16 Neutral Bedroom Ideas to Create an Elegant Space to Unwind

Gray at Play

Gray is the name of the game in this neutral bedroom. But rather than looking harsh, the cool gray walls get cozied up with white wood paneling on the walls. Neutral-tone bedding and a colorful rug tie it all together.

What we love: Pops of blue introduced throughout the room, such as the centered art piece and the dreamy bed linens, add visual interest while complementing the neutral wall colors. Consider choosing sheets or pillows that are a different color from your comforter for a contrasting look.

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Blank Canvas

White walls and flooring look anything but cold in this bedroom. Bold patterned bedding and pillows draw attention to the bed, emphasizing the stunning bank of windows behind it. The crisp white color of the walls also draws attention to the room's soaring vaulted ceiling.

What we love: Similar to an artist's canvas, these blank walls simply call out for colorful accessories. And one of the greatest advantages to neutral bedroom colors is that it allows you to switch your decor often.

Monochromatic Character

This monochromatic room is bursting with understated elegance and brilliant cream bedroom ideas. The cool beige wall color harmonizes with warmer tones featured in the natural wood window panes and various accessories throughout the room. Patterned pillows and textured bed linens jazz up the neutral motif and prevent it from falling flat.

What we love: A blank space just above the headboard creates display space for artwork. A trio of frames blends with the gently weathered character of this bedroom.

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Roomy Neutral Bedroom

From the stunning bank of windows to the natural wood accent wall, everything about this neutral room screams larger-than-life. To complement the height of the bed, two small dressers were repurposed for use as nightstands, offering extra storage and display space for accessories.

What we love: These dark floors could look daunting in a bedroom. The soft, white neutral bedding lightens the space while giving a feminine touch.

Pattern at Play

A modern alternative to beige or white, gray is becoming the neutral of choice for many designers. Soft gray walls offer the perfect backdrop for a playful mix of pattern and texture in bedrooms with neutral color schemes. Take a cue from the neutral bedroom decor in this space and run wild with a variety of patterns in your own bedroom, making sure to keep a consistent color palette throughout.

What we love: A sun-drenched chair and table by the window transforms this bedroom from merely a sleeping space into a calming oasis. With abundant natural light, the area offers the perfect spot to cozy up with a good book or for an afternoon nap.

Center Stage

A monochromatic color scheme sets a sophisticated tone, and when that single color is a soft neutral, such as the soft gray that colors this room, it also layers in an aura of serenity. While a monochromatic scheme sticks to one color, other tones are crucial. Look to foundational elements, such as the flooring and trimwork as places to pick up these extra tones. In this space, a dark wood bench at the foot of the bed echoes the tone of the wood floors and white bedding coordinates with the white trim.

What we love: A modern chandelier adds personality to this neutral space. The dark color adds visual weight and draws the eye upward to the vaulted ceiling.

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Eclectic Neutrality

An eclectic mix of furniture and accessories creates a casual look in this bedroom. A dainty nightstand painted the same color as the walls blends into the background, allowing the natural finish on the bed frame to truly shine. The pink-hued area rug proves that a little bit of color won't disturb the serenity of neutral bedroom colors.

What we love: A wide variety of neutral tones—ranging from gray to barely-there pink—gives the room a collected-over-time look. The neutral bedroom decor feels warm and cozy thanks to a rich wood headboard and shiny brass finishes.

Beach-Inspired Neutrals

A sandy beige headboard is the perfect complement to subtle beachy accents in this primary bedroom. Layered accent pillows and blankets lend a hint of natural texture. A patterned rug mirrors the fun designs you may see on a crowded beach while neutral wall colors keep the room from being too flashy.

What we love: Oriental fabrics add plenty of character to neutral rooms. The bedside bench not only provides a place to sit, but also adds a splash of pattern and color to the neutral bedroom decor.

Farmhouse Guest Bedroom

Paneled walls and a beaded-board ceiling create a cozy farmhouse-inspired look is it in an old farmhouse or just attempting the look? in this guest bedroom. White paneling that extends almost all the way up the wall draws attention to the room's unique sloped ceiling. Meanwhile, thick planks and beams add subtle texture to the ceiling, which prevent the tall room from looking stark and cold.

What we love: White modernizes this space but quaint accents return the room to its farmhouse roots, creating a look that blends both sleek and rustic.

Neutral Oasis

Soft details and dainty furniture set off a feminine mood in this sunny bedroom. A light gray bed frame, white-painted nightstands, neutral bed linens, and cushy white carpet creates a clean and inviting look. Artwork hung over the bed brings interest to the barely-there wall color, neutral tone bedding, and neutral accessories.

What we love: Take a cue from this neutral bedroom and incorporate subtle details to add contrast and character. Here, two ornate table lamps sit atop the nightstands and add a dash of height and elegance.

Serene Dreams

Turn your bedroom into a spalike oasis using dreamy, neutral decor. Here, light beige walls and simple white bedding lend a soft background that allows the cushy, velvet pastel textiles to really shine.

What we love: A large painting made of soft colors hung between two small windows creates a unique size juxtaposition that keeps the interest moving throughout the bedroom.

Feminine Chic

This beige bedroom's warm, off-white wallpaper is the perfect backdrop for dark wood furnishings and natural accents. Dark wood furniture is a popular option in neutral rooms because it acts as an anchor when paired with other neutral colors.

What we love: Patterned items, such as the throw pillows and rug, lend an undeniable feminine edge to this neutral space. Bedside lamps provide the only pop of color this bedroom needs.

Focal Point Headboard

This room creatively makes use of a sturdy built-in as a headboard. Open shelving serves as display space for accessories as well as storage space for books and magazines. The recessed portions of the built-in were painted gray to provide contrast that calls attention to the collection of decor.

What we love: Two lamps suspended from the built-in lend light for a before-bed read and reduce the need for nightstands. Since the built-in takes up so much wall space, electrical outlets were placed along the bottom shelves to add functionality.

Open Space

A wall of windows and access to a patio ensure this bright room is never short on natural light. Classically styled furniture echoes the cozy cottage character of the room, while dark finishes on the bed post adds contrast to white walls and neutral linens. A soft patterned fabric featured on throw pillows and blankets add a dash of pattern to this mostly white space.

What we love: Lush velvet seating and a ruffled throw add texture that prevents this neutral space from looking stark and cold.

Endless Views

With a stunning view like this one, it's only natural that this bedroom should be just as beautiful. A bounty of windows allows natural light to stream in from almost every angle. The sitting area transforms the room from a sleeping space to a livable escape.

What we love: A trio of windows allows calming breezes to stream in from the outside. Thick draperies and window treatments ensure the views can easily be enjoyed or concealed.

Whiteout

Matching wood accents create a cohesive look in this white bedroom. Crisp white bedding lends itself to an array of design styles and decorating motifs. A vintage oriental rug pops against the bright white walls and provides color inspiration for the room's decor.

What we love: Dark wood furniture and flooring anchor this bedroom and prevent the modern decor from looking harsh and cold.