Decorating a Guest Bedroom

by Joey Lewitin

The guest bedroom is the one room in the house that you aren’t decorating for yourself. Therefore when you go to design the rooms décor, it is important not to get in your own way. Overdoing the decoration in this room will only serve to reinforce the fact that your guest is not in their own home, and as comfortable as they may be with you, they will never be as comfortable as they would in their own setting. On the other hand, failing to place those few simple pieces that make a room feel homey; will leave the guest room feeling cold and empty.

Co-ordinated Bed Linen

Bed in a bag is a popular concept in today’s modern décor world because people value quality matching bed linens. Coordinating bed linens can give your bedroom or guest room an extra touch of class and also make for easy separating of the laundry by room. Most people would rather sleep on coordinated bed linens that bed sheets that don’t match as having matching bed linens is just one little way of showing you care about every aspect of your life.

Matching bed sheets add comfort to your bedding, and make coordinating accents easier as well. By having bed linens that match, you will be able to stick with a favorite color palette or pattern and extend it into the rest of the bedroom. Having bed sheets that are different patterns, fabrics and designs may seem like the economical solution, but matching bed linens make life easier in the long run and are very affordably priced in today’s quality home decor market.

Adults and children both benefit from coordinated bed linens. Having matching bed sheets gives people the feeling of luxury experienced in fine hotels, but every day in your home and on your own bed. Comfortable bed linens that match will likely keep you sleeping well longer than those that are old, tattered and simply do not go together. Humans like balance and harmony, and coordinate bed linens give peace of mind.

Today you can find coordinated bed linens in all styles, fabrics, and weights. Just about every coordinating bed sheet set you can think of exists. With mix and match coordinated separates you can often have matching bed sheets that look and feel great at affordable prices, but you can also find coordinated sets packaged together as well.

Arguably the most important item in the guest room, the item that turns it from an extra room into a guest bedroom, is the bed. The bed does not have to be visible, and this is your first choice. You can have a regular bed, a fold out couch or futon, or a semi permanent bed such as a cot or an air bed.

A regular bed will cost you some space, and a full mattress can be expensive. If you get a small twin sized bed you can throw some pillows on it, place the long end against a wall, and let it double as a couch. A sofa bed does this even more effectively, creating a room that can have a dual purpose. Futons are also often less expensive then a full mattress. The least expensive method is a removable bed, such as an air bed or cot. This can open the room up completely, allowing it to double as a gym, sitting room, or library. Usually these beds are very uncomfortable however some of the better quality air mattresses are being made to higher and higher standards. Be sure to try it out before you buy, and make sure that you only get one that is self inflatable.

After you have settled on the bed you have to fill in furniture. If the room doubles as something else, such as a gym, you will have to work around that. A traditional guest room will contain a set of drawers, and a small table. Additionally you can add TV stands, plant stands, or desks, if you have the room. Think of a hotel. They provide just enough to make a person feel comfortable, but they are sure never to clutter the room.

For ambience you can add lamps and different lighting. Lighting is a decoration on its own that is much understated. A floor or desk lamp can provide both light and décor. Adding a television or a radio is also a nice touch if it’s in the budget. These items can be used even when the room is unoccupied, as a way to relax in a secluded setting.

The finishing décor touches should be small. Any artwork placed in the room should be restrained, don’t force extreme tastes on others. Impressionistic prints are often the right touch to complete the room. Wall clocks or desk clocks are also a nice way to make a room feel more comfortable.

Decorating a guest room is fairly uncomplicated. You want to provide just enough so that the person in the room is comfortable, without overloading them with your decoration. Just remember to keep it simple, and you should be able to design a room that will make it hard for you to get your houseguests to go.

About the Author

Joey Lewitin is an author, artist, and designer of home décor accessories made from imported stone. Original designs from him and other artisans can be seen at
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