Transform your bedroom with these 10 easy decor tips

Create contrast

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Contrast dark colour palettes with vivid accents, like a patterned rug or vibrant wall art. The combination and placement of the accent chair, wall art and area rug here create a stunning entrance.

Design: The Scientist

Couch appeal

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Every elegant bedroom should have an accent chair or ottoman at the foot of the bed. Make your ottoman work harder and get one with storage space.

See also: SAVE PRECIOUS SPACE WITH THESE 7 BRILLIANT HOME DESIGN IDEAS!

Design: Austin Bean

Play with proportions

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A jumble of shapes and sizes, like oversized mirrors and pots, keep the proportions in the room interesting.

Design: Anna Flanders 

See also: ON A BUDGET? 5 TIPS ON HOW YOU CAN FURNISH YOUR NEW HOME FOR LESS

Go natural

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Natural materials like cork and linen (and green plants!) help imbue a relaxed atmosphere. Side tables in different sizes also create some visual interest in the space.

Design: Anna Flanders

Colour me pretty

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Turn any furniture in the bedroom into an unexpected statement piece by upholstering or painting it a bright hue!

Here are other creative ways to add colour to your home. 

Design: Sisalla

Wake up to beautiful blooms

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Have a pot or vase of fresh flowers in the bedroom. You'll be surprised at the difference it makes!

Design: Jersey Ice Cream Co  

Dress up your wall

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Your bedroom is a reflection of your taste and personality. One great way to do it? Showcase your hobbies on the walls!

See also: 10 COOL WALL PAINTING IDEAS FOR YOUR NEW HOME

Design: KNQ Associates

Too much stuff?

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Turn your knick knacks into decor pieces! The island with a glass lid showcases various accessories. You can also adorn your walls and shelves. The key is to allocate enough space so the effect is stylish, not cluttered. 

Design: Wal Associates

Introduce patterns

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Printed area rugs in the bedroom add warmth and give it an interesting visual appeal with the mix of colour and patterns.

Design: The Carpenter's

Dresser display

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A chest of drawers makes a great place to create a vignette like this one.

Design: Sigmar 

This story was originally published in Home & Decor.