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Design ideas for a small bedroom

6 years ago

I wanted some ideas for my very small bedroom. This is the best way for the furniture to be (we tried all options). I am also changing the hardware to satin brass. I need help with appropriate lamps, art above my headboard, how to place the artwork (straight across or on a curve), how to decorate the dresser, bedding too. Any ideas will be helpful!!! Thank you!

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  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Yes the Pier one is very nice...have you shopped on a Hayneedle?

  • 6 years ago

    Courage! One thing I learned from do it yourself Design.
    Add an accent color in 3 places in the room; it is so easy to just keep
    Matching things....so find an accent color you like in the room, as in flowers, art, lamps, lamp shades, pillows, accent chair and put in the room in 3 items. It makes it fun!

  • 6 years ago

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  • 6 years ago

    I know what you’re saying about both pier one and the hardware. It’s a risk for sure. I found this dresser. I think this is it. Does this go with casual contemporary?

  • 6 years ago

    This dresser

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Good morning!

    the dresser from Joss & Main looks great..I read the reviews they are 5 star! Color is beautiful.

  • 6 years ago

    Ok great! Because i stopped messing around and bought it.
    I am so indecisive. Reviews good. So is the price!!
    Whah look is this? Contemporary casual I hope lol.

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    It will fit in that design..... the dresser is a modern design but the wood color will work nice to give the organic element and warmth in the room...it also works well in modern farmhouse.....you are a bit eclectic but I will help you pull it all together..no worries👍🏻😉☺️

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    I did see some of the reviews say it is darker than in picture..are you ok with that?hmm I know you wanted lite wood..

  • 6 years ago

    Hi! Yes i am okay with that. I think it will be okay.

  • 6 years ago

    Thanks for looking out !

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Good it really is beautiful the grain on it will be so pretty!

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Any find for a new bed?

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Do you like DIY projects?

    have an idea..💡

  • 6 years ago

    I love DIY! What do you have in mind?

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Making a slipcover for your headboard it is so easy than you can make it flat no buttons....and just adding a platform.. just a platform in wood...



  • 6 years ago

    Ok my nightstand came in and I didn’t realize how wide it is. 😬. I like them but wish they were not so wide.
    I put the lamp on it just to see how it looks. I know wall lights were discussed but i kinda like it on the nightstand. I’m not sure i want a flat headboard anymore either. I’m thinking of keeping mine now because it goes with the lamp and nightstand.
    I’m
    Sorry i change my mind a lot.

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    You bought night stands? Girl what are you doing..

  • PRO
    6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    You said you wanted to not make anymore mistakes..I am here to help...do that match the dresser? I am so confused

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    They are dark wood?

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    If you remove your dresser..you could just have the two big nightstands...I was thinking you where keeping the small grey and gold side table and adding the wood dresser...you can’t fit a big dresser and big nightstand...


  • 6 years ago

    I returned the little gold nightstand. I didn’t love it. So i got this brown end table instead on Joss and main. My plan is to get the matching dresser too but i just wanted to see if i liked the end tables style and color first. The dresser is 59 inches long. It was One of the smaller dressers i found.
    I decided not to get the pier 1 one after you said they aren’t doing well. I’m glad i listened to that bc the next day they announced they will be closing all stores.

  • 6 years ago

    So my post with the big lamp on the end table was me asking if the lamp goes with the end table. I love the lamp and want them to be the first thing you see when u walk in the room.

  • 6 years ago

    I put the lamp on there just for show and i think i like them there now 😫😫😬

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    everything you showed was light colored wood for a serene organic look..I think that nightstand is too dark..does another one even fit on the other side?

  • 6 years ago

    Your right. I hate myself. I really want to find a dresser less than 60 inches. I’m ripping my hair out.

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Corky..take a deep breath...honestly I have been doing design for 30 years...you need to trust the process..and each element is important to the next...I was worried about the joss & Main dresser it looked too dark...I tried to tell you without being to pushy...are you willing to start over and send the nightstand back..did you order two?

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Take a few minutes to look at bedroom images on Houzz photos that you love..find one and we can work together to create the look..but you have to realize the size of your bedroom will be important to consider...

  • 6 years ago

    Corky I really like the dresser you bought. But if it doesn't go with the overall plan then it won't work. As a stand alone item though I do like it. I also get what you mean about the lamp and quite like it too. I'm obviously not a designer but the little night stand looked little and not substantial to me. It was very pretty but I see why you didn't love it. I think everything that HIWE put together looks great as a whole. But you have to love it too in its entirety. If the night stand wasn't ideal then there might be others that wow you more?

  • 6 years ago

    Hi Corky,...I follow Julie on Houzz and from my own experiences she is awesome! She has helped me with a few rooms and they are beautiful thanks to her. Please take her advice she knows what she’s doing. Sometimes it’s hard to visualize for me anyway a piece at a time but it will come together. Good Luck😊

  • 6 years ago

    Corky, I think you're just wanting to get this finished and you're rushing yourself a bit. I really think you need to take HIWE's suggestion and get two larger nightstands with drawers to take the place of a dresser. Then, if you still need a dresser, consider going a bit taller than wider. Something like this is only 32" wide and would be easier to maneuver around.


  • 6 years ago

    Thank you! And Julie i totally trust u. And i appreciate that you are helping and getting back to me so quickly. I’ve been so stressed with this room and i agree I’m rushing too. My husband tells me to chill but it tough. I really should wait for things to open. I didn’t think the color would be as dark as it was on the joss and main dresser and I’m sorry. It’s going back.

  • 6 years ago

    https://www.1stopbedrooms.com/cambeck-white-wash-dresser-b192-31

    Is this furniture color and style better? Am i staying on track? The measurements seem better than the joss and main dresser. The end table isn’t as large.

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    I found this today if you are doing a dresser and small! side tables


  • PRO
    6 years ago

    But I go back to doing two big chests center bed do big lamps...I think it will achieve the look you want..you will have the same amount if drawers as a dresser!

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Thanks all my Houzz friends for you kind words and support for what I do!!🥰🥰🥰

  • 6 years ago

    I like that dresser too Julie.
    What do you think about this dresser? It’s a little smaller than the one u showed me.

    https://www.ashleyfurniture.com/p/cambeck-dresser/B192-31.html?cgid=dressers#start=97&sz=16&gridOffset=[2,2]

  • 6 years ago

    Not a pro, but I agree with Julie too. If your room entrance is by the wall that currently has the dresser, I'd get rid of it and switch to wider bedside chests. That way when you walk it, you see the bed centered on the wall flanked by 2 chests. Either lamps on chest with a nice piece of art over bed or or plug in sconces above your headboard and then some art over the chest that isn't under the window. It would be so pretty to walk into your room and see either vignette. I also think you'd have the same amount of drawer space.

  • 6 years ago

    I agree with Julie too. She has been helping me tremendously and it so patient. I’d stop responding to me if i were her bc i am super annoying and indecisive. I’m grateful for her.
    I know the two chest option is the best, but not necessarily practical for me (if that makes sense). I hate clutter and donate things all the time, but storage is never enough for us. We live in a tiny 1000 square foot house with limited storage. The dresser doesn’t have all clothes in it. My side of the dresser has things you wouldn’t normally find in dresser. We got custom closets made last year which fit our clothes for the most part. Since storage is rough, i am trying to find a smaller dresser to which is not easy either. I am also looking for small night stands and still stay within my theme. Also the wall with the dresser is in bad shape. It’s old and not smooth. Looks like it was repaired a million times and u can see the patches were it was repaired. I hate it.
    So to make the best out of this situ, i think i need that small dresser. 😐😫

  • 6 years ago

    I forgot to say the mirror and dresser hide the wall imperfections.
    is the dresser from Ashley okay? Or no? It’s also driving me nuts nothing is open here in NY. Maybe i should take a break from this? Sorry all! I appreciate your help!!!!!

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Corky coukd you give me the measurements from under that window sill to floor..if you do big chests they need to fit under that area...just in case We all talk you into two side chests.😉

  • 6 years ago

    Space and storage is hard. I've lived in less than 1300sq ft with 4 people (2 kids worth of stuff included) for the last 15 years. You have to be strategic with storage. Splurge on a hydraulic storage bed (C&B or West Elm) or get a regular bed that is a high platform and make use of nice storage containers underneath (a nice tailored bedskirt can hide a lot). The typical storage beds have drawers that are shallow and do not hold that much actually.

    I'm guessing that if you have custom closets, that you own and don't rent? Invest in the right pieces and it's worth it in the long run.

  • 6 years ago

    Yes we have two little kids too. It’s not easy with the storage.
    Yes we own a home.
    My bed skirt is hideous. Julie was trying to help me find a panel bed with storage. :) that’s next on my list.
    So the dresser below: yes or no? (Not crazy about the hardware, but i like the gray wash color).

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    Please just take a day to really think about getting two chests 3 drawers each same as a dresser ...I will check in tomorrow

  • 6 years ago

    Not a Pro.

    I am with @Home Interiors with Ease on this. Two chests in the room would make better sense.

    Measure out the dresser and how much storage it will give you.......and then Take the time to measure two Chests and see the space it provides for your storage.


    I may be wrong here, because I am not sure of your measurements, but You say you want storage under the bed, how will you use it if there is a dresser in the way.


    Maybe someone can come and do a mock up for you, so you can see the two chests placed in the room.

  • 6 years ago

    I agree that two chests as nightstands could provide more storage. We replaced a 5 drawer dresser with two chests as nightstands and ended up with lots of extra drawer space. I’ve attached an old photo as I don’t have a current one I can take at the moment.


  • 6 years ago

    Not a Pro.

    Some more storage ideas.... you mentioned you needed to keep stuff near by that you would not normal put in Dresser.



    Everyday Home Bedside Organizer, Black With White Trim · More Info

    " The Everyday Home Bedside Organizer has a slide in support that fits securely between your mattress and box spring and hangs on the side of your bed to keep just about everything you need within an arm's reach. Features six storage pockets - three deep pockets and three mesh pockets to hold all your essentials. Never again will you have to get out of bed to reach a tissue, television remote, books, magazines, flashlights, medications, accessories and more. When not in use, the caddy collapses for storage. This organizer is perfect for rooms where storage is limited. "

  • 6 years ago

    Thank you all for your ideas and support. Especially you, Julie. I cannot thank you enough for your ideas and PATIENCE with me. The back and forth has been going on for weeks and u have always been genuinely eager to help me. I thought about the chests and everyone’s right, it’s the best option for my small room. I’m big on symmetry too, so that’s the best option with that as well. Everything will be centered which makes me happy.
    With that being said, i want to check out Home Goods, Ashley, and a few other furniture stores so I can see the chests in person. However, nothing is open on Long island where i live, and we aren’t even in phase one yet 😢. I’ve been quarantined for weeks with two little kids, driving myself insane with my room. I have also been driving Julie insane too I’m sure which I feel bad about. So i am going to give my room a break for now until I can see some three drawer chests in person. Julie, we spoke about this before and i scrolled up to see the old comments. I will need two chests 32 inches or less...so now I will know what to look for. I want my furniture to be light or a gray wash. Once I find one, of course I will consult with Julie and the rest of my houzz buds. Thank you so much for everything this far!!!!😉

  • PRO
    6 years ago

    That is wonder that you are going with two chest! The other measurement that is important is the height..it needs to fit under that right window...looking forward to helping you in the future!

  • 6 years ago

    I think you're going to be so much happier. I have a guest room that's JUST too small for a dresser, and I'm going to be using 3 drawer chests in there as well so folks can have a spot to unpack a suitcase. I contemplated putting a small dresser in the closet, but the small chests just make so much more sense.


    Take some time to enjoy your family this holiday weekend. Grill some burgers and make some lemonade and enjoy your long weekend!