If you’re here, it’s probably because you’re having some trouble decorating your small bedroom. The good news is that getting there may be easier than you think, thanks to a few visual tricks, the right furniture, and the application of the right colours. Want to see how to go from a mini to a maxi bedroom in the blink of an eye?
PREFER COOL COLORS
Painting the walls with cold tones will create the illusion that the walls are moving away. The green, blue or gray are good choices also invite calm and rest. Of course, use them in their clearest and softest versions so that the room continues to be illuminated.
FURNITURE WITH LONG LEGS
Choose furniture that is off the ground, ideally with long, thin legs. This will make them look lighter and lighter in the environment.
MULTIFUNCTIONAL
Take advantage of choosing elements that fulfil a double function, such as a bed that rises and has storage space, a bench that is also a trunk, or a table that can be folded and hidden. These alternatives will save you a ton of space and make your small bedroom look bigger.
MONOCHROME PALETTE
Choose a colour that is repeated throughout the entire bedroom, even if it is indifferent saturations. Why? Because this way the eye will not perceive great contrasts and space will seem deeper. Start with the colour of the walls and then apply it to different elements such as furniture or textiles.
LIGHT CURTAINS
When dressing your windows, prefer curtains made of light and airy fabrics over thicker fabrics. When installing them, make them as high as possible, ideally glued to the ceiling, in this way they will create the illusion that the walls are higher.
KEEP TIDY
You can apply all the tricks you want, but if you don’t keep the order, there won’t be much to do. To achieve this, use organizing boxes that you can hide in the closet, under the bed, on shelves or drawers. Maintain a minimalist, uncluttered aesthetic, where what is seen as a reason for being, whether for functionality or decoration.
A CABINET UNDER THE WINDOW
Generally, it is not a very used space. Therefore, take advantage of it with custom furniture or with a chest of drawers that also gives you space to store or sit.
40 CENTIMETERS IS ENOUGH
40 centimetres deep is enough for you to store clothes in a drawer or shelf. For this reason, he prefers furniture with these measures, before others of the greater size that interfere with the traffic or flow of the room.
WHAT ABOUT THE BED BACKREST?
Choose a lightweight bed backrest, ideally made of light wood or natural fibres. Avoid those of large dimensions, made of fabric or dark wood, as they will make your bedroom smaller. You can opt for low-rise options or one with a vertical design that invites you to look up at the ceiling.
FLOATING TABLES
If your bedroom is small, prefer floating nightstands that go directly to the wall. The simple, minimalist designs will be ideal, especially if they are straight lines
ADD A MIRROR
Mirrors bring light and spaciousness to space, so take advantage of them to decorate and make your bedroom look bigger. Those of size XL will look great hanging in front of a window or resting on the floor.
PREFER APPLIQUÉS
The fixtures or spotlights that go to the wall are perfect so you don’t have to sacrifice space on your nightstand. You can also put hanging lamps, without lampshade and with decorative bulbs next to your bed.
FLOOR-TO-CEILING SHELVING
If you need extra space for your decorations, your books or some organizing boxes, then install a shelf that goes from floor to wall, this way your bedroom will look taller. Take advantage and choose furniture with several shelves, hopefully with doors to make it look more homogeneous and thus avoid visual clutter.
SMOOTH TEXTILES
Your bed will undoubtedly take up a lot of space in your bedroom. For this reason, he prefers plain textiles, with light and neutral colours that do not visually saturate the environment. To add notes of colour, detail, and design, play with cushions or a footboard that adds texture, depth, and fun contrast.
DECORATE WITHOUT SATURATING
A small bedroom can also include decorations, the important thing is that you choose the right and appropriate pieces. He prefers few elements of medium or large size, which contribute to making the environment look organized and clean.
