Deciding how to decorate the main rooms of your house is hard enough, without considering just how you’re going to most effectively utilise your spare room. There are many options to consider for a spare room, ranging from a guest bedroom to a bar. But just how can you make the most of the extra space?
Guest bedroom
Of course, the most obvious thing to do with your spare room is to turn it into a guest bedroom. Having a dedicated space for guests is ideal for when you have friends or family staying with you, as this means there are no switching rooms and no uncomfortable airbeds to pump up and put away later. Instead, the warm, welcoming room is ready and waiting to be used at all times. Plus, here you’re able to marry comfort and luxury to design a space that feels like a swanky B&B or hotel. Be sure that it’s versatile enough to suit all ages, however, and ready for any event.
Your guest bedroom might also become a room for an elderly relative as they need more support in later life. Many of us help look after parents or grandparents when they can no longer live independently in their own homes. When this happens investing in adaptive aids including Handicare Stairlifts UK can make the transition easier and allow your relative to still have some independence. My grandparents used a chairlift and it allowed them to stay in the home much longer than had they been without one.
Dressing room
Many people, of course, have long daydreamed and fantasized about having their own walk-in wardrobe or dressing room – and the spare room is the perfect opportunity to bring those dreams to life. Plus, this means the room becomes a practical space where you’re able to keep all of your clothes, make-up, beauty products and jewellery. Plus, a dedicated room for such items means that you’re able to afford yourself and your partner additional space in your bedroom.
Home office
If you tend to work from home a lot, or enjoy reading or writing, doing such tasks in your bedroom or living room means you’re surrounded by distractions. Instead, make the spare room into an office and your problems are solved. Spare rooms do tend to be on the smaller side, however, but you will usually be able to fit a desk and chair inside, even alongside a bed if you still want room for guests. Add a stylish lamp – pagazzi.com is worth checking out for table lamps – and you have your very own creative space.
Home cinema
Who doesn’t love a Netflix binge or good movie night? If you’re a film nut, then why haven’t you considered turning unused space into a dedicated, mini cinema room? Add a comfortable corner sofa or some bean bags and set the scene with a large TV or projector screen. For a quirky touch, add a popcorn machine or mini bar – you’ll soon be the best host in the neighbourhood.
Games room
Let’s be honest – we’re all children at heart. We all have that one game that takes us back to our childhood… so why not turn your spare room into a games room? It’s also a fantastic place to keep not only the little ones entertained but your guests too! Table football, table tennis, pool, darts – whatever takes your fancy. There is no better way to best use your spare room than by converting it into an entertainment space for people to enjoy!
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