, suggests mixing things up to create a more social moment that blends comfort and style. “Eschew the traditional end-of-the-bed bench in favor of a couple of comfy chairs,” Sanders recommends. “Not only do separate chairs provide more flexible, movable seating, they also break the room into distinct livable zones for sleeping and lounging.” Sticking to softer colors like the pastel palette featured in this bedroom sets the tone to sit back and relax.
Hamptons-based designer Tamara Magel recommends a bench for the end of the bed and remarks, “It fills in large rooms and allows for another layer of decorating.” With a bench being a classic choice for that spot, Magel’s fresh twist involves selecting a piece that will turn up the brightness of the room, as she did with the white version in this bedroom. “I usually keep the fabric light and bright,” Magel says of the bench used in this chic space adorned in shades of white and cream.
Both fashion and function are important in even the most glam of bedroom spaces, according to renowned potter, designer, and author Jonathan Adler. “When it comes to the end of the bed, think seating — a spot to tie your shoes, a place to pop your purse, the perfect site to stash the next day’s sartorial masterpiece,” he suggests. Stools, benches, and tables will all do the trick, but Adler also offers up an even chicer twist: “A small sofa cranks up the glamour,” he shares.
Designer Jenn Feldman likes to dive into bedroom design foot-first. “We like to think of the bedroom as a calming retreat and the foot of the bed as the beautiful welcome into that rest area,” she explains. “It's the anchor of the bedroom space and the first thing that catches your eye in the room.”
Feldman’s recommendation for a piece with maximum design impact? A bench in an interesting fabric, pattern, or texture that plays off the design of the bed itself for a complementary pairing, like the tufted style in this bedroom. “We love creating benches that waterfall seamlessly off the bed frame, elongating the room and the overall space.”
Benches are a natural choice for furniture to place at the foot of the bed, but for that reason, sometimes it’s a challenge to figure out how to infuse a bedroom bench vignette with your own personality. Interior designer and television personality Jeremiah Brent advises, ”Just because it’s a bench doesn’t mean it’s not an opportunity to showcase the things that you love.” From books to bowls to your favorite boots, this bedroom proves there’s no shortage of ways to personalize the space.
Leanne Ford takes a minimal approach to bedroom design, pointing out that simplicity is key — to the tune of not putting any furniture at the food of the bed. “Your bedroom should be a sanctuary, an oasis, a getaway, so keeping it simple is always a good thing,” she explains.
Ford lets textures speak for themselves between walls, floors, and furniture, not to mention slightly tousled bedding. After all, leaving things a little undone always goes a long way to give a bedroom that effortless, “I woke up like this” look.
“Sometimes you need a piece that provides double duty,” notes designer Nancy Mayerfield. She recommends thinking about the functionality of the furniture in the bedroom, particularly in smaller layouts where storage can be at a premium. “A storage ottoman or bench at the foot of the bed gives a place to sit and store when space is more limited,” she offers."
Thanks to her signature colorful bohemian aesthetic, designer, artist, and author Justina Blakeney is no stranger to bold style. That said, she also understands that big style can still fit into smaller spaces and offers a practical approach for decorating a bedroom that’s a little bit short on square footage.
“Often times, a bedroom is one of the smaller rooms in the home, and while I love the look of an upholstered chest or bench at the foot of the bed there isn't always space,” she says. “In smaller spaces, using bedding with a fun trim (like fringe or tassels) that hangs over the edge of the bed can add some visual interest to the area without the need for added furniture.”
Designer Anne Hepfer recommends a pair of stools at the foot of the bed to add to the texture, pattern, and color scheme of a bedroom space. From there, her approach is to focus on layering up. “My work always speaks to layering in a big way,” Hepfer says. “Adding bedside reading materials or home accessories on top of the stools or bench can add many different levels of interest.”
Portland-based interior designer Max Humphrey embraces the challenge of small spaces, showcased in this tiny bedroom design. “There was only room for a single accent chair, which is perfect for throwing your extra bed pillows on at night or as a place to stack your clothes for the day if you don’t have a walk-in closet,” Humphrey recommends.
Bonus tip: “For small rooms like this I like bed frames with no footboard which gives you a little extra space and keeps the room feeling open. To finish the look I use interesting throw blankets or quilts so you don’t have to worry about hospital corners when you tuck in your sheets.” With benefits like these beyond the obvious cost savings, could tiny bedrooms be the next tiny houses?
Designer Joshua Greene of Hernandez Greene has a simple solution in mind for a new way to make your bed. Hint: It all starts with textural bedding. “We’re big on textiles, and a well-made bed is all about the right mix of texture,” he explains. “If there is a enough variety between your sheets, blanket, and shams, then a rolled up duvet at the foot of the bed might be all that you need."
Interior designer Mark Cunningham recommends mixing textures and finishes with a bench at the foot of the bed. In addition to adding character to the room, he states, “It also caps off the end of the bed and is a good place to put on your shoes.” Cozy fabrics and shiny chrome in a tight grey-and-black neutral story between the bench and the bed give this bedroom an elevated, modern look.
Shea McGee opts for layering classic pieces in textured neutrals when it comes to designing and furnishing bedrooms for Studio McGee. "Start from the floor with a soft rug that expands the area visually and feels cozy to wake up to. Then add a statement bench,” instructs McGee. For the last step, “A throw or really great textural blanket is always the finishing touch!”
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