Create An Oasis In Your Bedroom

Whatever your style, your bedroom should act as an escape, a place where you can put your feet up and relax after a long day. Need some help creating your bedroom oasis? Try some of these techniques when decorating your space.

Statement lighting fixtures. A sparkling chandelier or statement wall lights at either side of the bed are both functional lighting solutions that create a feeling of luxury in your bedroom space.

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Double up on window treatments. This allows you to block out the sun on those cherished weekend sleep-in mornings, while giving you the added opportunity to layer for a more dynamic design.

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Play with shapes and graphics. If you want to create an interesting space and aren't sure where to start, trying playing with shapes and bold graphics, For example, a statement, custom headboard or furniture set can do wonders for a space.

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Take advantage of your view. Whether your bedroom looks out on a gorgeous mountainscape or the garden in your backyard, try reorganizing your furniture to make the view the focal point.

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For more tips on how to wow guests with your next redesign, visit Mary Taggart, Editor of Ottawa At Home, at the Ottawa Home & Garden Show, March 26-29 at the EY Centre. Mary will be gracing the Main Stage on Saturday, March 28th at 4:30pm, with a presentation on defining your personal style and implementing it into your home decor.