Small Bedroom Ideas

• Go vertical: Use tall wardrobes and vertical shelving to free up floor space and make the most of space that often goes unused.
• Store under the bed: Wheel out boxes or storage drawers keep items such as linens and seasonal clothes accessible but hidden and tidy.
• Light, cohesive colour: Soft, unified shades on both the walls and ceiling make rooms feel more open.
• Add a mirror: Placing a large mirror opposite or adjacent to a window can help to reflect daylight and give the appearance of a larger and brighter space.
• Layer lighting: Use a mix of lighting types to give depth to the room and consider choosing wall lights to free bedside surfaces.
• Smart storage: Get creative with storage and use a mix of boxes, hooks and hangers to keep your room spacious and tidy.

Use height, hidden areas and multi‑purpose furniture pieces to increase storage without adding bulkiness to a small bedroom.

• Build up, not out: Tall wardrobes, wall‑mounted shelves and over‑door organisers free up floor space and improve organisation within a small room. Opting for a tall wardrobe with a mix of shelving and hanging space can give more storage options as your needs change over time.
• Choose multi‑functional furniture: Storage beds, ottomans, sofa beds and lift‑top pieces reduce the number of items you need. Think carefully about your needs now and future needs to choose the best multi-functional furniture for your room.
• Hang it, don’t park it: Pegboards and hooks beside beds or desks keep daily essentials to hand but off surfaces. Clear surfaces help to give an illusion of more space.
• Tame the small stuff: Drawer dividers and labelled baskets stop micro‑clutter from taking over. Giving everything a ‘home’ can feel daunting but will help maintain an calm and tidy bedroom.

For more bedroom storage ideas check out our full bedroom storage ideas guide. 

• Keep colours light & consistent: Light tones help to blur hard boundaries (for example where the wall and ceiling meet) and make the room feel bigger. Continue a consistent light colour palette through from the walls to soft furnishings such as bedding and curtains/blinds.
• Use one large mirror (not many small): Position your mirror to catch daylight and reflect a tidy part of the room for the biggest impact.
• Tidy surfaces: Fewer, larger items on surfaces reduce visual clutter and help small rooms feel ordered and spacious. Keep smaller items well organised within accessible storage.

Layer light sources to avoid harsh glare and give small rooms a warm, spacious feel.

Ambient: Use soft overhead lighting or even consider a flush‑mounted ceiling light to evenly light the room. Adding a dimmer switch can give more options.

Task: Wall‑mounted reading lights are a good choice to free up space on bedside tables. Alternatively a tall thin desk lamp can be a great flexible choice.

Accent: LED strips or picture lights can help to add depth to the room or highlight specific features.

Layering lighting within your small room allows you to react to the level of daylight and the mood you want to set, creating ambience without taking up space on surfaces.

Start with the bed, plan your layout and scale furniture to fit.

• Anchor on the longest wall: This opens the central floor space and creates balance; in very small rooms consider tucking the bed into a corner.
• Keep sightlines clear: Avoid blocking doors and windows to make the room feel more open, and consider what is reflected in mirrors.
• Utilise sliding doors: Sliding wardrobes can remove the need for door‑swing clearance and help reclaim usable space.
• Get smart with space saving: Tall slimline dressers, fold‑down desks & storage beds maintain functional storage without additional bulk.

• Kids’ rooms: Mid/high sleepers, cabin or bunk beds can help to create space saving play or study space in a small bedroom. Add pegboards, shelving and labelled storage solutions to keep things tidy and floor space clear.
• Adults: Make the room yours whether that’s your calm sanctuary or a room to express you. To give the appearance of more space use light, unified colours on walls, furniture and bedding. Add pops of colour through accessories & wall prints. Remember to utilise smart storage and add a large mirror to make more of the light and space.
• Couples: Plan the room to allow access on both sides of the bed with slimline bedside tables/shelves and wall mounted lighting to give symmetry. Sliding wardrobes and tall slim line chest of drawers help functionality where space is tight. Consider layered lighting to support different needs and routines.

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