11 Minimalist Bedrooms That Will Inspire The Marie Kondo In You

Anjie Cho December 11, 2019

Clutter is just downright distracting—especially when it's next to you as you're trying to sleep. As professional organizer Tracy McCubbin recently shared on mindbodygreen, people can run into trouble getting some shut-eye while surrounded with stuff that reminds them of their to-do lists.

She gave the example of a recent client, writing, "There was a bed piled high with clothes, a closet overpacked and overflowing, stacks of unread business books everywhere. Every night as she tried to fall asleep, she would stare at piles of clutter and beat herself up. Her bedroom was no longer a sanctuary but a giant stack of failures—failure to put things away, to read all the books, to 'do it all.'"

If you have a hunch that it might be time to streamline your sleep space, we have you covered with some inspo. In pursuit of the ultimate minimalist bedroom, we combed through mindbodygreen's Holistic Home Tour series that spotlights homeowners around the world who have turned their spaces into soothing sanctuaries. We came up with 11 stunning interiors that combine relaxing color schemes, natural materials, and inviting fabrics to forge a pared-down place to dream. We hope they inspire you to go forth and declutter and then follow it up with a little refresh.

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6 Gifts That Give Your Bedroom New Life, According To A Feng Shui Expert

Anjie Cho November 27, 2019

featured on mindbodygreen by Krista Soriano

The bedroom is one of the most private spaces in the home, and according to feng shui educator Anjie Cho, it's the one room that represents us—and affects us—the most.

"When we're in our bedroom, we're usually in a more passive, relaxed state—we're more open and our guard is down," she says, and this makes us more vulnerable to the energies within the room. In that sense, "any kind of feng shui adjustments you make in the bedroom will be the most powerful in the whole home."

Below, Cho lends us her feng shui insight for gifts—for your friends and loved ones, or just yourself—that can help cultivate a nurturing, nourishing, and safe space.

A standing or hanging mirror

"In feng shui, the command position is being able to see the bedroom door while lying in bed. This puts you in the best position to deal with whatever energy might be coming through the door and into your life. When it's not possible to face the door in a bedroom, you can set up a mirror so that you can see the reflection of the door when you're in bed. Side note: The shape of a circular mirror represents continuity and harmony—so it's a great gift idea for a couple."

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A Feng Shui Bedroom Layout to Rest Easy

Anjie Cho November 20, 2019

featured on The Wellnest

Sure, we all sleep—but how many of us truly get a restorative night’s rest? According to a 2016 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in three adults don’t get enough sleep. (The American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends adults aged 18 to 60 sleep at least seven hours each night to promote optimal health and wellness.) To create a more harmonious place for rest, consider adopting a decluttered feng shui bedroom layout.

For greater insight, we consulted Anjie Cho, an architect, feng shui expert, and author of Holistic Spaces: 108 Ways to Create a Mindful and Peaceful Home. We also chatted with Amy Friedman, founder of Clutter Away LA, a personal organizing business dedicated to clearing your space and mind alike. Here’s their take on small yet impactful steps for better sleep with a calm and clear bedroom.

Why Your Bedroom Matters

A Much Needed Safe Haven

Anjie emphasizes the importance of your bedroom, as it’s your most private space and one in which you spend a lot of time. “Think about how many hours you spend in your bedroom and in bed compared to other places,” she suggests. “If you sleep in a difficult bedroom, where it’s hard to open the door and everything is cluttered, it can affect your day-to-day life.”

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