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Lilith Hudson

Does Minimalism Help You Sleep? We Asked Experts If Stripping Back Your Bedroom Is the Secret to Better Rest

Cream bedroom with cream bedding and headboard, red ottoman, wall sconce, and timber side table.

The idea that our surroundings affect how we sleep is nothing new, but instead of buying into blackout blinds and gimmicky sleep tech, could the secret to better sleep be as simple as adopting a more minimalist approach in the bedroom?

As our homes become busier and more multifunctional, bedrooms are increasingly doubling as offices, dressing rooms, and storage spaces. The result? A space that’s meant to help us switch off can end up doing the opposite. Minimalist interior design, however, offers a compelling counterpoint. By stripping a bedroom back to the essentials, you reduce visual noise and create a calmer environment that's more conducive to rest.

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