It’s all about the details. If you can set aside 160cm x 200cm as bed space, you could (technically) fit in a queen sized bedframe. The only question is – can you move about freely with the floor area remaining?

As such, do account for walking space – about 60cm around the perimeter of the bed. This is to ensure that there’s ample room to get in and out of it without causing any bumps. Also, leave approximately 90cm of space from your door to the bed to account for its swing.

Always remember to take these measurements to see if your bedroom passes this initial ‘test’. If it doesn’t, it’s a clear sign to opt for a smaller bed size – a super single bed, perhaps?

For most of us, bedrooms are not solely for sleeping – think wardrobes, study tables, dressers or a simple armchair to relax in. While a large bed would probably take up a bulk of your floor space, you will still need to take into account some key functional elements.

Consider shifting your bed to the side to leave more floor space for a table or wardrobe. Or, add storage space by building a platform bed with cubbies underneath and using floating shelves to make the most of unused wall space. If walking space is a concern, opt for sliding cabinetry instead to maximize every inch you’ve got.

The key is making the bed the focus of the room – and incorporating other essential pieces around it. Skip out on loose, unnecessary furniture – it’ll clog up your limited space both physically and visually.

Depending on the size of the room, you may need to opt out of getting a headboard for your bed frame.

The headboard adds bulk to the frame and makes tiny rooms appear unnecessarily smaller. Opt instead for a divan without a headboard or a box base to prop up and support your mattress. These take up less visual space and are just as sturdy.

If you can’t do without a headboard, consider getting a modified one that has multiple uses, such as a storage ledge or wall niche for displaying your art or storing night-time reading materials. Alternatively, fake one out using a wallpaper or painted ‘headboard’ on your walls!

On a related note, while a headboard can be skipped, a bed frame is often necessary for a bedroom. Large, bulky frames however, are a no-no in small rooms.

Your small bedroom would instead benefit from a slimmer, sleeker bed frame. Also, where possible, do choose taller, modest but sturdy, slanted or angled legs to lift the bed above the ground. The space or clearing gives a smaller room an ‘opened’ look.

Next, it’s all about aesthetic tricks to visually open up your tiny bedroom. Darker colours tend to condense an already small space. Thus, when choosing your bedsheets, duvets or other coverlets, opt for light, warm and neutral hues, without heavy or large printing.

Your sheets don’t have to be plain or single-coloured though. Try delicate prints against a lighter background and match warm neutrals with gentle pastels or pops of vibrant hues.

It pays to be simple in this case. Additional bedding materials like bed skirts and dust ruffles may add to a bed’s ‘plush and comfy’ factor, but they can also swallow up your bedroom. So, avoid anything overly fluffy, textured, printed or in a heavy material, and go for clean-cut, minimalist threads in light natural materials like linen and cotton for a bright, breezy look.

To do this, you’ll need to keep the position of your bed in the middle of the room. Since your bed is the biggest piece of furniture, especially if you’re packing a queen sized bed frame, you should give it the right amount of space to make it shine. Then, you can decorate around it in a way that makes sense and help brings the room together.

Painting your walls in a lighter shade will make your bedroom seem bigger.

Light rose colour, shades of white, or light grey can make your room feel open, fresh, and bright. However, do not be hesitate to go for darker shade if that’s what you prefer; for example, dark shades of blue or grey can make your bedroom feel more chic and intimate. If you’re going for dark shades, do consider how much natural light can enter your room.

Get those curtains to reach the ceiling as it will direct the eyes upward when entering your room, creating an illusion of height. Select curtains that extend to the floor even when installed or mounted at ceiling height. To let in more natural light in the morning but shield your room from the sun in the afternoon, opt for double layer curtains with very thin layer of sheer curtains and another layer of blackout curtains.

It will give the space a larger feel than its actual size. Moreover, make sure to pick a bedspread that does not divert the eye with excessively detailed patterns.

If you’re looking for a furniture shop in Petaling Jaya that offers the best quality furniture yet is affordably priced, why not give Ruma Home a try?

Our internal teams of designers have made sure that every piece of furniture, including our single sofa seater, is fit for any home design that Malaysians love. You’ll also see the great quality and design features of our furniture from the look of a professional interior designer!

Browse our wide range of furniture on our website and enjoy our 14-day satisfaction guarantee policy!