???), 1 dresser, 1 short wardrobe, 1 jewelry chest, 1 antique cedar chest, 2 lamps with burlap-looking shade & bronze-looking bases, 5-blade ceiling fan with modern white glass globe, cool neutral walls, & art (many small-scale artwork pieces to keep in mind?). Plus you have a neutral-looking carpet you say is bluish grey. Have I missed anything?
Madeline
13 years ago
Red recliner?
Debbie
Original Author
13 years ago
Pattiegoode, there's a red recliner also. Here's a pic of that and a close up of the chest.
pattiegoode
13 years ago
This article might be helpful regarding paint color: https://www.houzz.com/magazine/bedroom-color-the-secret-to-more-sex-and-more-sleep-stsetivw-vs~11536209
pattiegoode
13 years ago
So, is the red wing-back recliner a style you want to keep & build around?
pattiegoode
13 years ago
Note to self: You must refresh before making a new post on Houzz! lol
pattiegoode
13 years ago
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djj, You said you want a restful stress-free bedroom. Consider something like this:
San Jose Home · More Info
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pattiegoode
13 years ago
Bottom-line is that you do need a bed & window treatments:
MW INTERIORS · More Info
Debbie
Original Author
13 years ago
Here's another angle. The red chair can be removed, replaced. I do want to have a place to sit and read. And the view out of my window is very wooded and nice, bunnies and deer...
anne dee
13 years ago
Other considerations :) to add to all the wonderful direction you' are getting
Master Bedroom · More Info

Blue/Cream Bedroom · More Info
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PRO
essentials inside
13 years ago
When you say the bed is weird - do you mean b/c it is there are two mattresses, not just one?

Do you know the width of the space between the windows (of the wall the bed is against)?

Lyvonne
mendys
13 years ago
don't be afraid to angle your bed on a corner. A wooden screen or a tall head-board can soften the angle at the head of the bed. Things don't have to be at 9- deg angles. I'd put the chest at the end of the bed, making a foot board. To balance the warmth of the wood and cool of the wall, go with a darker and warmer bed spread, or go the same color as the wall to give the furniture "punch".
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Debbie
Original Author
13 years ago
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Lyvonne, the space between the windows at the head of the bed is 75". There is a light switch however that is 5" from the left window. The wall mounted remotes can be moved. And yes I felt like the bed is odd because it is two beds. We did that for size and for the flexibility of raising and lowering each side to our own preferences. It's actually quite useful.
PRO
essentials inside
13 years ago
I don't think having the two mattresses will be a problem when shopping for beds (if you go that way).

Have you looked at "no headboard" pics here on Houzz?

Here's a search:
http://www.houzz.com/photos/bedroom/%22no-headboard%22-

Some nice ideas.

Lyvonne
Debbie
Original Author
13 years ago
Hello everyone, all of your helpful ideas have really motivated me to get this project completed. Attached is a pic of the bedframe and headboard that we chose today. The manufacturer is Bernhardt. We actually saw it in use with a tempurpedic adjustable split king bed so the measurements are perfect. I chose a neutral linen with antique brass nailheads. Excited!
So, curtains first and then a bed ensemble or vice versa??!!
Debbie
Original Author
13 years ago
Here's a pic I found on Houzz.
Dawne Richards
13 years ago
Hmmmm... I think bed ensembles are always easier to change than curtains, but that may only be my preference. I hate shopping for window treatments too. Somehow the window treatments really do seem more "permanent," so I think I'd go for them first.
J Corn
13 years ago
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Just my bias but I find that's get tired of bedding with prints (not generally a huge fan of wallpaper either).Instead, I prefer a solid color comforter, preferably reversible, which allows me to alter the look of the bedroom by simply changing accent pillows, shams, and other accessories. I even have autumn pillows and summer blankets and pillows. It creates some variety.

Just make sure whatever accents you choose works with your room style, lamps,etc.
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pattiegoode
13 years ago
Love the bed and adore linen! Very nice choice. Very neutral so your bedding is going to set the mood for the room. You could still go in many different directions. Personally, I love all white bedding & find it very soothing. You could also consider a multicolored pattern or print that would help you to tie together the light linen and the dark wood pieces. Pottery Barn has very designs but I'm not sure where you are located & what resources you have at hand.
http://www.potterybarn.com/products/agatha-paisley-duvet-cover-sham-warm/?pkey=cduvet-covers-shams&
http://www.dillards.com/product/Rose-Tree-Tuscan-Garden-Bedding-Collection_301_-1_301_503574167?rr=true
So many choices out there for you! it is like being a kid in a candy store! Have fun with it!
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Nancy Walton
13 years ago
Here are a few from wayfair.com
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