The environment you wake up in matters. Just as a relaxing space helps you sleep, a bedroom that seamlessly shifts into ‘get ready for the day’ mode is essential for making mornings feel not just easy, but enjoyable.
In fact, with thoughtful, conscious planning, a well-designed bedroom can turn even the most steadfast night owl into a bona fide morning person. Intrigued? Here’s all the bedroom design ideas you need to create a space designed for mornings.
Opening up your curtains to a brand new day might sound wonderfully romantic, but it’s actually not the best way to begin your morning.
This is all to do with natural light, which plays a crucial part in your circadian rhythm. Your body is biologically geared to get sleepy when the sun goes down, and wake up when it rises, with light directly correlated to melatonin production.
By closing your curtains, you’re blocking out that vital morning light, and could be wreaking havoc on your circadian rhythm. In short, your body doesn’t switch into ‘wake up’ mode because it doesn’t know that it’s time to (cue alarm clocks!).
Rather than completely blocking any and all outside light when you go to bed, reconsider your window dressing options.
Window shutters, for instance, allow you to filter the light entering your space with easy, tilt-and-turn slats, giving you more control over the light in your bedroom. You can adjust yours to ensure privacy and keep out artificial light as you doze, while allowing the room to slowly brighten as the sun comes up.
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One of the secrets of morning people is having a routine they actually enjoy. In short, if getting dressed in the morning is a headache, you’re not going to be inspired to get out of bed.
This is where shaking up how you get ready is a must, and it should start with your wardrobe. A custom, fitted wardrobe allows you to see all of your clothes at a glance, with no random piles of socks or tops shoved into drawers. It’s neat, it’s well-organised, and - most importantly - it works with your morning routine.
It’s crucial that, when choosing a wardrobe, it works seamlessly with both your space and your clothing. This is all about intentional design: choosing shelving that fits your shoes, the right height for your clothing rail, and doors that have enough room to open fully without getting in the way.
Beyond your wardrobe organisation, it’s also smart to add a full-length mirror close to your wardrobe, or inside one of the wardrobe doors (a fantastic hack if you’re working with a small bedroom). You don’t want to be running back and forth between rooms when you’re getting ready, and this little bedroom design trick will make your morning routine feel seamless.
For more bedroom inspiration, request a free brochure for fitted wardrobes from Hammonds.
If you’re working with small windows or getting up before sunrise, natural light won’t always cut it. In this case, you need to invest in good lighting systems that work for you.
Morning people aren’t fumbling around with light switches or stumbling through the dark. Make sure you have at least one light source right by your bed, so that you can turn it on when you wake up and instantly feel more alert.
As an alternative, explore smart lighting to elevate your morning routine. You can use your smartphone or a voice assistant (like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant) to turn your lighting on and adjust brightness before you’ve popped a foot out of bed, helping you tailor the start of your day to your mood and preferences.
Consider your bulb choices, too. Warmer, softer bulbs create a cosy atmosphere for a gentle wake-up, while bright white light is an instant energiser for a morning boost. Some smart systems can even be set to gradually increase in brightness as you wake, mimicking a sunrise (though nothing beats the effects of natural light).
Don’t forget your task lighting, either! A well-positioned light around a dressing table or getting-ready space can transform morning routines, making it easier to do your hair and check your outfit before you head out the door.
Colour psychology is well worth looking into when designing your bedroom. The colours you choose can affect your mood and how you react to your space for interiors that go beyond aesthetics.
Typically, interior designers focus on two types of colours: those that energise, and those that calm. In a bedroom designed for both restful sleep and energised mornings, you need a blend of both.
Start by opting for neutral, white walls as your starting point. This bright tone will reflect natural light in the morning, maximising its energy-giving effects to help you jump out of bed. Opt for a more cream or yellow-toned white (like magnolia) to make sure it’s still cosy in the evening.
Then, build rich, earthy tones that are calming and peaceful, but vibrant enough to not feel solely focused on sleep.
Reds, for instance, are thought to be energising colours, but are also well-suited to calming bedrooms. Think rich burgundies, rusty red earth tones, and red-leaning teracottas. Greens are another excellent choice, promoting an energised calm that’s ideal for taking the stress out of your morning routine.
When paired with neutral white walls and adjustable smart lighting, these colours create a space that can switch between rest and waking with ease.
For colour-based bedroom inspiration, Pinterest is brilliant. Simply search by colour - like ‘terracotta bedroom’ or ‘earth-toned bedroom’- and you’ll find hundreds of different bedroom designs to scroll through.
The last thing you want getting in your way in the morning? Clutter. If anything’s going to ruin your mood as you get ready, it’s too much visual noise making every step feel 10x more stressful than it should.
When redesigning your bedroom for mornings, consider functional storage that suits what you own. If, for instance, you own a lot of books that are currently stacked in front of your dressing table, prioritise a bookshelf or shelving to clear the space.
This applies to items you use to get ready, too. Upgrade your dressing table with drawer organisers and handy trays that make it easy to find what you’re looking for. In your fitted wardrobe, choose sock organisers, labelled shoe boxes, and hooks to make sure everything has a clearly defined place.
Becoming a morning person isn’t impossible; you just need a bedroom that makes it feel easy! Our advice is to create a solid foundation with your window dressings and a fitted wardrobe, and take it from there.
Embarking on a bedroom redesign to elevate your mornings? Start by booking a free design visit at Hammonds.
