You can create a unique bedroom by mixing new with vintage as we did in our house in Atlantic Beach, Florida. Our primary bedroom has personality by using collected, vintage pieces with updated, new furnishings.
Our primary bedroom is large! We recently finished it (this is an updated blog post) by adding a large wool rug, sitting area for reading and watching television, and most recently a writing desk where I can work.
The color palette is blue and white for a subtle coastal feel, with pops of color from the rug.
Make The Bed Focal Point
The bed is a good place to start as your focal point. This upholstered bed is by Ballard. The king size is a good scale in the room. The crystal column lamps are old from Restoration Hardware. These are similar.
Those are our old bedroom dressers serving as end tables. The white duvet is by Quince, sheets by Serena and Lily (on sale now).
Invest in high-quality, luxurious bedding to enhance the comfort and style of your bedroom. Opt for soft, breathable fabrics like Egyptian cotton or linen for sheets and duvet covers.
A new hand-woven colorful rug from India provides warmth. You may also like Affordable Vintage Turkish Rugs for a Modern Look.
Texture is added in the same tones as the chests with the affordable rattan round mirror (half price now).
Add Modern Style Elements
For this sitting area, more modern pieces are added to the interior design such as the leather arm chairs (that used to be in our living room–feel free to move things from other rooms) and the upholstered ottoman coffee table.
This sitting area is a nice spot to watch television or read by by yourself. I also like to play with my grandchildren on the rug here.
Soften Windows With Luxe Well-Priced Curtains
The striped cotton curtains (sold out – but this is similar) soften the windows.
The walls are painted Benjamin Moore Simply White with China White trim.
Add Your Collected Pieces From Flea Markets, Thrift Stores Or Family Heirlooms
This is how to achieve a warm collected look with your one-of-a-kind pieces and flea market finds. Items that mean something to you!
The is the right side of the room has a vintage feel. We bought this antique piece, an 1850’s marble-topped bookcase in Paris.
It used to be in our dining room and now we are using it as a television console. There are framed family photos in the bookcase for some visual interest.
The bobbin corner chairs are also antique furniture with patina. We bought them at the Paris Porte de Vanves flea market many years ago. I leave those hand weights out…for a little motivation.
Add Your Personal Accessories But Keep It Neat And Uncluttered
Here we mix vintage prints with a more modern lamp and contemporary monitor. A faux eucalyptus tree brightens a corner (a real one would be tough to grow here with limited natural light).
I was resisting putting a workspace in our bedroom (bad feng shui). But I gave it some thought when Annie suggested it, and now I love it. It is a good use of the space and I keep it neat by putting files away in the home office closet.
Entrance To The Ladies’ Loft
To the right of the desk is the entrance to the screened-in porch, AKA Ladies’ Loft. You can read more about the Ladies’ Loft here. I love it out there!
Shop The Bedroom
And that’s how we created a unique Bedroom By Mixing New With Vintage pieces! You may also like 5 Great Things To Buy At Flea Markets For Your Home.
Could you tell me where you purchased the night tables on each side of the bed? I’m looking for something just like this. It’s lovely. Thank you.
I purchased them wholesale from Dovetail. You could try googling the image.
Your bedroom is so serene and beautiful! Could you please tell me where you got the french return curtain rods?
Thank you, Michelle
Thanks!! They are from Pottery Barn. Should be a link.
Your room is stunning, love the mix of new and vintage. I’m sure you’re enjoying that beautiful space!
Thanks, Barb!!
Did you use wood look tile in your bedroom? We live on a lake and everyone says get luxury plank vinyl.. but I just really don’t like the clickity clack of LPV. I like the look of this tile.
Ours is real wood not tile, Phyllis.
Your bedroom looks like a restful retreat. I really like the way the darker furniture pieces and floor to give the room more depth and contrast.
You mentioned that you might want a bench at the foot of the bed and I just came across one. I have been looking for one for myself and received a Joss and Main catalog this week (I have no idea how I got on their mailing list as I’ve never bought from them). There is a good looking piece called Spence that even has storage however, it only comes in one fabric choice. The price is sure right at $307 less 10% off with a code. One thing I don’t know about is the quality.
Thanks, Wren!!! I will check it out.
Love your new master bedroom, and how spacious it is, it made me miss my previous bedroom, although bed sheets washing day was a drag…😅. That alone was a workout, ugh And those king mattresses are so heavy. At least mine was. I love your new color palette, but my favorite is got to be the striped drapes, which color did you pick ? The colors on the sites looks definitely different than in your pics.
Mary Ann your new bedroom looks just fabulous! I bet you are in heaven with the spacious room and the charming “ladies loft” right out the door. It is so serene and lovely!
Thanks, Cindy. Wish you would come visit!!
Wowie, just beautiful, I have said a few times now to you it amazes me how much you have been able to accomplish in such a short time. Kudos to you both.
It’s funny as I see all the things undone. Thank you though!!!
Beautiful bedroom! Can you please share the paint color used?
Yes…I mentioned it somewhere but not prominently. It’s BM Simply White.
We are headed on a Mediterranean cruise next week and our last two days are in turkey. I am hoping to pick up a rug there. Last time we were there I got a rug that I have love for the last 17 years!! Your bedroom looks great!
Sounds like a dream trip, Martha. I bet you will find a great rug!
You absolutely, totally nailed it! Your master bedroom is fabulous.
Thanks, Judie! We like it.
I love the mix of furnishings in your master bedroom. Does the upholstered bed take a traditional mattress and box spring or something different?
Yes, it has a traditional box spring in it and we bought a Casper King size mattress.