Small Bedroom Renovations Ideas

Add Color

• Conventional design wisdom states that you should paint a small space in a pale color to make it look more open. If you want a bedroom that pops, break the rules and add color to bring it to life. Choose one or two colors; by limiting the number of shades, you can brighten the room without making it too chaotic. Stay away from dark shades, which can give a small room a cave-like feeling. Depending on your design preference, you might add color to an accent wall, the ceiling, design accents or bedding.

Limited Design Elements

• When you're renovating a small bedroom, try to remove clutter, starting with the decor. Limit design elements for a streamlined look that lets the room's shape and architectural details shine through. By keeping the number of decorations down, you can avoid a chaotic feeling. Once you have the design down, implement organizational strategies to eliminate the clutter on dressers and bedside tables.

Built-In Storage

• Storage can be limited in a small bedroom, forcing you to clutter the space with large dressers and storage units. Instead, use a bedroom renovation to install built-in storage options to free up floor space. Consider adding built-in bookcases, for example, or replace your bed frame with a low-profile platform with recessed shelves, or drawers in the base. If you can't modify the room's structure, put a line of shelving around the top of the room for raised storage that won't impede the space, and will draw the eye upward.

Focal Point

• When renovating a small bedroom, create a focal point to give the space a neat, orderly look. You might choose a dramatic bed, or go with a big, bold window treatment or an oversize mirror. A single focal point can create a hierarchy around it, making the room more organized and easier to process visually.