Jules Upton of Oval Interiors and interior designer for North Sands Developments, says: ‘As an interior designer, I believe it’s so important that people reflect their character through their bedroom interior, as it’s the one place in the world people can truly express themselves alongside their passions through visual aspects. The ability to convey personality through décor helps create individual sanctuaries, where we can escape from reality and be at one with ourselves.’
As restrictions ease and the world begins to open back up, there is now an opportunity to refresh the four walls we have become intimately familiar with, and to ensure our bedrooms are a space to unwind.
Here are the top five interior trends for the bedroom in 2021, with tips on how to incorporate them into your own home.
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1. Natural designs
.Searches for rattan, wooden, and wicker furniture rose during lockdown as homeowners sought to introduce natural materials into their homes during prolonged periods indoors. ‘By incorporating natural elements into our bedrooms, it provides us with a sense of freedom, being at one with nature,’ says Jules, ‘colours such as sage greens and opulent olives when paired with white toned walls and wicker materials, are also key to creating a more calming environment.’ The most fruitful element for any homeowner is the introduction of wooden floors. ‘New wooden flooring has also been estimated to add a value of up to £7,255 to a home – helping to emphasise the contemporary aesthetic of a bedroom,’ says Jules.
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2. Minimalistic settings
The Marie Kondo effect is still well and truly with us, promoting decluttering and a refocus of our environments to reduce stress levels – no doubt a response to the chaos and uncertainty of the pandemic. ‘We are seeing a growing trend of “less is more” in 2021,’ says Jules, ‘which is helping to generate a calmer, neutralised environment. Straight lines, soft colours and Scandinavian minimalist line art, coupled with natural light creates a refreshing, simple and timeless feel.’
SCANDI INSPIRED LINE ART FOR THE MINIMALIST HOME
3. Light living
‘An abundance of light in a room can entirely uplift surroundings, creating a breathable, spacious environment. A light, airy space also boosts productivity levels in addition to general wellbeing,’ says Jules.
Choosing the right window dressing is a key component in maximising the natural light in your home. Roller blinds in a sheer or semi-sheer fabric can filter and diffuse light throughout a room whilst taking the edge off direct sunlight, whilst voile curtains create a light and breezy feel with the added benefit of providing a level of daytime privacy. Wooden shutters are a functional solution to controlling natural light providing total freedom over the amount of light you wish to let in
