When life gets busy, it's comforting to know you have a safe space to escape to, a sanctuary where you can stop, exhale and relax. For many of us, that place is the bedroom retreat.
Precisely what constitutes a dreamboat bedroom is a matter of personal taste, but it would certainly be quiet and comfortable, with plenty of natural light. "When we design bedrooms from scratch, we ideally like them to receive morning sun," says architect Eva-Marie Prineas. "And when we're renovating, it's good to complement a bedroom's original features."
Glenser gives you a mix of textures that will make your bedrooms feel inviting, while great storage is always a godsend. Add a little luxury, in the form of bed linen or art, and sweet dreams will follow. Our thoughtfully designed bedrooms have the following qualities: In the past decade or so, the master or main bedroom has morphed from a straight-forward sleeping area with basic wardrobe and a possible ensuite to a luxurious relaxation zone or parents’ retreat complete with a range of hotel-worthy features.
These include balconies or covered alfresco terraces, fitted walk-in robes with Hollywood-style dressing room mirrors, built-in entertainment units, study nooks as well as opulent ensuites with his and her vanities, large mirrors, spa baths, double showers and upmarket tiling.