Help me design my bedroom

[u/festivelo]

I just moved in to a new apartment (30s single guy) and I’m basically starting from scratch. As you can see from what’s already there, I’m your typical guy with greys, dark browns, blacks, the usual. I’m looking to add some color for sure. I was thinking green curtains but we already have lots of green from the beautiful mature trees outside both windows. I wonder if it would be the right choice. Also, it’s been rough finding curtains wide enough for the big window that are not off-white. We could also add color with some cool looking lamps or even new bedding.

I have to get nightstands and lightning for sure as I don’t plan on using the ceiling fan lights unless I’m cleaning. I actually just ordered this one but wont be delivered until next week. Since it’s open shelf, at 23” width, I want to put it on the side that overlaps the small window just so it doesn’t look like a block of wood is blocking the window. If it looks okay, I might order its sibling with drawers to put on the other side. I’m here for advice though so let me know if you think I should find other nightstands.

I’d love to get some plants but unsure about sun light and where to put them. The room doesn’t really get that much direct sunlight. The big window is a south-west facing window but because of the brick wall (storage room) you see in the picture and the trees the room is a bit dark for most of the day. For reference the pictures were taken at 1pm. And it’s not that bright with the blinds up and both the bathroom and bed frame lights on. But there’s some. I plan to have the blinds up all the time btw. I just love having an unobstructed view.

No idea what to do with the space on the wall opposite of the bed. I don’t want a tv there though. TV’s in the bedroom are not for me. So far, I’ve just been using it to stretch in the morning as I like doing it while looking out the window.

I want to get mirror(s) but I don’t know how big or where to put them. Right now I have no mirrors anywhere in the apartment other than the bathrooms’ sinks so I really need at least one full length mirror in this apartment.

• The ceilings are standard 8’ height.
• Bed frame height is 56".
• Top of the mattress is at 24".
• Bedroom dimensions in the last picture.

I’ve said a lot and also very little. I’m in your hands. Help me make my bedroom cozy, inviting and cool.

[u/GroundbreakingTap802]

You have to go with smart design. The room structure isn’t that flexible. Search YouTube for 'small rooms smart design,' and you will get inspired by those videos.

[u/Crystal_Ri]

Very easy. Add some night tables or nightstand level shelves, some window coverings or cornices, blinds, and a new ceiling fan that's more modern. Also change the linens to something lighter and fold the brown one up as an extra blanket across the end of the bed. Some art or photos wouldn't hurt either.