Give your room a makeover with these modern bedroom ideas.
A modern bedroom doesn’t have to be stark or bare.
We’ve gathered our favorite modern bedroom ideas to help inspire your own space.
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It doubles as a headboard in this bedroom and the sleek black-and-white photographs and minimalist sconces add visual contrast.
Don’t be afraid to mix furniture styles, too.
A window seat is a great way to add architectural detail and emphasize a large window.
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Plus, it doubles asextra storage spacein the form of drawers.
Bright and Colorful Kids' Bedroom
Playful wallpaper adds a whimsical look to this bright kids' bedroom.
Two bookshelves painted white blend in rather than distracting from the wallpaper.
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They’re also placed at a lower height to be easily accessible for the room’s little occupants.
Modern Bedroom with Multiple Patterns
Mix patterns like a pro by taking cues from this yellow andblue bedroom.
When using multiple patterns, incorporate some solids to give the eye a break.
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Simple linens dress the bed and echo the colors and patterns in the area rug.
Sometimes less is more, especially when it comes to keeping a space bright and open.
Small Modern Bedroom
A small bedroom doesn’t have to be basic.
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Layers ofsoft and cozy beddingcreate relaxed luxury, the kind you’d find in a boutique hotel.
Added bonus: only one pillow to take off before bedtime!
Bedroom with Layered Textures
Quality materials add the ultimate sophistication to a space.
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When styling a nightstand, use objects that are eye-catching but also practicalsuch as a bowl for jewelry.
A linen Roman shade keeps the space streamlined while emphasizing the height of the windows.
The saturated doses of color liven up the space and immediately draw the eye to the headboard.
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It’s a quick, inexpensive way to modernize a space without doing any messy drywall work.
Charm, functionality, and style all in one package.
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Subtly Color-blocked Bedroom
This serene bedroom relies on aquiet, low-contrast color schemeplus lots of natural wood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Modern bedrooms are typically associated with neutral color palettes.
Although these terms are sometimes used interchangeably, they refer to completely different design styles.
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Modern decorating refers to a style popular in the 1900s to the 1960s.
Meanwhile, contemporary design refers to whatever is popular now, so it is constantly changing.
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