Designers Share Their Favorite Ways to Make a Statement in a Bedroom

“Bedrooms need dramatic ceiling fixtures, great art, and a big mirror moment. The rest should be serene, calm, and clean.” —Drew McGukin, interior designer

“I jump at the opportunity to use color. What’s wrong with a little excitement in the bedroom?” —Gideon Mendelson, interior designer

“I create soothing spaces through harmony of color and texture, and I often include cherished objects that evoke positive memories.” —John Douglas Eason, interior designer

“I like to use wallpaper, as long as it doesn't overwhelm the space. It needs to balance with other elements in the room.” —Kati Curtis, interior designer

“On occasion, you get a client who wants to wake up with a zing and you get to combine colors like coral, brass, and Kelly green.” —Bachman Clem, interior designer

“A dramatic four-poster draws the eye up and creates a sense of architecture and romance in rooms that may not have either.” —Marshall Watson, interior designer

“I pair a bold wall with a contrasting headboard, such as a blue felt wall covering and a linen Chippendale-style headboard.” —Thad Hayes, interior designer