How to Add Storage Without Losing Style in Small Bedrooms

If you like an aesthetically appealing space, the words “storage solution” might raise a red flag. So many organizers and bins look perfect among hundreds of other containers in the store. But when we get them home, they drag the design down.

Today, we’re pretending plastic storage drawers don’t exist. We’re not donating half of our stuff, and if “buy a smaller dresser” was enough of a solution, we wouldn’t be here right now. Keep reading for fashion-forward advice on adding storage to small bedrooms. 

Small bedroom storage ideas that won’t cramp your style

Go ahead and keep the under-bed organizers right where they are. Everything else demands a solution that elevates the look of your small bedroom.  

Swap headboards for built-ins

Built-ins and custom consoles add real value to a room, and we’re not just talking aesthetics. They’re an architectural feature that can permanently erase certain types of clutter for total efficiency and better-quality rest.

Add built-ins in place of a headboard and style them to your satisfaction. This one solution turns small bedrooms into the personalized sanctuaries they’re meant to be. 

Floating shelves

Multiple nightstands take up too much floor space, as do the shelving units from big box stores. Get off the ground and install floating shelves for all of your favorite belongings. Plants, journals, photos, scented candles, mementos, and more all find a space here.

Some tips for styling your shelves:

• Create two to three groups of items per shelf
• Each group should mix items of varying heights
• Leave a little space between each group of objects

Multifunctional furniture

Bed rest benches and ottomans with storage are worthy investments for small spaces. From there, consider modifying existing furniture to suit dual purposes. For example, a combination desk/vanity or vanity/dresser.

If you want to buy new furniture, check out headboards with lights that save space on the nightstand. Daybeds and recliners that convert into extra sleeping space also add more function while remaining stylish. 

Curate an open closet

If you’ve eliminated your dresser, moved it inside a reach-in closet, or just have too many clothes for too little closet, try this. Open closets let you dedicate available space to presenting and organizing your most-loved wearables. 

There are limitless style options available for this concept. Choose a minimal rolling wardrobe, or dream bigger. No rule exists stating that a closet organization system must go inside an actual closet. Consoles with shelves, drawers, and hanging space can triple storage, keep bedrooms fully organized, and can be custom-built to your style specifications.

Drawer dividers

Similar to under-bed storage, widely available drawer dividers and organizers still pull their weight without hurting aesthetics. 

Drawer dividers enable vertical folding, a strategy that’ll easily double space. They also keep garments in place, so they don’t slide around and create a messy, space-hogging tangle in drawers.

Baskets

Finally, baskets are a low-stakes solution to the little things that clutter a small bedroom. Device chargers, meds, hand cream, a piece of knitting in progress–it’s a decorative way to catch it all.

Place one or two near the most heavily trafficked areas to store what doesn’t seem to have a true home.

Custom organization and stylish storage for small bedrooms

A professional can design and fabricate storage to meet your specific needs and taste. Let The Designery give you a small bedroom storage makeover. Choose from built-in cabinetry with drawers, customizable hanging storage, and more. We even have organizational accessories that won’t interfere with your aesthetic. 

Reach-in, walk-in, open, or built-in, we’re here to help. Speak to a designer during a complimentary consultation to learn more.