20 Main Bedroom Ideas From Designers to Inspire Your Own

Designed by Elizabeth Georgantas, this 273-year-old home in Nantucket boasts timelessness and tells a story but also feels fresh enough to leave room for a new one to be told. This is particularly true in the main bedroom, where cracked beams are given a fresh coat of crisp white paint above an antique decoupaged bed.

Nothing makes a home homier than a roaring fireplace. If you're lucky enough to have one in the main bedroom, beautify the area around it with a large mirror. We also love the textured blue ceiling and accent wall—it adds a softer touch to the rustic stone wall.

"I wanted to create a bedroom full of personality," designer Jae Joo says of the main bedroom in this Boston Rowhouse. Though classic and understated, the shrunken photo gallery, curved furniture, and colorful accents inject the room with character. The light gray walls are also a welcome departure from the go-to shade of white most bedrooms feature.

Challenge expected layouts and experiment with new ones—you may find that something less cookie-cutter works better for your space. For example, in this bedroom by Raji Radhakrishnan, the floating bed and bedside table help separate the space into separate zones, carving out a bonus sitting area and doubling use-case.

A headboard is cool, but this is your main bedroom, after all, so go all out and add a footboard, canopy, and statement wall, too. A bold pattern and color make any room pop. Take note of this edgy yet classic space by ETC.etera and mix toile fabric with something geometric and mod.

When designing your main bedroom, the only real rule is to be true to your personal style. If that means mixing fun prints and using bold colors, don't hesitate to do so. Take inspiration from Matthew Carter's bold purple window treatments.

Think about how you want to feel in your bedroom and then take it from here. Here, Radhakrishnan was aiming for a "breezy, comfortable," atmosphere. So he opted for white walls, curtains, and bedding, with a mix of midcentury and Japanese-accented pieces.

Ellen Niven took inspiration from traditional Provençal hotels, padding the walls, swathing the headboard and lampshades at her Long Island home in Le Manach's Balmoral blue floral pattern, and hanging a gilt frame. The monogrammed pillows mark a personal touch while the tiger-print throw spices the room up.

Brighten up your bedroom and let the natural light and organic materials do all the work. The formula: White walls, neutral bedding, minimal decor. And, of course, billowing drapes are a must. Better yet, hang an ethereal canopy.

The founder and lead interior designer behind Studio Ashby explains that "a wide upholstered headboard brings more fabric into a bedroom, while enabling the integration of eclectics." Think of it as an extra opportunity to use color without taking up a huge amount of space.

This main bedroom is basically a cloud. The plush, almost glowing carpet makes the whole space feel morel luxe without overwhelming the eye. The end bench and table lamp also introduce great architectural lines.

Wallpapering your whole bedroom might feel a bit daunting, but if you choose a more understated print and stick to a tight color story, it won't be overwhelming. And if you like mixing in vintage pieces, take note. In this room, the contemporary bedding gives the retro-inspired accents, like the clock and wall sconces, a second life. The sconces also free up some room on the side table.

A built-in reading nook in the main bedroom will earn you some major bonus points, style-wise and beyond. It gives the space added intrigue and makes it feel more personalized. Just add throw pillows.

Sweet dreams are made of these exposed beams in a bedroom by Leanne Ford Interiors. Less is more in this effortlessly sophisticated main bedroom. The tall four post bed stretches up the ceiling, making the room feel even bigger than it is. The darker linens contribute to the easy elegance of the space while keeping things earthy and grounded.

Interior designer Brigette Romanek of Romanek Design Studio opted for a sleek caramel leather stool to contrast with the romantic blush bed frame and blue mirror. If you don't have enough room to pull up a bench to the end of your bed, a stool is a great alternative. It'll add that desired design polish and give you somewhere to put on your shoes or store a blanket, but it won't look as bulky or take up as much visual real estate.

If you love the bohemian look but also want your main bedroom room to feel grounded and contemporary, use this space as your guide. Think plush pillows and blond floors, wicker furniture, and neutral-hued linens.

As Sophie of Studio Ashby tells us, "the headboard's low profile allows for a sizeable artwork above the bed." You could also try a gallery wall if you don't have larger artworks to display. "The headboard's muted grey wool mix balances the impact of the cushions and the throw," she adds.

Corey Damen Jenkins balances approachable, comfortable materials with more refined accents and staples, an ideal combination in the main bedroom. It's complete with contemporary light fixtures, a geometric rug, bright pops of color from blue upholstery and throws, and customized surfaces (a beige accent wall, blue wallpaper, and a white ceiling).

Bold, over-the-top black and white carpeting and drapes blend nicely with the glam light fixture, eye-catching artwork, and luxe throw blanket while the delicate pinks and creams on the bed soften up this bedroom by Fawn Galli.

If you keep your bedroom neutral, make an impact with layers of different textures and materials, as designer Heidi Caillier did here. Then set up a little sitting area to hang out in when you're sleeping. Think of it as a bonus, more private living room, complete with a small sofa, accent chair, and coffee table.