10 Minimalist Bedrooms to Inspire a Soothing Slumber

Sleek and serene spaces that promote peaceful sleeping.

Minimalism is a wonderful design style to utilise in a world that can often feel overwhelming. It prioritises the essential to create spaces that look and feel stress-free. This is a particularly conducive concept for bedrooms as ideally we want this room to be peaceful, uncluttered, and not too visually stimulating.

Minimalist design is sometimes criticised as being boring or sterile, but it allows us to consider what we need and love and in turn, be less wasteful in our purchasing decisions. When executed well this aesthetic is chic and soothing to look at.

If you're keen to introduce minimalism into your home, opt for some of these minimalist interior design hallmarks: Clean, simple lines, a monochrome or subdued colour palette, a spotlight on craftsmanship, functional furniture, avoidance of excess ornamentation, and lots of light.

Take design cues from these seven minimalist bedroom design ideas which not only look fabulous but promote peaceful sleeping as well.

1. Chic and clean

This dreamy space is the sleep sanctuary of makeup artist Nam Vo. Here, she has channelled her love for neutrals to create a space that's calming and chic. "My mind is very busy, and I’m a shopaholic so I wanted it to be clean. It’s almost a little bit like a museum, it’s very, very minimal. I think the saying 'cluttered home, cluttered mind' is so true," she shares.

2. Minimalism meets vintage

Love both minimalism and vintage design? This space is the perfect blend of the two styles. Courtney Adamo has utilised timeless tones of wood, Olive & Oatmeal and simply elevated the space with a vintage

3. Monochrome magic

Caroline Walls' boudoir embraces a restrained charcoal and white palette that is synonymous with her minimalistic artworks, one of which is hanging above the bed. "I’ve looked to find a balance so that I can still enjoy a space that highlights my love of art and muted, neutral tones," she says. Texture, shapes, and a layered composition of tones play a key role in the success of this home's aesthetic which would might otherwise seem lacklustre with such limited colour.

4. Modern coastal

Crisp white linen sheets are featured in director Lucy Henry-Hicks’ chic and minimal bedroom so as not to detract from the spectacular ocean views.

5. Crisp and calm

Lara fells injected her "less is more" aesthetic and design philosophy into boutique accommodation, Apartmento in Byron Bay. Bathed in natural light, the strict neutral palette used throughout the space is the perfect marriage of simplicity and elegance. Crisp Bed Threads sheets in Oatmeal and Pinstripe keep things feeling light and fresh — perfectly matching the apartment’s coastal surroundings.

6. Toasty sanctuary

Minimalism doesn't necessarily mean going sans colour and Emma Lane's toasty bedroom proves just that. This room focuses on textured, hand-crafted pieces like a hanging pendant and timber side table rather than quantity. The Pink Clay and Terracotta linen are consistent with the home's warm colour palette.

7. Pared-back classic

Mariko's bedroom in London is the perfect example of how Sage works beautifully in a classic, minimal space. Simple yet refined, this sleep sanctuary boasts a decidedly European aesthetic with its chevron flooring, high ceiling, and panelled walls. A pared-back selection of furniture and decor keeps the space clean and elegant.

8. Wabi-sabi calm

This peaceful space conceived by Natalie Walton exudes wabi-sabi style with its exposed timber beams, ceramics, and use of linen. It’s understated yet thoughtfully conceived with a dialled-down colour palette that sticks to natural tones like Sage and Oatmeal.

9. Simple and serene

Interior designer Tali Roth describes her bedroom as "chic, simple, and serene", and we couldn't agree more. White linen is contrasted with a black bedhead – and the result is a handsome combination that will stand the test of time.

10. Coastal cool

Coastal style enthusiasts will love this pared-down take on a classic look. "For us it felt important to minimise the clutter — our bedroom is made up of a bed, a rug, our beautiful loveseat, our bedside stools and an oversized (and I mean, oversized) mirror. That’s about it. You don’t want to wake to chaos everyday," says owner Kendall Sargeant.