10 Ideas To Nail The Modern Grey And White Bedroom Aesthetic

It's a safe option to keep your walls a neutral off-white or white colour, and even though it is safe, it can get monotonous. To avoid this, add in a grey and white wallpaper on only one of the walls, preferably behind the bed. You can also extend it to the ceiling or floor if you want it to look more seamless and interesting — creating an accent wall. There's a variety of grey and white wallpapers available so you can go with whatever matches your aesthetic.

Of course you can add real hardwood floors, but you can also be thrifty and add wooden panels to the floor which look quite similar to avoid the hardcore construction work that would be needed. With the plethora of options you can either go with grey panelling or  wood-like brown hues, but if you’re adding a brown hue make sure it matches with another element in the room so that it does not look out of place. Ideally choose a lighter colour as it makes any space look more spacious and neater. 

LBB tip: We would recommend going to an interior design visualiser site, and planning out your space in advance to see which would look the best.

Contrary to popular choice of having white bedding, we would suggest you opt for grey sheets and a duvet, which will add more tones and textures to the room. But the biggest plus is that it doesn’t get dirty as fast as white ones, you can also keep a white throw and pillows to balance it out. Or if you’re feeling extra fancy and want to maximise then add a canopy to the bed, either on the sides(poles) or as a drop stretching from the back of the bed, to above and then falling at the end. The second option is more viable for those who are DIY-ing a room makeover. Doing this will add tonal layers to the room while sticking to the theme.

With the obsession with danish pastel aesthetic, one of the things that people were all over was tiled tables, be it coffee tables, or side tables, jump onto this trend by opting for a white or a grey tiled table as your dressing table, with an abstract shaped mirror for a more contemporary look. You can also go with a simple round mirror if you don’t want to go over the top. 

Definitely go for a cute small ottoman or a puffy instead of a chair, which is easy to store under the table and also a subtle piece of decor. The key is to get a textured piece which will help add more depth to the room.

Now we know wardrobes take up the most space in the bedroom, as we all have our messes hidden in our closets. A few tricks can help maintain the spacious and minimal vibe of your room even with that. If you’re building from scratch, then go with white or greige for the inner build. Try a thinner but longer closet, because wider spaces generally go to waste and lengthier closets might take up an entire wall, but overall they will reduce space wastage in the room. Also add in multiple drawers and shelves to help keep it organised. If you already have inbuilt closets then get dark grey canvas storage boxes to add an accent to the wardrobe. 

For your closet doors, opt for either translucent or mirror doors, maybe panelled mirrors to create an illusion of a larger space. This will give you a floor length mirror, perfect for those mirror outfit selfies. In case you already have an inbuilt closet, then opt for dark accents with the door colours. 

LBB tip: Add in motion sensor lights to your wardrobe doors to modernise it and increase functionality!

As much as you can explore with carpets, don’t stray much from the theme, and choose cooler shades like blue or earthy options such as brown and olive to still be cohesive while adding a pop of colour. Carpets are generally used in colder regions to keep the floor warm, but it is a canon event having it just for the aesthetic, just opt for a small rug to go under a particular space  to instantly spruce it up, you can always check out the customised rugs trending all over the internet. 

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This is where you can go all out, take on the room and completely transform it according to your aesthetic. You don't need to go overboard, but add some elements that give the space a personality, represent you. If you want to be more vintage add some rustic elements such as wicker pots and storage organisers, with tan hues. 

Or you can own the white and grey aesthetic and get stone textured vase sets with some dried pampas, or even cover an entire wall with paintings and picture collections for a minimal look. 

Further, if you want to make it completely modern, then go for black or blue hardware (knobs, handles, etc) over your furniture and create a museum-like vibe on one of your walls with black frames and noir edited photos of your special moment with pieces of quotes in the middle.

A convenient concept, flexible workstations are perfect for all purposes, be it if you want to work, or study or get your art and craft mode going. This adds a touch of modernisation to the room, compared to a permanent desk and chair, which not only gives the vibe of a college dorm, but also take up space constantly. Have a wall mounted workstation with a collapsible chair to optimise storage, and to keep a clean space instead of a messy desk. Brownie points if you place a small cabinet or shelf under it for stationary or other items. 

LBB tip: Paint the back of the wall mount table with blackboard paint or a pinboard for a space to store your to-do lists or pictures. 

There are loads of tempting options when adding pieces of furniture to a room, but getting them all is not possible, thus, functionality has to be priority here. 

Sette: Try getting a storage settee instead of a plain bedroom bench, which not only gives extra storage but also gives an extra space for those afternoon power naps while adding more dimension to the bedroom. 

Bed Frame: Even for the bed frame, a low covered frame might seem tempting, but unless you have plenty of storage spaces we would recommend going for a two poster, or a frame only bed, which will allow more flexibility in terms of changes, as well as give storage room under the bed which is more accessible, and is preferable for renters. If you’re opting for a storage bed frame, go for a velvety grey cushioned frame instead of a plain wood one. 

Headboard: For your headboard, go creative and modern instead of the traditional leather button cushioned one. Maybe an upside down ‘U’ shaped headboard which not just acts as a bedside table but also space above the bed to place your books, showpieces, or those cute plushies! Add texture to it by adding in fun designs in the wood, and drawers near the bedside of it to store your essentials.

Maybe get a floor lamp near your desk, or vanity for a classic modern ensemble, or even opt for wall mounted reading lights near your bed. Get LED natural lights instead of white lights to keep the room bright yet aesthetic and not strain your eyes too! . You can either pick a very elegant and statement piece such as a fandelier for a fan or go with a chic and sophisticated boho look. 

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