A narrow bedroom can be difficult to work with as this space traditionally calls for multiple pieces of furniture, such as nightstands on both sides of a bed and a dresser or armoire that may be difficult to squeeze in comfortably. This shape of room can also be difficult to work with design-wise as extra-long walls on two sides can feel endless and may lack visual interest. The good news is, there are plenty of ways to make the most of an oddly shaped, small bedroom without embarking on a major project. Here are six narrow bedroom ideas to inspire a more design-centric, functional retreat.
Play With Color
Paint both of your smaller walls a darker shade than the longer ones. The painted walls will appear as if they are coming closer, and the room will feel more square and proportional instead of the narrow rectangle it actually is.
a black and white narrow Scandinavian bedroom with a bed squeezed in, a shelf, some decor and black and white bedding
a bright boho bedroom with a stained bed, a bold rug, a desk, a chair, a table, potted plants and some wood
a bright narrow bedroom with open storage compartments, a wardrobe, a forged bed with bright bedding, a potted plant and a windowsill daybed
a catchy and contrasting bedroom with a ledge with artwork and books, a bed with contrasting bedding, nightstands and a black lamp
a chic modern bedroom with a black accent wall, a bed with neutral bedding, a bench with books and a chandelier
a cozy boho bedroom with a bed, a shelf with decor, a chair with faux fur and a pouf plus a lot of boho decor
a cozy small bedroom with stained nightstands, a bed with neutral bedding, a bench, some pink blankets and pillows
a cozy small boho bedroom with a ledge with decor and lamps, a bed with neutral bedding, built-in nightstands and a printed rug
a dramatic and small bedroom with dark walls and a ceiling, dark and chic furniture, a cluster chandelier and a gallery wall
a grey narrow bedroom with a small bed, a crate for storage and gallery walls and a pendant lamp
Optimize The Storage
The bed and the space underneath is your secret weapon in terms of maximizing storage space in a narrow room. Investing in a bed that comes equipped with storage drawers can do wonders in terms of clearing out clutter and helping you get organized. You can also simply purchase some storage bins to slide under an existing bed frame if it’s high enough.
a lively bedroom with a green wall, a black bed, neutral and printed bedding, a bench, a woven chest and woven pendant lamp
a minimal bedroom with a daybed, a bed with neutral bedding, a nightstand, a bench and a sconce is welcoming
a modern boho bedroom with a greige accent wall that features niches as nightstands, a bed and some decor and arrangements
a modern narrow bedroom with a bed with printed bedding, mismatching nightstands, potted plants, a gallery wall and a dresser
a narrow bedroom in boho style, with a bed with neutral bedding, black stools, potted plants, a crystal chandelier and a bold boho rug
a narrow bedroom in greys, built-in shelves, potted plants and blooms, a bed with neutral bedding and sconces
a narrow bedroom in neutrals and black, with a black sign, a pendant lamp and a black pouf is a cool idea
a narrow bedroom with a bed and bright bedding, nightstands with lamps, a stool and a striped rug
a narrow bedroom with a bed and printed bedding, mauve curtains, a rug, a green cabinet and potted plants and books
a narrow bedroom with a reclaimed wood headboard as a nightstand, wooden beams, a chair, a table with books
Clever Nightstands
If there’s literally no space for a nightstand, you may use a windowsill, make a tiny floating shelf or just a storage headboard and attach some sconces to the wall. A stool or a nightstand can also double as a nightstand, and it will look great.
a narrow bedroom with black walls and white paneling,a bed, a rattan stool, some decor and potted plants
a narrow grey bedroom with a bed with printed bedding, a narrow and tall bookshelf, grey drapes, a printed rug, a wall-mounted desk and a white chair
a narrow light-filled bedroom with a dresser, a bed with neutral bedding, pendant lamps and a nightstand with some decor
a narrow neutral bedroom with a ledge, a bed with storage, a nightstand and a wardrobe, some decor
a narrow Scandinavian bedroom with a bed, a windowsill as a storage unit, a stool as a nightstand and some decor
a narrow Scandinavian bedroom with a bed, black sconces and a black chair, some greenery and an artwork
a neutral narrow bedroom with a bed, matchign nightstands, a fluffy rug, a pendant lamp and a dresser
a neutral narrow bedroom with a bed, some art, potted plants and a pendant lamp is a cool guest bedroom
a neutral narrow bedroom with a large bed, neutral bedding, potted plants and a black pendant lamp
a neutral narrow bedroom with built-in shelves at the headboard, a bed with black and white bedding, a chandelier and some bright decor
a neutral narrow bedroom with molding, a bed with muted color bedding, a couple of nightstands and sconces
Go For Gallery Walls
Break up long walls with clusters of artwork or decor to create visual interest. However, you’ll want to avoid installing a series of frames hung side by side that are all the same color, size, and material in favor of a more well-collected look.
a pretty boho bedroom with a shelving unit, a bed with mustard and rust bedding, a basket with pillows, a jute rug and a chair
a refined small bedroom with a bed with a can headboard and neutral bedding, elegant nightstands and lamps and amazing green curtains
a Scandinavian bedroom with a bed and printed bedding, a woven bedside table, some shelves, a chandelier and some plants
a simple and stylish small bedroom with a bed, mismatching nightstands, a dresser, a woven pendant lamp and grey curtains
a small and narrow bedroom with a light-stained bed and neutral bedding, nightstands with lamps and a beaded chandelier
a small and narrow bedroom with a white bed, pink and printed bedding, a single nightstand and some potted plants
a small and narrow modern bedroom with black and white walls, a neutral bed with catchy bedding, leather stools
a small and narrow neutral bedroom with a bed with light green bedding, a nightstand with a lamp and neutral drapes for peaceful sleeping
a small bedroom in blues, with a platform bed, a dresser, a shabby chic vanity, a pink pouf and some lamps and art
a small bedroom with a shelving unit, a bed with printed bedding, a brass floor lamp and some potted plants
a small contemporary bedroom with a brick wall, a white bed and dresser, pendant lamps and catchy bedding
a small eclectic bedroom with a wooden bed, black pendant lamps, catchy printed textiles and a cool artwork with a touch of Asia
a tiny bedroom enlargened with a neutral color scheme, a mirror and several windows and feels welcoming
a tiny bedroom in white, with only a bed squuzed in, black and white bedding, niche shelves with decor, an artwork and a sconce
a tiny bedroom made large with a ledge that widens it and a neutral color scheme that makes it visually bigger
a tiny bedroom with a bed with a rust blanket, a box with blankets, a shelving unit and some decor will do as a guest bedroom or even a kid's room
a tiny bedroom with a stained accent wall, a bed with neutral bedding, a bench, a couple of lamps and a window
a tiny Scandinavian bedroom with black sconces, a black chair and a bed with comfy bedding
a welcoming small bedroom with a bed and printed bedding, a stained desk and a chair, a table lamp, a gallery wall
a white narrow bedroom with a porthole window, a bed with neutral bedding, a narrow nightstand at the headboard and a radiator
an airy and welcoming small bedroom in white, with white furniture, a tiny bench, a nightstand and a daybed by the window