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30 Small Bedroom Ideas for Maximizing Space and Style
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by Caroline Biggs
updated Aug 11, 2022
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Living in a small space requires a little bit of extra thinking and creativity. You have to consider things like smart storage solutions, how to arrange a tight space, and how to determine what deserves a spot in your home. This being said, your personal style is easy to unlock when it comes to designing a bedroom, no matter how small it may be. There are plenty of shining examples of small bedroom ideas out there that will provide you with all the inspiration you need when brainstorming your next move or purchase.
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When it comes to decorating a small bedroom, first and foremost, it’s important to remember that the layout is everything. Once you have your furniture placement down, you can start pulling pieces you really like—soft bed linens, soothing accents, and even artwork. While minimalism and small bedrooms often go hand-in-hand, if you prefer maximalism in all its glory, colorful, patterned styles can work in small spaces, too.
Ahead, you’ll find numerous options for decorating and creating storage opportunities in smalls bedrooms that just might convince you bigger isn’t always better.
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12 Brilliant Ideas For Your Small Bedroom
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1. Try a trundle.
In the market for a daybed? If you anticipate having more than one guest stay the night at some point, a daybed with a trundle underneath will prevent your besties from having to sleep on the floor. We promise they’ll thank you for that!
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2. Minimize the side table.
Sometimes, small spaces require you to make sacrifices.
And that’s fine, but a nightstand is a must for most people. No room beside the bed? Try this brilliant solution: turn the nightstand to face the wall opposite the bed. If your room is small enough, you’ll still be able to reach your nightstand, but you’ll spare yourself the drama of trying to cram one into a tight space.
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3. Use mirrors to give the illusion of added space.
This popular design trick can totally work in your sleeping space, and is one of our favorite small bedroom ideas. Plus, a large and well-placed mirror will help filter extra light into your bedroom. A real win-win in our opinion!
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4. Utilize below-the-bed storage.
There’s no better place to store extra belongings than below your bed. Since the bed is already taking up a lot of floor space, it just makes sense. Some options? Choose a bed with built-in storage, use wooden storage crates, design your own drawers or even use pretty baskets to corral clutter.
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5. Hang art high to trick the eye.
Some of the best small bedroom ideas are using design tricks to make your space seem larger. If you’re planning on hanging art or other things on your walls, try hanging them higher than usual – close to the ceiling, even – to draw the eye upward and create the illusion of a larger space.
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6. Make a Murphy bed chic.
Long gone are the days of basic Murphy beds. You can easily make one of these fold-out beds your own by treating the bed’s framework like a regular wall. Add artwork, paint it, or drape textiles behind your bed, as seen in this California studio.
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7. Get creative with foot-of-the-bed storage.
Don’t limit yourself to plastic containers and closet storage cubes when there are so many types of storage available, particularly decorative pieces that you can leave out in plain view.
Try an end-of-bed trunk or storage bench. You’ll be able to find one that suits your decor perfectly, as seen in this this Dutch home. Find one with a tiny footprint, and you’re all set. This area can also double as a spot to set out your clothes for the next day or even put on your shoes.
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8. Separate space with an accent wall.
Even if you’re occupying a studio, like this adorable one in the Bronx, you can make the most of your space. A little bit of paint, in the form of an accent wall behind your bed, not only adds a burst of color, but it also provides a strategic, visual separation between your sleeping space and living area.
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9. Utilize narrow storage cabinets.
Plenty of cute storage options exist for filling awkward spots and tight spaces in your home. The narrow cabinets in this New York bedroom prove how storage pieces painted in the same color as your walls can recede visually, making your space look airy without sacrificing precious storage opportunities.
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10. Play with proportions.
Layering a simple bed frame on top of an oversized rug can instantly amplify your space and make it appear larger. Take this San Francisco bedroom, for example, and picture it with a lavish headboard or an upholstered bed frame. You can imagine how much more cramped the space would feel if it didn’t have simple furniture with streamlined silhouettes.
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11. Go with a ghost chair.
The greatest thing about Ghost chairs—aka clear acrylic ones—is that visually, they are so light, you barely see them (i.e. less visual clutter). Not only are they super stylish—they won’t further cramp up your tiny bedroom.
Buy: Keiko Dining Chair, $149.99 from Wayfair
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12. Add floating shelves.
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Work a room divider.Don’t technically have a separate bedroom? A bookcase that doubles as a room divider can work wonders for a cramped studio. It’ll designate your sleeping space, but also the space between your books and decor is enough to let light stream in.
Buy: Adjustable Bookcase, $38.99 from Amazon
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14. Consider hanging racks.
Hanging garment racks are a clever small bedroom idea to score more closet storage (or create a closet out of nowhere) without taking up an inch of floor space. A dresser underneath creates the perfect dressing area.
Buy: Metal Garment Rack, $37.99 from Amazon
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15. Install a swing arm sconce or two.
If you’ve been searching for a stylish way to bring more lighting into your cramped bedroom (without taking up too much space), consider swing-arm wall sconces.
Not only are they much less bulky than most table lamps and pendants, these wall-mounted wonders are designed with adjustable arms for a more space-savvy lighting solution.
Buy: Permo Vintage Industrial Wall Sconce, $69.99 from Amazon
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16. Leaning layered art looks good.
If you’re an art lover but lacking the space to show off your treasured works in your bedroom, a shelf or nightstand layered with framed art can make a big impact without wasting any space.
Buy: Mandalay Gold Frame, starting from $39 from Framebridge
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17. Get creative with shelving.
When every bit of wall space counts, why not try shelving that doubles as art as a small bedroom idea? A cool hanging shelf allows you to store (and show off) your favorite trinkets and display your beloved baubles, and won’t take up an inch of floor space.
Buy: Rustic Wood Floating Shelf, $37.99 from Amazon
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18. Accessorize away.
When you don’t have the room for large-scale bedroom furnishings, consider going big with your decor—think: bold throw pillows, colorful art, and layered textiles.
Buy: Moorebank Velvet Throw Pillow Cover in Pink, $24.99 from Wayfair
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19. Use a floating desk.
Who says you need a big bedroom to create your own workspace? A wall-mounted shelf beautifully doubles as a personal desk and mounts directly to your wall for added efficiency.
Buy: Alise 2-Tier Heavy Duty Floating Shelf, $29.99 from Amazon
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20. Consider a modern Murphy bed.
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Houseplants work wonders.You don’t always need two nightstands, especially if you’re sleeping alone. Just add plants. It’ll bring fast style to your bedroom without the need for a bulky piece of furniture and will help clean your air, too. Win, win!
Buy: Majesty Palm, $31.35 from Home Depot
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22. Try nesting tables instead of nightstands.
Place a pair of nesting tables next to your bed instead of a traditional nightstand and you can instantly create more storage room for when you might need it without bringing in more furniture to do the job (plus, bonus points, you can use the empty space underneath the tables for even more storage in baskets or crates).
Buy: Weathered Oak Nesting Tables, $42.99 from Amazon
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23. Daybeds aren’t just for kids.
If you thought daybeds were just for kids then think again.
Along with offering a more compact bed frame, some versions come with built-in drawers for more storage. They’re also great for doubling as a sofa.
Buy: Aria Metal Daybed, $209 from Urban Outfitters
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24. Don’t overlook the foot of your bed.
Putting a storage bench, baskets or even crates at the foot of your bed is a smart way to squeeze in more of whatever you need. This typically only takes up about a foot of space but the payoff is invaluable.
Buy: Bamboo Bench, 3-Tier, $45.99 from Amazon
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25. Incorporate hanging lights.
Looking for a stylish way to bring more lighting into your bedroom without further cramping the space? A pendant light, or any hanging light for that matter, instantly brightens up a room and doesn’t require an inch of table or floor space.
Buy: Plug-In Pendant, $16.
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26. Devise a desk vanity.
Dealing with a dreaded small space double whammy (i.e. a tiny bedroom and bathroom)? Turn a super slim desk setup in your bedroom into a vanity with nothing more than a wall mirror.
Buy: Simple Study Desk, $99.99 from Amazon
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27. Create vertical storage.
Ask any New Yorker, or small space dweller for that matter, how they pack in more storage room in their tiny apartments and they’ll say the same thing: think vertically. Whether with wall-mounted shelves or suspended lights, you can always build up when you run out of eye-level storage room.
Buy: Wooden Floating Wall Shelves, $51.97 from Amazon
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28. Open up with bare white walls.
You can always count on clean white walls to really brighten and open up a cramped bedroom (particularly one that gets good natural light).
Buy: Behr Ultra Eggshell Enamel, $32.98 from Home Depot
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29. Make it happen with a side table.
Sometimes all you need next to your bed is a small table to hold a glass of water and your alarm/cellphone. A thin pedestal table is perfect for placing bedside miscellany without adding more clutter in a room with larger furnishings.
Buy: Poly and Bark Daisy 20” Wood Side Table in Black Base, $158.35 from Amazon
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30. Leaning ladders matter.
There is a part of this bedroom that’s perfect to borrow inspiration from for a far tighter space: a slim leaning ladder. These clever pieces allow you to hang up your purses and scarves (and other accessories) in style, no hammer and nails necessary.
Buy: 4-Tier Ladder Shelf, $68.99 from Amazon
30 small bedroom ideas to maximise space as well as style
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Thinking about giving your bijou bedroom a refresh or just want to know how to maximise space in a compact room? Then these small bedroom ideas will provide the perfect inspiration!
With a whole host of bedroom ideas, including expert tips and advice, our round-up below can help you turn a tiny cramped space into a must-see retreat, with practical storage solutions and enviable interior design schemes.
Even the most humble of box rooms has the ability to transform into a comfortable small bedroom idea, and clever use of furniture can turn it into a multi-functional space too, incorporating useful study and storage areas.
Small bedroom ideas
The most obvious piece of furniture you'll want to consider in a bedroom is the bed, and we'd always suggest looking into a storage bed, to really maximise your space.
But bedroom storage ideas, wardrobes and somewhere to store our things in general, comes in at close second.
Rachal Hutcheson, National Retail Manager at Sharps says,
'When it comes to small bedroom storage, our individual needs are unique, and functional solutions will need to consider both the type of items you are looking to store and the space you have to fill.'
'From a practical and aesthetical perspective, fitted wardrobes offer the most effective and efficient way to make use of the space within your bedroom. A truly bespoke design, that has been created to fit the exact contours of your room will offer, on average, 40% more space than ordinary fitted wardrobe designs.
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Laura Burnett, Buyer at Feather & Black goes on to say, 'Small bedrooms are wonderful, cosy places in any house, offering a snug retreat from the outside world.'
'They can also be the ideal guest room, a fun hideaway for young kids or a space for some well-earned alone time. One problem with smaller bedrooms is the issue of space. More often than not, most of the room is taken up by the bed as a centrepiece, and it can be challenging to fit in anything else.'
But with our range of savvy ideas and clever tips below, you'll be sure to find plenty of small bedroom ideas to solve all of your bedroom woes.
1. Build in a vanity unit
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To ensure a small bedroom stays clutter-free, include a dressing table in your built-in storage so that your make-up trinkets can be shut away to give the room a streamlined look.
If you have space for a walk-in wardrobe, then this is a great way to free up the space where the bed would be placed, meaning the room can appear from streamlined and less cluttered.
2. Be smart with storage in a box room
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If your small bedroom is more of a box room, you'll want to know how to arrange furniture in a bedroom to make the most of the space.
Storage is also an issue too, so make a feature of a high shelf on decorative brackets, with grab-handled baskets that fit flush to the ceiling, for storage that doesn't intrude into the space.
Use a wall-mounted wire magazine rack as a book holder if there's no space for a bedside table.
It's also important to make a small room feel as airy as possible, and one way to do this is enhancing the natural light levels.
Nic Shacklock, Head of Marketing at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk says,
“One of the key aspects to brighten up a small bedroom is by letting the natural light in. Try not to block any windows with headboards or plants but allow the light in to make the room feel more spacious. Having natural light will also create an upliftingenvironment within the room and won’t make it feel shallow and tight.
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3. Invest in bespoke storage
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While fitted wardrobe ideas may seem pricey, it's worth the investment to maximise the space in your small bedroom.
Rachal Hutcheson, National Retail Manager at Sharps says, 'There are many options for personalising a fitted wardrobe, to ensure it works perfectly for your lifestyle, for example combining hanging rails with pigeonhole shelving, internal drawers and shoe storage will help keep you organised whilst allowing easy access to the clothes you need, when you need them.'
'Consider curved corner rails, pull out trouser rails, and pull down hanging rails to ensure your wardrobe is as efficient as it can be.'
'It's also important to take a wardrobe’s doors into consideration to ensure they are easily opened in a small room. If a bed is in close proximity to wardrobe, opt for sliding doors like these, from £2000 , to provide a sleek, effective alternative, whilst mirrored styles will help to make a space look bigger.
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4. Use multifunctional furniture
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When space is at a premium, multifunctional furniture comes into its own. Look for pieces that can double up, such as this Hardy bedside storage ottoman in Twilight, £860 , from Sofa.com, that can be used at the foot of the bed as a seat while acting also acting as the ideal place for extra blankets and layers to pull out at a moments notice.
Keeping the extra bedding out of sight helps to create a clutter-free space, which contributes to making the space feel bigger.
Patricia Gibbons, Head of Merchandising and Buying at Sofa.com says, 'When it comes to bedrooms, a clutter free space should be a priority when looking at layouts. Your bedroom should be a cosy room designed for relaxation and winding down - avoid having too much furniture and make sure you have multifunctional pieces that work extra hard to keep the clutter at bay.'
'Look to storage benches and ottoman footstools sat at the end of the bed to quickly stash away laptops and chargers if your bedroom is now your home office and reclaim the space as one fit for relaxation in the evenings.
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5. Rethink the layout
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One thing that small bedroom ideas will always benefit from is rethinking the traditional layout. Learn how to arrange furniture in a bedroom in a way that makes you feel less overwhelmed. Position the majority of furniture on just one wall, preferably the wall you see less of when in the space to stop it feeling overcrowded.
Try to minimise the amount of furniture within small bedroom ideas, by being resourceful with clever multifunctional pieces – the sideboard that also acts as a dressing table for instance.
6. Utilise all awkward corners for storage
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When space is premium it calls for savvy storage solutions. Using an otherwise unusable space for concealed bedroom storage ideas helps to prevent clutter from encroaching on an already limited space.
Out of sight is best for a small bedroom, because any visible items will make the room feel overcrowded – therefore feeling even smaller.
7. Build storage around the bed
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Bespoke wardrobes are the most effective way to get the most out of your bedroom storage. Built in wardrobes on either side of the bed help to create a frame which holds the gaze on that one wall. This allows the remaining walls to be free of any obstructions which will take up valuable space. Use the other walls for artwork or mirrors instead.
You could use the space further by creating storage above the bed too, just be mindful not to make the decor feel dated – or claustrophobic with too much going on.
8. Reflect on surface choices
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Double the feel of small bedroom ideas by using reflective surfaces to create the optical illusion of continuing space. Who hasn't walked into a bar and thought it was double the size, only to realise it was a clever use of mirrors which led you to believe so? Mirrored wardrobes, a reflect shiny wall covering and mirrored tables are used in the compact bedroom to make the space feel bigger than it is, while adding a touch of romantic bedroom ideas to the space.
Maybe using all three feels too overwhelming, fear not – the same principles work by using only a single one of the these elements. Think about where you can best install reflective surfaces when designing your small bedroom layout.
9. Create the illusion of space
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Paint is a marvellous solution for so many decorating problems. Not only can a splash of colour instantly help to invigorate a space, making it feel more inviting, it can also be used in a way that helps to combat wider aesthetic issues, such as making small spaces feel bigger.
Take for instance this small bedroom paint idea, where a combination of colours has helped to create a border, and therefore has created a new perspective for the walls. An optical illusion of sorts.
The thoughtful combination of Dulux’s Denim drift on the bottom half, met by a slim dado-style border of Spiced Honey, topped by Tranquil Dawn helps to break the room – lengthening the walls. A great paint solution to tackle the perils of small spaces.
10. Make your headboard work harder
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If space is in short supply, ditch the usual style of headboard for one with a gap for storage and a surface area, where you can place things. This means you can do away with bulky bedside tables, as you'll have a convenient spot to stash your bedtime reading. Plus, this works for budget bedroom ideas too as you're getting two pieces of furniture for one!
Go one better with your bedroom ideas for small rooms and install wall lamps too.
11. Store from floor to ceiling
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Invest in a wardrobe as tall as you can physically get into the room, slimline is of course best to save taking up valuable floorspace. Then use the space above the wardrobe ideas to seek extra storage room, for boxes and baskets to ensure every inch of space from floor to ceiling is best used.
Keep the baskets and boxes orderly and tidy, to avoid it look chaotic.
12. Build storage into alcoves
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Whether your small bedroom ideas have alcoves or awkward spaces caused by eaves make the most of them by creating smart storage solutions. The architectural nature of alcoves provides the perfect place to feature a run of open shelves, with bespoke cupboards below.
The shelves of this savvy alcove idea are ideal for housing books and things you wish to have on display, while the cupboards are perfect for bigger storage needs, to conceal items such as extra bedding or boxes of life admin.
13. Double up your dressing table
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With working from home the norm, at least on occasion, for many, even the bedroom has been brought onto the roster. While it's not ideal to work or have your computer in the bedroom, can your dressing table double up as a writing desk?
Even if it's just somewhere to peacefully gather your thoughts and write your to do list, it's worth keeping the surface area clear rather than cluttering it with lotions and potions.
14. Elevate storage off the floor
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Look to the walls for bedroom ideas for small rooms. Hanging a storage unit on the wall instead of having a bedside table that sits on the floor will instantly free up space. One with a drop down desk will give you somewhere to sit and do your make up or place your morning coffee.
15. Use uplifting colour to open up the space
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Using an uplifting bedroom colour scheme, such as a sunshine yellow, can help to invigorate any small space, just be mindful of how you use the colour. Painting the bright colour up to mid room height will help to anchor the colour to the bottom half of the room.
Finish the rest of the painting in a bright white or similar neutral to help keep the look airy and spacious. Allow the added splash of colour to determine a tonal palette for bedding, accessories and floor rugs to create a cohesive look.
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Wall-mounted lighting in a small bedroom can help to free up some much needed surface space. Using the wall allows you to perfectly place the task lighting to enhance the layout.
17. Step things up with vertical storage
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Ladder storage is a great way to achieve the benefit of wall shelving whilst having the flexibility to move it when you want to change things around. This one perfectly suits this tight space in the bedroom but it could just as easily work in the bathroom or a small sitting room.
18. Buy a wardrobe with a sliding door
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Barely have space to move in your bedroom, but have lots of clothes that need a home? Try a wardrobe with a sliding door. This piece features a full-height rail on one side, together with five drawers and a half-height wardrobe above with removable shelves.
Adding wardrobe organisers will help keep even the tiniest of spaces spick and span.
And when it comes to awkward shaped rooms, there are options for these spaces too.
Rachal says, 'Small or awkward spaces often need intelligent solutions to make the most of them so consider curved corner rails, pull out trouser rails, pull down hanging rails to ensure your wardrobe is as efficient as it can be.'
19. Swap the bed for a sofa bed
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When square footage is at a premium, try incorporating a wall bed instead of a traditional sofa bed within small bedroom ideas. It takes a standard mattress, offering greater comfort, and can fold away to look like a wardrobe or cabinet, freeing up valuable floor space for a desk and chair.
Ensure that the surrounding furniture is lightweight so that it can easily be moved to accommodate a pull-down bed. If you have adequate ceiling height, look at bespoke options, such as a simple mezzanine incorporating a sleeping area on a raised platform with a wardrobe or shelving below.
20. Raise up your storage
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Like any small space, the key to a successful compact bedroom is to create adequate storage within a functional layout. Often in a small guest bedroom, a couple of large, hard-working pieces of furniture will create a less cluttered look than several small pieces.
When square footage is at a premium, try incorporating floating shelves, or (if your budget allows) bespoke fitting above the bed for a streamlined bedroom ideas for small rooms that won't compromise your space.
21. Hang a space-saving headboard
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You wouldn't think a headboard would take up much space, but some designs can be deceptive. Where every inch of space counts look for alternative ways to add interest to a bedroom wall, without compromising on valuable space. A quirky wall-hung DIY headboard idea is a genius way to add a finishing touch to a bedstead, without having to encroach on the space.
This smart idea also saves the costs of buying a new bed when tastes or trends change, simply create a new backdrop for the bed by way of a new wall hanging.
22. Luxuriate in colour
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Think you can't add colour to small bedroom ideas? Think again! Tight spaces are a great for experimenting with colour, texture and design.
Combine petrol blue and aqua tones for a near-combustible mix; choose sumptuous silks and rich velvets for tactile bedspreads, cushions and curtains. But amidst these deep, rich shades, hold back a little white for ceilings and window frames.
23. Create a feature wall
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Be bold with a striking wallpaper and eye-catching artwork and turn play with bedroom accent wall ideas to create a focal point in a small space. Opt for a restricted colour palette with crisp white bed linen and furniture made from reclaimed wood.
Stick to mostly white bed linen so the look isn't overly busy and introduce a splash of colour to liven up the scheme a notch.
24. Paint a small bedroom white
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Decorate walls and ceilings in the best white paint to visually open up a small space and free you to use colour and pattern in a controlled way elsewhere. Then go to town with cottage garden florals - against the plain background they won’t overpower within small bedroom ideas.
Let colourful fabrics take centre stage with a bold, red patterned bedspread and cushions that contrast with the rest of the room.
25. Use the space behind the bed
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Make storage less visible by incorporating it into an unassuming area, such as the space behind the bed. Cleverly disguised units, most likely found at IKEA, will create a form of interest at the head of the bed in place of a headboard but will double up as hidden storage.
This hidden storage is the perfect place to keep extra blankets, hot water bottles and other bedtime essentials.
It could also be an ideal storage solution for freshly laundered bedding, to ensure it's close to hand come sheet changing day.
26. Create a cool work zone
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In a kid's room, take over part of the wardrobe space to create a cool work zone. Installing a wall lamp and hanging a pin board where you can fix pots for pens and other knick knacks will keep the desk space free for focusing on the important stuff.
27. Put a peg rail in place
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Peg rails are not just for traditional Shaker kitchens. Use a simple peg rail in a bedroom to elevate any additional storage needs in a small bedroom space. Hang pictures, mirrors or even items of clothing to keep items off the floor. The versatile pegs allow for flexible storage, which will ensure every inch of space is usable.
28. Make it minimal
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Symmetry is your friend when you need to strip back to essentials in a small room. Double up on bedside cabinets and lighting for an uncomplicated, easy-on-the-eye scheme. Use hits of duplicated colour to create visual balance and add definition and energy.
Stick with neutral bedroom ideas as a fail-safe space enhancer. Here, soft neutrals add just the right amount of warmth, while the minimal wall decorations draw the eye to the bed and keep it there.
29. Embrace pattern
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If you love bold prints or texture, don't shy away from your favourite pattern in a small bedroom.
Whether it's on walls or soft furnishings, make a feature out of a strong design: papering one wall with flocked or floral wallpaper will stop the pattern from taking over the small room, but will still achieve the desired finish.
30. Look to furniture with form and function
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Most homes suffer from bottlenecks so think laterally too about how to free up space.
Can a small bedroom have wardrobes in the hall outside, with dressing room appeal? Challenge your preconceptions, but do make sure any solution is practical.
Another option is to go for a statement bed and little else, as we've done here. If you follow this route, use a bed that offers plenty of in-built hidden storage, or space underneath to store boxes and vacuum bags.
Which colour is best for a small bedroom?
Generally speaking white and neutral are thought best for decorating small spaces, especially small bedroom ideas because the colours are calming and tranquil.
Nic Shacklock, Head of Marketing at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk says,
'Styling a small bedroom can be the make-or-break difference in having a cluttered small space or a clean and tidy room. Selecting the colour scheme for a small bedroom is the first step in maximising space.'
'Having white on the walls can make a bedroom feel airier and makes the room look bigger and spacious. If white isn’t to your personal taste, bright colours such as sky blues and soft greens can also do the trick.
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Having said that there are ways in which you can incorporate colour into a small bedroom space without overwhelming the space as these bedroom paint ideas prove.
How do I arrange my small bedroom?
Try to minimise clutter within small bedroom ideas to instantly make the room feel more spacious. A clutter-free bedroom is also key to getting a good night's sleep too.
Keep furniture to a minimum in a small bedroom. Where you can opt for elevated designs, those on legs rather than flush to the ground in order to free up floor space.
And let's not forget the the benefit of bespoke furniture when it comes to planning and arranging your space.
Simon Tcherniak, Senior Designer at Neville Johnson says,
'Small spaces don’t necessarily translate to small storage opportunity. Fitted furniture can be configured to any size and shape of room, even small and awkward alcoves or nooks.'
'Neville Johnson are experts at designing bespoke storage solutions that will completely transform a space into one that is attractive and functional.
Using clever and innovative fitted furniture means you have control over how your space is crafted, to ensure all of your storage needs are met.'
There is also the storage potential under beds, but just be sure your items are stored out of sight at all times. The calming effect of a bedroom is ruined when sports equipment or surplus shoes are spilling into the room.
The aim is to keep as much off the floor to create a sense of space, look up at the ceiling to remind yourself of the floorspace within the room.
And of course make sure the space is comforting, whether large or small this is always the most important factor when arranging a bedroom layout.
How do you maximise space in a small bedroom?
Storage solutions are key to maximising space in a small bedroom which is hopefully where our small bedroom ideas can help.
But as well as ensuring it is a practical space, you also want it to be an inviting and beautiful space too, so it's important you strike a balance of the two.
The experts at King Living say, 'For us at KING Living, effective storage solutions are a prerequisite for a functional, orderly and practical bedroom.'
'A storage bed will help you steer clear of additional furniture like cupboards, and chest of drawers – in turn freeing up more floor space. Ottoman beds with generous built-in storage compartments are an ideal fit for large and small bedrooms alike and are always popular options amongst our customers.'
'Functional bedside tables are an essential in the bedroom, they not only provide an ideal home for lighting, vases and reading material, but also offer discreet storage to maintain a clutter-free sleeping environment.'
'Space permitting, accenting the bedroom with additional elements such as an occasional chair or ottoman will build flexibility within the room.'
Laura Burnett, Buyer at Feather & Black agrees that storage beds are a great buy for a small bedroom and goes on to say, 'Ottoman bed provide hidden but impressive storage with the entire mattress base lifting up with an easy-to-operate mechanism - perfect for those looking for extra space to store spare linens and bulky items such as bedding.
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'The same rules apply when buying an ottoman as with any other bed - consider the style and size first. As an ottoman has a solid base it can feel larger than a classic bedstead with legs, so it’s important to think about whether a wooden or upholstered ottoman is better aesthetically, and then decide on colour or fabric and how it will feel in your room - darker colours can be dramatic and statement making, but also feel more imposing.'
Holly Walsh has been Content Editor at Ideal Home since 2021, but joined the brand back in 2015. With a background of studies in Interior Design, her career in interior journalism was a no-brainer and her passion for decorating homes is still as strong as it ever was. While Holly has written for most of the home titles at Future, including Livingetc, Country Homes & Interiors, Homes and Gardens and Style at Home, Ideal Home has always been her ideal home, and she can be found sharing her expertise and advice across both the printed magazine and the website too.
Narrow bedroom design (50 photos): beautiful interior ideas
The optimal layout for life and design is square. But in reality, you have to deal with a wide variety of geometries, including rectangular rooms in which you need to think about the location of each item. This task becomes more complicated when it comes to personal space, which involves the formation of comfortable conditions for relaxation. But the smart design of a narrow bedroom has its own tricks and a lot more options than it seems at first glance!
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Housing regulations state that in high-rise buildings the width of the bedroom should be at least 2.5 m, but this is the minimum limit, extremely inconvenient for living. Many in the post-Soviet space were lucky enough to be the owners of the legendary "Khrushchev", in which the rooms are still narrower and their boundary "norm" should be at least 2.
25 m.
Not only a room with such an uncomfortable square can be narrow. For example, an elongated layout, in which the length of some walls is several times longer than others, may also seem “flattened” and uncomfortable. Problematic for creating a design project or further living are rectangular bedrooms with a lot of items, leaving little room for movement.
On the one hand, the narrow geometry of a bedroom is easier to accept than, for example, a corridor or a kitchen. Indeed, in order for it to be used for its intended purpose, it is enough to place the bed - and the place to rest is ready. But most people spend here not only at night, but put themselves in order, study, work, and go about their daily business. For such purposes, you will have to take care of the design of the space, taking into account all the details: visual, subject and functional content. Let's consider each moment in more detail.
Style Tips
A narrow bedroom is a special case that requires special solutions.
If in spacious rooms with a flat layout there are practically no restrictions in directions, then our area puts forward certain requirements for the external image. Of course, it is important to stick to stylistic unity, but when the bedroom is of similar size, the rest of the house is likely to be in the same situation, so the principle of choice will not differ.
Scandinavian style will be the best option. He takes care of the residents and relies on functionality, which is especially important in a narrow dwelling. The color scheme characteristic of him will come to the rescue, including white with the addition of other discreet blotches.
Nordic interiors are usually filled with natural materials, the presence of which creates favorable conditions even in the most uncomfortable room. Objects have a simple shape and easily adapt to the specifics of the area. Bright accents in the form of surfaces with an interesting texture, paintings or lamps will help to dilute the monochromatic composition.
Other contemporary trends, such as minimalism or hi-tech, will also fit perfectly into a narrow bedroom. They involve the use of a limited set of decorative elements that are considered inappropriate in rooms with any planning features.
But classical trends are rarely found in such an interior. And it's not just about the saturation of style with luxurious details. By itself, it gravitates toward space, regular geometry and compositional rigor, when all objects line up around an established center, which is difficult to do in a narrow bedroom.
You can design a bedroom in a classic style by turning to its modern interpretation. It is more loyal to the conditions of the room, less decorative, and also has a calm color scheme.
Color solutions for a narrow bedroom
After styling, you can immediately move on to choosing the right color, as it is the main tool for visual correction of space. Designers recommend turning to a light palette, because dark colors outline the geometry of the bedroom, thereby highlighting it.
White will help to erase visible borders, as well as other variations: milky, nutty or gray. Do not forget about the purpose of the zone, which is used for rest and relaxation. Therefore, its gamma should be as calm as possible, pleasant for perception.
Pastel colors look harmonious: blue will create a feeling of peace, light green - unity with nature, pink - tenderness and femininity, and peach will contribute to a cheerful awakening.
A natural atmosphere can be created with natural colors such as pine, brown, sand and so on. They evoke associations with nature, which is appropriate for houses in the city center.
A combination of several colors will help to correct the geometry of the bedroom. Designers often resort to the following technique: a narrow wall is painted in a more saturated shade, and those adjacent to it - in a light one. Or you can combine surfaces with warm and cold tones, as the former appear optically closer, while the latter seem to move away from the audience.
Bedroom decoration
In addition to the fact that materials for finishing a narrow bedroom should be selected environmentally friendly and "breathable", they must have a suitable texture. There are no special requirements for stability, since a comfortable microclimate usually reigns in this room, but durability plays an important role.
Floor
Parquet and laminate are traditionally used for flooring. It is convenient to take care of them, not counting the presence of joints into which spilled liquid can get. You can fix the narrow layout if the direction of the panels is parallel to the smaller partition.
A soft, pleasant-to-the-touch carpet or square rug in the center of the room is ideal. It must be remembered that the tone of the floor should be several shades darker than the walls.
Walls
Walls painted in light shades will look great in a minimalist interior. But the most common type of wallpaper remains - plain, with patterns, geometric ornaments or photorealistic images.
At the same time, it is worth decorating the narrow side in the center of the room with a bright coating, especially if a bed is attached to it. A horizontal striped texture will help expand the area.
Ceiling
Limited square meters will not allow the use of drywall products that are popular today in a narrow bedroom. It is better to give preference to smooth, even surfaces without noticeable design details.
The choice of cladding depends on the original condition of the ceiling. Partitions without flaws can be covered with paint or wallpaper. Tensile structures will help to hide any irregularities, communications, and will also become the basis for the installation of built-in lamps.
Furniture and layout options
After all the visual and finishing moments, it is worth moving on to the most important stage - the arrangement of furniture. Narrow bedrooms don't offer many options, but following these guidelines will help you decorate your space comfortably:
- Do not arrange all the furniture you have along one wall, as is sometimes done in square dwellings, otherwise the room will look like a corridor;
- U-shaped arrangement will look good if the area allows it.
Otherwise, you can restrict yourself to the L-shaped;
- Rectangular spaces are great for zoning. For example, a bed in the far part, where it will not interfere with movement, and a work area at the beginning.
In this case, much depends on the size of the bedroom, the number of residents and functional areas. These points should also be taken into account when creating a design project.
Bed
Undoubtedly, the bed is the main compositional center of the room, placing it correctly means doing half the battle. It can be located across or along a long wall. The first option is preferable for wider rooms, since then there may not be room for movement. But such a layout will save the area for other items.
The second option is practically the only solution for small bedrooms. But it must be remembered that at least 70 cm should remain between the bed and the partition on both sides. The presence of one resident will simplify the situation, since then you can leave the passage only on one side, and put the bed close to the wall.
Designers advise to pay attention to models with forged legs - they visually add space. At the same time, the space under the bed can be used for additional storage.
Folding sofas are a real life saver for narrow spaces. When assembled, they do not occupy precious square meters, acting as a relaxation area, and at night, when movement around the room is minimal, they turn into a comfortable bed.
Other pieces of furniture
It is rare that a bedroom can do without a closet. It should be placed along a narrow wall, otherwise a tall object will only make the interior narrower. It is recommended to pay attention to the hanging shelves.
Problems may arise with work or dressing tables. You can organize them by the window using a window sill. In other cases, use the zoning principle by placing a table along or across one of the walls.
Furniture should be compact, ergonomic and minimalistic in design. It is appropriate to purchase modern transformer models that will help organize every meter of the room.
Decor and lighting
To begin with, it is worth considering purchasing a large mirror for a long wall, which will make the bedroom a little wider. If you put it along the narrow part, it will only lengthen the space.
In other details, it is preferable to confine ourselves to a few decorative accents, since a large number of objects break up the area. Massive curtains are useful for a small wall, but it is recommended to stay on blinds or transparent curtains.
A good tip is to insert square objects that will correct the geometry. For example, several paintings, panels, carpet on the floor will help to achieve the desired effect.
As much as you want to create interesting lighting, avoid mounting lights around the perimeter. It is better to focus on the central part - a large chandelier, enhancing the local light with the help of several asymmetrically located lamps.
Narrow bedroom design - photo
Our photo selection, which contains beautiful bedroom designs with narrow geometry, will help to consolidate the theoretical part.
Some rooms are miniature in size, others have a large number of functional items. But each of them proves that a narrow bedroom is not a sentence, but an interesting feature. Happy viewing and inspiration!
Video: Narrow Bedroom - Interior Ideas
Narrow bedroom design: 50 ideas for inspiration
Narrow a bedroom is a common option in standard apartments. But one In the interior, the walls are “pressing”, and there is a catastrophic lack of space, while in the other one feels freedom and all things easily fit in the storage system. Why is it so and how to arrange a room in such a way that it was it nice to be there? Answers in this article.
Features narrow bedroom
Even if in general, the footage of the room is quite acceptable, it may seem narrow due to incorrect match the dimensions of the walls.
In such bedrooms it will still be narrow to walk and each time you have to make sure not to hit your foot on the bedside table or the edge beds. In this case, the bedroom is rectangular forms are usually filled with many items , without which it was quite possible would get by.
Narrow The bedroom is definitely not the end of the world. If this were a kitchen or corridor, it would have been much worse. Although there is nothing pleasant here, the main the function of the bedroom is to relax, when you can just fall on the bed and fall asleep until morning. However, many in the bedroom not only sleep: here is often located dressing room and a table where they put themselves in order. Some even manage to work in the bedroom - especially this option common in one-room apartments and one and a half apartments. In this case, it is worth seriously think about how to decorate the interior so as not to experience discomfort, spending a lot of time in a narrow bedroom.
Interior style in a narrow bedroom
"Desperate times call for desperate measures" - this is definitely about a narrow bedroom. All interior styles are definitely inapplicable here. It is important to choose the one which will completely cover the need for free space. This means that it should not provide for the presence of many items. The style chosen should be concise, simple and environmentally friendly. The last point is definitely important in a narrow bedroom, because the proximity of the walls in it is felt especially strongly. And this means that their decoration should not release toxic substances. Moreover, the situation is further complicated by the fact that this room is the bedroom where people spend the whole night. Being locked in a room with a toxic finish? Little pleasure!
Scandinavian style. It fits the criteria perfectly. Characteristic for him, the white color of the walls in the bedroom will visually increase the space, and wooden furniture meets the criterion of environmental friendliness.
Moreover, the Scandinavian style in the interior narrow bedroom will be very functional: it has a minimum of elements, that should be in the room. Their shape is simple and geometric, so you can choose such furniture, on the corners that you don't have to keep bumping into.
Scandinavian style doesn't mind bright accent colors. He picks them up with special care for the eyes owners, so there will be nothing flashy or too bright here - the very thing for the bedroom.
Minimalism and hi-tech. These are rather close directions, promoting asceticism and multifunctionality. Oni with ease fit into the space of a narrow bedroom and help organize it most ergonomically.
Classic styles. They need to say "no" right away. These directions are too cumbersome and love a lot of decor, which is absolutely unacceptable in narrow bedrooms. Say goodbye to the classics will have to the reason is that it often has too correct construction of elements.
All geometry is calculated, and the center is found in order to adjust others around it items.
Neoclassical more mobile and not so "bothered" with the construction. Color the gamut in it is more diverse, and the decor is simple and concise.
Ellipse bed, 120x190 cm, green
Colors in narrow bedroom
When with style everything is more or less determined, it is worth withdrawing "heavy artillery". From what colors the room will be decorated in depends not only on how it will become visually perceived, but even in what mood will be its inhabitants.
A narrow bedroom needs light colors to “rub” like an eraser features its geometry. Dark colors, on the contrary, will narrow even more an already narrow room.
As already mentioned, white - ideal for visually increasing the area. Same effect with grey, milky and beige flowers.
In this case, all colors should be as calm as possible.
One of The best shades in the interior are pastels. Blue, peach, dusty rose, light green and pistachio color in the interior will become indispensable companions of a narrow bedrooms. These natural shades emphasize the environmental friendliness of the room and help to get up with cheerfulness.
Several shades at once will help to adjust the dimensions of the bedroom. For this you need a narrow wall paint in a more saturated tone, and the one that adjoins it - in a light one. Also, an excellent optical illusion is obtained if you combine warm and cold tones . Warm ones seem closer, and cold ones - farther.
Finish narrow bedroom
all materials should be safe and environmentally friendly, and, if possible, natural.
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His finished with laminate or parquet. Everything is perfect in these materials, but Most importantly, they are easy to care for.
