Bedrooms
January 23, 2024
10 Best Small Bedroom Design Ideas
Like so many compact rooms, small bedrooms are a great source of ingenuity, and often have to work a double shift. In addition to maxing out storage, they also strive to create a serene and calming space that invite homeowners to rest and relax.
Scroll down for some of the best small bedroom design ideas!
Integrate Nightstands
This cottage guesthouse bed headboard segues into a space-saving nightstand, for a clean look that’s also super functional.
Install Custom Built-Ins
In this 2,150-square-foot Toronto home, custom storage makes a huge difference in the bedroom. A tiny closet or skimpy wardrobe can’t match this wall of millwork, complete with stacks of drawers, and tall cupboards to store off-season clothing or accessories.
Create A Tonal Envelope
Matching the wall color to the drapery doesn’t break up this bedroom visually, so the room feels less small. Upholstered walls are cosy and help with soundproofing.
Consider A Long Headboard
A full-width headboard makes this principal bedroom feel wider, and pendants free up space on the nightstands.
Install A Murphy Bed
A Murphy bed can morph a living room or home office into an instant guest room. In the condo of designer Fenwick Bonnell’s living room, the Murphy bed is concealed by a wall of millwork (and a privacy drape also blocks off the area when guest are visiting).
Embrace Minimalism
If space is tight, forgo heavy furniture pieces for a Scandi-inspired minimalist look, established by rustic furniture and simple bedding that looks best when rumpled.
Add A Large Rug
“A common mistake in small spaces is having a rug that’s too small,” says designer Nicci Harrison. In this compact bedroom, the rug extends to the wall, bringing the furniture together for a cohesive look. Bonus: wall sconces free up space on the nightstand!
Install Floor-Length Drapes For A Breezy Look
Jackie Kai Ellis softened the look in her Vancouver condo by framing the windows with sheer white drapes that draw the eye up. She also opened up the ceiling to expose the cool industrial concrete.
Double Up
If your narrow space can’t accommodate one large dresser, place two small cabinets side by side for a look that feels custom. Bonus: rattan doors allow airflow for garments.
Use Every Inch
In this Victorian-era house, an unused bedroom nook was turned into a multipurpose table that works as a makeup vanity and desk.