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Last updated: 23 February 2024
Fitted bedroom ideas: Space saving design trends
Whether you're looking for trending designs, space saving tricks, or storage hacks, our fitted bedroom ideas are here to balance your need for floorspace and aesthetic appeal. No matter the size of your room, we've got a finish waiting to wow your guests.
If you're looking for fitted bedroom ideas, you're likely looking for trends and clever space-saving solutions too. Thankfully, you've come to the right blog! We've put together all our favourite design tricks to help you decide on your perfect layout and finish.
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Fitted bedroom furniture ideas for style and comfort
Acoustic panels and corner units
Choose a Scandi-meets-contemporary bedroom design like this AI-generated bedroom decked out in wood and beige. Acoustic panelling runs vertically behind the Queen-sized bed, framed by two horizontal panels that overlook matching bedside tables and lamps for satisfying symmetry.
A fitted corner wardrobe gently curves to soften the transition, creating a simple and stylish look. Meanwhile, a Chesterfield footstool and large fluffy rug further warm the space.
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Bespoke storage solutions
There's a reason a wardrobe is the main feature of a fitted bedroom. With plenty of floor-to-ceiling space, the shelving distribution can be modified depending on your needs. That's why it's a good idea to work out exactly how you want to use your wardrobe before you install one.
This example includes sections for shoes, hats, accessories, shirts, and longer items such as dresses or coats. However, folded items that are stacked using wardrobe dividers or storage boxes with identifying labels are two other ways to keep everything neat and accessibility-friendly.
Smart storage tricks
Small rooms require clever design tricks, like in this rustic AI-generated concept. For starters, there are under-bed storage drawers. These are perfect for larger items you don't need to access every day but still require a home (think bedsheets, rotational summer/winter clothes and games or equipment).
Furthermore, the fitted wardrobe with shaker panels is a stylish touch, while the corner tallboy leaden with accessories, books, and plants utilises the vertical space. Finally, plants adorning the window sill make use of natural shelving space while soaking up the sunlight.
Contemporary chic finishes
Fitted bedrooms use all available wall real estate to enhance the final aesthetic and free up floor space. In this design, depth and spaciousness are achieved by using one tone and playing with inset shelving.
The light wood keeps the bedroom airy and soft, while the inset and floating shelves play with light and shadow for sophistication and character. A handleless cupboard design with hidden ceiling lights makes sure the look stays clean, space-friendly, and inviting.
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Small fitted bedroom ideas for maximum floor space
Minimalist design hacks
For student or box room-sized accommodation, your only option is to use the entirety of a far wall to keep your bedroom free from clutter. This small fitted bedroom design idea proves how effective fitted cupboards are by situating them at the top and separating them from the lower wall with wooden inset shelves.
Although it's not immediately obvious, the wardrobe is on the lefthand wall, hidden with a sliding door that fits seamlessly into the design. It's a minimalist feature that's perfect for those who don't need much (and couldn't store much even if they wanted to!).
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High shelves and storage pouffes
If you're not the fitted wardrobe type or it doesn't go with your minimalist-meets-Scandi aesthetic, consider a wall-length shelf that runs across the top of your bedroom instead. Not only is it neatly tucked away, but it's a unique feature that maximises your square footage. It also gives people something to talk about!
This bedroom also has a large storage pouffe that doubles up as a chair and extra storage. Furthermore, textures such as a brick-effect headboard, an accent chair, a floor lamp and organza curtains all work together to lift the aesthetic. Despite their different patterns, the cream and white tones tie it together for an ethereal and relaxing result.
Floating shelves and two-toned finishes
For a moody and dark fitted bedroom aesthetic in a small room, try to work your shadows. For example, this minimalistic charcoal design has one dark feature wall, lighter grey adjacent walls, and a white ceiling. The result is a cool 'sleepy grey skies' vibe that adds a sense of height and width to the room.
A long floating shelf takes up the opposite wall, revealing the lower grey floorboards and giving the illusion of more space. It also saves you from stubbing your toes when there's only a small amount of space between the workbench and the bed! A hydraulic bed that opens up from the bottom offers another handy storage solution.
Fitted wardrobe ideas for small bedrooms
Bespoke angles
A fitted wardrobe is the first item of furniture most people think of when considering fitted bedroom ideas. This is because your clothes and belongings take up most of the storage room and need somewhere neat to go.
This is where a bespoke wardrobe design comes in. They typically take up an entire wall and reach the ceiling, either curving, curling, cutting or otherwise shaping to fit the ceiling design.
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House of mirrors
Create the illusion of more space than you have with a full-length mirror. Not only does it open up your bedroom by bouncing around natural and artificial light, but it also saves you from having to buy a separate mirror to check your outfit for the day.
This bedroom enjoys a modern finish with a cream and chocolate theme. The wardrobe is a mahogany design that isn't fitted. However, its sliding doors with equally sized mirrors maximise the floor space.
Floor-to-ceiling multipurpose units
When you're working with less square footage than you'd like, it helps to use all the available space. For example, this dresser + wardrobe + drawer combo is a multi-purpose design perfect for homes with tranquillity in mind.
Flat door designs or sliding alternatives take up less room than their outward opening counterparts. A taupe and greige theme is also on-trend and perfect for keeping bedrooms light and comforting.
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