It’s a nice feeling to have guests come over and stay at your home for a few days. Though it could be a little uncomfortable for them settling in a new place, however, you can ensure a comfy place to stay for them.
Your guest room is something that should give out a soothing and welcoming vibe to make them feel at home.
And turning a boring guest room into a warm and inviting place requires a dose of creativity, attention to detail and innovative ideas.
Here is how you can go about it...
What your Guests need
Before you take up the task of transforming your guest room, take some time to give it a thought about your guest’s needs. You don’t have to put a questionnaire in their hands, but think about what you would prefer if you were a guest at someone’s home? It's what your guests need too!
Below are some factors to keep in mind while you design your guest room, as then, you will have a guest room that is not only pleasant to look at but also to stay in-
Comfort
Convenience
Aesthetics
Let us take a look at what elements you would need to add to achieve the above three factors.
Since comfort is the most crucial feature for any room, (let alone a guest room), the guest room needn’t be ultra-luxurious but ensure your visitors do not have to enter into a cluttered bedroom. Keep it clean and only include what is necessary.
A Snug Bed
What screams ‘comfort’ more than a comfortable bed? A good night’s sleep can make anyone happy. Get a quality bed and mattress. Just because you use the room only occasionally does not mean you dump a squeaky old bed and thorny mattress into it. If the mattress isn’t comfortable, your pretty bed sheets won’t be of any use either. A canopy bed would be perfect for lending some old world charm!
Choose cotton sheets for your guest room as not everyone will be comfortable sleeping on polyester or any other synthetic fabric. You can either opt for solid colours or ones with patterns as long as they look in tune with the whole décor. Ditto for blankets. Keep a couple of extra sheets and blankets, if need be.
There is nothing better to add cosiness to a bed than throw pillows. Velvet, silk or satin pillow covers will be nice, but the insert too should offer good support.
A Place to Relax
A floral wing chair can be a perfect addition in a guest room if there is space. It will offer a relaxing place to sit and read or take a break. Such a chair will also lend an opulent look to the room. A soft throw pillow and footrest make the corner cosier!
If your budget does not allow a wing chair, any quality chair can do the job. It has to be comfortable to use, that’s all!
An organised room which lends place for different things including clothes, bags, laptop, books, etc. makes your guest room a convenient place for visitors.
Provide Generous Storage
Furnish the room with a wardrobe or a cupboard with enough space to hold their belongings. A set of hangers and a couple of baskets will be useful additions to ensure better organisation.
A chest of drawers will also serve the purpose if there isn’t enough space for a cupboard.
A Bedside Table
Everybody would like to have a place near their bed to keep the book they are reading or their water bottle, glasses or their phone. You can also buy a folding table for the purpose, and you can store it easily when not in use. A lamp is another useful element which makes the bedside table all the more purposeful.
A Writing Desk and Chair
No matter where you go, even for a supposed ‘gadget-free’ retreat, you invariably end up carrying your laptop or tablet!
It will be helpful for your guests to have a place where they can check on work if necessary or surf the internet.
Entertainment Options
A TV to meet their daily quota of news and entertainment will put a smile on your guest’s face!
Definitely! A room has to be comfortable and convenient but also pretty.
There are many elements you can include to make your guest room ravishing such as paints, accessories, art, décor and more!
Let Your Walls Speak!
Choosing the right wall colour is one of the best ways to transform any space. You can go for a soothing palette such as blues or greens to lend a serene vibe to the room. Soft hues of teal, beige or white would be amazing as well. If the furniture in the room has dark finishes, these shades will lend a subtle contrast and increase the appeal of the room.
If you are a fan of dark colours, then choose navy blue or black to provide a relaxing and calm cave-like ambience. If you are unsure about choosing between light or dark, go for neutral shades but add décor elements in bright colours for the colour pop.
Use Lights
While natural light creates a comfortable space, room lighting is also as important. If you use the right lights, the place can look luxurious without much effort. Lights should be functional and stylish at the same time. Layered lighting creates cosiness while adding depth to space.
Chandelier lights, wall sconces, dimmer lights or recessed pot lights will suit your guest room fine. If you opt for a large ceiling light, it should match the scale of the bed. Another tip is to get fixtures that complement the décor of the room.
Add Drapes to Your Guest-Room
One of the easiest and cost-effective ways to transform the look of a room is to add stylish curtains. Heavy drapes can be a great choice as they not only look plush but also keep sunlight at bay and provide privacy as well. Rope and tassel tiebacks also lend an opulent look.
Accessorise
Rugs, mirrors, art, etc., add richness, as well as create a welcoming visual impact.
Choose a large rug to cover the room or small rugs near the bed or at the entrance, so guests feel a plush softness when they enter the room.
Mirrors open up space and provide balance. You can either go for a full-length mirror to help them dress up or choose small mirrors with attractive frames.
Scenic paintings, pictures of flowers or abstract art not only add to the beauty of the room, but they also calm the mind, and thus perfect for a guest room.
When you plan a makeover for your guest room, keep subtlety in mind because too many elements only make the room appear cramped and unwelcoming.
Plan a theme if you can, and design the room around it.
There are many inexpensive ways to add opulence to your guest room without going overboard. Ensure the guest room is pleasant, clean, uncluttered, serene and attractive, so they feel at home and are happy to be around!
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