A masculine bedroom can still be elegant, stylish and cool.
A badly-designed small bedroom with black furniture can appear cramped and dark. Often, a masculine color palette appears bland and unwelcoming, but this need not be the case. With the correct use of colors, careful furniture placement and clever storage options, it is a fairly simple process to create a stylishly cool and modern space that feels light and airy.
Instructions
1. Paint the ceiling white to create a sense of height in a small room. Paint skirting boards and woodwork with white glossy paint to create a fresh, clean appearance.
2. Lay a light, neutral-colored flooring such as wood, or natural fiber carpets such as hemp, sea grass or sisal. As an alternative to replacing the floor, cover the existing floor with a large natural fiber rug.
3. Paint the walls in a neutral color with cool undertones, such as steel blue or light gray. Cool colors visually recede, making the room appear more spacious.
4. Position furniture so that the door opens fully, if the dimensions of the room allow. If the door doesn't open fully, it creates a cramped feeling. Black furniture is a stylish and sophisticated option for a man's bedroom, and makes a dramatic contrast against the light, cool-colored walls.
5. Use under-bed boxes for additional storage to eliminate the need to add extra furniture. Use low furniture instead of tall pieces to create a sense of space.
6. Keep window dressings simple to allow maximum natural light into the room. A simple blind is a good option for a man's room. Soften the look with plain curtains.
7. Dress the bed with light-colored, masculine bedding, such as a range of grays, light blues or a combination of the two. Add a splash of bright color with a red cushion to make a bold statement against the cool colors of the room. Add a black cushion or blanket to the bed to tie in with the black furniture. Use silk or satin for a luxury feel, and suede and leather cushions for texture.
8. Hang black and white photographic prints in simple clip frames for a