Less is More: Minimalist Bedroom Ideas

There are lots of different styles of bedroom décor, but if you like the idea of something that will create a calm ambience, a minimalist style is a good option. Incorporating the Danish principle of hygge, with a minimal interior, you can create a stylish but simple, and most importantly, cosy environment.

Here are our tips on how to do so.

What does a minimalist design entail?

To create a minimalist design, you need to focus on clean lines, a refined palette and above all else keep things simple. In a minimalist bedroom, everything has a purpose or function. Take a look around your bedroom and work out what you need – if it isn’t useful and you don’t love it, then it’s worth saying farewell.

Minimal design = minimal clutter

The key to a minimal design is essentially that less is more. If you have space in your room, celebrate it, don’t fill it. And where possible, look at other ways to remove other pieces of furniture or accessories you don’t need. Space saving storage is a great way to create more room without losing any of the functionality you might need. An ottoman or divan will give you a large storage compartment underneath your bed, in space that otherwise doesn’t get used. It’s a great way to declutter your room without losing space to put your bedding or clothing.

Alternatively, if you have an angled alcove that you don’t know how to use, consider built in wardrobes, which will create a streamlined aesthetic and use the whole space.

Furniture – does it have a purpose?

Minimalist home décor focuses on simplicity. Consider all the furniture in your bedroom – is it all being utilised? If it’s been there because it’s always been there, it might be time to think about giving it another home. This could be chests of drawers, shelving or desks – all of which are great if they’re well used. If not, it’s time to say farewell.

Incorporate warm tones

Let’s start with the colour palette – when it comes to colour, it’s easiest to start with a white minimalist bedroom, which provides a blank canvas for you to build on.

As well as creating a calm environment, you don’t want your room to feel cold or unwelcoming. To ensure you have a cosy and welcoming vibe, neutral warm tones can instantly transform a space. That could be through your wall colour or through your furniture or accessories. Consider a fabric headboard with a warm shade, or a throw, or even a lampshade – all of which can make add some gentle character to your space.

Natural materials

Scandi design and the concept of hygge embrace both simplicity and the idea of bringing the outdoors in. To incorporate that into your bedroom, introduce some natural materials, which will add some warmth and strengthen that connection to nature. Whether it’s a wooden chair or bookcase, a sheepskin rug or linen headboard, these natural materials will all contribute to creating a stylish aesthetic.

Utilise texture

A minimal room avoids anything too cluttered or complicated. However, you also don’t want your space to be too one-dimensional. A simple way to create depth is to utilise textures to add layers to your interior. That could be through a chunky knit throw, a rug on a wooden floor or some linen curtains.

Oversized art

You want your space to be minimal, but you also want it to have character. Consider hanging a piece of oversized art on your wall – it will naturally draw the eye but maintains the concept of simplicity.

Let there be light

Natural light can make all the difference in a minimal and neutral interior. Celebrate the natural light you have and try to keep any furniture from in front of your window. If you need to add additional lighting, keep it simple and subtle.

Embrace clean lines

When creating minimalist décor, everything in your room can contribute to the overall aesthetic. Clean lines are a great choice for your furniture, creating a simple yet stylish finish. Consider mid-century modern beds such as the Yarnmouth or a chair such as the Wandsworth, which will provide an elegant focal point and create real cohesion in your interior.

Accent colours have their place

While minimalist rooms tend to focus on a neutral palette, don’t be afraid to introduce a bolder accent colour – it’s simply a case of ensuring that colour is very much an accent, a nod to brighter colours, as opposed to holding too much space in your interior. It could be introduced through your cushions, some fresh flowers or some artwork.

Keep your bedside tables simple

Even if you’re trying to keep only essential pieces of furniture in your bedroom, it would be difficult to remove a bedside table – they are very handy! Instead, just ensure you keep it simple – don’t keep too many items on table surface.

Your bed can shape your design

If you’re keen to create a minimalist bedroom, every piece of furniture can help to shape your décor. As one of the main pieces of furniture, having a minimalist bed can help to dictate your aesthetic. Think simple, with a pared-down frame, nothing chunky or too colourful. Height can also make a difference – those serious about this type of design would say that the bed frame should be lower than the floor.

Inject your personality into your decor

While minimalism is very much about less is more, your bedroom should still be a place that reflects your personality, your likes and even your dislikes, so don’t be afraid to add some accents to your living space. For example, if you’d like a bohemian minimalist room, you could add a macrame hanger to your wall or go for a woven rug.

Minimalist bedroom on a budget

If you’re not in a position to redecorate your room entirely and you are trying to create a minimalist room on a budget, there are several things you can do:

• Remove any unnecessary items, whether it’s furniture, artwork or old clothes you no longer wear.
• Paint the walls white.
• Invest in some white bedding.
• Introduce some plants to your room – not only do they purify the air, but they also provide a splash of colour and don’t break the bank.

Ultimately, your bedroom should be a place where you can relax and unwind. While it’s great to declutter, don’t feel you need to remove everything unnecessary – if you like it, it serves a purpose, so keep it

There is plenty of inspiration out there to give you some ideas. So, whether it’s a cosy minimalist room you’re trying to create or even a minimalist kid’s room, spend some time online and pull together a mood board of your favourite pictures.