Bedroom design ideas inspired by The Traitors’ castle

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While you may not fancy yourself as a deceitful traitor, you might have thought once or twice about stealing the style of the iconic Scottish castle…

If, like the rest of the nation, you’re on the edge of your seat this autumn watching the latest batch of celebrities take on the iconic game, you’re in the right place. Perhaps it’s the constant twists and turns that draw you in, or maybe it’s Claudia Winkleman’s fabulous range of knitted jumpers. For interior lovers, we’d argue that the real star of the show is the castle itself.

Situated in the beautiful Scottish Highlands, The Traitors’ castle is an impressive 19th-century landmark, and its brooding aesthetic has become almost as iconic as the game itself! Blending a mix of gothic foundations with “Highland core” cosiness, there’s so much to love about the castle.

So, if you’re tempted to bring a little Traitors’-style drama to your sleep space, this guide is for you. Here, we’ve reimagined some of our most-loved beds and given them a Traitors’ makeover, along with our top tips on how to elegantly transform your bedroom into something fit for The Traitors’ castle.

Set in Scotland, just north of Inverness, the impressive Traitors’ castle is the epitome of “Highland core.” Featuring lots of rich textures and a large helping of tartan, the aesthetic feels luxurious, inviting, and rooted in Scottish heritage. Its natural cosiness makes it ideal for a bedroom design.

Now, let us share our top ten bedroom design ideas that we’ve faithfully recreated from the legendary Traitors’ castle…

Rich foundations

1. Choose a dark and moody colour palette

To lay the groundwork for your Traitors’-inspired bedroom design, it’s a good idea to start with your foundations and pick the perfect moody colour palette. Look at any room in the Traitors’ castle and what colours do you see? Dark browns and burgundies, rich jewel tones, and pops of eccentric orange, teal, and red. The trick is to use darker shades for your base and add vibrant accent shades for some drama.

2. Lean into the eccentricity with a feature wallpaper

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The Traitors’ castle aesthetic is not for the minimalists. This style celebrates loud and proud designs, so dare to be bold. Consider creating a feature wall with some beautiful damask wallpaper. This pattern is linked to elegant, traditional interiors because of its intricate design. Make sure to pick a tone that works with your wider colour scheme to tie your look together.

3. Bring some drama to your floor with a Persian rug

Don’t forget about your flooring! Adding a bedroom rug is a simple switch that can make a big impact. Persian rugs are often associated with grand designs, making them the ideal choice for your Traitors’-inspired room. Or, for a similar vibe, opt for a vintage floral design. Adding a patterned rug under your bed is a great way to bring both character and texture to your floor.

4. Choose a traditional upholstered bed

As a faithful, it’s essential to get a good night’s sleep for a big day of detecting traitors. To build a sleep set up that’s worthy of The Traitors’ castle, we’d suggest investing in a luxurious upholstered bed. As well as bringing instant warmth to your bedroom, upholstered beds are great for adding opulence. Look for traditional silhouettes with high winged headboards, classic button detailing and sumptuous fabrics to capture the grandeur of the castle setting. Our Jenkins, Ronnie, and Lucia beds would all slot in seamlessly.

5. Opt for darker wooden furniture

Your furniture should feel traditional and grand. Rather than sleek, shiny surfaces, swap to solid wooden furniture in a darker stain, finished with intricately carved details. Whether that’s a rich mahogany console table, an aged oak wardrobe, or a walnut-stained bureau with brass hardware. These pieces are sure to give your bedroom that signature gothic look. Plus, now you have somewhere for late-night scribbling as you plot out your next faithful theory…

Moody lighting

6. Swap modern lamps for ornate vintage lamps

When it comes to lighting, creating a dark and cosy ambience is key. This means banishing the big light and replacing any harsh, bright white lights with warm, yellow, glowy bulbs. For your bedside, swap your modern lamps for a base that feels vintage and authentic to a Scottish castle, such as brass or copper, and pair with a fabric shade in a chintzy print.

7. Hang an extravagant chandelier above bed

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For something a little more decadent, why not hang a statement chandelier above your bed? Not only does a glamorous chandelier provide all the lighting you’ll need in your bedroom, but it offers a luxurious focal point in your space. Whether you choose a truly gothic wrought-iron style or something with glistening crystals, your chandelier will throw beautiful, dancing light around the room.

Highland heritage-inspired accessories

8. Dress your bed in Scottish-inspired bedding

For your Traitors’ style makeover, don’t forget your bed. The trick is to add layers of different materials, such as a brushed cotton duvet cover, a chunky knit blanket, and a quilted throw, for maximum cosiness. For your cushions, go for classic tartan designs, or even a Highland cow statement cushion to nod to the show’s Scottish heritage.

9. Frame windows with regal, heavy-duty curtains

Often overlooked, your bedroom curtains can completely transform the entire ambience of your space. To bring some castle-appropriate drama, frame your windows with heavy-duty red curtains and pair them with some elegant tiebacks. Go for floor-length curtains for added grandeur.

10. Use elegant wall art to dress your walls

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One of our favourite parts of the Traitors’ castle is its quirky accessories. To bring some of that eccentric charm to your bedroom walls, consider hanging up some elegant portraits or landscape paintings in ornate gold frames​ – the kind of pieces that look like they’ve lived on the walls for years and years. Or, to really commit to the look, you could invest in rustic faux antlers, like we’ve styled our Jenkins Upholstered Ottoman Bed Frame above. Rustic, but unmistakably Highland chic.

11. Add some Dark Academia accessories

Every faithful viewer knows that to play The Traitors game, you have to do your homework. To complete your new bedroom look, lean into the Dark Academia aesthetic with a characterful armchair (we recommend our teal Vicenza chair) and some suitable accessories. We’re talking stacks of vintage-style books, an old-school globe, and retro maps on the walls. These scholarly finishing touches bring drama and grandeur to your sleep space.

12. Candles, candles and more candles!

No bedroom inspired by The Traitors’ castle is complete without a collection of spooky, flickering candles. Opt for elegant metal holders, tall candlesticks and lanterns filled with pillar candles to fit the castle’s atmospheric ambience. Not only do they make for suitable decorations, but when lit, they cast a warm, cosy glow across your entire bedroom.

By layering warmth, cosiness, and just a touch of mystery, you can create an ambient castle-inspired bedroom that looks like it’s straight out of The Traitors TV show. With these design tips, you have everything you need to bring some moody Highland charm to your own home. Claudia Winkleman will surely approve.