According to a survey conducted by OnePoll, the average American will spend a whopping 36 years in bed throughout their lifetime. However, only half of the surveyed people said they like their bedrooms and enjoy spending time in there besides when it's necessary to sleep. 

But a bedroom should be your getaway. It should be furnished and decorated according to your taste and preferences. Luckily, there's a lot you can do if, currently, one look at it is enough to make you feel uninspired or bored. 

Below, you will find some creative ideas to make the room more personal and cozier. The ideas range from adding a decorative headboard to hanging some art and filling the space with knick-knacks with special meaning to you.

Read on and transform your bedroom into a custom space that feels like the comfiest place in the world!

1. Fill the room with small decorations 

In 2021, maximalism suddenly took the design world by storm, and it seems like it's here to stay. If you feel bored with the simple look of your bedroom, you can choose to fill it with small decorations that have meaning to you. 

You can add a lovely touch by hanging family photos printed on canvas, creating a collage of you and your loved ones, or just framing your favorite pictures and placing them on nightstands and bookshelves.

Collect something, for instance, miniature figurines, personalized candle holders, crystals, video games merchandise, or pop culture collectibles. Your bedroom might be the perfect space to display them and keep them safe at the same time.

Also, you might want to try out DIY projects to make some cute decorations yourself, such as string art made of colorful thread, canvas paintings, or miniature clay sculptures. All of these things will make your bedroom feel more like yours.

2. Get a decorative headboard

If you've been wondering how to make your bed look and feel cozier, you might consider adding a decorative headboard to your bed setup. Not only does a headboard provides a furniture piece with additional support, making it more sturdy and comfortable, but it also protects your wall against abrasion. Besides the practical uses, a headboard can also give your bedroom a unique feel. 

You can go online and explore your favorite stores, such as IKEA or Anthropologie, searching for trendy and beautiful headboards. Furthermore, many designers these days offer custom headboard designs you can choose from to get something that perfectly matches the rest of your decor. If you want to save money, though, or you're particularly picky, you can also create a DIY headboard by following YouTube tutorials from other crafters.

3. Hang artwork 

Another creative way to spruce up and personalize your bedroom is to invest in artwork. If you feel like your walls are too plain and make the room feel empty and cold, start looking for paintings, drawings, collages, tapestries, and wall sculptures to fill the space with something that speaks to you. 

You can easily find an abundance of wall art online by browsing shops such as Westwing, Wayfair, or Etsy. Alternatively, you can also use your photographs and paintings to create a great gallery wall for your bedroom. 

Besides, you may choose from many ready-made wall art pieces available online that feature words, quotes, or pretty designs of flowers, hearts, or animals. One of the best things about them is that they are easy to customize to have your favorite quote on the wall right above your bed for a daily dose of inspiration.

4. Add a stylish rug 

Putting a small area rug next to your bed can be a perfect way to add a personal touch and tie the whole look together. You can also opt for a larger one to cover the entire floor around your bed. It will be nice to stand on something nice and fluffy every morning. 

Are you living in the Bay Area like us? Check out the San Francisco Design Center for the best sf rugs, where you can choose from an excellent selection of modern, classic, and antique rugs.

For a cozy vibe, go for natural burlap, jute, or wool-blend rugs for the bedroom.

What if your house already has carpet in the bedroom? Don't worry. Layering rugs on top of carpets has been a well-known trend for quite some time now. Small decorative rugs and oversized area rugs are ideal whenever you need to bring some warmth to the room. 

Rugs can also help you make the space look more polished, as they're perfect for covering any imperfections of the flooring, such as scratches or stains. If you play around with colors, you can create something that looks both inviting and visually appealing.

5. Create a cozy reading nook 

A cozy reading nook will bring much-needed comfort and relaxing space to your house. You can turn a corner of the room into an alcove by hanging some drapes from the ceiling, adding a big armchair or a bean bag, some fluffy pillows, and a mid century modern floor lamp.

If you have a small space and really want a reading area it's best to consider adjustable beds for the best reading position, it provides maximum comfort and multiple health benefits. To learn more about adjustable beds, visit Sleep Education for more info.

For a beautiful ambiance, consider hiding some battery-operated fairy lights in the curtains or on the back of your chair.

When you're finished, all that's left for you to do is pick up a book and sit down and relax!

Wrapping up

To sum up, there are many easy and inexpensive ways to transform your bedroom into a space that feels cozy and inviting, helping you relax and unwind after a long day. Whether you choose to fill it with your favorite knick-knacks, install a decorative headboard, or add a cozy rug, you should be able to create a comfortable room worth spending time in.

Hopefully, the ideas included in this article will inspire you to look at your bedroom and see how you can change the way it looks. Don't be afraid to get creative; everyone has a different taste, so that you can try out some new ideas for bedroom decor. Good luck and don't forget to have fun!

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