Have a small but cozy bedroom by using these 12 projects that aim to maximize available space

When you live in a small apartment, furnishing a bedroom so that it is functional and welcoming at the same time can turn into a truly difficult challenge. In small rooms, it is necessary to utilize all the available space in order to store all our things without giving up comfort and accessibility.

So what is the best way to make a small room seem larger? Well, make use of all the space available to you, including the area under your bed and the walls (up to the ceiling), use curtains to create depth, replace your headboard with one that has space for storage. Choose wall shelves instead of traditional wardrobes and go for white paint and light colors to give greater depth to your spaces. Finally, don't forget the lighting: a well-lit room will immediately seem more spacious than a dimly lit room.

Below we suggest 12 projects for furnishing small rooms, maximizing the space available to you:

1. Space-saving bedside tables and headboard

Replace bedside tables and the headboard with practical shelves to store books and other useful objects.

2. Closet under the bed

What if your closet was under your bed? A high-standing bed will allow you to make the most of the space underneath with retractable drawers or by creating a handy wardrobe by lifting up the bed's base.

3. Vanity area for small spaces

Don't give up on your vanity/makeup area: even if your room is small, you can still have one with a mirror and narrow wall shelves. A folding chair that you can hang on the wall will complete your vanity corner without taking up space when not in use.

4. Hideaway bed in a studio apartment

Create a private "nest" for yourself even if you live in a studio apartment: using tall bookcases and curtains is the perfect way to hide away your bed.

5. A small but spacious room

The space free at high level can be used to store bulky objects and/or linen. Above doors and windows, for example, you can install practical shelving.

6. Bunk bed for a small room

A bunk bed will allow you to create a small study area or an area for playing and relaxing under it.

7. A narrow room with everything you need

A raised bed above a chest of drawers and a small desk instead of a bedside table will allow you to have everything you need available even in a small, narrow room.

8. A small, basic bedroom

A curtain and a mezzanine platform are enough to create a bedroom with everything you need, even in a studio apartment.

9. Wall closet in a small bedroom

Transform your walls into an open closet and your room will immediately seem much larger. And you'll even make space for a desk.

10. Foldaway bed

Living room shelving during the day and a bed at night: simply flip the panel to change the use.

11. A small but stylish room

Practical bedside tables, shelves for ornaments and creative painting: all these will add a touch of style to your small bedroom.

12. Ceiling bed

Finally, how about a ceiling-stored bed, which leaves room for the sofa during the day? Perfect for small lofts and studio apartments, it will allow you to make the most of the space at your disposal.

How do you furnish small rooms?