Small Bedroom? Kit it Out With Space-saving Furniture
Maximise space in your tiny boudoir with these six handy pieces
Every inch counts in a small bedroom, which is why your furniture choices are key. Go for items that either multi-task, use space wisely, or create an illusion of flow, and your tiny bedroom should feel bigger than it actually is.
Ceiling-height cupboards
Make use of all available space by hanging storage on the wall. These cabinets have been fitted right up to the ceiling either side of the bed, with space below for bedside cabinets.
It’s a great way to maximise under-used space. Shorter units could be continued over the bed, too, if more storage space would be useful.
Make use of all available space by hanging storage on the wall. These cabinets have been fitted right up to the ceiling either side of the bed, with space below for bedside cabinets.
It’s a great way to maximise under-used space. Shorter units could be continued over the bed, too, if more storage space would be useful.
A floating bedside table
Create the illusion of space by lifting furniture off the floor, leaving a gap below that creates a feeling of flow.
These wall-hung bedside cabinets, for example, provide ample storage and surface area, but the space underneath helps to prevent the room feeling cramped.
Create the illusion of space by lifting furniture off the floor, leaving a gap below that creates a feeling of flow.
These wall-hung bedside cabinets, for example, provide ample storage and surface area, but the space underneath helps to prevent the room feeling cramped.
A dinky dressing table
Think you don’t have space for a dressing table? Try this idea. An Ikea wall unit has been installed at a low level to form an unobtrusive table top.
The surface is big enough to provide a handy vanity area, incorporating a couple of drawers that are perfect for lotions and potions, but it takes up very little space in the room.
A small stool is another space-saver, as it can be tucked neatly away.
Think you don’t have space for a dressing table? Try this idea. An Ikea wall unit has been installed at a low level to form an unobtrusive table top.
The surface is big enough to provide a handy vanity area, incorporating a couple of drawers that are perfect for lotions and potions, but it takes up very little space in the room.
A small stool is another space-saver, as it can be tucked neatly away.
Custom closets
If you can’t find a wardrobe to fit your small bedroom, design your own instead using separate pieces. The key is to work out exactly what you need to store, then plan the elements accordingly.
Here, the designer has created a functional wall of storage in a shallow area. Low drawers provide space for folded clothes, and the three bottom drawer fronts hide one large drawer for dirty laundry.
Above is a hanging rail and a useful surface, while at the top, cabinets for items that aren’t needed as often span the room.
Fancy doing something similar? Find carpenters and joiners in your area
If you can’t find a wardrobe to fit your small bedroom, design your own instead using separate pieces. The key is to work out exactly what you need to store, then plan the elements accordingly.
Here, the designer has created a functional wall of storage in a shallow area. Low drawers provide space for folded clothes, and the three bottom drawer fronts hide one large drawer for dirty laundry.
Above is a hanging rail and a useful surface, while at the top, cabinets for items that aren’t needed as often span the room.
Fancy doing something similar? Find carpenters and joiners in your area
A storage ottoman
One extremely useful item to have in a small space if you can squeeze it in is an ottoman. These provide the double function of storage and seating, so they’re a handy addition in a compact space.
A rectangular version like this one is perfect for tucking up against the bed, and can be used as a place to keep bed linen as well as a perch when you’re getting dressed. However, a smaller cube or barrel version would still do the job in a tighter spot.
Browse footstools and ottomans in the Houzz Shop
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Do you have a small bedroom? Are you tempted by any of these space-saving furniture items? Share your thoughts in the Comments section.
One extremely useful item to have in a small space if you can squeeze it in is an ottoman. These provide the double function of storage and seating, so they’re a handy addition in a compact space.
A rectangular version like this one is perfect for tucking up against the bed, and can be used as a place to keep bed linen as well as a perch when you’re getting dressed. However, a smaller cube or barrel version would still do the job in a tighter spot.
Browse footstools and ottomans in the Houzz Shop
Tell us…
Do you have a small bedroom? Are you tempted by any of these space-saving furniture items? Share your thoughts in the Comments section.
Of course, a bed’s foremost function is for sleeping, but, in a compact space, there’s no reason it can’t up its game. Incorporate some storage by choosing a design with integrated drawers, shelves or cabinets.
This daybed has been custom-made to include drawers below, as well as a side table with a cabinet underneath.
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