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Hannah Ziegler

Drew Barrymore’s Bedroom Holds a Single Ottoman Secret Designers Say Unlocks Perfect Feng Shui and Restful Sleep

Drew Barrymore bedroom.

A timeless and peaceful bedroom comes down to not only the furniture and accessories themselves, but also how they are arranged. In other words, feng shui is critical, and Drew Barrymore has shown us a fantastic setup on her Instagram page.

The talk show host shared a clip of her neutral bedroom, and we couldn't help but admire the carefully-placed ottoman at the foot of the bed, which adds dimension and a further resting point to the space. It's bedroom feng shui at its finest.

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According to design experts, feng shui has a particularly strong impact in bedrooms.

'The ancient art of feng shui has always had an influence over bedroom interior design, with a focus on balance, flow, and supporting wellbeing being crucial in a room intended for rest,' says Chris Tattersall, founder of bespoke bedding brand Woolroom.

'Key principles for your bedroom include positioning your bed away from the door and ensuring you can get around both sides to ensure a flow of energy around it. This is believed to promote restful sleep and remove any potentially draining or disruptive energy.'

He continues, 'A tidy space also supports a tidy mind, and good feng shui emphasises keeping your bedroom free of clutter to create a restful environment. One study even found that messy bedrooms are linked to poor sleep and heightened anxiety. As the last place you see before sleep, a cluttered room can feel visually overwhelming and signal unfinished tasks to the brain, disrupting relaxation.'

To create a bedroom like Drew's, that prioritizes sleep health alongside strategic styling, add an ottoman, like this one from Wayfair, for storage and an extra seat. Accessorize your bed with layered, neutral linens, like this linen duvet cover from Quince, and this embroidered cushion cover from H&M, for a soft, soothing scheme.

Creating a serene bedroom doesn’t require a complete makeover. Start with small touches: a well-placed ottoman, layered linens, and tidy surfaces, to harness the power of feng shui and elevate your nightly routine.


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