Master Bedroom Suites

    Bottom Line

    When nothing else in the world appears to be right, you can always count on the master bedroom suite being perfect; that is, if you take the time to design it to suit your tastes.
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    Must Know

    • Your design is the right design.

      Don’t let anyone argue this point. If you are designing the bedroom, make it yours and yours alone.

      By: Life123 Editors

    • Colors are important.

    • Start with an empty room.

    Trap Door

    • Don't rush.

      Your bedroom needs to meet your specific requirements in order for you to feel like it is your own private sanctuary. Do not rush the job, or you may end up compensating or settling and find the end product is not at all what you envisioned.

      By: Life123 Editors

    • Avoid the use of stark white.

    • Don't forget about flooring.

    Experts Say

    • Jerry Messman, partner emeritus of Bloodgood Sharp Buster Architects and Planners in Tampa, Fla

      "A lot of builders want to really show the master suite is becoming a real retreat. It doesn't mean you're going to spend all your time there away from the rest of the family, but when you walk into the master bedroom you feel like you're almost on vacation."

      Professional Builder Magazine

    • Nate Berkus, Interior Designer