Post by: Murrye B. Few people would complain about a too-large bedroom. The typical bedroom layout includes a bed, a nightstand or two, and perhaps a dresser. If you still have a lot of space leftover, you may be wondering how best to use it.

Correct with Color

A cavernous, white room can feel very cold and impersonal. If your large bedroom is long and narrow, use color to trick your eye and bring the space into proportion. Paint the end walls a bold, warm shade and paint the longer walls a light, cool color. In a well-proportioned room, you can paint all of the walls a rich color or hang wallpaper without worrying that the room will feel too small.

Scale Furniture Appropriately

A large bedroom calls for a large bed. If you’ve always wanted a king-sized bed, this is your chance. Make sure that your bed frame also corresponds to the scale of the space.  Choose a large headboard that makes a statement, or consider a canopy bed if the room also had high ceilings. Add sheer curtains along the canopy frame to create a more intimate space within the larger context of the room.

Since you’ll likely still have plenty of space leftover, define a sitting area. Add a small sofa and some chairs, and position them on an area rug to tie the pieces together. Another option is to create a home office or dressing area within your bedroom.

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