Creating a Dark and Moody Bedroom
If you scroll through the Violet Marsh Interiors blog or peruse our project portfolio, you’d see we love dark, moody bedrooms. Take, for instance, our Jewel Tone Virginia Highlands Primary Bedroom and Reimagined Atlanta Principal Suite. There’s an undeniable allure and romance to a bedroom with a darker ambiance that makes the space feel more intimate, more like a retreat or an escape. Plus, there’s evidence suggesting that sleeping in darker-toned rooms can lead to better rest— something we could all benefit from.
There is an art to crafting such a space, though. It begins with selecting a color palette that sets the mood just right, followed by layering in sumptuous textures to add depth and warmth.
Color Drench the Room
Whether you’re going with paint or wallpaper on the walls, the same tip applies - color drench the room. From the walls to the ceiling to the trim. We lean towards colors that are rich and warm when designing a moody bedroom. In the Reimagined Principal Suite, we took the color from the walls to the vaulted ceiling. The dark wood slat wall complements the beams and makes the space feel extra moody.
Our Moody Wallpaper Selection
Yama Dharmaraja Wallpaper
Paint isn’t the only answer - you can also opt for wallpaper to set the mood. This MINDTHEGAP wallpaper features a bold pattern inspired by the rich Tibetan culture. With rich hues, vintage drawings, and ancient symbols, it checks off every box you look for when selecting a wallpaper for a moody bedroom. Available in two different tones, the other tone being ‘light’, you want to go with ‘dark’ to achieve a dramatic vibe.
Select Statement-Making Furniture
Creating a moody space means making a statement and furniture is a great way to do that. Depending on the color and texture, a large-scale headboard or uniquely shaped chair can go a long way in establishing a mood. In the Morningside New Build Primary Bedroom, we selected a tall, dark and velvety upholstered headboard.
Our Moody Furniture Selections
Eze Triangle Chair
Handcrafted in India from mango wood, the striking design is marked by rich textural imperfections that lend one-of-a-kind character. The exaggerated shapes and tone of wood make this a wonderful accent piece for a bold bedroom.
Finnley Extended Headboard Bed
Talk about large-scale! Featuring a mixed-material design and attached nightstands, this headboard is a chic bedroom suite that can elevate a moody bedroom.
Layer Up with Cozy, Luxurious Textiles
From the floor up, we like to mix in layers of textiles to create a more luxurious feeling in a bedroom. Buttery, organic fabrics go a long way in upping the mood factor of a room. Velvet is great for drapes, seating, bedding or the headboard, while leather also feels right at home on a chair or in the hardware. In the Reimagined Principal Suite, we selected a plush wall to wall carpet which is so soft and cozy on bare feet and as you can see, the layers of fabrics and textures just continue up from there. If you have hardwood floors, it’s important to select a plush, comfy rug to anchor your room’s design and create the cozy feeling that a moody bedroom should have.
Our Moody Textile Selections
Italian Alpaca Boucle Bed Blanket
This ultra-lightweight throw blanket features a luxurious boucle texture to layer with your favorite bedding pieces. Selected in a dark color, it’s the ideal layering piece for a moody bedroom.
Ifran Rug
Rugs are the foundation of a room and in a moody bedroom, the rug must be comfy, cozy, and of course, beautiful. Intricately hand-knotted by artisans in the Middle Atlas Mountains of Morocco, this rug is perfectly plush with a stunning design.
Add Drama with Lighting
We can’t stress enough how much of an impact lighting has on a space. Both the light fixtures and the lighting itself create depth, height, interest, and can draw attention to your most impressive focal points. If it’s possible, in a bedroom we like the formula of a ceiling light and wall sconces or lamps on either side of the bed then candles scattered about for ambiance. The lighting of a moody bedroom should be soft (we suggest dimmers) and should come from a few places around the room, not just the ceiling. The wall sconces in our Luxe Atlanta Condo Primary Bedroom are so fun.
Our Moody Lighting Selections
Ara Pendant
A statement pendant rendered in rows of hand-rolled clay beads, this piece could work as a ceiling fixture or as dramatic bedside lighting.
Moments Unwind Candle Bowl
A candle is a must in a bedroom - moody or not. Blooming violet, lotus, and vibrant verbena open Arhaus’ Unwind scent and settle into fresh lily of the valley and tea rose amid notes of earthy sandalwood, amber, and musk.
Interested in working together on your interior design project? Violet Marsh Interiors specializes in modern, warm interior design in Maine, Atlanta, and beyond. Book a consultation call to see if we are a good fit!
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