10 Beautiful Bedrooms

I have to admit my most favorite room in a house is the bedroom, not for naughty reasons, but because out of all the rooms in the house you can express your personal style the most. For me I want a little bit of Luxury, white linens, candles, glassware and silver, anything and everything that speaks glam. I want to be surrounded by all the things that make me happy and send me off to sleep feeling calm and relaxed. Here are 10 beautiful bedrooms that I could happily call my own.

Images via Louise Bradley, Zoldan Interiors, Pheonix Interior Design, Michael Reeves Associates and Taylor Howes.

10 Ways to transform your bedroom.

My life has been so hectic lately that I have barely had time to sit down and give my blog some much needed attention.  To be honest I am having blog withdrawals. I keep thinking of things I want to share but I haven't had time to put it all together and write about it. One of which ideas is my bedroom makeover. After traveling and staying in different hotels I arrived home very inspired. I tend to get a little ambitious and want to do something completing different to my home when I come back, but soon realize I have budget restraints.  I have been trying to think of some cheap affordable ways to change my bedroom around without breaking the bank. On my hunt for some great new ideas I came across these inspiring picks. While doing a little searching I put together a list of things to do to transform your bedroom.

1. Use drapes as a feature behind your bed, they add a warm comforting feel. Plus they can be a great way to hide any unwanted eyesores.

2. Create your own artwork. Most of the art in my home I have made myself. I take photos, paint and draw. I love to frame things that interest me. You don't have to be an amazing artist to make something that stands out. For example, I frame old maps, bold fabric prints and draw or paint something simple. Plus if your anything like me and you grow tired of it in a years time you can always change it.

3. Start with neutral decor and add accents later.

4. Add bold throw cushions when you feel like a bit of colour or something different.

5. Make a picture wall with all your favorite photos. Photos always bring back happy memories.

6. Treat yourself with some flowers.

7. Move things around your home. Sometimes I grab all of the accessories from around my house, put them on the table and then put them all back in a different place. Starting fresh helps you see things differently.

8. Change your bedding layout by mixing and matching different sets.

9. Buy a throw rug. If I had unlimited budget I would buy thousands of throw rugs and change them all the time. They change the look and feel of the room and are great to curl up under in winter.

10. Buy a floor rug. Rugs are a really great way to transform a room. They can be a little more on the expensive side, but there are some cheap alternatives that won't break the bank.   

What things do you do to change revive your bedroom ?

Images via Decor pad

Designer of the day: Brad Ford

I have been so busy job searching lately that I have barely found the time to write on my blog. Even when I have had the extra time, the last thing I have wanted to do is stare at my computer screen! However, I must admit reading blogs and finding inspiring ideas and new interiors does provide some sort of relaxation for me. On my search for some great new inspiring designers to share with you, I came across Brad Ford, his interiors are soft warm and elegant. Not only that, Brad has been featured as one of "10 New Designers to Watch" in both New York Spaces Magazine and in New York Magazine, and he was also named one of America’s Top Young Designers by House Beautiful. He was recently featured in the The New York Times for a room he designed for Hamptons Cottages & Garden‘s 2007 Idea House and was just recognized as one of the Rising Stars of Interior Design by the International Furnishings and Design Association. Here are some snippets of his work. (oh and I just love the colours in the bedroom above)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You can check out more of Brad Ford's work here.

Designer of the Day: Amanda Nisbet.

I have decided start a new feature called Designer of the Day, where I post about the designers that I love. I will try and post as regularly as I can to keep you inspired. Today I will start with Amanda Nisbet. Amanda created her interior design firm based in New York in 1998 and has had her work featured in many reputable magazines like Elle Decor, House and Garden and House Beautiful. I love Amanda's use of colour and texture, she makes me want to start using more vibrant colours throughout my home. Amanda's work is also very warm, inviting and comfortable. Here is a peak of some of her portfolio. You can also check out more of her work at her website.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Phoebe Howard-Pretty and Pink!

I must admit I usually HATE matchy matchy interiors. However this bedroom by Phoebe Howard is an exception. Whist it mostly pink and white and very matchy I still think it such a gorgeous room. I love the mirrored dresser for a bit of glam mixed with the soft colour palate. I also love the peony roses they always add an extra pop of colour to a room.

McGill Design Group.

I have come across this bedroom a few times now and I keep gravitating back to it. So I discovered that it was designed by McGill Design group. Their portfolio also just as wonderful.