3 bedroom decorating ideas to bring colour to your home

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Colour = joy, and these bedroom decorating ideas have colour in spades. With three different options for drenching your room in pinks, paisleys and lots of stripes, you’ll have a good night’s sleep in a room that’s styled perfectly to you. Pair with a few colourful homewares as chosen by the BHG team, and your style is sorted for 2025.

Be bold

Richly hued-paint and a strong theme can create warmth and comfort in a sleepy sanctuary.

pink painted room with fancy artwork mustard yellow curtains and bedroom decorating ideas for a bold colour drenching style — Robin upholstered bedhead in Natural, $599.99, from Linen House. Linen quilt cover set in Sandalwood, from $285, and heavy linen bedcover in Cherrywood, from $475, all from I Love Linen. Alacha Amaro cushion, $175 (with feather insert), from Walter G. IKEA Listerby side table in oak veneer, $149. “Ulu No II” art print, from $9.95, from Olive et Oriel. Art prints “Violet Over Orange” and “White Over Red” by Mark Rothko, from $55.20 each, from Atollo Printshop. Olivia Boho rug, from $199, from Miss Amara. *(Photography: Will Horner, Styling: Kate Lincoln)*

Tips for your glow space

Use a considered palette of warm, earthy hues in the same tonal range to compose a cosy and comforting sanctuary.
Paint feature walls in soft yet rich colours to envelop and cocoon a space.
Keep furniture to a minimum to give your room space to breathe. Start with a bedhead, side table and lamp, then add storage to de-clutter.
Choose good-quality bedlinen such as silky bamboo sheets or hard-wearing linen that gets softer with every wash. Bedcovers are an on-trend way to layer and add colour.

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fisherman themed red blue and white room with stripy bed linen and bedroom decorating ideas for a more masculine setting — Robin bedhead in Natural, $599.99, from Linen House. Vintage Stripe quilt cover set in Denim, from $319.99, from Linen House; Pello wool blanket, $279, from Sage & Clare. Como 60cm cushions in Rhubarb, $109.95 each, from Weave. Double Waves 60cm cushion in Rust, $209, from Bonnie & Neil. IKEA Kyrre stool in bright blue, $25. “Low Noise Cassette Tape Poster 1974”, from $55.20, from Atollo Printshop. “Blue Hearts” by Anne-Marie Volfova art print, from $9.95, from Olive et Oriel. “Sunday” by Vynka Hallam limited edition print, from $700, from Vynka’s Art. Agra rug in Marlin, from $5000, from Armadillo. *(Photography: Will Horner, Styling: Kate Lincoln)*

Tips for a playful pad

Use a contrasting colour scheme to make a room vibrant. Blue is considered a restful colour (perfect for a bedroom), while red can be used as a dramatic accent, adding a shot of energy.
Layer with textures and patterns. Throws and cushions will add visual interest and make your bed feel even more inviting.
Use lighting to create ambience – it has a huge impact. Bedside lamps throw more relaxing pools of light, making it easier for you to unwind.

Pretty patterns

Embrace designs that make you smile and play with your favourite shades. Pink and green creates a cheerful nostalgia.

bedroom decorations with lots of paisley flowers and bright pastels — Robin bedhead in Natural, $599.99, from Linen House. Marianne floral European pillowcases, $120 for two, Floss Check full ruffle pillowcases, $150 for two, and Marianne & Harriet double-sided quilt, from $190, from Society of Wanderers. Shorty locker in Butter, $229, from Mustard Made. “Left You Better” artwork by Kylie Findlay, $360, from The Toowoomba Gallery. “Papiers Decoupes III” art print, from $9.95, and “Mellow” by Danhui Nai framed canvas art print, from $299.95, from Olive et Oriel. Thatch rug in Pink Salt, from $1800, from Armadillo. *(Photography: Will Horner, Styling: Kate Lincoln)*

Tips for a beautiful boudoir

Have fun with happy colours and patterns but use them sparingly in a room designed for rest.
Use white sheets as a base as they work year-round and can be layered with cushions and blankets for seasonal updates. It’s an easy way to change-up the feel of a room for the time of year.
Lay out a generous rug to anchor the bed, add warmth underfoot and help absorb sound. Balance your patterns by using a block colour rug – that way, it won’t feel ‘too much’ visually.

Editor Megan Osborne Editor of Better Homes and Gardens

Megan has a passion for all things home and garden. She has experience in journalism, editing and brand strategy across the categories of food, wine, travel, lifestyle, homes and more. With a degree in fine arts, she looks at a brand holistically, to ensure the written and visual experience delivers true value for a reader. She's particularly passionate about gardening, food and interiors. Her apartment balcony is at risk of being overrun by every colour of flower imaginable, as well as homegrown fruit, vegies and herbs.

Chief sub-editor Jo McKinnon Chief sub-editor

Jo McKinnon has written about homes and gardens for more than three decades. She has also tackled subjects from health to science and finance. She has a Bachelor of Arts (Communications) from UTS. She relaxes by lying in bed and reading recipes she’ll never make (well, maybe one day).

3 bedroom decorating ideas to bring colour to your home