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8 Designer-Approved Bedroom Layouts That Never Fail

Design: Pure Salt Interiors 

Your bedroom called, and it's looking for some love. While we tend to obsessively arrange (and re-arrange, and re-re-arrange) the rest of our house, bedrooms often get left out, maybe because they're more private, and less likely to be viewed by judgy houseguests, or maybe because the primary activity that takes place in them is (you guessed it) sleep.

But whatever the case, it's a well-known fact that re-arranging your bedroom can help improve your mood and even your sleep cycles—so there's no reason to avoid optimizing this space the way you would any other in your home. Dealing with a wonkily-shaped layout or a tiny footprint? Nothing to lose shut-eye over. We asked two of our favorite designers—Aly Morford and Leigh Lincoln of Pure Salt Interiors, a studio that has become synonymous with a brand of approachable yet elegant California-chic design—to weigh in on the bedroom layouts they return to again and again. .. both for giant bedrooms and itty-bitty guest rooms alike.

So start arranging—you'll likely find that it makes both your waking and sleeping hours much more enjoyable to be able to end and start your days in a bedroom you love. Read on for our favorite layouts and tips to try.

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Rendering by Pure Salt Interiors

The Layout: "Given the room's large floor plan and vaulted ceiling, we wanted to play with scale and source pieces that would allow the layout to be fully utilized, while still feeling clutter-free," says Leigh Lincoln of Pure Salt Interiors. "The fireplace & built-ins were a natural focal point of the room, so you'll notice that everything is directed toward them! We love this layout because it's a perfect example of how the scale of every piece from the furniture to the lighting are instrumental in creating a functional layout."

The Bed: A king-sized bed with a four-post style frame draws the eye upward to show off (and make use of the space afforded by) the vaulted ceiling.

The Extras: This space (and the existing architectural details of the built-ins and fireplace) made it a natural fit for a small conversation area in front of the bed. A small round rug anchors and "defines" that space, without making it feel cumbersome or obstructing the flow of the rest of the room.

Design: Pure Salt Interiors

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Rendering by Pure Salt Interiors

The Layout: Designing for a room surrounded with doors on three sides can be tricky—but the end result is so worth it. "While we didn't have a large floor plan to work with here, the views outside this primary bedroom were grand," recalls Aly Morford. "Given the small footprint, we also decided to use pendant lighting to maximize the functional space in the room. The end result is an airy and open oasis!"

The Bed: Keeping the bedframe simple (while still evoking the natural elements outside with a hint of warm-toned wood) allows the focus to stay on the view. (No sightline-obscuring footboard here.)

The Extras: With a view like this, any chance to admire it is a plus. "The existing placement of doorways and windows didn't allow for the bed to face out to the ocean, so we added in a small seating area & custom floating mirror opposite the bed that took advantage of the view and created the illusion of a bigger space." Now the homeowners get a magnified ocean view no matter which way they look.

 Design: Pure Salt Interiors

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Rendering by Pure Salt Interiors

The Layout: Built for the most memorable sleepovers, this two-beds-in-one arrangement accommodates growing kids just as well as it does guests. "This is the client's vacation home, so every room had to be designed with extra guests in mind," says Morford. "This kids' bedroom was no exception—the floorplan was small, so we decided to bring in a bunk bed to maximize sleeping space. We kept the furnishings in the room super minimal to not make it visually cluttered, but included these adorable cane nightstands for a little bit of added storage outside the closet. In our opinions, less is almost always more!"

The Bed: This clever bed does double-duty, serving as extra sleeping space for guests (and guests' kids), but also growing with the family—a child can start out on the top bunk, then move down to the full-size bed as he or she grows.

The Extras: Cane nightstands bring in a little beach-chic element, while palm print wallpaper feels fun enough for kids but graphic enough for adults. A durable woven rug underfoot helps warm up the space without becoming a trap for tracked-in sand.

 Design: Pure Salt Interiors

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Rendering by Pure Salt Interiors

The Layout: Making a primary suite feel, well, regal when it's lacking in square footage isn't always easy, but again, the Pure Salt designers emphasize that less is more. "This primary bedroom layout was a fun challenge because we were working in an especially small footprint (the apartment unit is in a highly developed part of Los Angeles)," explains Lincoln. "To keep it feeling open, we kept furnishings to a minimum and really leaned into the styling to let the room shine."

The Bed: This bed strikes a balance between luxe and space-conscious, with an upholstered headboard that lends softness without taking up too much space (thanks to its largely vertical footprint). A crisp white shade of upholstery helps it avoid feeling overbearing in the space.

The Extras: "When working in a small layout, we often utilize pendant lighting to not take up precious floor space," notes Lincoln—and in this room, it really adds a grown-up touch.

 Design: Pure Salt Interiors

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Pure Salt Interiors

The Layout: "In this bedroom, we had a good size layout to work with, and a very open flow between the balcony and primary bathroom spaces," recalls Morford. But these two adjoining spaces also required a spacious walkway that would make it easy to move between them. "We prioritized keeping the walkway out to the balcony open and unobstructed," she says, leaving a wide and generous space between the bed and the TV.

The Bed: "Given the size of the room, it was important to source pieces that would accentuate that and feel appropriately scaled," Morford says. A large bed was able to fit into the room without compromising the walkway space.

The Extras: In keeping with the scale, larger bedside tables were added—and an oversized plant makes clever design use of an irregular jut in the wall near the bathroom door.

Design: Pure Salt Interiors, Photo: Jessica Alexander

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 Pure Salt Interiors

The Layout: When a room has as much gorgeous historic character as this one, it's only right to show it off to its full advantage. "This project was a fun challenge," says Lincoln. "We wanted to be sure to showcase some of the focal design elements in the room like the fireplace mantel—We kept the layout classic in this room to ensure timeless functionality, but really leaned into textures and furnishing pieces that gave that slightly European flair. "

The Bed: Dressing the bed in a dreamy palette of whites echoes the architectural details throughout the space while letting them take center stage. A white upholstered headboard lends a luxe touch without drawing attention away from the character of the room.

The Extras: A "smart" mirror TV keeps the fireplace wall looking elegant and timeless when not in use.

 Design: Pure Salt Interiors, Photo: Jessica Alexander Design: Pure Salt Interiors, Photo: Jessica Alexander

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Pure Salt Interiors 

The Layout: An angled entry in the corner creates an unexpected flow through this bedroom, but luckily the square-footage was high enough that even multiple furniture pieces won't create a traffic jam.

The Bed: "Any bedroom with high ceilings deserves furniture and decor that celebrate it!" says Morford. "In this room, we brought in this gorgeous canopy bed and linen pendant lights on either side to draw your eye up and highlight the scale of the room. "

The Extras: A seating area lends an even more luxuriant vibe to the room. "Because there was extra space at the end of the bed, we added in the accent chairs to make this room even more of a relaxing sanctuary for the homeowners," Morford explains.

Design: Pure Salt Interiors, Photo: Vanessa Lentine

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 Pure Salt Interiors

The Layout: Proof positive that a small space can still hold major wow-factor. "This is probably one of our favorite kid's bedrooms that we've designed to date, as our clients wanted to do something super unique for their son to make his room feel special," says Lincoln. "Since we didn't have a large floor plan to work with, we decided to build up and add functionality to the walls!"

The Bed: A smaller bed was just right for this space, both because of its dimensions and its pint-sized inhabitant. But the details make a big impact: the pegboard system extends to behind the bed, keeping the cushioned headboard securely in place with sewn-on peg loops.

The Extras: Without a doubt, the pegboard system is the crown jewel of this cool bedroom. "With this fully custom pegboard wall feature, we were able to add extra wall storage, a built-in desk, and didn't have to cram a lot of furniture into a small space to make it functional," Lincoln explains. "The end result is an incredibly cool room that still feels open & airy!" 

 Design: Pure Salt Interiors, Photo: Jessica Alexander

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Think there's just one way to properly lay out furniture in a bedroom? Well, think again. There are a number of setups from which you can choose when designing a sleep space—the arrangement best suited for you all depends on your room's square footage, your daily habits, and, yes, how much stuff you own. We've rounded up 11 layout ideas below that you'll most definitely want to keep into account, whether you're revamping your current setup or moving into a new home.

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One of the first steps to creating a great bedroom design is an effective and well thought out layout which will give you everything you want.

Creating a simple design is harder than it looks - especially in bedrooms. Modern layout ideas offer more air and space. Regardless of the size, a bedroom can be comfortable, thoughtful and modern.

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Space Analysis

Before you buy new furniture or try to place it in your bedroom, you need to know how the bedroom is set up. The location of the windows or the size of the walls will affect how you arrange the furniture. What to consider when planning a rectangular bedroom:

Furniture

If you have a small bedroom, you know how difficult it can be to place furniture in it. Whether you have a single bed or a double bed, there are apartment bedroom layout options to help you make the most of the space available to you.

Bedroom furniture may include: wardrobe; bedside table; dresser; desk; dressing table; chair.

First you need to look at the space and figure out how best to plan the bedroom in terms of window and door placement in the room. Of course, you will have to measure your bedroom and the most important bedroom furniture you will need in addition to your bed.

Of course, not everyone will need all of the above (and probably won't work if you have a small bedroom). So prioritize.

Designing the layout

When designing the layout and furniture arrangement in the bedroom, you should leave as much open space as possible at the entrance. This should be your least "cluttered" area. When you enter a room, you don't want to be greeted with clutter.

Make sure the door can be opened completely without hitting cabinets or chests of drawers. When deciding what furniture to buy for your bedroom, consider how you will be using the bedroom.

A corner desk might seem like a great idea, but if left unused, it just takes up valuable floor space. If you always groom yourself in the bathroom, do you really need a vanity? Isn't it time to downsize your wardrobe?

How to make a bed

The bed is the most natural center of any bedroom. The traditional placement of the bed is centered from the opposite wall to the door. But this is not always possible. If this bed placement is not suitable for your bedroom, then the best choice is against the longest wall.

If you are sleeping together, you will need room to climb into the bed from both sides. If you don't, then there's no reason why you can't push your bed against the wall in the corner to save space.

Layout Options

Often the hardest part of designing a space is finding the right layout.

The best bedroom layout is one that can accommodate a queen-size bed, walk-in closet, and writing/vanity space without making the room crowded.

Idea #1: L Layout

This layout idea uses what is called an L layout, where furniture is lined up along two walls of the bedroom.

This creates a cozy nook by opening up the rest of the room and making the space less enclosed.

This approach is to optimize storage organization and vertical space to balance the unfurnished half of the room.

Why does it work?

The bed does not face the door, which creates space in the room and movement. This layout is in accordance with the rules of Feng Shui. The desk by the door is a versatile item.

It functions as a place for keys and odds and ends, a work area for sending emails and a place for personal care. Mini chests of drawers as nightstands give you plenty of extra storage space for books, sheets and blankets.

Placement of the bookcase in the corner uses vertical storage space and takes up very little space. This layout provides ample storage space and comfort for two.

Idea #2: Long Layout

This is a sectional approach that clearly defines sleep and work areas. Add a sense of spaciousness to the room by placing the bed and table side by side along one wall.

This layout doesn't have much storage space, but it does have a dedicated work area that makes the room feel like a studio for work.

It also helps create good flow as soon as you walk in the door. Photos of the bedroom layout will help you choose the best solution.

Why does this work?

A table hidden in a corner creates a stylish office nook. This placement also uses natural light from a window. Also more space for a nice comfortable chair. Can be placed at the table or moved and used as a reading chair anywhere in the room.

You will definitely get more open space with this layout as it leaves one side open. This layout is suitable for those who live with a partner and want a place with private space to go about their business.

Photos of the best bedroom layouts

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    The layout of the bedroom directly depends on what shape the room is, what its dimensions are, for how many people it is equipped. An important role belongs to the priorities of the owners themselves.

    In any case, the goal is to create a comfortable bedroom.

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    Dimensional planning

    Before you buy furniture and plan to arrange it, it is worth making a diagram of the existing room, leaving allowable space between all pieces of furniture.

    If the room is small, then of course, the allowable distance can be reduced . ..

    If you thoughtfully approach the creation of the plan, then even in a small room the furniture will be arranged in such a way that there will be no inconvenience later when living.

    Ergonomic criteria

    There must be a minimum of 70 cm between the bed and the wall. Thanks to this distance, it is comfortable to prepare for bed and then fit in. If the bed is double, then there should be such a passage on both sides.

    If it is not possible to leave a passage on both sides, then the bed is placed against the wall with one side, but at the same time the footboard is free so that the sleep partner can easily get to the place.

    If there is a dressing table, then 70 cm from its front edge to another piece of furniture. Only in this way will there be enough space for convenient use while sitting on a chair.

    Comfortable distance to a wardrobe with hinged doors - an open door and about 30 cm more.

    Do not block the window space with a cabinet. Believe me, you will quickly get tired of making your way to the window through something.

    Bedroom furniture

    The bed is the main piece of furniture in the bedroom.

    Its choice should be treated responsibly, taking into account the convenience of approach, as well as drafts, where the heating devices are located, how the door to the room is located.

    Place other furniture around the bed. Being engaged in the layout of the bedroom room, the place that will be occupied by the bed is primarily chosen.

    Buying a bed is worth a large size. The larger the bed, the better, but you should consider the availability of space for other furniture.

    You don't have to have a lot of furniture in your bedroom, you can safely refuse some. But if the room is spacious, it is worth buying the entire furniture set, because it will be much more comfortable.

    A closet is a useful thing, but if there is a dressing room in the apartment, then you should not put it in the room. By the way, maybe think over the layout of the bedroom with a dressing room?

    Even in a small bedroom, such a layout option is a gain in space, if, of course, everything is done wisely. In this case, again, the whole place is occupied, from the ceiling to the floor.

    The bedroom is an ideal place for a dressing room, because all the necessary things will be at hand.

    Bedside tables are first and foremost a convenience, because in the evening it is convenient to put an unfinished book and phone on them, to put water on them. If there is no such cabinet, then all this will be folded on the floor or on a chest of drawers, away from the bed, which is not very convenient.

    Chest of drawers is the perfect place to store bed linen.

    Additional furniture

    If the bedroom is spacious, then a special seating area can be created in it, and it is performed in the corner of the room. To equip the place, you need a comfortable chair, floor lamp.

    If you clean yourself up mainly in the bedroom, then it is worth considering the presence of a full-length mirror in its interior.

    Bedding

    Bed. If the bedroom is spacious, then the bed is placed with the headboard against the wall without openings, and at the same time the bed is located, as it were, in the center of the room.

    The layout of a rectangular bedroom does not accept the arrangement of furniture around the entire perimeter of the room, because it will not be a cozy room, but a “corridor”, “box”.

    Other furniture in the bedroom

    The dressing table is most often located perpendicular to the window.

    The cabinet is most often pushed into a corner, into the darkest area, so that it is not particularly visible.

    If possible, it is worth making a built-in wardrobe.

    Remember that you need to leave approaches to all zones so that you always have a normal mood and whole nerves.

    Saving space

    On the Internet, in numerous photos of the layout of the bedroom, you can see the tricks that save space. For example, instead of bedside tables, shelves are used, which significantly lightens the interior.

    Instead of a chest of drawers, puts a wardrobe that is combined with a chest of drawers.

    Instead of a fixed dressing table, a mirror on the wall with a shelf is used. In addition, a pouffe on wheels can be selected.

    Instead of a wardrobe, you can use a bed that has a lifting mechanism, drawers that can be pulled out.

    If the bedroom is small, then you can not do without a closet, and in this case, you should give preference to a closet.

    Planning a children's bedroom is not an easy task, especially if there are not one child, but two, and even more difficult if the children are of different sexes.

    But at the same time, if you correctly approach the issue, you can find acceptable options.

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