18 Yellow Bedroom Ideas to add a Subtle Cheerful Touch
Whether you’re looking to simply change up the appearance of your bedroom or undertake a full-blown remodel, yellow bedroom ideas should be at the top of your list. This color can evoke feelings of happiness, joy, humor, and spontaneity as well as optimism, mental clarity, and intellect.
From yellow bedding to a yellow headboard or even a single accent wall, this versatile color can make all the difference in your interior design. Below you can find the most gorgeous yellow bedrooms to inspire your next project.
Pair Subtle Yellow Walls With Soft Linens for a Welcoming Environment
Depending on the look you’re going for in the room, there are various shades of yellow that can work well around a bed, especially more pale and subdued tones.
This example bedroom has a relaxed and inviting air, drawing you in and helping you unwind after a stressful day. Soft linens add a touch of visual texture to the room, as does the natural wood flooring.
Styled by Asa Copparstad for Historiska Hem
Match Your Curtains and Walls to Create a Yellow Bedroom That’s Bursting With Personality
This rich, sunny room is the perfect shade of yellow-orange, with big windows and warm wood flooring. In this setting, plain white walls would likely feel far too stark as opposed to inviting and comforting.
The light color palette used for the bedding paired with the dark brown furniture and modern decor is another excellent choice for this room, resulting in a cohesive yellow bedroom that serves as a statement piece for the whole home.
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Use Neutral Tones and Shades of White to Showcase the Unique Paint Color on the Walls
This example uses a darker yellow-brown paint as a solid basis for a neutral bedroom. The white half-wall makes for the perfect headboard as well as a storage area for eye-catching decor.
White curtains and light-colored bedding work with the white ceiling to exaggerate the natural light coming from the window, which brightens the space and allows the wall paint to really shine.
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Fill Your Sleeping Space With Bright Colors that Both Contrast and Complement the Yellow Walls
This yellow bedroom features a bold mix of vibrant colors, including a lilac bed and a gallery of abstract wall art. A perfect representation of the resident’s personality, this style is bursting with fun, bright shades that are sure to be the talking point of guests.
A mix of materials for flooring, floating shelves for a nightstand, and uniquely shaped ceiling lighting cement the theme, resulting in a bold yellow bedroom that’s truly one-of-a-kind.
Styling by Åsa Copparstad , photographed by Emily Laye for Historiska Hem
Use a Color Palette That Highlights Golden Yellows for a Cheerful, Yet Conservative, Design
This yellow bedroom uses a very similar shade of paint as the previous example, though the overall color scheme is quite different. The flooring is darker and the bed is more subdued, with a gray headboard and reddish-pink-toned pillows and comforter.
Overall, this bedroom is still fun and a showcase of personality, but the space has a more relaxed and casual feeling that some homeowners may prefer.
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Pair Off-White and Gray Bedding With Soft Yellow Walls to Create a Neutral Bedroom
This classic yellow bedroom is a prime example of a peaceful sleeping space. The soft yellow paint and medium gray tones create a relaxing space to unwind, something that’s accentuated by the gentle pops of green from plant life.
Task lighting on both sides of the bed is positioned perfectly to facilitate late-night reading without taking up unnecessary space on the nightstands. The plush rug at the foot of the bed completes the cozy look.
Styled by Grey Deco, photographed by Janne Olander for Stadshem
Combine Light Yellow Walls and White Bedding for a Neutral Backdrop that Showcases Your Decorating Style
This bedroom uses a variety of similar shades to create a neutral base for decor to shine. Off-white linens and the pale yellow wall color are the perfect blank slate for a wide range of bedroom designs, and this example beautifully displays that.
The throw blanket with primary colors creates an unexpected pop in the otherwise uniform color scheme, and abstract wall art with beige tones ties everything together for a cohesive style.
Styled by Lindholm Design, photographed by Sawsonov for Historiska Hem
Use Patterned Wallpaper and Decorative Pillows for Visual Interest
Nothing creates visual interest with minimal effort quite like bedroom wallpaper. This bedroom with yellow floral wallpaper has a certain vintage charm. Minimal decor and a decorative throw pillow enhance this feel while ensuring that the room isn’t overwhelming to the senses.
The result is a naturally bright yellow bedroom that’s a pleasing shade to look at. The single piece of framed artwork is the perfect touch to round out this bedroom design.
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Pair Yellow Paint, Brown-Toned Accents, and Cozy Bedding for a Mildly Earthy Bedroom Design
A palette consisting of varying shades of yellow and brown can serve to create an earthy and natural bedroom design that will stand the test of time. These rich, peaceful tones can boost your mood, while the geometric pattern on the rug brings additional visual appeal.
As an added bonus, the curtains starting at the ceiling create an illusion in which the windows seem larger than they are, which in turn makes the room feel more spacious.
Styled by Livin Deco, photographed by Krister Engström for Kvarteret Makleri
Buttery Yellow Walls as the Perfect Complement to a Lively Child’s Room
There’s perhaps no better room for a bold yellow than a children’s bedroom. This cheery and playful bedroom is full of youthful wonder. Striped pillows on the bed are a great touch, however, other patterns would do well here too.
A whimsical mural wouldn’t be out of place here, either, only serving to further the merriment. A few more pops of green, orange, or pink could enhance the brightness of the yellow and accentuate the existing decor.
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Yellow-Beige Walls Paired With a Neutral Color Scheme for a Peaceful Bedroom Space
Similar to some of the previous examples we’ve looked at so far, this bedroom uses tan tones throughout to create a neutral bedroom.
The yellow-beige paint complements this style beautifully. Overall, the design of this room blends modern, contemporary, and more traditional elements well, particularly with the peg rail along the wall opposite the bed.
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A Pale Yellow Color on the Walls With Crisp White Linens to Enhance the Bright, Natural Light
A showcase of minimalism with a splash of personality, this bedroom is full of natural sunlight, which only serves to strengthen the joyful appearance.
The white ceiling, gauzy white sheets, and dark floor provide excellent contrast to the yellow, while the warm orange-brown tone of the nightstands complement it nicely. The resulting bedroom is one that anyone would love waking up in.
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Use Mustard Yellow Paint to Create a Warm and Inviting Bedroom With Subtle Accent Pieces
A golden mustard tone, this yellow bedroom is warm and rich, creating an inviting air. Pale bedding and a similarly colored lantern bring a cozy, casual feel to the room. The shelving above the bed draws the eye further into the bedroom, while the books themselves give off an academic, lived-in vibe.
By turning all the spines to the wall, the natural color of the pages echoes the rest of the room’s palette, completing the look.
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Wood Tones and Textured Bedding Pairs Beautifully With Yellow-Brown Walls
This bedroom uses the same shade of paint across all the walls, trim, and ceiling, including the bathroom door.
This creates a unique, uniform look that places the color front and center. Warm brown and tan tones complement it well, and the blankets, sheets, and pillows used on the bed act as a focal point with the textures anchoring the space.
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Create a Vintage Feel in Your Bedroom With Yellow Tones Throughout the Space
This bedroom is packed full of antique aesthetics, yet with modern touches for just the right amount of flair. The quilted comforter and wood furniture harken back to a bygone era in a way that’s as timeless as it is lovely. A few yellow flowers on the window sill could be the perfect finishing touch to this room.
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Highlight a Uniquely Shaped Bedroom With Cool Tones in Shades of Yellow
Bedrooms in an uncommon shape always pose several design challenges. One way to tackle this issue is to lean into the one-of-a-kind nature of the room.
This example bedroom does this well, using pale yellow tones, unconventional placements, and a mix of materials to make a stunning room that keeps things interesting.
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Provide Contrast to Dark, Industrial-Style Accents With a Happy Color Like Yellow
For the final example in our list of yellow bedroom ideas, we have a no-frills bedroom with yellow as the counter to industrial-style decor. The resulting contrast is similar to that of black and white, but much softer with a gentler transition.
This allows dark, dramatic artwork to be prominently highlighted, as seen here. Mismatched pillows draw in the eye, while task lighting makes for a more cozy nighttime routine.
Styled by Temporärt, photographed by Sylwan for Historiska Hem
Pale Yellow Walls and Blue Crown Molding in a Classic Bedroom
This bright bedroom in a historic building has pale yellow walls, an off-white paint color on the ceiling, and a blue trim on the crown molding for a unique effect. The inside of the window frames is painted in the same color as the walls, making the bedroom look cohesive.
via Historiska Hem
