Interior of a small bedroom 12 sq. m: choice of style and ideas for selecting furniture and zoning

Photo: cozyblog.ru Don’t know what to grab while renovating a bedroom on a modest 12 sq.m.? Still it seems that this is not enough to give your imagination full play? But such bedrooms are not uncommon, especially among the layouts of typical high-rise buildings. We accept the challenge and are ready to help you find some interesting solutions for their implementation!

Color palette for the bedroom

Poorly chosen shades will visually reduce an already modest-sized room. For this reason, in creating the design of a small bedroom of 12 sq. It is of great importance what color scheme will be chosen for the interior.

It is better to avoid bright, flashy colors. Whether to use warm or cool colors depends on the level of lighting in the room. For bedrooms located on the sunny side, it is recommended to choose cool shades. If there is not enough natural light entering the room, preference is given to a warm palette.

Unlike the living room, the bedroom serves for complete rest. Therefore, a calm palette is appropriate. The following colors are best suited:

• beige;
• lactic;
• sand;
• vanilla;
• blue;
• pistachio;
• lavender;
• light gray;
• peach

But this does not mean that bright colors should be abandoned altogether. Deep rich colors - coffee, purple, violet, aquamarine, pine, wenge can be used as accents.

Expert opinion

Olga Kovalenko

Since 2010 I have been engaged in interior design and architectural design.

The palette depends on the style of the interior. Each of them has certain shades, which should be taken into account when creating a design project.

Finishes and materials

It is not so easy for a “non-specialist” to select the necessary building and finishing materials to improve the design, but if the choice is made correctly, the result will please you, and each element of furniture will find its place.

Due to the correct layout and suitable finishing, the space will become more spacious and brighter.

An indispensable element in any bedroom is the bed, which defines the space of the rest of the room.

There are no restrictions when choosing materials for decorating a small room. The main requirements for them are strength and safety. Moreover, all landscaping work will not require significant financial costs.

Floor

Depending on where the floor is installed, different materials can be used.

1. Natural wood parquet has always been one of the most expensive, beautiful and durable floor coverings. For a small room, light-colored woods are suitable, but it is important to choose a board of small sizes - it visually enlarges the space and decorates it. The “English Christmas tree”, one of the most common layouts, copes with this task perfectly.
2. For flooring, you can use light-colored laminate, which experts also recommend laying out in a herringbone pattern or horizontal stripes, which visually make the room wider.
3. Self-leveling floors with a reflective effect can be considered a good choice.
4. If the floors have already been laid and it is impossible to change them, you can use light-colored carpet.

The bed can be distinguished by its unusual design and set the mood of the whole room.

Walls

Decorating the walls in a small room can visually expand the space or, conversely, visually “compress” it and create the impression of “overhanging” walls, as if pressing down to the floor.

To fill the room with light and space, when decorating the walls you need to give preference to light colors: beige, soft pink, light green, apricot, light blue. White or slightly grayish, cream remains relevant. At the same time, do not forget: if the sun’s rays rarely penetrate into the room, you need to choose “warm” tones, for those flooded with light - “cold”. In addition, cold colors visually move objects away from each other, while warm colors bring them closer together.

The arrangement of the bedroom begins with the location of the bed and the classic solution is to install its headboard against one of the walls.

Many options can be used to decorate walls, from the most budgetary to the most expensive:

• light painting and decorative plaster will make the ceilings higher and the room more spacious;
• combining materials of different colors and textures will help expand or “shorten” the space;
• wall panels in light colors; however, it is worth understanding that their installation will actually reduce the living area.

Decorating one mirrored wall can almost double the visual size of a room.

To lengthen the room, the opposite wall should be painted in a cooler, lighter shade.

Small interiors are quite a challenge to organize space.

Ceiling

The big problem of a small room is not only a very low, but also a very high ceiling. It is generally accepted that high ceilings are a blessing, but only when they are installed in large areas. But if the area is small and does not exceed 12 square meters, it will create a feeling of lack of comfort and being in a deep well. Such well rooms are most often found in old houses.

You can “lower” it with the help of a suspended ceiling, and the glossy surface will visually increase the space. Lamps must be mounted below its level on the wall. Chandeliers and modern “closed” type lamps with adjustable cord length are appropriate when the bright light does not “hit” the eyes.

A small bedroom that is suitably designed should meet all the requirements of a full room with limited space.

However, most small rooms have low ceilings, which can be “raised” in several ways:

• painting;
• decorative plaster;
• installation of thin drywall;
• mirror finish;
• special light ceilings and photo wallpapers with perspective images.

Door selection

Whether or not a small room will be free depends on how well thought out the installation of the door is. To save an already small space, you can install swing doors that open outward, the leaf of which is decorated with glass or mirror inserts.

In order for the interior to be more than just a space for sleeping, you should add a little stylistic taste to its arrangement.

If there is such an opportunity in a small room, you can install so-called hidden doors, as well as sliding doors, which significantly save space. A sliding door will be a rational answer to questions regarding unloading and optimizing free space. In addition, they look stylish and are also different:

• versatility, as they harmonize with any design solution;
• compact, but it is not cheap.

Accordion doors are also suitable for installation.

Modern design styles

For a small room it is better not to choose classics, since such a solution requires space. A suitable option is to design your bedroom in a modern style. A small number of objects and lighting devices are used in this direction.

Provence

Provence - rustic French style. It evokes associations of provincial life, and therefore is ideal for a small bedroom.

There are few design rules in this style. It is enough to use a pastel palette, aged furniture, natural materials and floral motifs. The room will look cozy.

Contemporary

A room in a contemporary style has it all - convenience, accessibility and functionality. Bedrooms with such interiors are characterized by laconic decoration. The use of modular and transformable furniture is encouraged.

As decoration, you can hang 1-2 paintings, for example, with images of city landscapes. House plants also look appropriate in a contemporary interior.

Loft

Initially, this modern style was used for industrial premises converted into residential ones. Such spaces are characterized by the presence of ceilings with a height of 2.5-2.7 m. However, in a slightly modified version, the loft can be successfully recreated in the interior of a 12 sq. m bedroom. m in an ordinary city apartment.

To create a loft, a minimum of finishing is used. As a rule, concrete and brick walls are left in their original form. It is better to make the floor plank. The room should look as if it has become a temporary refuge for a free creator. Decorative delights are not welcome. But you can use metal (especially chrome) and glass.

Expert opinion

Olga Kovalenko

Since 2010 I have been engaged in interior design and architectural design.

Loft is a brutal style that is not suitable for everyone. Only creative individuals who value freedom and the absence of rules will feel comfortable in such a bedroom.

Scandinavian style

A small room in a Scandinavian style looks spacious, bright and cozy. This solution welcomes neutral pastel finishes and high-quality wooden furniture. Contrast will be created by bright accents such as bed linen made of natural textiles or a painting depicting a picturesque mountain landscape. You can use live plants as decoration.

Minimalism

For a small bedroom, minimalism is one of the best options. There is nothing superfluous in this style: all objects in the room perform one or another practical function. Furniture is selected that saves space as much as possible. The color scheme is neutral.

Such an interior may seem poor. For this reason, it is necessary to approach its arrangement rationally and use only expensive, prestigious materials.

Japanese style

In the oriental interior, minimalism is combined with sophistication. The main thing here is the use of predominantly natural materials. Residents of the Land of the Rising Sun value closeness to nature and comfort.

The bedroom should be discreet - it does not require abundant ornate decor, a large number of things and furniture. Simple geometric shapes and a neutral, warm palette are used. You can choose red as an accent color. Photo wallpaper with sakura or hieroglyphs will look great on one of the walls.

Shabby chic

This is a gentle style that is suitable for romantic bedrooms. The room will turn out to be intentionally casual, a little pretentious, but very comfortable and cozy. All pastel shades are suitable for shabby chic. They should be used not only for decoration, but also for furniture - it should be light, as if bleached by the sun.

This style also uses antique or artificially aged items, natural textiles with images of flowers (especially roses), birds, and angels. Forged decor is perfect, for example, bedside sconces, framed mirrors, candlesticks, as well as wicker items like rocking chairs.

Narrow bedroom decor

You can use many different design methods:

• Tile. By itself, it doesn’t fit anywhere, but if you buy a new product (one that changes color when touched), you can fit it into the interior as a decoration. It is advisable to make a patterned panel or mosaic.
• Photo wallpaper. Visually expand the space. It is better to choose a landscape with oaks or birches, with waterfalls or the sea. You can purchase an interesting abstraction or geometric pattern, where square elements will be intertwined with other shapes.
• Mirror. It should be large and spectacular, expanding the space. Ideal length to the ceiling with interesting elements (like laser engraving).
• Graffiti. New trend in the interior. You can do it yourself, hire an artist, buy a stencil or a ready-made drawing. The main thing is that it fits the general style and mood, and what will be depicted on it - tightly closed rows of panel buildings, rectangular patterns, play of colors, real people, sheep with short legs, two lovers or perfect abstract harmony with the pacific in the middle - does not matter.
• Textile. A blanket on the floor, pillows, curtains, knitted napkins - a couple of elements will be appropriate in any style.
• Trinkets. Photos in frames, ceramic and porcelain figurines, candles, toys, dishes - everything that the owner likes is appropriate, that does not stand out from the overall composition of the style. In boho, for example, you can fit all this and even more, but in minimalism only fresh flowers are allowed.

The decor can include any elements.

Decor is the finishing touch that will give the design idea a finished look. Any, even the smallest and elongated bedroom can be stylish, beautiful and cozy. Don't be afraid to experiment with different design styles and color schemes.

Finishing a 12-meter bedroom

The choice of materials for a small room must be taken seriously. Finishing is not a key element of the interior, but it serves as a kind of frame and directly affects the durability of the repair.

Floor

People often go barefoot in the bedroom. For this reason, it is better to give preference to natural coverings, such as parquet. You can replace such expensive materials with laminate. If you want to achieve maximum comfort, you can install a “warm floor” system.

Colors should be chosen 1-2 shades lighter than the shade of the walls. This will visually expand the space of a small room.

Ceiling

For compact bedrooms, you need to choose a light color palette. As for the type of construction, everything largely depends on the interior. Two-level systems are suitable, for example, for Japanese style. Wooden and metal beams look appropriate in a loft. Classic flat ceilings are ideal for Provence and Scandinavian style.

Walls

Regular wallpaper - paper, non-woven or textile - is well suited for wall decoration. They are environmentally friendly and breathable. In addition, you can choose wall finishing methods such as painting and plastering. The main thing is to pre-level the surface.

Zoning a small room

Where every centimeter is accounted for, attempts are always made to make changes to the interior that will add an element of convenience to it. One of the possibilities to visually expand the space of a small room is zoning. If it is impossible to enlarge a tiny room, including a bedroom, by connecting it to another room, you can use other methods that do not require construction work.

For a small room, it is appropriate to use light shades in the interior.

Zoning will allow you to focus attention on any small area of ​​the room and separate it using the following techniques:

• installing a light screen or mobile partition that takes up minimal space;
• using wallpaper of various textures and colors, combinations of plain and “patterned”;
• cabinet or rack with open or closed shelves;
• instead of screens and partitions, you can install a podium, which, rising vertically, will free up space horizontally; it can be designed as a sleeping place;
• the presence of a niche is a great success for a small room: this is an excellent place for a bedroom or a small study; Small, neat lamps will add comfort and functionality;
• a large mirror, which can be mounted on a sturdy stand or used as a partition, visually enlarges the space.

There should be no unnecessary furniture in a tiny bedroom - this is the main rule that does not allow you to clutter the room and hang too many obligations on it.
Excellent ways to carry out zoning can be considered the use of indoor plants, as hedges, and large aquariums.

Choosing furniture for a small bedroom

The functionality and comfort of the interior will depend on how seriously you take the choice of furniture. Traditionally, the following set of furniture is used for bedrooms:

1. A bed whose width varies between 160-220 cm. This is enough for a couple or one person to sleep comfortably.

1. Nightstand. This is compact furniture that allows you to place everything you need nearby - a phone, a book, a sleep mask, a glass of water, cosmetics, etc.

1. A cabinet that can be free-standing or built-in. The first option is suitable for ethnic and provincial interiors, the second - for bedrooms in the loft or minimalist style.

In a small room, if desired, you can rationally fit a chest of drawers for storing underwear, a dressing table, chairs, armchairs, and poufs. Not only the view itself is of great importance, but also the arrangement of furniture in the bedroom. Here everything will primarily depend on the layout, as well as individual needs.

If the room is square, you should place the bed in the center, leaning its head against the wall. On the opposite side you can place the rest of the furniture. For a rectangular bedroom, a slightly different arrangement is better. For the bed, choose a place closer to the window. There is a closet by the door.

Expert opinion

Olga Kovalenko

Since 2010 I have been engaged in interior design and architectural design.

It is recommended to purchase low furniture for a small bedroom. Thanks to low models, the space will gain depth.

Organization of the work area

The atmosphere around us helps us tune in to the desired wavelength. In the bedroom, it encourages peace and relaxation, which contradicts the need to concentrate on an active work process.

That is why the organization of the work area itself is one of the most important points in the design of a combined bedroom-office. It is best to place your workplace by the window and sit with your back to the sleeping area located in the back of the room.

This is due to the fact that work requires bright lighting, while for rest it is, on the contrary, contraindicated. Another advantage of this distinction is that your gaze will not fall on the bed and be distracted from the work process.

Original ideas for decorating a workplace in the bedroom:

• A work area located at the foot of the bed is usually used when it is impossible to move the bed from the window area; this technique significantly saves space.
• A workstation placed instead of a bedside table is convenient in small apartments.
• Designing a work area in a corner or niche allows you to play around with complex room designs in an interesting way.
• Another option is to build a work area into a closet. The office space will be noticeable only during the day, during work. By closing the cabinet doors in the evening, you will completely hide your work area.
• An excellent solution for decorating a work area is to move the office to an insulated balcony adjacent to the bedroom.

An elegant and ergonomic solution is to use a table top-window sill or a secretary table, which can be transformed into a cabinet if necessary. Another good space-saving tip is if you need to work with a computer while working, buy a TV adapter and get rid of the second monitor in the room.

Lighting

This is one of the most difficult moments when creating the design of a small bedroom. Main nuances to consider:

1. Scattered light. You should not choose large chandeliers with shades facing down. For a small bedroom, spot devices installed around the perimeter of the room are ideal.

1. Additional lighting. It is better to place a sconce near the bed. If the sleeping place does not have a bedside table, you can also give preference to an elegant floor lamp that can be moved if necessary.

1. Stylish lighting for part of the furniture or a separate wall of the room. It will help to correctly place accents in the interior and visually enlarge the room.

The level of illumination in the bedroom is also influenced by finishing materials. If the surfaces are smooth, there will be a minimum of shadows in the room due to their reflective properties. However, this can make the interior look flat, and therefore it is worth using not one, but several lighting sources.

How to visually increase space

You can expand the space of a small bedroom in several ways, including:

• use of mirrors;
• possibilities of color solutions in the selection of curtains, wallpaper, floor coverings;
• the use of additional fittings in the design, in particular, ceiling moldings;
• refusal to decorate the room, even with your favorite ones, but completely inconsistent with the general trends of the interior;
• ensuring maximum daylight intake by clearing window sills from numerous flower pots with indoor plants, including tall growing ones;
• rational use of “geometry”: vertical stripes on finishing materials will visually make the room taller, horizontal stripes - wider.

To visually increase the space in your bedroom design, you need to add light colors to the walls, ceiling and furniture.

Bedroom design with a loggia or balcony

The idea of ​​getting extra space in a small room seems very attractive. It is possible to implement this. If the bedroom layout is 12 square meters. m implies the presence of a loggia balcony, the chances of obtaining a comfortable, functional interior are doubled. By combining it with a room, you can add 5-7 square meters. m of usable area and highlight one more additional area:

• dressing room;
• mini office;
• playroom for children, etc.

It is enough to dismantle the partition and decorate the balcony-loggia in the same style as the bedroom. Due to the absence of a wall, the amount of natural light will increase. The room will become many times more spacious and functional.

Expert opinion

Olga Kovalenko

Since 2010 I have been engaged in interior design and architectural design.

Before combining the premises, preparatory measures are carried out - replacing windows, insulating the balcony. In many cases, such redevelopment also requires legal approval (it all depends on whether the wall is load-bearing or not).

Options in different styles

Scandinavian style. The Nordic countries are not spoiled by the sun, so they have learned to create it in their homes. Maximum of light shades, natural materials, living plants and pleasant contrasts.

Modern style. Clear lines, muted shades, minimum details, maximum functionality. Your 12 square meter bedroom will become your neighbors' dream!

The photo shows a white bedroom with a bed without a headboard

Loft. Combine vintage pieces with ultra-modern ones, add textures like brick or concrete, and don't bother disguising the wiring. The interior should be both cozy and rough.

Classic style. Carved wooden furniture, gilding, embroidered textiles. All items should declare their high cost by their appearance alone. Don't overdo it with quantity, quality is much more important here.

The photo shows a classic interior in warm colors

Design Rules and Tips

If the bedroom area is only 12 square meters. m, when arranging, you need to think about how to rationally use the space and visually expand it. The following recommendations will help with this:

1. The use of mirrors will visually add the missing volume to the room. The optimal places for them are the wall opposite the window, the door of the wardrobe. A compact round or oval mirror is practically essential at the dressing table.

1. Glossy surfaces (especially the ceiling) perform the same functional task as mirrors - they reflect light, making the room visually larger. The main thing is not to use bright glossy colors, which cause anxiety and fatigue.

1. Vertical lines visually lift low ceilings. The best option is simple striped wallpaper.

1. The door must open outward so as not to take up extra space in the bedroom.

1. It is better not to use wallpaper with large repeating patterns in a small bedroom. But covering one of the walls with photo wallpaper, on the contrary, will create a feeling of spaciousness. This technique works especially effectively if the image is located at the same level as the window.

You should pay attention not only to the finishing, but also to the decor. It can also set the mood and influence how the space is perceived. So, in a small bedroom you should not use a large number of decorative elements. And for useless, but dear little things, it is worth highlighting a long horizontal shelf. A rational option is to prefer one decorative item, for example, a painting, panel or poster.

You can decorate a room with functional things. In particular, textiles are best suited for the bedroom - bed linen, curtains, blankets, small pillows, etc. Fabrics can be bright. Massive patterns should be abandoned in favor of small repeating patterns.

Textile

Textiles play a significant role in the design of any bedroom, because here it is impossible to refuse it even if desired.

— Cover the bed with a blanket or blanket. They will not only extend the life of bed linen, but will also become full-fledged independent accessories in the interior;

— Do not use curtains that are too heavy and dense, because they accumulate dust. If you need to completely block the access of the sun, pay attention to blackout and roller structures, such as Roman blinds;

— Don’t forget about bed linen, because this is an equally important element of the bedroom interior. Choose natural breathable materials: satin, calico and other cotton fabrics, bamboo, linen, silk.

70 bedroom design ideas in Khrushchev (photo)

Interior design for a 12 sq.m. bedroom. m (photo)

Examples of the design of small rooms furnished in various styles are presented in the gallery. Illustrations of interiors created by specialists will help you clearly see that even a small bedroom can be made into a comfortable and cozy place to relax.

Based on the photo, it’s easy to choose a good room design option and add something of your own to it.

When you have only 12 square meters to decorate your bedroom. m, creating a functional interior is not easy. But if you approach the decision responsibly and creatively, then nothing is impossible. Even a small room can be made into a comfortable, cozy place, where your stay will be complete and enjoyable.

Room interior with white bed and gray walls

A room with an exclusive design makes you enjoy new impressions every day. A white bed gives a pleasant feeling, and bright throws and pillows create vital harmony in the space.

In the calm atmosphere of a small bedroom, fresh flowers, books and paintings are appropriate as room decorations.

A comfortable chair and white bedside tables with beige curtains complete the overall image of a comfortable 12-meter room for two people.

Naturalness and play of contrasts of pink, gray and white colors are pleasing to the eye. The painting above the bed dilutes the dimensions of the furniture and the design turns out to be really interesting.

Olga Chernenko

Twelve-meter room with a mint-colored wall at the head

The interior of the square bedroom is made in a modern style. The project was included in the top ten bedrooms of 2022. Cozy, stylish, practical.

A minimum of decor and elements are visible in the photo.

Ekaterina Serezhina Architect, Moscow

Interior of a room in a panel house. Photo of the project

Arch-buro design studio

Panel houses are distinguished by limited possibilities in decorative solutions for rooms. However, with the help of imagination and inspiration you can create a magnificent interior.

In a panel house, it is necessary to take into account the layout features. The bedroom walls can be painted a dark cocoa shade and complement the cozy feeling with light green pillows.

It will be more difficult to choose curtains and you should choose a dark green shade. And then buy a green blanket or blanket.

At the same time, the bed and wardrobe are best suited in light shades. It is better to choose small and medium-sized lamps and lamps, preferably white.

Using a table instead of a window sill

Design studio ART-UGOL

The photo shows a bedroom with an area of ​​twelve squares in an eco-style, which is characterized by economy and reasonable use of decorative elements.

It is better to replace a huge closet with several convenient shelves or transform the window sill into a table if necessary. Then design problems are solved much faster, and many architecture lovers will appreciate the clarity of the interior.

A beige and brown color scheme will suit a spacious bedroom, as will the geometric shapes of furniture and wallpaper. A desk and miniature shelves for storing documents are much better than a regular window sill. A bed in the corner and a chair on wheels with unusual wallpaper in the form of a wooden board create a harmonious combination of a practical and cozy room.

Design project for arranging a bedroom in Khrushchev

Architect: Daria Misura

A modern bedroom interior can be created in a Khrushchev-era building.

A classic bed with light lamps, an outlandish ball on the windowsill, 2 completely different paintings and birds from the distant lands of eco-style really stun the guests.

Even experts will not dare to guess what style the design is made in. The contrast of white and brown colors to complete all the elements is completely confusing.