Ask a designer: 7 ways to curate a bedroom that exudes quiet luxury

Wayne Yap of WO Atelier on how to curate a bedroom that exudes quiet luxury

“Quiet luxury in interiors is defined through harmonious design elements. It incorporates a neutral colour palette with textures, subtle accents and a curated selection of furniture and lighting,” explains Wayne Yap, executive director of WO Atelier.

To curate such a space, Wong believes it’s crucial to establish a vision for the room. “Consider and visualise the desired mood and overall aesthetic. Then choose furniture crafted from premium materials and texture for tactile appeal,” states Yap.

Luxurious fabrics for bedding and curtains are essential, while lush area rugs provide a cosy underfoot sensation.

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Wayne Yap, executive director of WO Atelier

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“The choice of furniture should feature clean lines, graceful curves, and timeless design. Don’t forget that implementing organisational systems and storage solutions keep the space free from visual distractions,” he adds.

Yap believes a bedroom exuding quiet luxury is timeless and vital for well-being as the aesthetic emphasises comfort and serenity, thus promoting restful sleep and relaxation. “The indulgent experience of such a bedroom adds a touch of luxury to everyday life, making one feel pampered and cherished,” he concludes.

1. Line clear

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B&B Italia Jack Living Storage

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B&B Italia’s Jack Living Storage Unit by lighting expert Michael Anastassiades is distinguished by its sleek geometric lines. Yap likes that the Jack Wall shelf, available from Space Furniture, is also highly flexible and expandable to a larger area.

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2. Bright things

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Baxter Stardust LED Mirror

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A unique yet functional decorative item completes the look, and Baxter’s Stardust LED Mirror from Space Furniture is Yap’s pick: “ This 2-meter mirror finished in sleek brass edging is a touch of gloss which matches the table lamp perfectly.”

3. Bedside manner

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Poliform Onda Bedside Table

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Yap loves Poliform’s Onda Bedside Table, available from Space Furniture to match the bed. “The curved form, exquisite finishing top with solid wood or leather and detailed leather handle combine for a table with a timeless appearance.

4. Take a bow

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Moooi Bow Beijing Rug

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To add a lively accent to the earthy palette, Yap recommends Moooi’s Bow Beijing Rug from Space Furniture: “This artistic piece from Claire Vos is playful in form and explores the interweaving of colourful yarns resulted in refined textured details.”

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5. Top seat

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B&B Italia Almora Lounge Chair,

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Available from Space Furniture, B&B Italia’s enveloping Almora Lounge Chair, as its designers, Nipa Doshi and Jonathan Levien describe, “longs to be a haven from the world, a place for contemplation and reading.” Inspired by natural forms, it embraces the person sitting in it and allows for total relaxation.

6. Liminal light

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Lee Broom Mini Crescent Table Lamp

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Lee Broom Mini Crescent Table Lamp from Space Furniture adds light and a sculptural form to the bedroom. “I have always thought slicing a sphere asymmetrically in half is a clever breakthrough to a common shape,” muses Yap.

“Broom’s ingenious designs are widely used across hotels, homes and commercial spaces. I admire how a single design can suit different typologies and designs.”

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7. Dream time

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Poliform Rever bed

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Poliform’s Rever bed is a quietly elegant statement piece from Space Furniture. This Rodolfo Dordoni-designed bed is one of Yap’s favourite pieces for its enveloping bedhead that stands out as a feature in any bedroom.

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WO Atelier Quiet Luxury Bedroom Design Poliform B&B Italia Baxter Lee Broom

Jennifer Choo

Regional Managing Editor of Tatler Homes, Tatler Malaysia

Jennifer Choo is Regional Managing Editor of Tatler Homes, covering architecture, interior design, and art across Asia. Based in Malaysia, she oversees regional content on luxury residential design and contemporary art collections. Legally trained but choosing to pursue her passion for design, she previously led notable design publications and worked as an interior stylist and art consultant for property developers, design firms, and private clients.