Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Arrange A Master Bedroom

The master bedroom of a home is generally the largest bedroom, and often has an attached master bathroom. When you arrange your master bedroom, it is important to consider the occupants, the purposes of the bedroom spaces and your personal taste. Enjoy the process, and keep in mind that nothing is permanent; the furniture can always be rearranged into a new configuration.


Instructions


1. Define the uses of the master bedroom. Besides sleeping, what other activities will take place in the master bedroom space? Will you have a television? Treadmill? Space to do yoga or aerobics videos? Consider uses like a home office, computer space, dressing area or a quiet reading nook. Be creative, but be sure not to overuse the space you have; the main purpose of the room should be for sleeping.


2. Choose furniture. Once you have defined the uses of your master bedroom, choose furniture that will suit them. If you will mainly be using the room for sleeping and relaxation, look for a large bed and a comfortable sofa or easy chair. Choose colors that are calming and comforting, like natural shades or pale blues. If you will use your master bedroom for dressing and getting ready, consider adding a three-way mirror and a large vanity table. For entertainment purposes, look for small desks and television stands.


3. Experiment with your arrangement. Once you have your furniture, sketch out a basic layout to avoid straining yourself moving heavy objects. Start with the placement of the bed, and use the remaining space for other furniture. Consider the flow of traffic through the room and the usability of the items. Place a television in an area that is easily visible from the bed; test it by lying on the bed, and adjust for maximum comfort.


For computer stations, consider arranging the desk so that the screen faces away from the sleeping area to avoid sleep disruption. As you arrange your furniture, think about the traffic patterns throughout the room, and avoid placing items in the way. If an entertainment center is near the bathroom or closet door, for example, it may be blocked when the doors open.


4. Take a step back. Once you have a general arrangement of furniture in your master bedroom, do a reality check. Are you putting too much in too little space? Do you have room to move easily about the room without bumping into corners of dressers? Consider your normal activities in the master bedroom, and move any furniture that will hinder those activities.

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