Create a Magazine Worthy Bedroom on a Budget

Your bedroom is the one place where you should be able to relax, unwind, and get a good night's sleep. Not only is organizing and decorating your bedroom a way to beautify your space, but it is also an easy way to improve your health. In this article, we look at a few ideas to decorate and organize your bedroom including the importance of personalizing your most intimate space.

The Science Behind Organized Bedroom

Research shows that an organized bedroom creates peace, lowers stress, and prevents distractions. When you walk into your bedroom, you should feel a deep sense of relief and ease because everything has a place and you're surrounded by the things that you love. Personalization using furniture and decor is one of the easiest ways to improve the way you feel and get a good night's rest. It also makes the bedroom a space you want to spend more time in.

Let's look at how to create organization and beauty in your bedroom and living spaces.

Decor Tips for a Modern Bedroom

1. Increase Storage

Visit Ikea for under bed storage drawers. These drawers are designed with wheels or plastic with sealable lids that you can easily slide out from under your bed. You can find under bed storage drawer for under $50 at The Container Store and Ikea online.

2. Invest in Some Sidetables

A bedroom simply isn't complete without a bedside table. Find contemporary bedside tables from $86 at Overstock.com or side tables with drawers at Castlery between $300 and $450.

For those of us with a small bedroom, there are ways you can use regular furniture pieces to create multi-purpose spaces. For example, a small desk and chair next to the bed could act as both a side table and a desk. You could also use a small chest of drawers next to the bed as a stylish side table with extra storage. To maximize space without spending too much money, look at repurposing. Repurposing is about using furniture or goods in new and interesting ways. You can purchase used furniture online, give it a clean and paint, and then use it in your home as a new and improved piece at a fraction of the cost!

If You Need More Storage in Your Apartment

Even in a fairly sized house, storage never seems to be enough! To help you get organized in your new apartment, you can also check out "How to increase the storage space in your apartment," for some unique ideas and affordable options in the tiniest of spaces.

3. Table Lamps are a Must for a Bedroom

Visit Lampsplus for small table lamps from $29.95 and higher. You can also visit Amazon for special deals.

A table lamp is a great choice for a small space because it provides extra light, it creates an attractive accessory, and it won't take up too much space.

4. Rugs

Home Depot, Amazon, and eBay offer some great deals on rugs that warm the room. If you have a small area it is better to go with a larger rug to make the room feel and look more spacious. For pets and children, opt for a darker carpet that won't show every bit of dirt. You can also choose plush rugs for the bedroom which instantly creates a luxurious look.

5. Purchase Decor You Love

The purpose of decorating a room is to personalize it. When you walk into your home you want to be surrounded by things that make you feel good and add positive energy. Things like a framed picture of you and your loved ones or a memorable event can instantly create positive emotions when you walk into a room, even on a bad day. Décor is also a simple way to modernize rooms or improve its function. If you add shelves to the wall or under-bed storage, you can take a small space with little storage to a practical bedroom you can easily keep organized.

From artwork to hang on the wall to scatter cushions, throws, and ornaments, be sure to add these accessories to create a room you want to spend time in. Remember, decorating an apartment or a house is all about stages. Start with one room, a plan, and a budget. Decorate and improve the most pressing areas of your home ( and storage as you can afford it.