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For a hint of added
extravagance, treat yourself to bath
time little luxuries like scented
candles, bath salts, even spiced or
fragrant bubble bath. Trust me,
you’ll leave the bath looking like a
million dollars and luxuriating in
sweet-smelling delight.
Don’t forget the small plush rug
by the sink towarmyour feet in the
earlymorning or cold night. Set
aside a small chest or basket to hold
the soiled apparel. Don’t forget to
work into the area, a space to hang
up towels to dry.
After all the changes and
alterations to bed and bath rooms,
treat yourself to a spa night every
once in a while. This comes as a
great elixir for a good night’s rest
besides a whole list of other perks.
lamp on that table that is diagonally
across the bed. It provides balance
andwarmth to the room. If you
prefer to keep the nightstand
clutter-free, opt for wall sconces
instead,” he says.
Just like your bed, the floor
should be soft and inviting as well.
Invest in a big area rug that can go
under your bed. It can be the
biggest decorative item in the room
that also forces your bed to be the
main focus in that space. Besides,
isn’t it a nice feeling towake up
froma good night’s rest and slip
your feet into the warmth of a
shaggy rug.
If you’re lucky enough to have
an abundance of space in the
bedroom, consider placing a chaise
lounge near the windows to
function as a cosy corner for
relaxation. Alternatively, you could
have two armchairs facing each
other and an ottoman nearby to
prop your legs upwhile you chat
awaywith a friend or a significant
other. Keep the fabrics of the sitting
area in neutral tones that easily
complement the rest of the room.
Have a small side table next to the
lounge or between the two
armchairs to place any cups of
beverage or to hold decorations,
THERE is no comfort quite
like experiencing the plush
luxuries of an extravagantly
decorated and tastefully
embellished hotel room. Froma
bed that contours to the silhouette
of one’s body and beckons one into
a deep and restful night’s sleep,
plump feathered pillows, Charlotte
Thomas “bespoke” bed linen,
constant cool temperatures that are
just right, large windows with
breathtaking views, bathtubs that
youwant to soak in all day long, not
forgetting daily housekeeping
services that come with a personal
butler to keep the luxury in place
24/7.
Is there anyone who can say
they have left a long and luxurious
holidaywithout a heavy heart?
Instead of having those little
moments of luxury for short spells
on occasions and have it create
quite the dent on one’s bank
account, why not recreate such
luxurywithin one’s home and
indulge in daily deluxe living?
With just a few tweaks to
interiors, cushy comforts can be
part of your every day! Here’s how:
BEDDIE ‘BUYS’
Themost luxurious hotel beds are
usually dressed in all white; from
the sheets to the pillows and
comforter.
“Visually, the idea of the white
bed is important,” said Starwood
Hotels &Resorts global brand
design vice-president ErinHoover
as reported in the HuffingtonPost.
“Something about an all-white
bed connotes luxury and a good
night’s sleep. The all-white bed
creates this halo effect, where
people think a roomhas been
renovated, even if it is just the bed
that has been changed.”
So ditch the bright prints and
patterns and opt for good ol’ white
sheets. Choose sheets with the
highest thread count your budget
can afford. Have at least two plump
pillows on the bed – then again, the
more themerrier. Throwout
pillows that are flattened to avoid
poor quality sleep and neck aches.
Down comforters also give you that
“burrito” warmth in a cool
bedroom. However, if the budget is
limited, consider alternatives such
as rayon, polyester or cotton,
among others.
> Bringing the feel of a hotel into the home
A good headboard is important
for thosemoments of relaxation
where youwant to just lean up
against and read a book
comfortably. Tufted headboards
for example, offer great cushioning
when sitting upright in bed. Certain
headboard designs alsowork to
tone down noise levels for a better
night’s sleep.
Add two nightstands on either
side of the bed for small items, be it
your phone, an alarmclock or a
table lamp. If space permits, add a
touch of nature with a small vase
filledwith flowers or a succulent
plant.
Having different layers of
lighting is important in setting the
right mood. Youwouldn’t want to
feel wide awake from fluorescent
lights right before you head to bed,
would you? This is where a bedside
lamp comes in perfectly. Interior
designer CoreyMcIntosh advises,
“If the room is large enough, it is
nice to have three points of ambient
light in a
triangle. This
could be
translated into
having
bedside lamps
and another
like a decorative statement piece or
a framed photo.
Lastly, good draperies help curb
the noise and light and give you a
good night’s sleep. Heavy, good
quality drapes may leave a hole in
your pocket, but ask around and do
some scouting for an affordable
seamstress who canworkwithin
your budget. If it’s possible,
purchase the fabrics yourself and
get him/her to customise it to your
liking.
BATHROOMBLISS
Every hotel room is fitted out with
an en-suite bathroom, complete
with lighting that flatter the design
and accoutrements. If a bathtub
can’t be fitted into your bathroom,
opt for a glass-enclosedwalk-in
shower with a shower head that
allows you to adjust the intensity of
the water jet sprays.
The sink area should be wide
enough to accommodate all one’s
toiletries –make-up, skincare and
oral hygiene needs included. Get a
“floating vanity” with shelves
underneath for storage of extra
bath towels or toilet rolls, similar to
hotel bathrooms designed to a
modern concept. Use baskets to
store these items and to keep that
clutter-free look, while trays can be
used as a chic organisation
accessory on the counter-top
where all your toiletries can be
neatly arranged. Complete the
vanity area with a largemirror and
good lighting to assist youwith
whatever one does in front of the
bathroommirror, bedtime
preparations and face-cleansing
rituals included.
BY ALYSSA J. OON
Asense of five-star luxury
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