Space-saving ideas for small bedrooms

Whether it’s a child’s room, guest room or main bedroom, small rooms can be difficult to design. Here are some ideas to maximize the available space.

Store things under the bed. Buy a bed with built-in storage or simply use bins and boxes to store things underneath. If your bed is too close to the ground, use bed risers to elevate it. Alter natively, consider investing in a loft bed to free up space on the floor for a desk, sofa or play area.

Opt for double-duty furni ture. Look for floor lamps with shelves, ottomans with storage space and cabinets fronted by a full-length mirror. Also, consider that a desk can serve as a nightstand, and a dresser can be used as a changing table.

Hang shelves above doors. This often-ignored area is an ideal place for a shelf. Buy pretty baskets or bins to hold your things, and neatly display them in this out-of-the-way spot.

Use the space behind doors. Use the backs of closet and bedroom doors to hang hooks, towel bars, over-the-door organizers or peg boards. This will make it easy to store your items.

In general, designing vertically will allow you to make the most of a small bedroom. Installing shelves and cabinets close to the ceiling is particularly useful and will help you keep the space tidy.