4 Bedroom Decor Ideas to Keep You Cozy this Winter

Does winter’s imminent approach have you ready to hibernate? Would you rather flee than ski when you see snow? Don’t worry, you aren’t alone. For every person that loves making snowmen and sledding down big hills, there’s someone who’d rather stay inside with some cocoa and a good book. If early nights, chilly winds, and blustery days turn you into a hermit, make sure you’ve got the coziest space to hide out in. We’ve got four tips to transform your bedroom decor and keep you cozy and warm until June. Here’s what you need for a long winter’s nap.

Warm Palette – Rich hues like rose gold, copper, and gray are what your bedroom needs this winter. They’re pleasing to the eye, not too bright or dark, and using them in a monochromatic color scheme will help make your space seem larger. We especially love the rose gold in the image below. This luxurious shade is a fun step away from the traditional grays that have dominated most color palettes, while still letting you enjoy all the advantages of a more subtle scheme.

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Soft Lighting – Since it gets dark much earlier in the winter, creating a cozy space during this season is all about finding the right lighting. Anything too intense can be jarring, but you run the risk of making things gloomy if you choose something too dim. We’re a fan of these sweet fixtures. Their industrial aesthetic adds a sense of modernity to the space, and will keep things bright without being too overpowering.

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Plush Textiles – Soft, thick carpeting, bedding, and pillows all contribute to a cozy space. You want to create an environment you can easily curl up in, and plush textiles all lend themselves to this goal. These luxurious elements help eliminate the rough edges of the room, and subsequently the world, making it easier to drift to sleep.

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Rustic Accents – There’s something about exposed beams and bricks that make us want to get under a blanket and read Dickens. Maybe not everyone has this response, but we feel like it’s pretty universal. Using simple accents takes us back to a simpler time, and invites a sense of coziness and comfort into a room.

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We hope these ideas help you create a comfortable, cozy bedroom this winter. If you refresh your bedroom decor for the season, make sure to share snaps of your new space with us! Tweet or Instagram @HomeShows your pictures with the hashtag #WinterWonderland – we’d love to see what you create! 

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This or That: Pillow Fight!

Today we’re asking you to choose between the bedding below. Do you think Option A is luxurious or excessive? Is Option B simple or boring? The designs below both seem to beg the question: is there really such a thing as too many pillows?

Option A

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Option B

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You be the judge. Where would you like to curl up after a long day? How many pillows do you need to get comfortable? 

Our Choice:

Although we would personally have somewhere between two and ten pillows on our bed, when choosing between extremes we prefer Option A. Minimalism can be an intriguing and even compelling design element, but for bedding it can sometimes be harsh. Having several pillows on your bed creates a soft and inviting focal point. It also allows you to play with patterns and textures without committing to wallpaper or an intense paint color. You can add depth without consequence – switching out pillows is one thing; removing wallpaper is an entirely different project.

Actually sleeping with ten pillows might cause you some serious neck pain, so we have to ask: how many pillows are on your bed when you turn in for the night? Do you and your partner always agree about what stays on the bed? Let us know below. And remember, for more bedroom decor advice make sure to check out the Marketplace Events home show nearest you.

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Dark vs. Light Master Bedrooms

The colour of your bedroom is truly about personal preference, so today we're presenting you with two carrying options.  It's light room versus dark room, and with natural wood elements incorporated in both, the true winner will be the one that gives off the most relaxing vibes.  Which will you choose? Will it be the serene white space with a zen atmosphere, or the charcoal space complete with rich fabrics and soothing lighting? Check them out below... 

This zen space was featured at the GTA Home Show, it is fully furnished by Artemano. 

This luxurious space was featured at the Toronto Fall Home Show with furniture from Casalife. 

Which bedroom do you prefer?

For more bedroom ideas check out our fully stacked Pinterest board here.

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