Small bedrooms can be incredibly frustrating. If you’ve been moving your furniture around in attempt to make your room look bigger with little success, it could be time to get creative.
Learning how to use light to your advantage could transform your box room into the most comfortable, cosy space. In this guide, we’ll cover the best ways to master the art of using natural and artificial light to create the illusion of space.
Use mirrored furniture
By reflecting light back out into the room, mirrored furniture could make your bedroom look bigger and brighter. Choose your spot wisely, and work with natural light as much as possible.
If you already have built-in sliding wardrobes, why not consider mirrored doors? Not only could these accentuate the space in your room by reflecting natural light, but they also provide a full-length mirror so you can check out your outfits with ease.
Otherwise, full-length mirrors can be mounted on the walls or propped up on the floor, making a versatile, practical addition to your bedroom.
Find a focal point
Light and neutral tones often make a room seem much more spacious. If you have sufficient natural light in your bedroom, choosing lighter décor will enhance this. Alongside light walls and flooring, it’s a good idea to try out a dark focal point to draw the eye to one specific spot in a room, distracting from its small size.
Dark colours don’t have to be moody – choose a rug, a striking feature wall, or furniture with contrasting pillows or blankets, making your room feel warm and inviting.
Add more lighting
If your bedroom simply doesn’t get enough natural light, there’s plenty of things you can do with artificial lighting. Use tinted light bulbs to give gentle amber tones to your room, ideal for a romantic mood lighting effect or simply to draw attention away from the size of the room.
Keep it organised
Keeping clutter to a minimum is a good idea if you’d like to nurture an airy feel in your bedroom. Hidden places – including under the bed, under the stairs or high up above your head – work well for convenient and discrete storage. Use translucent plastic boxes to make your storage hassle-free.
Remember that installing mirrors can be difficult and heavy work. If you need any help making major changes to your bedroom, it’s best to get some advice first.
