The downside to having a very large mattress is that instead of having this warm and inviting sleeping area, the bigger space appear colder, bland and less intimate. So how do you make larger beds with large mattresses a cozier space?

While there is more to play around with in this case, this is actually quite a challenge for some designers or homeowners. Going overboard with the decoration may create a sleeping area that’s just too busy, it actually drains the energy of the bedroom. If you have too many pillows on the mattress, you’ll crowd the space and there might not be enough room to sleep at all. But to do away with less accessories, may mean ending up with a really boring bed.

The key is in moderation. Have a moderate number of pillows — at least two pairs for sleeping and 3 or four more extra pillows in different sizes for decoration. If you should need bolster pillows, cover them in less conspicuous fabric so that it can blend in the background. Do you need a bed spread? A bed cover? Shams? Bed skirts? Choose colors and fabrics that don’t scream attention. The decorations have to blend together. That’s why some of these already come in sets so it’s easier to coordinate.

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