Bedroom Furniture Guaranteed to Dazzle

Sleeping comprises about one third of the average persons life, reports say.  But consider everything else done in the bedroom; that's a lot of time!  Style and comfort, then, should be a top priority.  Fortunately, thanks to modern materials and designs (not to mention what we sometimes don't like to admit: good marketing), any style imaginable can be delivered.

Consider the opposite of current modern furniture styling – the beautiful American Colonial style.   Though "four poster" these days brings to mind images of rock bands, it also refers to the classic bed  style. Headboards are elegantly carved from woods such as oak or maple and look spectacular. A cloth canopy with draperies is often added.

It is surprising that the post-Revolutionary style of ordinary merchants now is the style of the elegant and well-heeled bedroom of today.  Whether a chest that can be used to store a thick down comforter or a bureau that matches your American Colonial style, this style reflects our historical heritage.

Asian designs became popular around the turn of the 20th century and continued on to the present. The hallmarks of the style — efficiency and minimalism — are the epitome of modern elegance.  They also make possible a range of colors that few other choices can encompass. The Asian color palette has gorgeous hues such as beautiful reds, vibrant greens, and the colors of the sun and sky.  Modern design even incorporates aspects of Asian design, as in the noguchi table.

An armoire of slick black lacquer, inlaid with mother of pearl is one possibility.   But even a simple jade or ceramic bowl on the dresser used to hold jewelry and coins can add a touch of Asia to the bedroom. The result is both cool and hot, both sexy and stylish. By integrating the concept of yin and yang, Asian bedding and furniture brings both an exotic flair and cultural elegance associated with Asian culture.  A set of satin goose-down pillows in Mandarin red is sure to be both comfortable and visually stunning. An area rugs in matching design to keep the feet off that cold hardwood floor is both stylish and practical. That’s the way of Asian design.

Swedish and Scandinavian design gained popularity in the 1950s. The popularity of the design hasn’t waned in the intervening years. And who would question why? Swedish design features clean lines and gorgeous yet simple elegance.

It harkens back to an older style such as that of the Shakers, suggesting simplicity and peaceful living. That's always appreciated in these hectic modern times.   But it also is an echo of the high-tech look that dominates computers, stereo designs and much more today. With this setup, you can integrate easily with other styles in the house, while maintaining a place of refuge from the world. The best of all possible worlds!

Whatever style suits your taste, and it could even be an eclectic mixture of many, you'll find modern bedding and bedroom furniture or accent designs available to match.   Considering that you spend about one third of your life in your bedroom, it makes sense to invest in beautiful furniture and accents.