Charmingly Off-Center

West Elm's Hudson collection adds a playful asymmetry to the contemporary bedroom. The five- and six-drawer dressers feature offset drawers of different sizes; a three-drawer version and a nightstand are also available. The dresser shown here has a white lacquer finish but also comes in chocolate or barley-colored ash veneer.

Functional Focal Point

Framing a bed with built-in storage not only provides a place to store odd items, but it gives the eye a place to land. "This was an older home where the space had become convoluted over the years with lots of add-ons," says designer Connie Gustafson. "We eliminated some closets and opened up the space to make a nice master suite. We designed this shelving specifically so the bed could fit right in." The simple architectural details on the built-ins match the character of the home, and drapery tassels on the doorknobs add a polished look.

Old-School Glamour

This mirrored nightstand echoes the opulent finishes used throughout this bedroom designed by Erinn Valencich. Note her clever lighting trick: "I decided to hang pendant lights over each nightstand instead of using standard lamps," she says. This leaves the table surface free for other items. Storage is also available inside the table behind the touch-latch doors.

Sleek Modular Storage

This cozy unit from West Elm combines a six-drawer storage bed frame with a sleek headboard and modular nightstands. Finished in white lacquer or a chocolate veneer, this low-slung contemporary set makes it easy to stash books, linens and clothing out of sight. Sizing options run from twin to king.

Clean and Simple

A stunning ocean view like this one calls for clean lines in the bedroom. The owners of this home already had the bed frame shown, so designer Sarah Barnard added an upholstered headboard and had this electronic storage console custom-made to match. The room was fairly small, so mounting the console on the wall preserved the illusion of ample floor space.

The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, India

Overlooking the harbor and Gateway of India, a stone monument built to symbolize the city's openness to visitors, this suite blends European elegance with contemporary luxury. Intricately detailed wood-paneled walls and plaster ceiling work with the suite's regal color scheme and traditional furnishings to evoke the feeling of another age. Image courtesy of Taj Mahal Palace

Zungulila Bushcamp

Giving new meaning to the term "roughing it," the canvas walls and ceiling are reminiscent of a tent, but the amenities are anything but basic. Complete with an en suite bathroom and outdoor shower, plus a sunken plunge-pool, guests stay cool after a long day prowling the savanna on one of Luangwa's famous guided walking safaris. Available only from June to January, guests spend the night along a bend of the Kapamba River where natural springs attract huge herds of game. Image courtesy of Zungulila Bushcamp

Pashan Garh, Panna National Park, India

Observe India's majestic Bengal tiger from the hilltop comfort of a private stone cottage in one of India's pristine wildlife sanctuaries. Sleek, contemporary furnishings contrast beautifully with the dry-packed stone hut's rough-hewn construction. Traditional Indian block-print fabrics grace the bed and wide windows, which offer a sweeping view of the surrounding jungle. Image courtesy of Pashan Garh, Taj Safaris

Abu Camp, Okavango Delta, Botswana

Each of the six uniquely decorated tents in this remote encampment boasts a panoramic view of the Okavango Delta, the world's largest inland delta and a lush oasis in the middle of the Kalahari Desert. This well-appointed suite features comfortable leather furnishings, hardwood flooring and an indoor and outdoor shower from which you can view the natives: more than 400 species of bird, plus giraffe, wildebeest, antelope and zebra call this river their home. Image courtesy of Abu Camp

Little Olarro, Loita Hills, Kenya

Located on a Masai game reserve in Southwestern Kenya, this luxurious suite employs traditional African construction techniques like lofty rough-hewn wood-beamed ceilings, mud walls and a woven grass roof. A gauzy canopy bed, an animal hide bench and tribal textiles exemplify African elegance. Image courtesy of Olarro Lodge

Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur, India

This suite is aptly named Chandra Prakash, which means Luster of the Moon. The crown jewel of a 250-year-old pleasure palace constructed by Maharana Jagat Singh II in 1746, this suite was later used as the court of Maharana Bhopal Singh in the 1930s. Gilt moldings, sinuously carved marble and intricate ceiling frescoes add to the suite's elaborate decoration. Situated on an island in India's Lake Pichola, the hotel was used as Octopussy's lair in the 1983 James Bond film and has long been a destination for European royalty and American celebrities. Image courtesy of Taj Lake Palace

The Opposite House, Beijing

Experience bird's eye views of China's capital city in this 5,000-square-foot two-story penthouse. Light-filled rooms flow seamlessly together for the ultimate in modern urban living. Sleek wood and bamboo surfaces used throughout the space contribute to the streamlined aesthetic, while subtle touches of traditional Chinese decor lend a sense of history and place. Image courtesy of The Opposite House

Abu Camp, Okavango Delta, Botswana

Located on the fertile banks of the Okavango River, this casually elegant home-away-from-home is worlds away from a typical hotel suite. Constructed to resemble a tent, the room's canvas walls and ceiling contribute to the open, airy feeling while a deep wraparound porch beckons guests outdoors to enjoy panoramic views of the African bush and possibly catch a glimpse of the camp's resident elephant herd. Image courtesy of Abu Camp

Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai, India

Big on style and room to relax — 1,800 square feet to be exact — this suite features the best of India's Rajasthani opulence paired with modern technology. From the gold-and-white marble floor laid in a traditional chevron pattern to the ornately decorated walls and ceiling covered in deep plaster relief, the suite's regal features are fit for a rajah or head of state. Noteworthy hotel guests include The Beatles, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Bill and Hillary Clinton, and President Barack Obama. Image courtesy of Taj Mahal Palace

Elegant Design, Happy Budget

When walking into this spacious and elegant master bedroom, you would never guess that every piece of furniture is from a discount store, wholesale club or budget-friendly home store like Ikea. From the Target headboard to the Walmart area rug, RMS user BeachBrights was able to save hundreds of dollars to put toward the other rooms in her home remodeling plan. She stuck to the budget and didn't sacrifice style — now that's a win-win situation.

Shabby Chic Dreams

RMS user mysweetsavannah gave her 11-year-old daughter's room an incredible candy-inspired makeover while she was away at camp. An abundance of DIY artwork and decor, like the PEZ dispenser shadowbox collection, candy and white tissue pom-poms, helped keep the project budget-friendly.