The choice of decorating a small room with a large bed does seem to be few, but not always. To create a comfortable and pleasant bedroom as a place to rest, you can choose creative storage areas and choose bright paint colors and curtains.
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Method 1 of 2: Make the Room Feel Bigger
Step 1. Place the bed in the center of the room
As the largest piece of furniture in the room, the bed should be given enough space to make it attractive, then you can arrange other furniture around it. You may find it better if the bed is placed against the wall, but placing the bed in the center will make the bed a central point so that all elements appear symmetrical, and prevent the impression of cluttering because you are trying to cram too many things into a small space.
- If there is space on both sides of the bed, of course, you will also find it easier to tidy it up.
- If the room is too small so it's impossible to put the bed in the middle (perhaps the door can't be closed or opened because of it), stick it to the wall and focus on making the path beside the bed not full.
Step 2. Choose a light, plain color to brighten up the walls
Light colors will make the room seem wider, while dark colors will create a narrow impression. Light grays, various shades of white, or soft pinks can make a room feel bright, fresh, and airy.
- However, don't be afraid to go for dark colors if that's your thing. Shades of gray or dark blue and fresh can make the room feel more intimate and beautiful. If you choose dark colors, consider how much natural light enters the room, lest you feel claustrophobic.
- If you want to just use your existing sheets or bedding and don't plan on buying new ones, choose a suitable paint color, such as neutrals or pastels in the right color scheme.
Step 3. Install the curtains as high as possible to make the room seem taller
Curtains that approach the ceiling will draw the eye upwards when you enter the room. Choose curtains that reach the floor even if they are installed from ceiling height. If you plan to close the curtains even during the day, choose two-layer curtains with a light vitrase to let in light and maintain privacy.
Try to choose a curtain color that matches the color of the walls so that your eyes don't get tired of seeing too many colors
Step 4. Mount a mirror on the wall to catch the light and make the room appear bigger
Instead of hanging paintings or tapestries that make the room feel full, try hanging a large mirror on one of the walls. With a mirror, the room will appear more spacious than it actually is.
It's even better if you can hang a mirror opposite the window to increase natural light
Step 5. Choose sheets that don't tire the eyes with busy patterns
Avoid bright patterns, instead focus on choosing sheets that match the walls and curtains. Look for a reversible bed cover as a variation if you want to switch things up. Beige, gray, white, and even navy are soothing colors that don't irritate the eye or make a room feel fuller.
If your sheets or bed covers are patterned (or if you just like lively patterns), that's fine. In that case, focus on making other elements (paint colors, curtains, décor, and pillows) more neutral to match the pattern of the sheets
Step 6. Buy furniture that makes the room seem bigger
Glass or translucent furniture is very good to choose because the light that reflects off will make the room look more spacious. A glass table or a transparent bedside lamp can give the impression of a wider room. In addition, legged furniture also creates the illusion of space (and the bottom can be used to store things).
Be careful when buying glass or see-through furniture, don't buy too flimsy. So, there is no risk of breaking if you accidentally bump into it
Step 7. Install lights that can illuminate the room
Consider hanging a lamp from the ceiling (if there's no fan there) so you don't have to fill the floor with standing lamps. A chandelier, not a ceiling lamp placed in the middle of the room, really helps illuminate dark corners. Install nightlights on either side of the bed for extra light. Install a ceiling light if you don't already have one.
If you are boarding or renting a house, make sure any changes you make are approved by the owner. If you can't make changes to the placement of the lamps, buy a slim, tall floor lamp to place in a corner
Method 2 of 2: Creating a Creative Storage Area
Step 1. Clean the floor area by installing a floating shelf on the wall
The large bed is the central point of the room. So, the wider the area on the floor, the room will feel more spacious. You can install floating shelves to place books or plants without taking up valuable floor area.
If you have a lot of books, but there is no room for bookshelves, install floating shelves around the perimeter of the room, about half a meter from the ceiling, to display books without having to use the usually bulky bookshelves
Step 2. Add the foot of the bed so you can fit things under it
You can purchase special footboard extensions to create additional space. So, you can put cardboard or large storage bins there.
- Use sheets or bed covers that are long enough to cover the extra space created by the foot of the bed to keep the room looking clean and organized.
- If you're on a budget, consider buying a bed that doubles as a storage drawer underneath. The extra drawer under the bed can be used as a wardrobe if there is no room for a wardrobe.
Step 3. Mount the TV on the wall, if applicable
By mounting the TV on the wall, you can remove the shelves or cabinets used to place the TV. Purchase a special case to avoid the risk of the TV falling and being damaged.
You can also hide the TV cable behind a plastic strip and paint it the same color as the wall to make it neater
Step 4. Choose multifunctional furniture
The bench at the end of the bed can also be used as storage and extra seating, the bedside table can also be used as a work desk. That way, the room is kept simple and tidy so that it seems more spacious.
Try to adjust the furniture to the wall so that it looks melted and neat
Expert Advice
Remember these easy tips to make your room feel bigger:
- use dominant light colors for walls, furniture, and bed sheets to create the impression of spacious and open.
- Take advantage neat, simple, and multifunctional furniture to limit the items needed in the room.
- Enlarge small elements, such as installing floor-to-ceiling windows to make a room appear taller.
- Add large mirror if possible. Mirrors help to reflect light around the room and create the illusion of a larger space.
- Keep so that the room is not cluttered with a simple arrangement, and avoid excessive furniture or decoration.
Tips
- Choose decorative elements that are important and fit your personality. Carpets, pillows, photos, and memorabilia are fun to display, but choose carefully so that your room doesn't become cluttered with unnecessary items.
- Don't let the room fall apart. A tidy room will look bigger.
- Add plants to make the room bright. The green color creates a calming atmosphere and adds an interesting color. The plant can be hung from the ceiling so as not to use the floor area.
