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While the actual meaning of the word aesthetic is super broad, we're sure that when we say someone has an "aesthetic room," a specific design style pops into your mind. It could mean earthy and bohemian or an airy coastal vibe, but the word has turned into catchall that means a room is put together, stylish, and attractive. A room with a mismatched bunch of decor and furniture isn't an aesthetic one. To curate your own, think of statement pieces to base the rest of your decor around, vibrant paint colors that'll stand out, and accessories you generally wouldn't think of adding—those are the aesthetic room ideas that make a space memorable.
Before you start shopping, think about what style direction you want to go in. If you're decorating your daughter's room, sit down together to figure out how you both can create a space that she'll love for years to come. Want to make your bedroom feel more harmonious? Go into the process with feng shui practices in mind. There's no need to rush. This is your home, not a TikTok video, so go ahead and spend some time making sure it's exactly what you want.
A lot of people have trouble sticking to one aesthetic in their house because there are a lot of designs and styles to love. Though it might not be as traditional, it's okay (and exciting) to decorate different rooms in your home with a different aesthetic. Do whatever makes you happy—you're the one living there, after all! To help you get started, we've compiled 32 aesthetic room ideas so beautiful you'll want to copy them.
1
Add a Chic Murphy Bed
Eric Piasecki
Murphy beds get a bad rap, but you can make one look very elevated. If you live in a small space, like this studio apartment designed by Neal Beckstedt, a fold-up bed is the way to go for an eye-pleasing apartment. Not only is it an aesthetic room idea that gives you more floor space, aka entertaining space, but the alcove makes it cozier.
2
Throw Open the Doors
MELLON STUDIO
Is there anything more luxurious or aesthetically pleasing than a bedroom with French doors that open onto a beautiful backyard? Designer Brooke Wagner created an airy bedroom that coordinates perfectly with this sandstone patio.
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3
Choose Memorable Wallpaper
Eric Piasecki
Designed by Kylee Shintaffer for a Montana vacation home, this bedroom can be your wallpaper inspiration from now until forever. It's perfectly busy and a nice counter to the wood-paneled ceiling. You can even put up wallpaper yourself as a weekend DIY project.
4
Take Up Every Inch of Space
Eric Piasecki
This Kylee Shintaffer design is a playful example of leaving no space unstyled—even a hallway. These bunks are one of our favorite aesthetic room ideas: They add space for guests and look so cozy. Creating new built-in areas of your home makes it seem more lived-in and gives it a unique touch that others won't have.
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5
Let There Be Light
David A. Land
Don't take up unnecessary floor or table space with lamps. Use sconces next to your bed instead. They give the room a mature touch and add character to your wall, like this one from the Etsy shop Sputniklights.
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Match Your Furniture to Your Wallpaper
Amy Neunsinger
It's the interior equivalent of matching your purse to your shoes and lipstick. Your room will instantly become more aesthetic, and you can layer the furniture to break up the space and add depth, as designer Mark D. Sikes did here.
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7
Add a Dramatic Chandelier
Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Give an old house some modern charm with your lighting choices. You don't have to mess with the original integrity of the house to make it more your style, as Melissa LaSalle's 1930s Colonial-style home shows. Incorporating a bohemian light fixture and some patterned sheets and curtains is an aesthetic room idea that simply works.
8
Opt for an Interesting Headboard
YKvision//Getty Images
You don't need a gallery wall if your headboard is work of art in itself. Add limewash painted walls like these, and you'll have an aesthetic room to remember.
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9
Mix Textures
Trevor Tondro
In her own Seattle-area lake house,Heidi Caillier demonstrates how mixed textures and patterns immediately warm up a bare-bones space (without distracting from this spectacular view, either!). It helps to have a gigantic window too.
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Don't Forget the Trim
Nathan Schroeder
No detail is overlooked in this bathroom by Shelley Johnstone–notice the Greek Key trim along the walls, which coordinates with the blush velvet on the side chair.
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11
Employ Quiet Patterns
Brittany Ambridge
If you're lucky enough to have a view—like this one at the Point Grace resort in Turks & Caicos—go soft on the pattern, with motifs in muted hues for a subtle style, as Young Huh did here.
12
Use Every Inch of Wall Space
Stephen Karlisch
Staircase cutting off your wall space? Don't fret: Hang right up to the last inch for a gallery wall that will draw the eye up, like this one by Barry and Amanda Lantz. Layering the frames over the molding on the wall creates beautiful dimension in the space.
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13
Opt for Textural Monochrome
Cate Black
Not a fan of bold color? That's ok: Take a cue from Sherrell Neal and stick to a tight color palette. The key? Tons of textural variety, like nubby linen, sleek porcelain, and iridescent inlay still leave the space interesting.
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Find a Theme Color
Courtesy Rayman Boozer
On the other hand, if you're open to bold hues, take a cue from Rayman Boozer—a.k.a. the Color Guru—and opt for a bold scheme, like this pink room inspired by cherry blossoms.
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15
Incorporate Antiques
Werner Straube Photo
There's a reason designers love antique carpets: They add an instant patina, like in this study by Corey Damen Jenkins. The best part? There are tons of affordable options on sites like Etsy, eBay, and even Craigslist.
16
Play With Scale
Haris Kenjar
In the bedroom of Cupcakes & Cashmere founder Emily Schuman's home, designer Katie Hodges mixed plush, oversized elements (like the cozy chair) with petite stools and a sculptural lamp and bed frame for an enticing effect.
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17
Make It Personal
Courtesy of Rasheeda Jones
No matter how great the decor, no room is complete without a personal connection. Take a cue from Rasheeda Gray, who incorporated family photos in black frames to create a gallery wall that makes a design statement while showcasing happy memories.
18
Turn Awkward Spaces Cozy
Shade Degges
Instead of leaving awkward corners overlooked, turn them into cozy spaces of their own, as Jae Joo did with this inviting reading nook. There will be no better place to curl up on a rainy day than in a nook like this.
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19
Repurpose Rustic
Don Freeman
There's no limit to what a coat of paint can do. For proof, look to this bedroom by Kevin Isbell, where fresh paint makes simple, rustic walls look chicly textural.
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Incorporate Art
Brittany Ambridge
In a home for a recent widow, Kesha Franklin of Halden Interiors put artwork that the couple had collected around the world on display for a meaningful visual effect.