By Emily Williams
When Amy Atkinson and Caitlin Ogren were given a chance to outfit the 2015 Inspiration Home’s master bedroom, they went to work creating a calm retreat. c “We went with a neutral palate,” Ogren said. “We just wanted it to be a soothing and calm master bedroom.”
A wooden four-poster bed is the focal point in the room with a neutral fabric covering the headboard and footboard.
Atkinson and Ogren with Three Sheets, a linen shop in Homewood, agreed that the bed was the key to their success in the room, outfitted with soft greys and off-white shades that allow the variety of fabrics to provide the drama. Texture was added through fur accents in the form of pillows and a throw.
Outside of their own products, Ogren said KADCO’s use of a raw-wood wall was a bonus for their design, providing a contrast to the softness of the furnishings.
Finding personality through neutral pieces is advice that Ogren said she would give to anyone who is struggling to find a theme in their own bedroom.
“If you stick with a neutral, you can do a patterned pillow or a fur throw to keep it fun,” she said.
Tastes change over time, Atkinson said, so it’s wise to stick with neutral colors for the essentials and change out the accessories as desired.
“Buying new items is not inexpensive,” Ogren said. “In my opinion, you are better off waiting and buying the pieces you want versus something you are settling for.”
For someone who is looking to fill a new room, Ogren and Atkinson’s advice is to purchase the essentials and wait for the rest of the furnishings to follow. Those essential items include a bed, linens and a coverlet.
“With linens I would say you need to stick with something classic,” Ogren said. “When spending money on linens, you should get something you’re going to love forever and then add pillows or a throw.”
Atkinson said the price of sheets should not overwhelm the buyer if they think about how much time they will be spending in bed. “Sheets can be pricey, but it’s worth it,” she said.
One cause for concern when skimping on sheets is the size. With the pillow-top trend, Ogren said many brands of sheets do not accommodate the height of the mattress.
“Mattresses are getting larger and larger,” Ogren said. “We have a couple of sheet companies that make the pockets bigger so you can fit those larger mattresses.”
Both ladies of Three Sheets said they hope their interpretation of a master bedroom will inspire others to create a soothing environment in their own homes. If guests fall in love with any of the furnishings and wish to add to their collection, Ogren said, the items in the room are for sale and can be special ordered from the store.
“The best rooms are created over time, because it’s filled with things you’ve fallen in love with,” Atkinson said. “That is what brings out your personality in a space.”
