Styling the smallest bedroom in your new home

As the saying goes, ‘good things come in small packages’, which definitely applies to the smallest bedroom in your new home.

Smaller rooms are an opportunity to create something that’s cosy. And, as is the case with all of the other rooms in your new build property, it’s a chance to put your personal stamp on things.

Have you got a smaller bedroom that’s ready and waiting to be transformed into a space you love using every day? To help get you started, here are our top five tips for styling the smallest bedroom in your new Russell Home; you can fully implement or adapt them as little or as much as you like!

Styling tip 1: Literally dress it up

Dressing rooms are on-trend right now. Once only seen on US shows, in luxurious hotels and on social media feeds, dressing rooms are fast becoming a staple space within many new homes of all sizes. What’s more, they can reportedly increase the value of your home by up to £40,000.

The most successful dressing room set-ups include all of the staple features, which include good lighting, a focal point (e.g. a statement sofa, chair or rug), as well as plenty of storage space to hang, store and display all of your clothing and accessories – shoes, bags, ties and jewellery included. Mirrors are an absolute must, not just because you can try on your outfits in your dressing room area, but because they add an instant air of glam and make smaller spaces feel larger.

We understand the importance of having a dedicated space to keep your clothing, which is why we provide quality wardrobes as an optional extra. And with a range of styles to choose from, creating your dream dressing room is actually a lot easier than you may initially think.

Styling tip 2: Create a haven for your hobbies

If you’ve got a hobby or two and hate having to clear everything away and get everything out every time you want to enjoy some hobby-related ‘me time’, then a dedicated hobbies room could be just what you need.

Smaller bedrooms can easily be transformed into craft spaces, music rooms, reading & writing corners, art & design and photographic studios, and even cinema rooms. Choose calm and productivity-inspiring colours, such as creams, yellows and blues, and carefully plan the space around your hobby. For instance, if you’re an avid bookworm, then you may just need a cosy chair and footstool, focused lighting and shelves to store your beloved literary collection. Alternatively, if your hobby involves something arty, then you may prefer a large desk, or even an easel, with plenty of space to store your materials. (Bonus tip: Position your creative area in front of your window, so that you benefit from plenty of natural light and also get inspiration from what’s happening outside).

Styling tip 3: Set up a home gaming zone

Smaller bedrooms are ideal for gaming zones because in most instances, all you need is space for a TV/screen, gaming equipment, a gaming chair (or two) and an obligatory bean bag corner. Want to push the boat out? Installing LED lighting strips around the room immediately brings the wow factor, especially if they’re remote-controlled and colour-changing. (Bonus tip: Placing LED strips behind your screen can help reduce eye strain and create a futuristic-looking halo effect).

No gaming room is ever complete without wall or floor storage units for treasured displays, headphones, controllers and other gaming equipment. Another functional styling hack is using acoustic soundproofing panels that not only give gaming rooms a contemporary edge, but also help keep noise levels within the four walls of your gaming setup.

Depending on the build stage when you reserve your Russell Home, it may be possible to have certain plug sockets strategically positioned in specific areas to accommodate your gaming equipment and achieve a seamless end result.

Styling tip 4: Provide them with a playroom

Children’s toys can look messy and be extremely difficult to keep on top of! And when they keep multiplying every birthday and Christmas, the struggle to keep the mountains of dolls, cars, jigsaws, dens, playmats, and more can be a constant challenge. Sound familiar?

Creating a playroom where everything toy-related lives is a highly practical, as well as time-saving idea. Depending on how many toys you need to accommodate, you may want to install storage units, seating, and play areas. Beanbags and teepees are brilliant for creating cosy corners, while tuck-in table and chair sets are a highly effective way of setting up a creative zone for the kids to draw or paint away to their heart’s content (supervised, of course!)

Clickable picture frames enable you to show off your children’s artwork with ease, while a layer of chalkboard paint on one of the walls never fails to keep them entertained. Don’t rush your design choices, if they love cars, trains or princesses, then use these passions as a starting point for creating a playroom they really enjoy spending time in.

Styling tip 5: Turn it into a home office

With 91% of employers offering some type of flexible working arrangement, working from home has increasingly become the norm for many employees. One of the best things about turning your smallest bedroom into a home office, is the fact you can shut the door and leave your work on the other side until it’s time to log back on again. And if your work involves logging into e-meetings, then you have the added benefit of being able to ‘attend’ these meetings without any interruptions, regardless of how chaotic the rest of your house might be.

Styling-wise, investing in an ergonomically designed office chair (not a chair borrowed from the kitchen) will make sure you are fully supported and can happily work away and feel comfortable at the same time. A sturdy desk is an absolute must, as well as shelves or drawers that can be used to neatly store everything away and help you stay organised.

Your backdrop is important, especially if it’s going to be seen by others in e-meetings. Neutral colours always look professional and modern, especially when paired with plants, inspirational artwork and other work-related features. A cluttered background crammed full of personal life-related items is a no-no. However, if creating something zen-like is proving easier said than done for you, you can always revert to selecting a background picture in your e-meeting settings.

In just one room, there are countless opportunities. Smaller bedroom styling in a new Russell Home can be as simple or elaborate as you want to make it, and what’s more, it can be tailored to fit within your budget too, so you can see your smaller bedroom in a whole new light. Happy styling!