Do you have a spare bedroom? Many people fail to use their spare room to its full potential. While in fact, your extra room can serve as a functional home office or study room as well as a comfortable guest room. So what’s stopping you? Take a look at these easy ways you can transform your extra bedroom and use it to its full potential.
- Get a Sleek Desk
An old-school writing desk does look regal but it can be too much for a guest room. Instead, go for a sleek desk that can also double up as a coffee table. A simple angled-leg desk will add an elegant touch to the room.
- Consider a Foldable Wall Bed
Usually, the spare room is comparatively smaller than the master bedroom. So it’s necessary to adjust your home decor accordingly. It wouldn’t be smart to get a huge bed that would leave no room for your office setup. Foldable wall beds are the perfect solution for guest rooms.
- Include Plenty of Storage
A guest may not feel comfortable spending a night in a room that’s cluttered with your office things. You should get plenty of storage to keep the guest room organized at all times. If you’re expecting guests, you should make some room for them in the closet or dresser.
- Use a Combination of Lights
Bright lights are required for work, and dim lighting is necessary for rest. Make sure your guest room is equipped with a combination of lights to create the perfect ambiance.
- Stick to Neutral Palette
A brightly colored room may help with your creativity but it’s not the right choice for a guest room. It would be best to stick to a neutral palette that will improve your concentration as well as make the room comfortable to sleep in.
- Make it Visually Cohesive
Often, spare rooms end up becoming a dumping ground for all unwanted furniture and home decor. Instead of going the eclectic route, it would be better to go with a theme. Choose a color palette and furniture style to make your guest room visually cohesive.
- Get High-Quality Bedding
High-quality bedding is essential for a good night’s sleep. Get comfortable sheets, blankets, and soft pillows to make sure your guests are well-rested.
- Make it Green
Do you rarely use your spare bedroom? If it’s kept closed for long, it can grow a musty smell. In addition to cleaning your spare bedroom regularly, even if no one is staying over, you should add plants for a touch of freshness. Plants infuse life into the room and also purify the air.
- Stock Bedside Tables
If you’re expecting friends or family to stay over, you can make them feel welcomed with a stocked bedside table. Place a bottle of water, eye masks, books, magazines, the WiFi password, a phone charger, and other essentials on the bedside tables.
- Add Plush Seating
Guests should have a place to sit, other than the bed. A plush chair with proper back support is a must-have for every guest room. And since you’ll be using this room as your home office, you can use the chair for working.
- Use a Room Divider
If you’re unable to store away all your work stuff, it can become difficult for a guest to relax. A room divider is extremely useful for creating distinct space within the same room. And since it’s not a permanent fixture, you can bring it out when required.
- Introduce Seasonal Flare
For some extra pizzazz, introduce seasonal flare in your guest room with seasonal bedsheets and decorations. This will make your guest room feel cozier and restful.
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