Designing a small space while optimizing every available square meter without compromising on decor is possible! In this article, discover a few simple tips to create a sleeping area in your living room and effectively separate these two essential spaces for your daily well-being.
Use the Corners and the Room’s Geometry
Before deciding on the location of your sleeping area, carefully examine the layout of your living room. Is it square or rectangular? Or perhaps L-shaped?
If it’s L-shaped, for example, you can use the recess to create your sleeping area away from the hustle and bustle of the living room. In a square or rectangular room, where it may be harder to locate the sleeping area, it’s best to choose the quietest corner, ideally positioned to ensure a restful sleep.
Play with Height When Possible!
Don’t have much available floor space in your living area? In that case, why not separate the spaces by building upwards? Create your sleeping area on a mezzanine!
As a property owner, you could consider minor construction work to build a proper mezzanine, accommodating both a bed and some small storage. As a tenant, you may have less freedom but can opt for a mezzanine bed that complements your decor, complete with smart storage to make the most of every square centimeter.
Use Curtains or a Room Divider
To partition spaces without renovations, nothing is simpler: a pretty screen or curtains will do the trick. If you need to maximize light flow, opt for lighter curtains (which you can double with darker ones for blackout conditions when needed).
“A screen is also an excellent solution for gently dividing spaces while adding character to your decor.”
For example, you could choose a design resembling a glass partition if you love the industrial style.
Install a Bookshelf: A Two-in-One Solution!
A bookshelf not only provides storage for your books and other personal items but also divides a single space into two and creates a cozy sleeping area in the living room.
Here, too, you can choose an open unit (such as a lightly filled shelf) to allow better light flow or a closed unit for a more distinct separation of spaces.
Add a Movable Partition: A Stylish and Practical Option
Slightly more complex to install than a curtain, a movable partition is also popular among tenants who prefer to avoid permanent renovations and need to return the apartment in its original condition.
“There are easy-to-use, ready-to-install movable partitions available in stores.”
These partitions can be made of wood, glass, translucent, or opaque, depending on preferences and tastes. If desired, you can even opt for a half-wall that lets light through and provides a more spacious feeling.
If you’re a tenant, don’t hesitate to ask your landlord about partitioning options—they might agree to install a permanent wall, for instance. And as a property owner, you are free to make the choices that best suit your needs or those of your tenant.
