Pia's picks: Bolster cushions - From yoga to the living room
9-2-2026
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Until recently, my bed was pretty boring. Every morning I made it with the same pillows I've had for ages. But then I realised: the bolster is the solution for a fresh look.
Yes, the good old bolster. Minimalist and totally charming. Somehow retro, yet super modern at the same time. I see them more and more often in home magazines. Now I'm convinced: every bed needs one of these things.
A yoga moment changes my bedroom
The idea came to me when I actually wanted to do something completely different - namely yoga. While we were doing some breathing exercises with round cushions, I suddenly thought: Why don't I have something like this at home? A long bolster cushion at the head of my bed or as an accent on the sofa - that would be great.
Source: Ferm Living
And I wasn't wrong. Since the bolster has moved in with me, I have more comfort and a design statement that enhances my space.
Minimalist, but with style: bolsters for the bed
If you style your bed, you know the drama: pillow here, pillow there, shake there - and in the end it still doesn't look the way you want. It's easier with one or two cylinder cushions and the result radiates visual calm.
Headboard? You no longer need it
The bolster can even replace a headboard. Imagine that - no more huge, heavy piece of furniture dominating the room. Instead, a flexible solution that is just as cosy and can be used anywhere. I think headboards are on their way out anyway. The trend is towards lower, discreet designs - and the cylinder cushion fits in perfectly.
An upgrade for the sofa
The bolster also brings this touch of understatement into the living room. Not only does it look stylish on the sofa, but its curves also make it more inviting than angular cushions. It is ideal for a nap, for reading or to spice up your sofa.
How to style your cylinder cushions
The best thing about bolsters? They're easy to style. Choose a colour and fabric that matches your bedding or sofa.
Source: Vidalxl
Round cushions are the underrated stars of the interior design game. Whether as a replacement for a headboard, as a sofa upgrade or as an accessory - I'm Team Top Hat Cushion from now on. So, if you want to give your home a fresh look, start with a neck cushion or repurpose a yoga bolster cushion.
Decorative cushions
EUR40,90
Micadoni Velvet Pillow, "Harvey", 20x20x50 Made in Europe
20 x 20 x 50 cm
Header image: Ferm Living
Pia Seidel
Senior Editor
Pia.Seidel@digitecgalaxus.chLike a cheerleader, I love celebrating good design and bringing you closer to everything furniture- and interior design- related. I regularly curate simple yet sophisticated interior ideas, report on trends and interview creative minds about their work.
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