Ideally, a bedroom ought to be a unwinding retreat. too bad they’re just as likely to be part dressing room, part work area and part extra storage! and when you’re living in a small space, it’s even harder to create a room that feels spacious and uncluttered. Luckily, we have a few suggestions to help you streamline your space. maybe you can have that personal haven after all!

1. use paint to create the illusion of an alcove. A coat of high-contrast paint visually separates the bed from the rest of the room, creating the illusion of a cosy sleeping nook that feels removed from the rest of the space.

2. replace your nightstand with a floor lamp. You don’t have to be obsessed with minimalism to see the charm in a streamlined look. Ditch your bedside table and table lamp in favour of a floor lamp to totally free up precious space without losing the light. now there’s a bright idea!

3. reconsider your dresser. missing your nightstand? If you can’t do without bedside storage, simply slide your dresser next to the bed for a spot to stash your nighttime read.