An ottoman can simply be described as a chair without any arms or back, but it is most commonly used as a foot rest. The seat is usually padded or upholstered and it is commonly used as a stool or footstool. Many ottomans are designed to be used for storage space. These ottomans are hollow and the cushioned top can be removed to access stored items.
Three ways to create a striking headboard
Hotel chicA broad screen, covered in a smart grass cloth paper and finished with studs, creates an inviting enclosure around the bed, complete with reading lamps and built-in shelves in walnut. The bed is dressed symmetrically but kept snug with soft blankets and throws, and some plump boudoir cushions. A long ottoman at the foot of the bed.
How to make it work o Cover a custom-made MDF screen with a striking wallpaper and trim the front edges with upholstery studs or braid so the piece feels finished. Shelves in walnut are a smart, practical touch.o Choose neat, jointed wall-mounted reading lights to maximise the space.o Layer luxurious bedding and linens to create a snug, welcoming retreat.
Modern ClassicFor a scheme that has a classic feel with a contemporary edge, we have customised a smart off-the-peg headboard by painting it in a striking matte black paint. The headboard’s bold shape is balanced with a strong, traditionally striped furnishing fabric and bed linen in a large-scale toile de Jouy pattern. To emphasise the mixture of styles, wall-hung antique plaster cameos are combined with modern chrome floor lights, which provide an unusual yet practical solution to the problem of bedside lighting.
How to make it work o A bold statement headboard can be balanced with strongly patterned bedlinen.o If you want to change the colour of furniture you have bought off-the-peg, seal your paint with a clear matte varnish to help prevent it chipping off.
Fabric Wall HangingA bold fabric wall hanging, lined with wadding for comfort, draws the eye to the bed, dressed in bed linens in gentle blush colours accented with touches of jade and old gold. Large, inviting pillows and a thick eiderdown are casually placed to allow the scheme to feel relaxed and informal. Pair these elements with simple contemporary furniture and sisal flooring to keep the look modern.
How to make it worko Choose a really smart pole and bracket for the fabric wall hanging.o Combine soft and luxurious layers of fine bed linens in gentle tones for a relaxed feel.