Enhancing your bedroom with the right upgrades—including innovative products from a cutting-edge brand—can help you start each day feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
When it comes to creating a truly relaxing oasis, quality bedding is essential. Since you’ll spend about a third of your life in bed, investing in a sheet set that offers both comfort and functionality is key.
Bedding company Avec simplifies the process with its Align System, inspired by the European approach of combining a top sheet and duvet cover into a single seamless piece. This patented 2-in-1 Align Sheet System zips effortlessly into place, making bed-making a quick and easy task. By streamlining this daily chore, Avec helps lay the foundation for a well-organized and stress-free start to your day.
Of course, creating a serene sleep space involves more than just convenient bedding. Los Angeles-based interior designer Linette Dai shares additional tips to help transform your bedroom into a true retreat.
Embrace a Neutral Palette
“A tranquil bedroom begins with a soothing color palette,” says Dai, founder and principal designer of Linette Dai Design. She recommends soft neutrals such as cream or light taupe, complemented by muted shades of your favorite color. Her go-to hues include sage or olive green, pale gray or blue, dusty mauve or lavender, and warm peach. These colors evoke a connection to nature without overwhelming the senses.
Incorporate Natural Elements
To create a cozy atmosphere, Dai suggests incorporating natural materials such as wooden flooring and soft wool rugs, which add warmth and texture to the space. For bedding, breathable textiles like linen blends, viscose, or cotton are ideal choices. Avec’s Align System, which features viscose and European flax linen blends, becomes softer with each wash, enhancing comfort over time. For an extra touch of luxury, Dai recommends adding a mohair throw.
When selecting paint, opt for matte finishes or a limewash for a relaxed, resort-like ambiance. Additionally, incorporating elements like stone or travertine in furniture pieces—such as nightstands, dressers, or headboards—can introduce a touch of timeless elegance.
Optimize Your Layout
Ensuring an uncluttered and functional layout can make it easier to move around your bedroom. Dai advises positioning the bed along the longest wall, leaving at least two to three feet of space on either side for easy access. Armchairs can be tucked into empty corners to maximize space.
For larger bedrooms, consider adding a dedicated dressing area complete with a bench and full-length mirror near the closet. “The right layout should cater to your daily routine and enhance the sense of personal sanctuary,” Dai explains.
Soften the Lighting
Lighting plays a crucial role in creating a relaxing environment. Dai suggests avoiding harsh overhead lighting and opting instead for ambient options such as shaded sconces, lamps, and dimmable task lights. Choosing bulbs with a color temperature of 2,700 to 3,000 K will provide a gentle, soothing glow that enhances the calming atmosphere.
By following these expert tips and incorporating Avec’s effortlessly stylish bedding solutions, you can ensure that the time you spend in your bedroom is truly restful and rejuvenating.