Master bedroom
Design ideas for a large transitional master bedroom in Sydney with blue walls, carpet, a two-sided fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, grey floor and wallpaper.

Yarranabbe House

Kate Nixon

Inspiration for a transitional master bedroom in Sydney with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wallpaper.

DARLING POINT HOUSE 2024

No Chintz

While the trend for bedrooms in general is to go for restful colours and relaxing themes, the space in this apartment is soft and all about comfort, but bright, leaning towards the eastern light that streams into the room from the floor to ceiling glass. Celebrating the morning light, the walls are papered in a sunny geometric pattern. Behind a slim pelmet are tucked roller blinds for the hottest rays, but also hung behind the pelmet are floaty, shadowy curtains, lightly lined and adding a dreamy element from which to pass to the balcony of stunning views beyond. A pretty scallop-edged rug on the floor, a framed series of delicate antique batik fabrics in crisp white frames and the master suite is no cookie cutter space you could swap out with another so easily. For herein lies the client’s personality in every detail.

Contemporary Bedroom

Photo of a small contemporary master bedroom in Melbourne with green walls, carpet, black floor and wallpaper.

Studio Uno

Mihaly Slocombe

Studio Uno is an unexpected sanctuary for our client Naomi, a full-time carer and mother. Lying behind an established Brunswick terrace, it takes the shape of a meticulously designed Dependent Persons Unit. Naomi lives with her adult daughter, who has very high support needs. The nature of their circumstances means that living together under one roof isn’t always feasible. Naomi needed a certified DPU that met a simple brief: a dismantlable but quality retreat with warm, robust materials and a calming ambience. We’ve packed as much enduring quality and thoughtful design as possible into a compact footprint. Carefully engineered, the dwelling’s lightweight structure and internal linings enable it to be readily disassembled, transported and rebuilt elsewhere. It replaces the fence at the site’s rear, with its upper mass leaning into one corner to minimise impact on the neighbours’ skyscape. Inside, blackbutt timber and hoop pine plywood dominate the palette to create a warm, low-contrast and relaxing environment. The ground floor features dual sliding doors connecting to the courtyard and laneway, with a versatile living area between for retreat, Naomi’s art practice and above all, peacefulness. Lining the wall is a simple kitchenette, cabinetry, and a clever door concealing the bathroom. A staircase leads to the loft bedroom above, made deliberately cosy and secluded by the dwelling’s tapered form. It’s punctured only by a small window to the lane and a skylight above, offering light and ventilation without compromising privacy.

Modern Classic

schemes & spaces

A calm and soothing master bedroom with bay window and window seat.
Design ideas for a large transitional master bedroom in Sydney with green walls and medium hardwood floors.

Cremorne Residence

Jodie Carter Design

Master bedroom featuring vj panelled wall and bedhead ledge in Dulux Snowy Mountains Quarter
Photo of a large beach style master bedroom in Sydney with white walls, travertine floors and panelled walls.

Coogee Styling Project

Colourcube Interiors

Coogee Master Bedroom Styling Project
This is an example of a contemporary master bedroom in Perth.

Recently Completed Home on Kiawah Island, SC

Seamar Construction Group

Inspiration for a large transitional master bedroom in Charleston with white walls and carpet.

Desert Retreat

Friedman & Shields

Design ideas for a large contemporary master bedroom in Phoenix with medium hardwood floors, grey walls and brown floor.

Homey Project

Blue Copper Design

blue accent wall, cozy farmhouse master bedroom with natural wood accents.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country master bedroom in Phoenix with white walls, carpet, beige floor and panelled walls.

Bedrooms by Mary Hannah Interiors

Mary Hannah Interiors

Photographed by Robert Radifera Photography Styled and Produced by Stylish Productions
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style master bedroom in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Santa Monica Spanish

Albina & Co.

Inspiration for a large transitional master bedroom in Los Angeles with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, beige floor and vaulted.

Richard

Rosewood Custom Builders

Inspiration for a large transitional master bedroom in Dallas with grey walls, carpet, no fireplace and grey floor.

Chicago Condo Remodel

Normandy Remodeling

These floor to ceiling book shelves double as a storage and an eye- capturing focal point that surrounds the head board, making the bed in this master bedroom, the center of attention. Learn more about Chris Ebert, the Normandy Remodeling Designer who created this space, and other projects that Chris has created: https://www.normandyremodeling.com/team/christopher-ebert Photo Credit: Normandy Remodeling

Waker St

Wendy Mauro Design

Large beach style master bedroom in Charleston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Transitional Interior in Greenwich, CT

Georgio Home

This is an example of a large transitional master bedroom in New York with grey walls, carpet and no fireplace.

Carpet Flooring

Carpet World of Martinsburg

Large transitional master bedroom in DC Metro with black walls, carpet, no fireplace and brown floor.

Pheasant House

Cathie Hong Interiors

This builder-grade townhome got a cosmetic makeover from head to toe, complete with new fixtures, millwork, flooring & furniture.
This is an example of a large scandinavian master bedroom in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor and vaulted.

Fruit Street

Sage Market + Design

Freebird Photography
Photo of a beach style master bedroom in Boston with white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Master Bedroom Design Ideas

Browse Our Photo Gallery for Bedroom Ideas

If you’re looking for decorating ideas for your bedroom, you’ve come to the right place. At Houzz you can browse a large image gallery of inspiration for your bedroom. Whether you’re deciding on which paint colour goes with which floors, how to style a master or guest bedroom or how to make a bedroom appropriate for teenagers, you’re sure to find pictures that’ll inspire you, as well as professionals such as interior designers and storage designers to help you turn your ideas into reality. Here’s a few more points to keep in mind.

How to Decorate a Bedroom

The bedroom is usually quite a simple room. The design and layout is far less complicated than a kitchen or bathroom, so you can put a lot of focus on the decoration, style and colours you’re using. Start by thinking about who will be using the bedroom. Is it you alone? With your partner? Your teenage children? That’ll set the tone for your style.

Choosing a Bedroom Style

Next, think about what mood you want to evoke. Do you have trouble sleeping? Maybe opt for a calming blue. Do you want to set the mood for romance with your partner? Fuller, darker colours may be a better match then. Consider if you want to have a TV in your bedroom. If yes, do you want it on display or hidden? Or maybe you want to have a little office within your bedroom? You may be better off styling with neutral colours, but putting emphasis on the right inspiring artwork. In that case, you may also need to think of smart storage solutions so you can keep your workspace tidy and not let it interfere with your sleep. Have a browse through our images to get a feel for what appeals to you, and don’t forget to pay attention to lighting as well.

The Elements of a Bedroom

There’s a few things that are key to how you feel when you walk into your bedroom - mainly it comes down to floors, walls, furniture and decoration. If you’re renting you may not be able to touch the floors or walls and will have to work with what you have. If it’s your own house however, you may be wondering which colour to paint the walls so they go with your floors, or so you can make a small bedroom appear bigger. Pay attention to these elements in the photos. Once the basics are in place, decorating is where the fun begins. Choose a feature to be the focus of your room. That can be a beautifully upholstered headboard, a fancy mirror, a few indoor plants, or simple and clean white bedding combined with a fluffy rug. Once you are ready to hire a professional to help, jump onto the Houzz directory. No matter where you are, you're going to find the right expert to help. Whether you're looking for a Home Stylist in Melbourne or a Cabinet Maker in Sydney, you will find what you are looking for and need for your bedroom renovation project.