{The Master} Design Options

Thanks for the encouragement yesterday, I feel slightly less crazy for starting our bedroom makeover this week! Although the kids are now requesting to put their mattresses on the floor! #keepdreamingkid

So while I’ve decided on the layout (see it here), I’m still not certain of the exact design direction I want to go. I know the nightstand/dressers will be wood, and the bed will be upholstered…but there are a few options I love.

1) Keep our existing gray/blue walls, and add drama with a velvet headboard in a rich navy blue.

Moody bedroom
Bed found here

2) You know I love taking chances, but a bed is something we’ll have for years and years…so maybe we stick with a more neutral gray…and add some zhush with the linens and rug.

moody bedroom 2
Bed here

3) Another way to add drama with a neutral bed is with dark walls. I absolutely love this combination, but I don’t know if I’m up to painting our 16-foot pitched ceiling anytime soon!

Glam & Cozy Bedroom
Bed here // Rug here

4) The final option I’m considering is a tall natural linen bed, that would look good with our existing wall color, or darker walls if I ever go there….and I can jazz it up with floral drapes that coordinate with our current bedding (which I still love!).

chic floral bedroom
Bed here // Drapes here

Kind of all over the map, right?! But Santa is bringing us a bed, and wants to know which one! So which design gets your vote? You can see the Before shots of our room here…and it’s current state here.

a) Navy Bed & Neutral Walls
b) Gray Bed & Neutral Walls
c) Natural Bed & Dark Walls
d) Natural Bed & Walls with Floral Drapes

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69 Comments

  1. Lindsay wrote:

    Where did you find the bedside tables in the first two pictures? I love them.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  2. Laurie Even wrote:

    I like A or C!! Merry Christmas !!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  3. Anonymous wrote:

    Hi Cassie…
    Love the neutral bed… I'd go for darker walls…we are at our daughters house guest room with BM Revere pewter( gray)? Also I just redid our bedroom with large 3 drawer chests from Bassett hgtv collection..they have stripes across drawers..with an off white surround… Love the extra room on top and in drawers and we did built ins on opposite wall with room for lots of storage and a tv. No other furniture. So great!,, we have a small master…in a 1970s Houston house!!
    Holly Rigby…Spring, Tx you will love the big dresser side tables!! Good idea

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  4. Jessica Aldin wrote:

    Hi, Cassie! Hate to say it because painting IS a pain but definitely C. It's the one that is immediately eye catching, and without thought, is the winner. Good luck! No matter what you choose will be wonderful because you have such great style!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  5. Kellie wrote:

    I love C the best!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  6. Kathy wrote:

    D!!! I love your current bedding and those drapes are so pretty

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  7. ryan wrote:

    I like A. Navy all the way! I think you could definitely use your current bedding with that look. Navy and coral are GREAT!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  8. Kassandra wrote:

    I love the last two! There is so much more depth, texture and I love the colour contrast of the dark walls and the floral curtains! It will be beautiful either way 🙂

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  9. Momma wrote:

    Love both C and D. The dark walls in C are gorgeous but I love the brightness of D. Either would be a win, in my opinion.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  10. Kathy Olson wrote:

    I liked A or B. I thought A had a glamorous look.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  11. Michelle @ Ten June wrote:

    I like the first one and I 100% need those nightstands from the first board. WHERE are they from?! That's exactly what I've been looking for!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
    • Erin wrote:

      I know!! I've been looking for something similar!! I want to know too!!

      Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  12. Team Spackman wrote:

    My vote is for the final choice. Buying furniture is like an investment and you want to invest in something that can change with your decor. Buy your investments in a neutral tone and get your deals with fun statement pieces.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  13. Denise wrote:

    To me A seems the most like you! Besides, I want to know where you found those nightstands-Good luck on your final decision-

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  14. Sam wrote:

    I like D!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  15. Jenna Pennell wrote:

    I like D overall, but I also like the idea of going darker on the walls. Don't let high ceilings foil your design plans! You can do it girl!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  16. Kim wrote:

    I like D. It' the most versatile bed option and would look great with dark walls. I'd definitely paint before putting that bed in though – it looks like it would be difficult to move once it's in the room.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  17. the undomesticated wife wrote:

    I like #3 – it's neutral enough (walls and headboard) that you won't feel tied down to a color, but you can still dress it up with rugs, pillows, artwork, etc.

    I also am doing a master redo. I'm taking all of next week off so that I can paint our bedroom and bathroom. I'm going to do a greige on the walls and a darker color on the vaulted ceiling for some drama. 🙂

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  18. Melissa at HOUSEography wrote:

    D is so much more you!!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  19. Kim McCue wrote:

    D!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  20. Anonymous wrote:

    A…I love navy, and it's still a neutral in my book!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  21. Leigh Drury wrote:

    I am totally drawn to color, so A would be my vote. I understand your concern about the bed color though. I that case, my vote would go to D. Such a big decision! I'm excited to see what you do. I did a mini makeover of our space this year. We have a big paneled bed And I love the upholstery look but couldn't justify the cost of a new bed. I ended up upholstering two panels to fit in the headboard and used heavy duty Velcro strips to hold them on. It looks so good, but I'm still crushing on fully upholstered headboards! Good luck with your decision!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  22. Leigh Drury wrote:

    Whatever look you choose, I love the bench at the end of the bed!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  23. Big Nanny wrote:

    D is my first choice and C is a close 2nd.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  24. SweetandSimpleInspirations wrote:

    D is beautiful!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  25. Christopher n Annaliza Rogers wrote:

    I love B & C! I definitely like the zebra rug in both pictures but I prefer the nightstands in C.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  26. carrie wrote:

    D! So fun, thanks for the vote! Merry Christmas 🙂

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  27. Anonymous wrote:

    Jumping on the D bandwagon!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  28. Cassie @ Primitive & Proper wrote:

    i love all of them, but i think b or d would be great in keeping walls and beds neutral (though i love those dark walls and to me they are a neutral!) but they also feel most like you.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  29. Darcy wrote:

    I love the navy bed – and navy is a neutral! Merry Christmas!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  30. Anonymous wrote:

    Love D! all are great though and can't wait to see!
    -Adrienne

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  31. natasha {schue love} wrote:

    C or D would be my choice…love the rug in C and the headboard in D! 🙂

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  32. Anonymous wrote:

    Love C! Where did you find those nightstands? Looking for something similar for a nursery.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  33. Lynn W wrote:

    D! Can't go wrong with a neutral bed and that leaves all the easier to change, more affordable things to spice up the room.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  34. Hanna wrote:

    A!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  35. Erin wrote:

    D!!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  36. Mego wrote:

    D for sure! C second choice. I think you'd regret a navy bed… Kind of looks like a navy coffin or something?

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  37. Christyn Bloom Johnson wrote:

    I like B for you…but to be honest…C is almost a mirror of my own master!!! (minus the zebra rug)

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  38. Anonymous wrote:

    D

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  39. denise wrote:

    A! I love the navy bed and the fact that it's colorful without losing the restful sanctuary feeling a master bedroom should have.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  40. Ann Marie @ Twice Lovely wrote:

    I'm for A or C, with C being my preference, but A if you don't want to paint the walls.

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  41. marielazs wrote:

    I love D!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  42. Amy wrote:

    Definitely C!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  43. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles wrote:

    I'm really loving C, but don't think you'll go wrong with any of these! So excited for you! Our bedroom is my top priority project for 2015 too! (although it's been on "the list" for the past 3 years…)

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  44. Kelly wrote:

    All are pretty, but C and D are my favorites!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  45. Katy G. wrote:

    D but beware of those drapes. I purchased them, and they are THIN!

    Posted 12.23.14 Reply
  46. CathM wrote:

    I love them all but if I had to pick, I'd go with B or D. Good luck! Can't wait to follow your journey…

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  47. Michele @ The Joyful Home wrote:

    Neutral bed with dark walls. Perfection!!

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  48. MN Girl wrote:

    I love almost everything about option d, but feel the rug needs to be darker or have significant color to help anchor the room (think rug pattern from option c in colors to compliment the curtains, or magenta….)

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  49. amy wrote:

    A all the way! After the initial view of A the other 3 seem subpar in my opinion. Good luck!

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  50. Ninny wrote:

    A or C. I am all about some drama. I would not want it to look like everyone elses and to me B is what EVERYbody is doing. I love D, but it too could come right off any department store. So. Either the dramatic bed or the dramatic walls. 🙂

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  51. pixelimpress wrote:

    c

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  52. Annemarie wrote:

    D gets my vote!

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  53. Jennifer Ely wrote:

    A or C are my favorites. However, I really think C fits your personality the best. Can't wait to see the make over documented.

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  54. Kelly Bryant wrote:

    A for sure!

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  55. lynn wrote:

    My vote is for the neutral bed and floral curtains. That said, may I throw out a thought? If you do a simple rectangular headboard then you can easily change the fabric on it with a slipcover or a staple gun. It is not as dramatic but is easier to hang different art above it and can change on a whim.

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  56. Deborah wrote:

    Hi Cassie, I give you option E. The bed from D the dressers and lamps from C, the bench from D, your current bedding, & navy walls. As for the rug I think the chevron has peaked and the kiln and hide rugs for me are to harsh for a master retreat. I would look for something "softer" either in texture, a flokati or in design maybe a floral in blues and coral.

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  57. Lisa @ Trapped In North Jersey wrote:

    I love the first one with the navy bed. But I also know that I like to change out bedding and curtains on a regular basis, so I can see getting a more neutral bed, since it is a long time use investment.

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  58. Anupama Wenzel wrote:

    I like options B and C. Furniture is a major purchase and I tend to go more neutral.

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  59. Leigh wrote:

    I love A, B and C. I have a navy upholstered bed so now option A is giving me ideas to spruce up my master! I would love to know where the dressers are from.

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  60. Alexia wrote:

    A is lovely & regal. A & D draw me in. When I look at B & C, my eyes can't find a focal/resting point. Is that odd?

    Posted 12.24.14 Reply
  61. Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} wrote:

    D or bust!!!!!! Ddddddd!!!! Alllllllll dayyyyyyyy D!!!

    Posted 12.25.14 Reply
  62. Lynn wrote:

    I think D looks most like you and your style.

    Posted 12.25.14 Reply
  63. Pam Bolton wrote:

    I like the bed in option D with the dark, dramatic walls of C. C's night tables are by far the prettiest.

    Posted 12.26.14 Reply
  64. Lori wrote:

    Sherwin Williams has named 'Coral Reef' the color of the year for 2015, and this article I just read this morning says it will be a trend with all blues, especially navy!
    http://thedecorologist.com/trendspotting-at-kings-chapel-parade-of-homes/#more-24746
    So my choice is A. D is pretty, and looks like you, but too feminine for a room to share with a hunky husband.

    Posted 12.26.14 Reply
  65. Anonymous wrote:

    C!!! I love it!

    Posted 12.29.14 Reply
  66. Denise wrote:

    We still want to know where the nightsstands are from in the first picture? Love them.

    Posted 1.20.15 Reply
    • hisugarplum wrote:

      So sorry Denise!! I emailed those readers back…but forgot to come post here for those who are 'no-reply.' Those are from Ethan Allen…a little pricey for me, but I was just using them as examples. 🙂 Hope this helps!! xo

      Posted 1.20.15 Reply
    • Denise wrote:

      Thanks…;)

      Posted 1.21.15 Reply