The master suite is your sanctuary. Much more than a place to sleep, bathe and get dressed, the well-designed suite provides a private retreat in which to rest, refocus, reconnect and pamper yourself. Perhaps more than any other room, it should reflect your personal style. Below are some of our favorite trends in master suite design:
Return of Wallpaper 
Wallpaper is back in a big way, particularly on an accent wall to add a bit of drama behind the bed. Large, bold patterns and metallics are especially hot. The good news: “The product today is much easier to work with. It’s easier to install, easier to manipulate on the wall and easier to remove,” says LeRue Brown, director of marketing at York Wall coverings.
Fireplaces 
Many historic homes had fireplaces in the bedrooms as a primary heat source. Today, they’re regaining popularity for their ambiance and charm. “The stone fireplace in this rustic contemporary home provides a cozy corner of the bedroom for relaxing and enjoying coffee,” says designer Emily Castle. If you don’t have a built-in flue, opt for a ventless gas or wall-mounted fireplace.
Ergonomic/Adjustable Beds 
“People used to think of adjustable beds as only for the infirm, but more and more we’re seeing younger couples and healthy people buying them for various comfort and lifestyle reasons,” says Jonathan Handyside, owner of The Back Store. A popular seller is the Tempur-Pedic Cloud Supreme Split King mattress on an Ergo Premier adjustable base.
Open Concept 
Those seeking a modern feel might consider opening up the master suite. Eliminate walls separating the bedroom from the bath, and use vanities and cabinetry that resemble furniture, to blend more seamlessly. For privacy, the toilet still may be walled off, keeping the sink and bath/shower area open to the room.
Custom-Upholstered Headboards 
“Using an upholstered headboard provides a spot for comfortable bedtime reading, while acting as a focal point for the design,” says designer Kim Carmenzind of White T Design, who created this one for a local client. “This headboard balanced the soft, casual ambiance of the room with its classically tailored finish and modern, clean lines.”
Bold colors/patterns in Bedding
Though soft neutrals and classic hotel-style bedding will always be in fashion, bolder colors and patterns are popping up everywhere, particularly in Ikat and geometric patterns, like the Gio duvet cover and shams in bright orange by Jonathan Adler.
by Amy Burger
