How to Create a Master Bedroom in your Attic

Attics that are converted into master bedrooms have so much potential. They can be a hidden treasure tucked away from the rest of the house, and they can look out upon the world for maximum enjoyment. If you are trying to determine what to do with your attic space, think about converting it into a master bedroom. Take advantage of the space, before another member of your house wants to use it for their teenage rock band!

• Is attic living for you? While the idea of attic living sounds fabulous, ensure that you are ready for the transition from the main floor. While many people enjoy their master bedroom at the top of the house for the serenity, many don’t enjoy the climb up the stairs. If you have small children, you may not want to be far removed on another floor. While if you have teenagers and a large family, the attic may be exactly what you need! Assess your family lifestyle and the layout of your attic in relation to other parts of the home to decide if a master bedroom attic will fit.
• What will it take to convert? The next step is to determine how much work, cost and house renovating it will take to convert your attic into a master bedroom. For older houses, the heating, ventilating and air conditioning will have to be run to the attic and possibly plumbing pipes. For many home owners, the expense of having to run new services to the attic is minimal in comparison to the benefit of added space and functionality. Before you get started, ask a contractor or a home improvement professional to assist you in estimating the costs. Remember return on investment (ROI) could bring  you back more money than you invested into the initial conversion.

If you are fortunate to have an attic in your home, if you haven’t converted it already, you may be missing out on prime real estate for a master bedroom. An attic master bedroom enables you to have privacy, optimum views to the outside, and you can claim this extra square footage if you decide to sell your home. If you want to turn your attic into a master bedroom, here are some tips to see if it works for your home and lifestyle.

Play up the beauty with decor: Attic spaces are beautiful for many reasons. One of the biggest is the gorgeous architectural lines of the attic roof lines, which in turn are your master bedroom ceilings. Play these up with beautiful coloring on the walls and adding emphasis to accentuate your attic’s architectural space. For smaller attics, use lighter colors, and for attics with natural light pouring in, consider adding darker accent walls where the bed will be to add a focal point to your space.

Organic Bed with a High Level of Comfort

It has been a while since we posted a comfortable sleeping unit on Freshome. SLEEPY, designed by the Italian architect Angelo Tomaiuolo and produced by Tonin CASA, is an aesthetically pleasing bed, ideal for contemporary houses. According to the producers, the wide base is upholstered with fabric or eco-leather in different finishes. The wrapping sculptural headboard contribute to its extremely original and unique shape. Production processes studied in order to guarantee each product with the right “dress” and to exalt the organic feel that Sleepy transmits. Its dimensions are quite impressive, which is why this king-sized bed is suited for large bedrooms. In the photos below you will also notice the BESIDE table, a minimalist glass addition that seems to harmonize perfectly with the design of the bed. Looks alluring?

Inspiring Home Design from Our Readers

We love it when we receive inspiring decorations from our readers. This way we are able to demonstrate that some projects are realistic and even easy to put to practice. We received this particular home located in Pretoria, South Africa from Sacha, one of our readers , after she had uploaded the photo of the bedroom on our Facebook page, here. “What a beautiful project!”- we thought…”why not feature it on Freshome?”. As a consequence, here is the description we received from Sacha: The inspiration and idea behind the spare bedroom project came from a strip of Fornasetti wallpaper we had. We framed it in the bathroom and put it up above the bath. I used yellow to add a playful touch. The dark grey walls worked really well as the space is quite large, it really creates such a warm,cosy effect in the room. Most items in the bedroom are upcycled pieces. The headboard we found on a dump site, we just painted it black. The side table we found in a antique shop it was a old linen box.The lockers were found in a pawn shop, we had them powder coated and found the numbers on them at a car boot sale.

Batman-Inspired Motel Room in Taiwan for Your Inner Superhero

We’ve seen more and more managers lately who choose to transform their accommodation unit into a place of animation. Which is why themed hotel rooms are now very easy to find, if you know where to look. For today we decided to showcase this Batman-inspired interior in Eden Motel, a true lovers’ nest located in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. A king-sized bed, a Bat-mobile, cement-like walls, giant mirrors and of course, generous-sized Batman logos are just a few of the special features this crib has to offer. We heard that this place can be rented by the hour and that it costs 50$ for a three hour block. According to curbed, the motel also offers sexy lingerie and other erotic perks during certain holidays. The motel features no less than 46 rooms, each of them with their own unique theme (the Jail Room, the Japanese Comics Room, and so on).

HOME DESIGN: Black & White

magine yourself relaxing outside in the summer sun in this crisp outdoor space.

Outdoor Interior Design

With their soft outdoor furnishings and cozy seating arrangements, Paola Lenti is creating a more modern, more luxurious, a different kind of interior. These outdoor interior designs have evolved beyond boundaries, part indoors and out. Their casual and comfortable, yet contemporary aesthetic is complemented by architectural elements like gazebos, sails and screens which belong in the outdoors, yet have made their way in. The versatile, modular furnishings in the Cabanne collection include benches, sectionals and unusual low-lying coffee tables that might be mistaken for minimalist wood platforms used in meditation or yoga! The whole atmosphere of these outdoor interiors is Zen to the nth degree. All these different elements find their common thread in a cohesive color palette and earthy, rustic materials.

Functional Living Room Furniture

This functional living room furniture by Valcucine is nothing short of impressive. A perfect marriage between form and function, these living room pieces are also designed with safety and versatility as top priorities - while keeping the environment in mind. What more could anyone want? These base units, cupboard units and benches can all be wall mounted and have an innovative sliding top design for concealing wires and cables – which keeps everything looking neat and streamlined. Also, these furniture pieces are environmentally friendly - and for a number of reasons. First, the minimalist and durable design in itself means less use of materials, which means less general consumption. Second, priority is given to materials that are recyclable and have low toxic emissions. But wait; there are more reasons why this furniture is so great. Equipped with soft-closing runners, a slow closing device and not a single sharp edge, these items are perfectly safe for you or your children to be around. And best of all, they can be arranged in almost anyway your creativity allows and come in different finishes such as glass, aluminum, lacquered MDF and acrylic materials in a wide range of colors. So really, nothing about these pieces gets in the way of achieving a functional modern dream space – perfectly tailored to your needs.

Built-In Home Office

Sometimes you can’t avoid bringing work home with you, but with an elegant home office like this one, you might not mind the daily grind. These interesting built-in home office ideas by Paul Raff Studio based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada make great use of often-overlooked space, putting the areas under the staircase and on the wall to work. Tucked under the stairs, a desk offers intimacy and privacy in this vast, triple-height open-concept living space. A system of wall cabinets offers plenty of storage space for files, books and computer equipment, all hidden neatly away behind anthracite-painted cabinet doors. Behind the doors you’ll also find a stockpile of firewood to feed the built-in high-efficiency wood-burning stove.

Luxury Master Bathroom Idea

Today’s modern bathroom is much more than the utilitarian space it once was – and this luxury master bathroom idea by Pearl is something to strive for! Featuring a stunning drop-in bathtub and a built-in fireplace, no luxury has been spared in this elegant ensuite design. The Eterne drop-in bathtub makes a striking centerpiece in this sumptuous bathroom, complete with air therapy, hydrotherapy, heat therapy, chromatherapy and aromatherapy for your at-home spa. As you unwind in the bath and soak away the cares of the day, a fire flickers in the background by way of a gorgeous built-in fireplace, featuring warm natural wood and a cool, stainless steel firebox that’s open at either end, allowing you to enjoy the warmth and ambiance of a roaring fire from every angle.

Black Bathroom Design

If you need design ideas for a black bathroom, get inspired by the ones in this Swedish penthouse. When done right black bathrooms have an elegant yet glamorous feel about them, especially when offset by the right amount of white. The interesting thing about the featured bathrooms is the different shapes and textures within the black areas – basically the complete floor to ceiling tiles. Their differences are subtle enough not to create a chaotic feeling but distinguishable enough to give the rooms some depth. Also, they allow a softness to the austerity that can be expected of black. The fittings and accessories are sleek and add to the modern allure of the space. Notice the wall mounted tap! The modern sinks, toilet, vanity and spectacular tub bring in the right amount of white to brighten up the room. The lighting design helps with this as well. The result is a chic yet zen-like atmosphere, which is quite sought after in bathroom design. 

Dramatic Bathroom Design

Take a look at these photos of dramatic bathroom designs by GAD Architecture. Designed for the Buama House in Istanbul, these bathrooms are definite jaw droppers. The shapes and forms are highly unusual and create a unique effect. The expertly chosen lighting scheme sets and impressive mood and accentuates the curves and architecture of these spaces, as well as some of the furnishings. Especially striking are the choice of red accent lighting in the shower and an almost fluorescent blue under the vanity. There are so many wonderful ideas to appreciate here. Mosaic tiles, stone and textured wall paneling create the perfect backdrop for the smooth contemporary furniture and accents. And why not decorate the floor with a bold gigantic print? Fabulously inspiring ideas.

Decorating Bathroom with Rugs

Decorating your bathroom with rugs can give it some extra attention – especially if you can get your hands on some fantastic leather floor mats by Antonio Lupi. These decorative rugs for the bathroom, with their lively patterns and colors, are sure to warm up a bathroom while protecting your floors or providing comfort to your feet. The special thing about these rugs is that they are made of leather and mounted on a neoprene slip. Leather usually ages well (when well treated) and will add an instant element of luxury to the bathroom while the neoprene slip ensures the rug stays in place and is protected from the bottom. These beautiful rugs reflect the fusion of contemporary design and traditional Italian craftsmanship. They come in different sizes and designs.

Bathroom Design with a View

Who would say no to a serene bathroom design with a view of the magnificent Pacific Ocean? This bathroom belongs to a cool modern minimalist house in Japan. Nothing but marble and glass and a luxurious tub. Relaxing and unwinding here at the end of the day, gazing at the intensity of a sunset, would be simply blissful. Or beginning your day here would be purely inspiring, taking all your energy from the rising sun. If you are lucky to have such a view or some other kind of naturally amazing scene, big windows and minimalist design are definitely the way to go. Especially in a bathroom, where nature can be the perfect catalyst for relaxation and rejuvenation. Letting the scenery speak for itself with nothing to distract from the wondrous sight beyond the glass.

Decorating with Lavender Color Walls

For a fresh, elegant and special vibe, consider decorating with lavender color walls, like in this example. Designed by Eve Robinson Associates, this kitchen and dining room are something to appreciate. Purple on the walls is a courageous choice, but light and slightly dulled shades, such as these lavender colors are really soft and calming but still remain captivating. Purple shades have been historically associated with royalty and occasion, making it a good choice for the dining room since it is a room where people gather together for special events (even if it’s just a regular Wednesday night dinner). The color scheme is cool and incorporates lots of white, some silver and grey – so the spaces feel open and big. But you can count on that gorgeous wooden floor to bring in the warmth. And notice how that light green laptop table fits perfectly with lavender. The rooms have a fundamental traditional element to them but the layered details make them romantically modern. Love the bar stools at the kitchen island. For more decorating examples in this home.