The bedroom is a
place where you relax after a long tiring day. So it should be furnished in
such a way that it feels like a welcome abode. It is a place which should be
tranquil and where you can pit your feet up and forget all tensions and
worries. Although all of us would like t have a big bedroom with a king sized
bed and pretty bellowing drapes, it is not always possible. Most apartments have
very small or tiny bedrooms that require a lot of creativity and ingenuity to
fit all necessary furniture and furnishings. Choose furniture that is in scale
with the dimensions of the bedroom. One of the biggest mistake that home owners
make is to cram a small bedroom with large furniture pieces. This makes the
bedroom appear smaller than it actually is. Also, make sure that the style of
furniture is minimalistic with clean lines and is not overly ornate.
Before choosing furniture for a
small bedroom, you should first remember some basic elements of interior
design. As lighter shades reflect more light, paint your bedroom in muted and
light colors to make the room look more spacious. You can also use sheer
curtains in pastel and neutral hues in materials such as chiffon and muslin
which will provide you privacy and also help to give the room an airy feeling.
The Bed
The most important furniture in a
bedroom is the bed. You simply cannot get a large king size bed with a huge
headboard and make it the focal point of the bedroom. This will take up the
entire space of the bedroom and you will have lots of difficulty in placing
other essential pieces of furniture. It will also make the bedroom appear
cluttered and will ruin the relaxing atmosphere. So you have to choose the bed with
care. Choose a bed whose dimensions matches that of the small bedroom and
whereby after placing it you can still move around the room comfortably and
still have space to place your wardrobe.
You can use a platform bed that has
a low height, as this makes the bedroom appear larger that it is. You can also
choose a box bed that has ample space for storing bed lines and other
knickknacks. If your bedroom is really tiny, and you do not have the lexury of
opting for night tables, the design a headboard that has an inbuilt shelf to
store your books and also has a recessed light for reading.
The
Wardrobe
An essential bedroom furniture that
any homeowner can’t do without is the wardrobe. Avoid using wardrobes that
takes up an entire wall. Instead opt for armories and wardrobes that are
vertically inclined. This not only minimizes the amount of floor space used but
also is very useful for hanging such items like long dresses and suits without
any fear of creasing. The top shelves can be used for storing handbags, rain
gear, shoes and other items that are not used frequently. You can also used
mirrors on the wardrobe doors to act as your dresser and it also helps to open
up the space. Always think of innovative ways in which you can use bedroom
furniture styles to enhance the look of your bedroom.
Other
Essentials
You will also need to furnish the
bedroom with other essentials like a dresser and chest. Opt for dressers and
chest that have a simple design and without too many carvings. One of the most
useful small bedroom furniture plans is to opt for furniture such as the bed,
side tables, wardrobe and chest in pure white. If you have pale colored walls
like a mint green or icy blue, white colored furniture can give you a dramatic
look with a spacious feeling. You can then provide assents of color in the
bedroom by using colorful rugs, pillows, lamps and picture frames. This will
give your bedroom a romantic and ethereal look and you can further heighten the
appeal by using soft sheer drapes.
Small bedroom furniture arrangement
should be such that it creates an illusion of space. The best furniture layout
for a small bedroom is to place the bed on one corner of the room instead of placing
it bang in the middle. This will give you more floor space and let you place
another furniture item like a comfortable armchair or a love seat. If you have
the space, you can also group together a couple of small chairs with a low
coffee table along the window to create a cozy nook. Whatever be your style
aesthetics, remember to keep your bedroom neat and clutter free.
