The bedroom is the most personal and intimate space in your home. It’s the room where you’ll likely spend the most time at home (sleeping hours included) and want to retreat to after a long day. It goes without saying that this space should feel like a soothing and rejuvenating oasis, but since few other people will ever enter inside, it’s also a perfect opportunity to put your personal sense of style on full display. Balancing these two objectives isn’t easy, but it can be achieved through thoughtful and deliberate design choices. Read on for top tips for creating a modern and relaxing bedroom that is uniquely you.
What’s popular in modern interior design has become so broad that it can be difficult to achieve a modern aesthetic that’s cohesive, much less one that induces restful relaxation. Never fear. All you need is a plan and a clear vision to keep your design on track. When it comes to furnishing your perfect modern bedroom (or any room for that matter), we recommend starting with a central theme or focal point to act as a lodestar for the entire design. This will keep your room looking polished and put together, without crossing over into chaotic. This can come in the way of a homed in modern style, or a concise color palette might be just the ticket. 
A few different styles are favorites in modern design today. The Scandinavian aesthetic is ideal if you want to achieve a chic look and want to keep the color in your bedroom to a minimum. Mid century modern pieces are another popular choice making the rounds on Pinterest and in interior design magazines. If clean lines and muted colors aren’t your thing, the maximalist style is also making a comeback in retort to the constant barrage of white walls and white furniture. The key to perfecting maximalism is ensuring there’s a place for everything and everything is in its place so the space looks chic, never cluttered.
The bed is of course the focal point of the bedroom. To balance looks and utility, above all, choose a bed that is comfortable. Upholstered headboards are a great option if you enjoy reading or browsing the web in bed, and they also look completely chic at the center of your furniture arrangement. Wood frames are also more comfortable that you might think, which offers the perfect cue to bring in the mid century modern bedframe.
Lighting is the final element you’ll add to your bedroom, and it’s arguably one of the most important. Don’t rely on just using an overhead light here—one light source will cast harsh shadows and make the space feel cold and uninviting. The right mix of lighting on the other hand adds a final decorative flourish and helps to soften the space after dark. Bonus points for any modern fixtures that play double duty as decorative accents. You’ll want an overhead light, a bedside lamp for reading, and a floor lamp to cast light at eye level for good measure.
