A good night's sleep isn’t necessarily as simple as a new coat of paint, but there’s something to be said for a room that exudes tranquility. If painting is out of the budget, you can opt for accessories in calming colors. Popper says that pairing soothing blues or earthy greens with dimmable mood lighting makes it easy to adjust the ambiance in your bedroom.
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If you tend to multitask in this space, consider eliminating unnecessary items that might serve as a distraction, such as exercise equipment, work devices and miscellaneous clutter. Devices are on the list, too. They serve as a distraction and can mess with your circadian rhythm. “Leave electronics out of the bedroom, including TVs, tablets and yes, even your phone,” says Christine Stevens, a sleep consultant and coach for exhausted professionals.

You may already be familiar with the idea of sleep hygiene, which is a series of practices, habits and environmental factors that can be adjusted to promote a good night’s sleep. But you might be surprised to see bedroom design on the list of things that can affect your ability to rest. Sleep experts and interior designers agree that your bedroom should be a sleep sanctuary, which means considerations like bedding, color palette, textures, aromatherapy and even storage can go a long way towards helping you get the sleep you deserve.

“You want to feel like you’re away at a spa,” says Elizabeth Vergara, owner and principal at Vergara Homes. She says the idea is to emphasize tranquility and a sense of calm to set the stage for restful sleep, and Christine Stevens, a sleep consultant and coach for exhausted professionals, seconds that notion. I spoke with these experts and others for guiding design principles and specific tips to make your bedroom dream worthy.