Large or small, beds are the main focal point of bedrooms. Therefore, headboard designs play a crucial role in crafting the perfect bedroom interiors for you. Here are 10 unique bedroom headboard ideas to help you choose the style that perfectly suits you.

Headboard Design #1: Carved Wood
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Intricate carvings

Intricate botanical patterns add a touch of ethnicity, perhaps even a bohemian chic vibe to this headboard. However, for a contemporary bedroom headboard wall design, use neutral white walls and furnishings with just a few pops of colours such as pastel yellow throw pillows, patterned curtains and cyan bedsheets.

Headboard Design #2: Mesh Design
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Classic wooden headboard

This rustic headboard is sure to remind you of idyllic days with your grandparents, especially when combined with the modern chintz wallpaper behind the bed and floor lamp next to it. Therefore, embrace the bucolic aesthetic with an antique overhead sconce, bright yellow wardrobe and a plethora of indoor plants.

Headboard Design #3: Rustic Runes
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Multi-coloured and edgy

This colourful and asymmetrical bedroom headboard wall design acts as an eye-catching focal point, especially in compact bedrooms. It adds a playful, eclectic vibe, particularly when combined with large, open windows with a long, cosy seat underneath and a gorgeous wooden false ceiling.

Headboard Design #4: Velvet upholstery
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Luxurious options to choose from

Transform your blank walls into a sophisticated bedroom wall with this floor-to-ceiling headboard. Subsequently, create a dreamy bedroom by pairing beautiful, prussian blue, velvet upholstery with a dusky blue wall and floor-length white sheer curtains. Moreover, use rose-gold wall sconces or brass ornaments to add to the luxurious vibe.

Headboard Design #5: POP Material Design
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Stunning white headboards

Hung from the ceiling and carved with an intricate floral pattern, this POP headboard lends a romantic vibe to contemporary bedrooms. Furthermore, it is combined with pink accents such as the beige walls, lamps and bedding. Use hot pink throw pillows further to add to the room’s charm.

Headboard Design #6: Curved Edges
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Keeping you snug

While tufted upholstery and curved edges tend to look stately, the vibrant blue colour, geometric patterns, contrasting pink throw pillows and blanket makes the space feel fun and modern. Therefore, opt for neutral wall colours or unobtrusive wallpapers to ensure the design stays cohesive.

Headboard Design #7: Canopy Style
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Floor to ceiling headboard designs

Make a bold design statement with this canopy style headboard that extends beyond the wall and into the false ceiling. Clever use of spotlights add vibrance to the space while ensuring the space is well lit. Retain focus on the bed with a subtle colour palette in the rest of the room, and opt for accents such as wooden wall panelling, sleek mirrored wardrobes and a comfy tufted reclining chaise.

Headboard Design #8: Extending Multi-purpose Design
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Headboards with side tables

This bedroom headboard wall design removes the struggle of finding matching bedside tables. Consequently, as it extends on either side, there’s ample space for your phone and other knick-knacks. Therefore, take advantage of its short height to put up floating shelves to hold your current reads, potted plants and travel souvenirs.

Headboard Design #9: Cushioned Panel Design
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Comfort & style

Vertically-placed upholstered velvet slats are quirky, yet graceful, creating a relaxing space. subsequently, the maroon throw pillows playfully contrast the blue walls and headboard. Moreover, the large brass mirror, minimalistic light fixtures and the plethora of indoor plants enhances the spa-like vibe of the room.

Headboard Design #10: Tufted Upholstery
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Beautiful blues

Tufted headboards add elegance to any space. Furthermore, pair it with modern wallpaper and large open windows with floor length curtains to create a charming, intimate bedroom. Small decor pieces such as a simple wall mirror, succulents, table clocks and candlesticks add to the rooms’s cozy aesthetic.

Did these designs spark your imagination? Let us know which one was your favourite style.

If you’re designing your room, you should also look at Tips to Design a Vastu-friendly Bedroom.

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