Styling your guest bedroom

Styling your guest bedroom

When it’s time to style your guest bedroom, there are many considerations to keep in mind. Above all, you want it to be a comfortable place for visitors to rest, but you should also think about how you’ll use it when you don’t have guests in your home.

Below, you’ll find five design ideas for styling your spare bedroom. Whether you’re constantly hosting guests or you only welcome people on occasion, check out the following tips for guidance on how to make your bedroom the perfect place for your loved ones to recharge.

Stick with a simple theme or colour palette

Over the years, your guest room will likely accommodate many different types of guests, from grandchildren to cousins to friends. Therefore, you want to make sure that the decor can suit all of these various groups. One of the top ways to do that is by choosing a basic theme.

There’s no need to go over the top with on-trend colours and accessories (you can save that for your private spaces). Instead, opt for neutral tones or classic themes, like coastal or garden-inspired styles.

Make it a versatile space

Most of the time, you probably won’t have guests staying in your spare room. During these vacant periods, you should be able to use your guest room in other ways, as a home office or storage space, for example.

If you plan on turning your extra bedroom into an office, make sure it has everything you need to work efficiently. Invest in a reliable desk, chair, lighting, and anything else you require for work. Alternatively, if you choose to use your spare room for storage, invest in smart storage solutions so your room doesn’t become overwhelmed with clutter.

Keep it well-lit

Your visitors don’t want to stay in a dark and cavernous room — especially if they’re on holiday. When styling your guest bedroom, try to ensure that there’s plenty of natural and artificial light to keep your space feeling bright and airy.

So what type of light fixtures should you buy for your spare room? For starters, you can’t go wrong with a sturdy bedside table lamp. Not only are they convenient for your guest while they’re lying in bed, but they also allow your visitors to stay up late or get up early without disturbing others in the house. It’s a big bonus for out-of-town guests who are struggling with jet lag.

Add welcoming touches

Although you aren’t exactly running a bed and breakfast, it’s still a good idea to have a few basic items available for your guests. By making things like towels and blankets easily accessible, they won’t feel like a burden asking you for something that they may need.

For bonus points, you could even offer travel-sized toiletries, fresh flowers, or a handwritten note to welcome your visitors. They’re small touches, but they’ll mean a lot to your loved ones — especially if they’ve travelled long distances to see you.

If you’re moving house soon, it’s a good idea to work with a professional property styling firm that understands interior design and how to appropriately style every room in your home.

At Pabs, we provide home staging and property styling services to homeowners across Australia. Learn more or book a consultation today by calling 1800 20 10 20 or visiting the Pabs website.