While much attention has been placed on kitchen and outdoor space design trends in recent years, the bedroom remains a sanctuary for relaxation and retreat. It may be time to consider transforming your sleeping space into a personal haven that reflects your needs and preferences. Noz Nozawa notes a growing interest in investing in primary bedrooms for self-care, emphasizing the importance of creating a space that promotes well-being.
Leading designers share insights on upcoming bedroom design trends for 2025. Designing with a focus on mental and physical health is a key theme, with an emphasis on joyful designs that reduce stress through playful shapes and bold colors. Additionally, there is a growing importance placed on creating age-friendly and accessible bedroom designs, as well as sensory-friendly spaces for neurodiverse individuals.
Jamie Rummerfield stresses the need for bedroom retreats that offer sumptuous comfort, luxurious bedding, and natural elements. Ellen Kavanaugh suggests creating a peaceful atmosphere by removing distractions like TVs and workspaces in favor of seating areas. Incorporating plant life and soothing colors can further enhance the relaxing ambiance of the bedroom.
As wellness continues to play a significant role in design, 2025 promises to be an exciting year for innovative bedroom designs focused on promoting relaxation and rejuvenation.
Stephanie Sabbe suggests moving away from using blackout lining in modern design, emphasizing the importance of waking up with natural sunlight for a healthy daily rhythm. Honey Collins enjoys incorporating soft, muted colors or textured wallcoverings in primary bedrooms to create a light and airy retreat. In a primary bedroom designed by Phillip Thomas, a 1920s Berkshires home showcases a blush grasscloth wallcovering, a spacious seating area, and a mix of patterns for an elegant yet peaceful ambiance.
Collins recommends using a guest room as a space for experimenting with bold colors and patterns that might be too daring for one’s own bedroom. A joyful guest bedroom in a Newport Beach house designed by Suzanne Rheinstein and Gil Schafer features a sculptural canopy bed and vibrant floral prints for a welcoming retreat. Zeke Jordan from Loudermilk Jordan notes the trend of bringing hotel suite elements into private residences, such as creating serene bedrooms with a spa-like ambiance and adding seating areas for relaxation.
Looking ahead to bedroom design in 2025, there is a return to nostalgic traditional styles with cleaner lines and tailored looks. Sabbe and Joy Moyler mention the popularity of heavily draped bed canopies for a cozy and enclosed feel, departing from the minimalist hangings of recent years. In architect James B. Laughlin’s well-traveled bedroom in Birmingham, a blend of crisp lines, antiques, and fresh flowers evoke the ambiance of luxury hotels and the home’s rich history.
Like in this bedroom by Barrie Benson, lush velvet floor-to-ceiling draperies cocoon the bed, with billowy window treatments adding balance and allowing ample natural light to filter through. Designers are shifting focus to intricate details in bedroom decor, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful lighting.
“I’ve noticed a rise in kinetic design elements that move gracefully with the surroundings,” says Nozawa. “The concept of bedside lampshades with fringe gently swaying as you start your day embodies a ‘perfectly imperfect’ wabi-sabi style that perfectly suits a bedroom.” Kavanaugh mentions a trend towards sleeker nightstands paired with statement lamps for a chic look, favoring combinations like Murano glass bases with grasscloth shades.
Unique lighting choices can elevate a space, as seen in this tropical bedroom by Ellen Kavanaugh in a Sea Island residence. Carmel Brantley advocates for a minimalist approach to bedding, opting for a single luxurious textile instead of piles of pillows, favoring soft velvets and cashmere for added drama.
Kavanaugh suggests moving away from traditional duvet inserts and covers in favor of coverlets with intricate embroidery for a more relaxed feel. In a mid-century Dallas home styled by Meredith McBrearty, a balance between simplicity and richness is achieved through skillful editing, creating a visually captivating space that exudes luxury.
