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Modern Bedroom Decorating Idea

If you are taking on a bedroom decorating or remodeling project, you probably want to keep your home up to date by implementing a modern bedroom decorating idea that you might have seen on TV or in a magazine. However, it’s never easy to try to replicate these ideas since your room may be shaped differently or have different windows or an number of things that make implementing certain aspects of these ideas challenging. Don’t’ worry, you can get a great look in your bedroom if you follow the basic elements of modern design outlined below.

Color

Most modern bedroom designs have a limited color palette. Typical colors today range in the browns or even white. A time tested color palette is black and white with a bold accent color like red or yellow. Some of the most popular colors today are in the “chocolate” family and include the darker chocolate colored browns. These colors give the room a nice warm tone and also go well with most modern furniture pieces.

Pattern

You’ve probably noticed that your favorite modern bedroom decorating idea doesn’t use a lot of fancy patterns in the fabrics or rugs. Basic plain solid colors are combined with different textures to create interest. One pattern that does work with a modern look is a geometric pattern - amoeba shapes, circles, squares - these can all be combined to add some flair to your design.

Furniture

You want your furniture to have plain simple lines to be in keeping with the modern style. Typically dark wood is best for this type of décor. Try to stay away from rounded lines like those on a sleigh bed as these will not compliment your overall look. Stick to straight lines with simple details - nothing fancy or to intricate. Hardware should be minimalist in a brushed metal.

Accessories

With modern bedroom design, less is more so you don’t want to go overboard with accessories. Instead of a vase with a full floral arrangement, go for a simple tall glass piece with 1 striking flower. Don’t clutter up the room with things but place a few really nice items sparingly about the room. Remember to keep with geometric patterns that have clean straight lines and stay away from anything to frilly like fringed lampshades or scrolly jewelry or vanity boxes. For artwork, go with a modernist painting but be sure that the colors match your overall color palette.

If you stick to these basic tips, you can make your modern bedroom decorating idea come to life in your own home and by doing it yourself, you’ll have a unique bedroom that will give you the satisfaction of a job well done.


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