5 Space-Maximizing Bedroom Tricks

Does your bedroom feel more ‘storage room’ than serene? Here are 5 space-saving bedroom tricks to try immediately!

Although the bedroom is supposed to be a personal oasis, those with small bedrooms often feel cramped and overwhelmed in their tiny space.

Sound familiar?

Here are 5 space saving bedroom tricks to help open up your bedroom and make it feel beautiful:

Space Maximizing Bedroom Trick #1: Purposeful Pops Of Color

Did you know you can strategically paint your bedroom to make it feel larger? It’s true!

There are several ways to do this and it’s great because painting is a) easy b) relatively inexpensive and c) doesn’t take more than a day to accomplish!

Small rooms with low ceilings feel stuffy, so we love the idea of painting the ceiling a light or bright neutral to open up the space and make the room feel taller.

The same can be said for the walls.

There’s no rule that says you have to choose white, but you could try something light and airy like pale yellow walls with a cream or off-white ceiling to open up your space.

Space Maximizing Bedroom Trick #2: Opt For One Bedside Table

A typical bedroom design consists of the bed positioned on the largest wall in the room with one bedside table to each side. Unfortunately, this look isn’t always possible for those trying to maximize their small space.

Our solution? Ditch the rules by placing your bed up against a wall and opt for one bedside table instead of two.

Although it’s not the most traditional bedroom look, it’s a great way to maximize the space you have.

If you’re opting for one bedside table, make sure it has enough storage to cover your needs.

The Akram 1-Drawer Accent Table is perfect because it has a slender design that fits into small spaces but still boasts a spacious drawer for storage.

It also has a sleek bottom shelf to showcase books and other bedroom accessories that make your room feel complete.

Space Maximizing Bedroom Trick #3: Use A 2-In-1 Storage Bench

Two-in-one accent pieces are the lifeblood of small spaces; and luckily, storage benches work beautifully in the bedroom.

The Hampton Single Storage Bench in Beige is one of our favorite examples.

You can pull it up to your vanity to apply your morning makeup, use it as extra seating when enjoying a coffee with a friend or even place it in front of your favorite accent chair as an ottoman.

The best part? It lifts open to store magazines, TV remotes and other bedroom odds and ends so you can enjoy your space—clutter free.

Space Maximizing Bedroom Trick #4: Mirrored Pieces

Mirrors are an easy way to open up a space. The reflective qualities instantly open up any room, making it feel larger and more luxurious.

That’s not to say you should plaster your entire bedroom in mirrored pieces (you don’t want to be sleeping in a fun-house, do you?) but there are subtle ways to bring mirror in without going overboard.

We recommend choosing accent pieces with mirrored features.

The Drake 5-Drawer Chest in Black is perfect because it offers 5 spacious drawers for clothes and storage while opening up your space with its reflective qualities.

You’ll love how the sunlight reflects around your bedroom in the morning, making it feel like a sparkling oasis.

Space Maximizing Bedroom Trick #5: Streamline Your Bed Accessories

While we love the idea of layering a bed with luxurious throws and faux fur accents (link to December trends blog) this can be problematic in a small bedroom because it crowds the room and makes it feel tight.

To work around this issue, we suggest streamlining your bed accessories by playing with similar textures that lie flatter to the bed.

But don’t be disappointed by the lack of texture; you can still play with linen colors and bed styles achieve a look that’s uniquely yours.

See the difference between the over-styled bed from The Editor At Large and the Samara Sleigh Bed in Grey?

The Samara Sleigh Bed (although it sports a luxurious headboard) is minimally styled, creating a clean, streamlined effect that makes the room feel larger.

 

Now that you’re armed with these space-maximizing bedroom tricks, it’s time to put them into action to create the bedroom of your dreams!

Do you have any other space-maximizing tips to offer? Feel free to share them in the comments below!