Interior Design Case Study ~ Twin Bedroom Update

As children grow, their bedrooms need to grow with them. What once worked perfectly as a twin room for younger children had begun to feel unsuitable.  We were asked to update this bedroom for the owners’ now young adult children, as well as their friends who often come to stay.

The bedroom is south-east facing and is filled with natural light. With views across the countryside and mature gardens we wanted to keep that sense of lightness, while introducing some fresh colour and pattern and making better use of the space.

The existing pieces were still very much loved, so rather than starting again, we worked around them, adding new elements that would bring the room together and give it a more grown-up feel.

The twin beds were replaced with new ones that have useful storage underneath and can be linked together when needed, giving the room flexibility when friends or other guests come to stay.

We then commissioned bespoke upholstered headboards, designed to feel generous and inviting. For the upholstery, we chose a soft Linwood print, its leafy pattern providing a subtle reference to the mature trees just beyond the windows. It felt like a natural way to bring some of the landscape into the room.

A soft blue ticking stripe from Ian Mankin was introduced on the bed valances. The classic stripe works alongside the bolder headboard fabric, adding another layer of pattern without making the scheme feel too busy.

The walls are painted in Farrow & Ball White Tie, a warm, soft neutral that works beautifully with the natural light. We used Wimborne White on the ceiling and woodwork, creating just enough contrast to give the room definition while keeping the overall feeling fresh and light.

The result is a room that feels more grown-up, but still relaxed and welcoming. The mix of pattern, old and new pieces and soft colour gives it a sense of character, while the practical changes mean it can work just as well for the family as it can for guests.

Updating a room doesn’t always mean starting from scratch, sometimes it’s about looking at what already works and making a few considered changes. Have a project in mind?

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