Going Grey: Soothing Grey and White Sleep Spaces
Sink into these elegant, tranquil sleep spaces that set the mood with a subtle monochrome palette
Amanda Pollard
26 December 2017
Senior Editor at Houzz UK and Ireland. Journalist and editor specialising in interiors and architecture.
Senior Editor at Houzz UK and Ireland. Journalist and editor specialising in interiors... More
There’s something wonderfully calming about a grey and white colour scheme, which is why it’s such a good combination for the bedroom. If you’re considering using these two shades in your sleep space, be inspired by these gorgeous rooms.
Go dark and moody
While light colours recede to make a room feel airy, dark shades advance to give a snug feel to a space. So if you’d like a bedroom that’s intimate and cosy, a deeper grey might be the way to go.
The dark-toned panelling behind the bed here envelops the sleeping area, while the soft textures on the cushions and throw add even more warmth. The white bedlinen and brick wall help to lift the scheme and show off the grey elements even more.
While light colours recede to make a room feel airy, dark shades advance to give a snug feel to a space. So if you’d like a bedroom that’s intimate and cosy, a deeper grey might be the way to go.
The dark-toned panelling behind the bed here envelops the sleeping area, while the soft textures on the cushions and throw add even more warmth. The white bedlinen and brick wall help to lift the scheme and show off the grey elements even more.
Lift it with an accent colour
The beauty of neutral colours such as grey and white is that you can tone them with almost any other shade. Here, a simple scheme of pale grey and bright white forms the backdrop to the room. By simply adding some yellow cushions, the designer has given the space an extra lift.
When the owners fancy a change, they can simply swap the yellow cushions for ones in another colour.
21 Ways to Welcome Yellow Into Your Home
The beauty of neutral colours such as grey and white is that you can tone them with almost any other shade. Here, a simple scheme of pale grey and bright white forms the backdrop to the room. By simply adding some yellow cushions, the designer has given the space an extra lift.
When the owners fancy a change, they can simply swap the yellow cushions for ones in another colour.
21 Ways to Welcome Yellow Into Your Home
Add some soft creams
To get a grey and white scheme right, it’s important to consider the other elements in the room. The two colours in their simplest form could end up looking slightly cold, so the key is to add layers of tone and texture. In this room, the designers have brought in a few cream-coloured textiles, which instantly soften the cool grey and white scheme.
To get a grey and white scheme right, it’s important to consider the other elements in the room. The two colours in their simplest form could end up looking slightly cold, so the key is to add layers of tone and texture. In this room, the designers have brought in a few cream-coloured textiles, which instantly soften the cool grey and white scheme.
Work in some natural wood
This Scandi-style bedroom has a limited palette of white, grey and black. It looks clean, crisp and modern, but has been elevated from cool to cosy by a couple of simple elements. The pattern on the monochrome bedspread adds some interesting texture, and the use of wood on the furniture brings in warm tones.
If you’re going for a look like this, remember to bring in different surfaces to get a balance between contemporary and cosy.
This Scandi-style bedroom has a limited palette of white, grey and black. It looks clean, crisp and modern, but has been elevated from cool to cosy by a couple of simple elements. The pattern on the monochrome bedspread adds some interesting texture, and the use of wood on the furniture brings in warm tones.
If you’re going for a look like this, remember to bring in different surfaces to get a balance between contemporary and cosy.
Weave in texture
Everything about this bedroom says warm and inviting, but the look is calm rather than cluttered. With a simple grey and white colour scheme, the designers have been able to add plenty of natural finishes, interesting patterns and sumptuous textures without overpowering the space.
To achieve a laid-back, eclectic look like this while keeping the room tranquil, make sure your palette is simple and pared back.
4 Ways Brown Can Amp Up Grey
Everything about this bedroom says warm and inviting, but the look is calm rather than cluttered. With a simple grey and white colour scheme, the designers have been able to add plenty of natural finishes, interesting patterns and sumptuous textures without overpowering the space.
To achieve a laid-back, eclectic look like this while keeping the room tranquil, make sure your palette is simple and pared back.
4 Ways Brown Can Amp Up Grey
Layer up a contemporary look
The grey and white scheme in this bedroom gives it a smart, urban vibe. The charcoal bedhead blends in to the deep grey wall to root the bed in the space, and even the artwork and rug replicate the two-tone palette.
Once again, it’s texture that warms up the room and gives it a cosy feel. The layers of bedlinen, throws and cushions make the bed look extremely comfy and inviting.
The grey and white scheme in this bedroom gives it a smart, urban vibe. The charcoal bedhead blends in to the deep grey wall to root the bed in the space, and even the artwork and rug replicate the two-tone palette.
Once again, it’s texture that warms up the room and gives it a cosy feel. The layers of bedlinen, throws and cushions make the bed look extremely comfy and inviting.
Style it up
Fancy a boutique hotel feel in your bedroom? Take your grey and white decor scheme from lovely to luxurious with some simple additions. Here, the silky linen and cushions instantly elevate the bed, as does the soft velvet bedhead, creating the perfect spot for an indulgent early night or lie-in.
Fancy a boutique hotel feel in your bedroom? Take your grey and white decor scheme from lovely to luxurious with some simple additions. Here, the silky linen and cushions instantly elevate the bed, as does the soft velvet bedhead, creating the perfect spot for an indulgent early night or lie-in.
Make it pretty
We often think of grey and white as cool, smart and modern, but it can be pretty too. Take a look at this delightful bedroom with its minimal colour scheme – it might be grey, but it’s also full of appealing pattern and design.
The beautiful wallpaper sets the scene and, to make sure it’s the star of the show, the designers have chosen transparent glass bedside pendants. Attractive cushions and a luxurious quilt add more glamour to the space, as does the upholstered velvet bedhead.
Browse more grey-toned bedrooms
We often think of grey and white as cool, smart and modern, but it can be pretty too. Take a look at this delightful bedroom with its minimal colour scheme – it might be grey, but it’s also full of appealing pattern and design.
The beautiful wallpaper sets the scene and, to make sure it’s the star of the show, the designers have chosen transparent glass bedside pendants. Attractive cushions and a luxurious quilt add more glamour to the space, as does the upholstered velvet bedhead.
Browse more grey-toned bedrooms
Keep it calm
To give your grey and white scheme some extra calm appeal, choose a grey with a green tone. It’s hard to say whether the wall here is green or grey, but it certainly lifts the overall scheme.
The layered fabrics on the bed and the light design of the white pendant bring in even more softness, and look fabulous against the beautiful colour on the walls.
Tell us
Are you a fan of grey and white in the bedroom? Or do you prefer a bolder colour scheme? Share your opinions in the Comments section.
More
Read more stories about colour
To give your grey and white scheme some extra calm appeal, choose a grey with a green tone. It’s hard to say whether the wall here is green or grey, but it certainly lifts the overall scheme.
The layered fabrics on the bed and the light design of the white pendant bring in even more softness, and look fabulous against the beautiful colour on the walls.
Tell us
Are you a fan of grey and white in the bedroom? Or do you prefer a bolder colour scheme? Share your opinions in the Comments section.
More
Read more stories about colour
Related Stories
Most Popular
Key Measurements for a Dream Bedroom
By HouzzAU
Learn the dimensions that will help your bed, side tables and other bedroom furniture fit neatly in your space
Full Story
Most Popular
3 Designers Reveal Where to Spend and Save in a Bedroom Redesign
By Cheryl F
We asked three UK interior designers which elements they think are worth investing in for a good night’s sleep
Full Story
Most Popular
12 Decorating Tips to Make Any Bedroom Look Better
By Anne Ellard
Want to know how to make your bedroom look better? Here are 12 great tricks
Full Story
Renovation Guides
Room by Room: Experts on Ways to Avoid Common Renovation Blunders
From the kitchen to the garden, and all areas in between, experts identify common mistakes and share priceless insights
Full Story
Most Popular
How to Control the Cost of Your Renovation, Room by Room
Where to save, where to spend (and all the tricks in between) for keeping the cost of your renovation on track
Full Story
Wardrobes
An Insider's Guide to Walk-In Wardrobe Measurements
Take a look at essential wardrobe measurements, along with some considerations to guarantee your 'robe is well designed
Full Story
Most Popular
How to Get a Good Night's Sleep (According to Science)
Sleep scientist Dr Carmel Harrington reveals exactly how to get enough rest for optimum health and productivity
Full Story
Decorating
How to Create a Colourful, Yet Calm, Bedroom
By Kate Burt
Let the experts show you how to pep up the palette in your sleeping space like a pro
Full Story
Small Spaces
Pro Panel: 4 Experts' Secrets to Making the Most of Tiny Bedrooms
A compact bedroom can still be a dream space with a bit of thoughtful planning, as these professionals explain
Full Story
Seasonal
Your Summer Bedroom: How to Keep Your Cool on Steamy Nights
By Janet Dunn
Don't let tossing, turning and tangled sheets spoil your sleep this summer
Full Story
I agree it's time to switch from grey to color, dark green, olive green set to be new trend of 2018
I really liked the colours in these and I loved the composition of most of these rooms. It's interesting to see what people are doing to reading lights these days, too.
My bedroom has been grey and white for over a year and I absolutely love it. I tend to match the same grey all the time but it can actually be gorgeous with different greys!