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Sanctuary
Create the Perfect Place to Rest
As the space in which we sleep – and start and end our days – the bedroom is easily the most personal room in our homes. For too many people, the bedroom is functional space, often the last room in the house to be decorated. But with the right planning and decor, it can become a personal sanctuary that calms, centers and energizes.
Davis Remignanti, Furniture.com's lead design consultant, offers these easy design tips on how to transform even the most traditional "sleep space" into an instant personal getaway:
Get Away From It All: Start by thinking "sanctuary" and begin designing a true retreat with a focus on your favorite pastime. Whether you love to paint, read, exercise or listen to music, dedicate a space to doing what you love best. Don't crowd your activity – provide the desk space, storage or comfy seating that it requires. Let the rest of your room design flow from your interest center. Sketch your concepts online at Furniture.com's Room Planner.
Savor Your Zzzzz's: At the end of the day, the bedroom is about sleeping, and your bed is where you likely spend around a third of each day. Since a good night's sleep will make all the difference tomorrow, consider upgrading your mattress, adding a pillow top style or simply adding fresh new bedding. Then, stretch out and relax.
Shun the Distractions: Escape from the world by hiding away your larger electronics – television, stereo components and computer – in an armoire that provides easy access to your media channels (and the outside world) when you want them, but is even easier on the eyes when you don't.
Showcase Your Passion(s): If you love it, let it show. When redecorating, resist the impulse to pack away your mementoes. Instead, look for opportunities to showcase the souvenirs and photos of what you love to do and the people you love to be with. A true retreat is not just a getaway, but also a celebration of your passions.
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