Ideas for decorating a 20 square meter bedroom.

20 sq m layout

Planning any bedroom starts with installing the bed, but for a 20 sq m bedroom this advice may not work. After all, if you decide to equip a separate dressing room instead of a wardrobe, then there will be less space for the sleeping area. Therefore, you should choose a sleeping place and its location after the bedroom plan is approved.

Bedrooms with an area of 20 sq m can be square and elongated. And the principles of arranging furniture in them are different:

Square. 20 sq m is a large room, so if you just put the bed against one of the walls, the bedroom will seem empty. There are 2 options: install the bed with the headboard against the wall, and opposite it place a dressing table or desk, cabinets. Or move the bed away from the wall and put wardrobes and a table behind the headboard – this will create zoning

Tip: If there is a niche in the bedroom, do not leave it empty, depending on the size, place a wardrobe, headboard, chest of drawers or table in it.

Rectangular. This shape is ideal for placing several zones. If the window is on the short side, place an area in the bedroom for applying makeup, relaxing or working near it. And move the sleeping area closer to the entrance. With a dressing room, it is the opposite – build a separate small room near the door, and move the bed to the window.

If the window is on the long side, place the sleeping area further from the entrance. And any other – by the door.

The photo shows the interior of a bedroom in a classic style

To arrange a 20 sq. m bedroom with a balcony, you can combine two rooms by removing the double-glazed window – then the workplace is moved to the balcony, for example. It is not necessary to combine the bedroom with the balcony, it is enough to insulate the loggia. A relaxation zone will be great there: it can be a couple of beanbags, a table for tea and a bookshelf.

In one-room apartments, the bedroom and living room are in the same room, they need to be zoned. To do this, build walls from plasterboard, make glass partitions, put up screens or hang curtains.

Zoning the bedroom

It is necessary to zone a 20 sq m bedroom not only in the case of combining it with the hall, but with other functional spaces. For example, a wardrobe, an office, a place for makeup or relaxation. In a bedroom-living room, it is logical to abandon the bed in favor of a fold-out sofa. When assembled, it is used for resting, receiving guests, and when disassembled, it is an excellent replacement for a sleeping place. In this case, there will be space for a spacious wardrobe, a desk and everything you need.

We have already mentioned that a bed and a sofa can coexist in one room – then you will have to sacrifice storage or other useful areas. In a classic bedroom of 20 sq. m, where there is no need to place a living area, there is enough space for an entire dressing room instead of a regular wardrobe. For this, it is advisable to make partitions from plasterboard, and build a system with shelves, drawers, hangers inside. A dressing table is also placed in it. Another option for the makeup area is near the window or opposite the bed.

The photo shows a bedroom with a dressing room

Another example when a partition is necessary is the location of the bathroom. Keep in mind that moving the wet area in an apartment is prohibited, so such redevelopment is illegal. But in a private house, it is quite possible to organize an additional bathroom: the main thing is to solve the issue of moving communications at the initial stage of the renovation.

The place for work, reading, and rest, as a rule, is not physically separated. To save space, use visual zoning techniques: different lighting, highlighting with color or texture.

If you need to highlight the bed, a podium is best suited: it will do its job perfectly, and you can create drawers for additional storage underneath it.

How to arrange?

Choosing furniture for the bedroom 20 sq. m is not complicated by the search for multifunctional or compact models, so you have the right to buy whatever you like.

Let’s start with the bed: there is no need to go small, the optimal width for two is 160-180 cm. If you plan to have few pieces of furniture in the bedroom interior, you can install a 200*200 cm bed. Bed frames are sold with or without a headboard – in any case, it is convenient if the headrest is high (140-180 cm). If the design does not provide for it, install wall panels behind the bed.

To ensure convenient access to the bed, leave 60-70 cm on each side. This will also make it easier to choose bedside tables. The main requirement for bedside tables is their height. Ideally, they should be flush with the mattress or 5-7 cm lower.

The photo shows a 20 sq. m bedroom with a dressing table by the window

It is best to make a custom-made wardrobe or dressing room – this way you can use the space as efficiently as possible. When installing a chest of drawers, do not forget – you need a meter of free space in front of it to pull out the drawers.

There is enough space for a personal office in 20 square meters – put the table to the right of the window if you are right-handed (to the left if you are left-handed). On the other side, it would be good to place an armchair with a bookcase or a soft couch.

Lighting Features

Designers never tire of repeating that light is one of the most important elements. Saving on electrical wiring means getting a dark, uncomfortable bedroom. Therefore, professionals recommend installing several light points:

1. Central chandelier. A ceiling lamp is convenient as the main source; in an area of 20 square meters, it is logical to replace it with several built-in ones.
2. Bedside lamps. Sconces or table lamps are convenient for getting ready for bed, reading. It is advisable to choose models with a dimmer so that it is possible to adjust comfortable brightness for each activity and time of day.
3. Spot lighting. Additional light sources will come in handy on the desk, mirror in the makeup area, dressing room or closet, in the reading area.

The photo shows an interior in muted tones

Examples of design in various styles

Any interior style and color scheme will suit a 20 sq. m bedroom.

• The abundance of white in the Scandinavian style will provide even more space, allowing you to install more furniture.
• The classic interior of a 20 sq. m bedroom assumes a predominantly warm light range – beige, gold, ivory. Plus a complex relief design of furniture, rich decorative textiles.
• The modern classic style, on the contrary, stands for simple, laconic forms. The palette is with calm dusty or dirty tones.

The photo shows the design of a bedroom in Provence style

• Loft-style design is quite dark, make a classic white ceiling so that the 20 square meter room remains large.
• Minimalism is distinguished by its laconicism not only in decoration and the number of pieces of furniture – even in large bedrooms of 20 square meters, limit yourself to the bare necessities. The same applies to decor, accessories – the fewer of them, the more minimalistic the design will be.
• The popular cozy eco-style for the bedroom means the use of natural wood and fabrics, natural shades.