12 Bedroom Design Mistakes (+ How to Avoid Them) @baixu
12 Bedroom Design Mistakes (+ How to Avoid Them)  @baixu
Uploaded June 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this video, I'll guide you through the 12 most common design mistakes I see in bedrooms so you can avoid them, offering practical tips and creative alternatives. The design principles are based on human psychology, fengshui, and general common sense.

Discover the importance of mixing furniture styles, sizes, and shapes to create visual interest in your bedroom. Learn how to position your wardrobe to optimise space and flow, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere as soon as you step inside. Say goodbye to high-energy distractions by separating work and exercise areas from your sleep space, promoting a peaceful environment.

I'll reveal alternative mirror placements that enhance tranquility and provide tips for balancing your bed's visual appeal by incorporating objects on both sides.

We'll delve into soothing colour schemes inspired by nature, I'll also share creative headboard alternatives and guide you on choosing the right rug size to complete the look of your bedroom.

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
0:44 Bed position
1:32 Objects over the bed
2:06 Proportion of furniture
3:10 Clearances
3:35 Matching furniture sets
4:12 Wardrobe position
4:22 High-energy distractions
4:56 Mirror reflections
5:18 Bedside balance
5:55 Colours
6:32 Headboards
7:07 Rug size

ABOUT ME
Hi everyone, if you’re new here, I’m Bai Xu, a licensed architect in the U.K. and Germany, I studied at Bath, Cambridge and UCL Barlett School of Architecture. And on this channel, I share information about architecture, design, home renovation, and general vlogs about my life, so there is a lot of topics for everyone!

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