Bedroom

Tired of the same-old look in bedrooms? Maybe an angled bed placement is right for your room.

See the floorplan below and read the do's and don'ts of furniture placement in a bedroom.

1. Angle furniture to give your room drama: This arrangement works well in rooms with many doors and windows. It also helps cozy up groupings; furniture that's placed around the perimeter often results in arrangements that are too far apart.
2. Anchor the space with an area rug or small runner placed on the same angle to emphasize the diagonal.
3. Pair side tables at each side of the bed to create balance. For a sitting area, position tables at each side of a sofa or between matching chairs.
4. Create traffic options in tight quarters with diagonal furniture placement. This also helps the room appear larger and more complex.
5. Play up the bed as a focal-point. Position baskets, a trunk, or a bench at the foot of the bed. If you don't have a headboard, create one with a folding screen or old shutters.