Wednesday, June 25, 2025

No matter how many rooms you have, your home can be categorized into two distinct areas. You have the “public spaces” where you entertain guests, spend time together as a family, and use them for socializing, but you also have your “private spaces,” which are personal retreats from the rest of the world. Renovating a private space is about more than creating a space to entertain. When you focus on features for your bedroom suite, you focus on taking care of yourself. While it’s always practical to think of resale value and the impact a well-designed bedroom suite can have on potential buyers, a bedroom suite renovation should focus on luxury touches you can enjoy right now.

Large master bedroom suite with fireplace, large windows and built in lighting.

Built-ins Can Customize Any Space

“Suite” implies “large space” to most of us, but when you are renovating, you might feel stuck with the space you have. In some cases, you can expand the footprint of your primary bedroom by taking space from other areas, and your contractor will be able to let you know if this is possible. However, if you can’t expand the footprint, there are things you can do to make the room feel bigger and more like a suite. One of the best ways to do this is with built-ins. With built-in storage and shelving, you can eliminate the need for too much clunky furniture eating up square footage and can make any room feel spacious. A good contractor can look at your space and develop a plan to customize it with built-ins.

Walk-In Closets Designed for You

Clutter is the enemy of relaxation. When you have a room filled with “stuff”, your brain can’t relax, even if you aren’t usually bothered by minor messes. A customized closet will give you a place for everything, making organization easy to maintain, and banishing clutter from your master suite. Even if your room wasn’t initially designed for a walk-in closet, a good contractor can create a space perfect for storing everything you need. There are many options for walk-in closet design. Some homeowners love the idea of a closet that can be used as a dressing space with built-in benches and vanities, while others are focused on the customized storage options that ensure you’ll have plenty of space for everything you need. Your contractor can work with you to design the perfect walk-in closet.

Upgraded Luxury with Customized Wall Treatments

Wallpaper had its moment in the last century, and many homeowners think of wallpaper as old-fashioned and something to avoid. However, high-end wallpaper, along with other wall treatment options, is making a comeback. Texture on the walls is a far more luxurious choice than paint. While many homeowners feel that paint is always the right choice, especially when considering resale value, textured wall treatments give the impression of extreme luxury. They not only soften the space, but will make it a truly custom bedroom suite. Keep an open mind about your walls, and talk with your contractor about wall treatment options.

Lighting Installations to Take Your Bedroom Suite to the Next Level

Many homeowners underestimate the impact of good lighting design on a bedroom suite. However, lighting sets the mood in any room. Using the light built into the ceiling fan or relying on lamps can make the room too harsh at times, and insufficient at others, no matter what bulb you choose. The best lighting for a bedroom suite is adjustable, and the best way to get this is by installing recessed lights on a dimmer. Recessed lighting won’t break the smooth lines of your ceiling, but will provide significantly more light to every corner of the room. When you want the space well-lit as you get ready in the morning, you have that option, and when you’re ready to wind down at night, you can adjust the lighting for a soft glow. Another lighting design that can’t miss is installing built-in bedside lighting. Instead of a clunky lamp taking up room on the nightstand, you can have a “wireless” personal sconce at the exact height you need when you want to read in bed. When you are planning your bedroom suite renovation, make sure to talk to your contractor about lighting design.

Upgraded Features Make Your Suite a Retreat

Once you’ve taken care of the basics, look at other upgraded features you can add. Depending on the size and layout of the room, you can add a built-in fireplace or a sitting area for ultimate luxury and relaxation. However, you can still use upgraded features even if you don’t have the space to add a defined area. Radiant flooring can make your room comfortable and cozy even on the coldest winter days. Replacing standard windows with floor-to-ceiling options will enhance the natural light, and even something as simple as adding additional outlets so you are never caught short can all turn a basic bedroom into a true retreat.

Renovating the “private quarters” can, in many ways, be more satisfying than upgrading a public space. When adding custom features to your bedroom, you create a retreat that prioritizes self-care and your well-being. While creating a timeless space that will appeal to future buyers is a consideration, when renovating a bedroom suite, it’s essential to think about what would make the space perfectly customized for you right now. Your contractor will be able to work with you to find the perfect design for a bedroom suite that allows you to relax.

Ready to transform your bedroom into a luxurious retreat designed just for you? At Total Quality Construction, we create custom spaces that bring comfort, style, and functionality together. Let’s design a bedroom suite that feels like your sanctuary, because you deserve it. Contact us today to start planning your dream suite.