Saying no to a traditional bedroom: How to style a bed on the floor

If you’re contemplating giving your bed a makeover, why not change things up a bit? A bed without a base/frame/headboard might seem odd, but a nest on the floor can create a pretty spectacular centre piece, if you know all the styling tricks. Plus, it’ll save you a heap of money, and a dreaded trip to Ikea.

1. On the down low

To ensure your lowered bed doesn’t look out of place, lower the entire room’s centre of gravity. Use a low bedside table and framed artworks placed on the floor to help synchronised the space.

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2. Beautiful bedding

The bedding you choose can make all the difference. It can act as the key feature that pulls the room together, while providing a welcoming, attractive space for relaxation. Add layers, colours and textures to create interest and warmth. 

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3. Cushion crush

Scattered cushions propped against the wall can act as a substitute for a headboard and bulk up your styling palette. 

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4. Balance is key

Choose a colour scheme and stick to it, repeating hues throughout the bedroom to create synergy and calm. 

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5. Keep it clean

This is a vital tip to follow. Having the bed on the floor means you need to keep things neat and tidy so as to avoid the ‘Just-rolled-out-of-bed-at-midday-and-am-late-for-a-uni-lecture’ feel that this trend runs the risk of becoming. This is not a style for the messy or lazy among us!

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