Bedrooms aren’t what they used to be: rooms just for sleeping. Today they often need to multitask, changing with ease from sleeping area to daytime office to relaxation center. Use this handy checklist to make sure you’ve identified all the activities and functions of your new bedroom before finalizing your renovation plans.
Basic considerations:
What is the room’s main function? Will it function as an adult’s bedroom, a child’s room or a guest room?
Do you want to address your need for more living space?
If so, will you be using the space every day, weekday evenings or on weekends?
How many people will be using the room?
How much space will be needed to accommodate sleeping?
Will your require a larger bed(s)?
Do you need to accommodate kids’ sleepovers?
Functions that impact bedroom planning
Do you need space for storage, clothes, sports equipment, books, hobbies or linens?
Activities that impact bedroom planning
Sleeping
Caring for a baby
Dressing
Beauty care/grooming
Doing office work
Paying bills
Using a computer
Entertaining
Watching TV or movies
Playing games
Reading
Engaging in a hobby
Sewing