Our Pottery Barn Bedroom Makeover: From Mismatched to Timeless Retreat
When we first moved into our farmhouse, our bedroom wasn’t exactly a restful retreat. The walls were peach, the ceiling bright white, and the floors a very orange oak. While it served its purpose, the space never truly felt like ours. We filled it with leftover furniture that happened to fit, and while functional, it lacked intention and warmth.
Fast forward to today, and our bedroom feels like a completely different space thanks to a thoughtful refresh with Pottery Barn bedroom furniture. What was once a mismatched room is now a cozy, timeless retreat we’ll love for decades to come.
The Challenge of Designing a Sloped Ceiling Bedroom
If you’ve ever tried to decorate a room with an angled roofline, you know it’s no easy task. Traditional furniture can feel too tall, while smaller pieces can look out of place. Lighting is tricky, artwork placement becomes a puzzle, and creating balance in the room requires careful planning.
Our goal was to work with the architecture rather than against it. We wanted to highlight the character of the sloped ceilings while ensuring the space still felt spacious, comfortable, and intentional.
Choosing Timeless Bedroom Furniture
One of the biggest changes came from investing in quality bedroom furniture from Pottery Barn. Instead of cobbling together leftover pieces, we intentionally chose furniture that felt cohesive and designed for the space.
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The Bed Frame: A warm wood bed anchors the room, adding richness and depth against the neutral walls. The classic silhouette feels traditional yet versatile, perfect for layering with modern or vintage elements.
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Matching Nightstands: We opted for dark wood nightstands on either side of the bed to create symmetry. With deep drawers, they provide much-needed storage without overwhelming the room.
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The Dresser: Perhaps the most transformative piece, the dresser combines function and beauty. With ample drawer space and traditional lines, it feels like a piece that could easily be passed down through generations.
Tip for readers: If you’re designing your own sloped ceiling bedroom, choose a bed and dresser in the same wood tone to ground the space. Then use smaller accents (like lamps or art) to introduce variety.
Layering Textures for Comfort
Once the furniture was in place, it was time to focus on bedding and accessories. Pottery Barn’s textiles are designed for layering, and we leaned into that philosophy to create a space that feels cozy yet elevated.
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Bedding: We chose a soft patterned quilt with coordinating shams that bring subtle visual interest without overwhelming the space. The neutral color palette ensures the room will never feel dated.
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Rug: A vintage-inspired rug grounds the bed, softening the wood floors and adding warmth underfoot.
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Lighting: Brass wall sconces on either side of the bed not only save space on the nightstands but also create a warm glow that instantly makes the room feel more intimate.
Decorating a Farmhouse Bedroom with Character
Decorating was where the personality really came through. We wanted our farmhouse bedroom to feel like a collected space—warm, nostalgic, and inspired by the countryside around us.
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Natural Elements: Amber and ceramic vases filled with dried branches bring the outdoors in, while a small potted plant adds life to the window side.
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Artwork: A mix of landscape paintings and line art balances old and new. Hanging one above the bed draws the eye upward and makes the sloped ceiling feel intentional.
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Candles & Accessories: Brass candlesticks, framed photos, and simple pottery give the nightstands and dresser surfaces depth without clutter.
This layered approach keeps the room feeling personal and lived-in while still streamlined.
Before and After: The Transformation
It’s hard to believe this is the same room. What started as a peach-walled, orange-floored space has been completely reimagined:
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Before: Peach walls, white ceiling, orange oak floors, mismatched leftover furniture.
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After: Soft neutral walls, timeless wood furniture from Pottery Barn, cozy textiles, layered decor, and thoughtful lighting.
The result is a calming, collected space that feels like it’s always been part of our home.
Tips for Designing a Sloped Ceiling Bedroom
Since so many people struggle with attic rooms or angled rooflines, here are three takeaways from our experience:
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Keep it symmetrical where possible. Matching nightstands and sconces create balance in a space where the architecture feels asymmetrical.
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Use low furniture to your advantage. A taller dresser on the full wall balances the lower angles of the ceiling.
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Layer textures, not clutter. Rugs, quilts, and natural accents bring warmth without making the space feel cramped.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Pottery Barn collection is your furniture from?
We chose pieces that mix classic farmhouse style with timeless finishes. You can shop Everything here.
How do you style around sloped ceilings?
Work with symmetry and scale. Low-profile furniture, balanced with taller artwork or mirrors, helps keep the room feeling intentional.
What paint color did you use?
We went with a warm neutral that enhances the wood tones and creates a cozy backdrop. (Farrow & Ball Light Gray.)
Is this bedroom farmhouse style?
Yes, but it also blends traditional and timeless elements. It’s classic enough to last through changing trends.
Final Thoughts
This project was about so much more than redecorating. It was about creating a bedroom that finally feels like us—a true adult space that’s both cozy and timeless. With Pottery Barn’s classic furniture and thoughtful design details, we now have a room that not only looks beautiful but also feels like a restful retreat at the end of every day.
For the first time since moving in, we feel like we have a bedroom that was intentionally designed and built to last. And that’s a feeling worth investing in.
