Dark Academia Bedroom Before & After | Full Renovation
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What happens when you take a blank bedroom and reimagine it through the lens of candlelight, classic literature, and old-world academia?
In today’s video, I’m transforming my entire bedroom into a Dark Academia sanctuary — and I’m bringing you along for every step of the process.
First, I break down what the Dark Academia aesthetic really is (its roots, mood, colors, and inspiration from classic literature and historic European universities). Then we dive into the full makeover:
Planning & preparing the spacePainting the wallsSelecting moody lightingChoosing artwork & wall decorLayering rugs & accessories…and finally, the cinematic reveal.
If you love cozy, intellectual, vintage-inspired spaces influenced by films like Dead Poets Society or aesthetics seen in Sherlock, this transformation is for you.
Whether you're redecorating your room, building your dream aesthetic, or just here for the cozy vibes — I hope this inspires you to romanticize your space.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:33 What I’m Working With
01:13 What is Dark Academia?
01:38 Color for the room
02:18 Preparing the room
03:58 Wall repairs
04:17 More prep
04:53 Painting
07:10 Painting trim and doors
09:16 Bring in furniture
10:14 Window Treatments
14:12 Bring in Accessories
15:15 Billy Bookcase alterations
17:26 Adding lights
17:59 Closet Door alterations
19:10 Additional lighting
19:38 Artwork
20:56 Final Reveal and closing thoughts
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Lived there 22 years. The Dark was so wonderful. Really love your design sensiblity.
Dark Academia Bedroom Before & After | Full Renovation
Matt's World DIY
1,880 views
@mattsworlddiy
Subscribe: @mattsworlddiy
Links to products used: Please note that as an Amazon Associate I may receive a small commission when you click on my links to make a purchase. This, however, has no bearing on my review of any products. Thank you.
Picture Lights: https://amzn.to/4tZ4fxV
Wood Grain Tape: https://amzn.to/4r4XN5X
Gothic Moonlit Landscape Canvas: https://amzn.to/4r1M886
Battery Operated Wall Sconce Set: https://amzn.to/4kWK93t
Washable Rug 9x12: https://amzn.to/4kXhlYx
6 Pack Puck Lights rechargeable: https://amzn.to/4qScmJT
No Stud TV Wall Mount: https://amzn.to/4sbTfM3
Wood Slat wall panels: https://amzn.to/4aNdBpf
Wood Picture Frame: https://amzn.to/4039ZZU
DIY Wood Picture Frame: https://amzn.to/3MwtLdh
Waitbird Steam Cleaner: https://amzn.to/4ryLtfj
Rustic Ceramic Vase: https://amzn.to/4kUILy8
Mehamn sliding door panels: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/mehamn-4...
Rosenmandel curtains: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/rosenman...
Majgull curtains: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/majgull-...
Billy Bookcase: https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/billy-bo...
My Amazon Storefront: https://amzn.to/4greVOT
What happens when you take a blank bedroom and reimagine it through the lens of candlelight, classic literature, and old-world academia?
In today’s video, I’m transforming my entire bedroom into a Dark Academia sanctuary — and I’m bringing you along for every step of the process.
First, I break down what the Dark Academia aesthetic really is (its roots, mood, colors, and inspiration from classic literature and historic European universities). Then we dive into the full makeover:
Planning & preparing the spacePainting the wallsSelecting moody lightingChoosing artwork & wall decorLayering rugs & accessories…and finally, the cinematic reveal.
If you love cozy, intellectual, vintage-inspired spaces influenced by films like Dead Poets Society or aesthetics seen in Sherlock, this transformation is for you.
Whether you're redecorating your room, building your dream aesthetic, or just here for the cozy vibes — I hope this inspires you to romanticize your space.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:33 What I’m Working With
01:13 What is Dark Academia?
01:38 Color for the room
02:18 Preparing the room
03:58 Wall repairs
04:17 More prep
04:53 Painting
07:10 Painting trim and doors
09:16 Bring in furniture
10:14 Window Treatments
14:12 Bring in Accessories
15:15 Billy Bookcase alterations
17:26 Adding lights
17:59 Closet Door alterations
19:10 Additional lighting
19:38 Artwork
20:56 Final Reveal and closing thoughts
—
If you enjoyed this transformation, don’t forget to like & subscribe for more aesthetic room makeovers and cozy living inspiration.
#diy #roommakeover #interiordesign