The 7 Best Small Bedroom Ideas

Having a small bedroom doesn’t mean you can’t make it stylish. Find the 7 best small bedroom ideas in our guide.

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Whether you're decorating your bedroom in a shared household, a guest bedroom, or an apartment, having a small space doesn’t mean you have to feel limited.

With the right type of decor and smart storage solutions, you can make your bedroom feel as spacious as possible.

Our small bedroom ideas below will help you maximize the potential of your space.

Choose a Light Matching Color Scheme

In a little bedroom design, a light color scheme can work wonders in making your space feel more spacious and less cluttered.

Creams, whites, and beiges are all light reflecting colors. If you can’t paint the walls, then you can use rental-friendly peel-and-stick wallpaper instead.

Add some personality to the room with cushions and artwork.

Work With The Vertical Space

Vertical storage units allow you to store more without taking up too much room. Some ideas are tall wardrobes and any other vertical shelving, like floating shelves and bookcases.

Avoid using any wall-mounted shelving if your rental doesn’t allow changes.

Don’t Over-clutter

Keep surfaces clear and limit decor to avoid your small bedroom feeling overcrowded. Minimalism works well in small spaces, with one or two statement pieces such as artwork or colorful bedding.

Use Mirrors

Make your small bedroom feel bigger with mirror tricks. Mirrors reflect light and create depth in small spaces. You can place mirrors opposite a window, use wardrobe mirrors, or a full-length mirror.

Bring in some houseplants to add a pop of color and for health.

Optimize Lighting

Relying on a single overhead light in your small bedroom can cast shadows and make it look smaller. Try layering the lighting in your small space with LED strips or bedside lamps.

You can also use a stick-on lighting to avoid damaging the walls and free up surface space.

Use Built-In Storage

Everything from built-in wardrobes to storage around your bed can help save space and maximize your storage without adding more furniture. An end-of-the-bed trunk is ideal for storing bedding and blankets.

Floor-to-ceiling storage keeps your small bedroom spacious and organized. For tricky corners and alcoves, try to get tailored storage to maximize the room space.

Try a Murphy Bed

A Murphy bed is a foldable bed that can be stored against the wall vertically and can be used as a sofa or desk when folded. This frees up a lot of space in a small bedroom. Be aware that these beds can be dangerous to fold and unfold.

Other Little Bedroom Design Ideas

• Use the space behind the door - The space behind your door is often forgotten, but using it for storage with over-the-door hooks and rails can help free up space.

• Go all white - An all-white color scheme significantly boosts the brightness of your small bedroom, making the room feel more open.

• Try stripes on the walls - Using vertical striped stick and peel wall paper can create the illusion of a higher ceiling.

• Let light in - Avoid heavy draping curtains and opt for sheer fabrics to keep the windows unobstructed and let more light in.

• Use symmetry - Symmetry is important for creating balance and organization in a small room.

• Layer soft textures - Soft textured furnishings can add warmth to your room without causing too much clutter. Some ideas are rugs, throws, and cushions or textured headboards.

Storage Hacks For a Small Bedroom

Designing a small bedroom to save space is one part of creating more space.

We also recommend following these storage hacks/mindset shifts to help keep your small space organized.

• Use labelled containers - Clear labelled containers make it easy to know where your items are, rather than digging through cupboards. Store them under the bed.

• Declutter regularly - Regularly clearing out your small bedroom keeps your storage from getting too full and frees up space. Set a time to do this once a month.

• Use the frequency of use rule - More frequently used items should be near, so they are easy to grab, while seasonal items should be stored away.

• Put things back - Returning items to their spot saves you energy in the long run.

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