Staging a small bedroom doesn’t have to be the scary design challenge you have worked up in your head! Make it work by removing clutter, keeping the room tidy, and using the magic of mirrors and windows. Soon the room will feel as open and breezy as a master suite.
Brainstorm at least a few bedroom layout ideas before you load your cart with furniture and decor. Careful planning will help you hit a design home run with even the smallest room.
Here are some small bedroom design tips that’ll help you to stage a small bedroom without giving up a bit of comfort or style:
Invest in multi-functional pieces
Pretty decor doesn’t have to be for looks only—find pieces that double up as storage, like woven baskets or hanging closet drawers.
Add a mirror
Our go-to trick for any small room? Hang a mirror! It’ll make even the smallest bedroom feel light and airy. Try adding a floor mirror next to the closet, or a long horizontal mirror above the bed or dresser.
Use hanging shelves
It’s true, small bedrooms usually have closets that seem better fit for a doll’s wardrobe than a full-grown adult. But never fear—you can make the most of the space by adding hanging closet shelves to amp up the storage space.
Choose the right paint
Dark, moody colors are totally the hot paint color. And, contrary to popular belief, you can make this work for a small room. Embrace the cozy vibe of the room by painting it a deep navy, smoky charcoal, or fern green.
Be careful with furniture size
Here’s where many people go wrong with their small bedrooms: make sure you choose furniture that fits the size of the room! Oversized furniture will make the room feel cramped, but very small furniture will feel awkward, even in a small room. It may feel like a c but shop around until you find furniture that is just right.
Keep accessories to a minimum
Too many decorations will overwhelm the space, but not enough accessories will leave the room feeling sterile. Balance things out by shopping for one or two decorative pieces to put on the nightstand and dresser, or a few pictures for a gallery wall.
