Got a guest room in your home? If yes, then you don’t have any issues making them feel inviting and comfortable, especially for their sleeping arrangements. But that’s not enough. You can certainly take a step ahead and design a guest room in such a way that it scores equal on functionality and aesthetics!
We have curated 10 practical ideas that will help you create a cozy guest bedroom and earn some brownie points for your hospitality:
Add a Playful Wallpaper
Walls are the first thing we all notice when we enter any room. Create an accent wall with an attractive wallpaper that will add to the wow factor. You can also form a lovely wall design with a chosen wallpaper and louver panel. Pick the wallpaper design that matches the selected interior style for the guest room.
Create a Seating Zone
If you have a bit of a spacious guest room then adding some extra seating solutions can make a sea difference. Ideally, add the seating choices like accent chairs, a daybed, a small couch, or ottomans beside or in front of the bed or near the window. Spruce up the seating with attractive accent cushions, and throw to add the warmth factor. Guests who like to work, read, or relax can utilize such provision effectively!
Take Design Risks
A guest room is often considered a spare room which gets a basic design treatment like the usual wall color, essential furniture pieces like a bed, and some basic bedding and that’s it. As a homeowner, you can certainly take some design risks and give the guest room a unique touch. Go ahead and pick a bright wall color (pick a hue that matches the color palette of your home) or introduce bold patterns that define a sense of eclecticism!
Provide Bedside Tables
Bedside tables make a functional furniture option that allows for adding essentials like a table lamp, desk clock, spectacles, books, and more. Ideally, look for bedside tables with storage options. Choose the style, and finish for the bedside table that matches with the bed and the overall vibe of the guest room. For example, a sleek wooden or metal bedside table can make an apt choice for a modern, contemporary-style guest room.
Prioritize Soft Furnishings
It is extremely essential to prioritize the soft furnishings for the guest room. Go for comfortable and quality bedding that includes bed linens, accent cushions, sham, and throws. Layering is the key when it comes to adding warmth and comfort in the spare room.
Ideally go for plain or minimal print bed sheets, quilts, etc and accentuate it with bold print or patterned accent pillows and a comforter!
Add Indoor Plants or Fresh Flowers
One of the easiest ways to add an inviting feel to the spare bedroom is to add indoor plants or fresh flowers. It can help boost the interiors, add a dash of color, and make the guests feel connected to the outdoors as well. Add mini plants, succulents, or fresh flowers arranged in a vase on the bedside table. If space crunch is there, then one oversized floor plant is enough to create an attractive decor element in the guest room. Ensure to maintain the plants and flowers on a timely basis.
If committing to indoor plants is not an option for you, then go for quality faux plants and blooms!
Get more ideas about using plants as home decor!
Introduce a Layered Lighting Design
Like all other rooms in your home, the guest room should also include a layered lighting design. For primary or ambient lights, use recessed lights, ceiling cove lights, spotlights, or a chandelier with dimmers. Table lamps and under-cabinet lights can serve as task lights. And trendy floor lamps and wall sconces can be added for accent light purposes.
Invest in Light-Filtering Curtains
While natural light is necessary for adding a fresh feel to any room, for safety and privacy purposes, curtains or blinds make a necessary choice. Introduce layered curtain choices with light-filtering curtains and blackout curtains. As per the requirements, the occupants in the room can utilize these soft furnishing types!
Add an Artwork
Never keep the walls bare and boring, especially in a guest bedroom where the chosen design aesthetics say a lot about your taste as a homeowner! You can define the walls with an interesting artwork that serves as an attention-seeking piece in the spare room.
For a neutral-tone guest room, adding wall art in bright hues works perfectly. Choose the number of artwork as per the space availability. A set of 2 or 3 wall art is a good way to define walls. Also, one large-size artwork is enough to make an impression!
Impress With Accents
Home decor accents and accessories add the finishing touches to interiors. The guest bedroom can be accentuated with interesting and eye-catchy decor objects. From wall art, vases, photo frames, and curios, to sculptures; you can add the decor pieces that complement the vibe of the guest room. Also, avoid overbearing the space with too many objects and ensure to add a few objects only. Use the ‘less is more’ design philosophy to create a maximum impact!
