Are Bedroom Built Ins Right For You? (Design Ideas)

Built-in furniture has been around for a long time, but the peak of its popularity was during the Modern era, where real estate prices have gone up, and spaces have become smaller. Aside from its space-saving features, built-ins were used by modern designers to keep that clean, seamless, and uniform aesthetic. Built-in furniture allows designers to maximize the space in any given space, even if it has an odd shape or size, and create a clean-looking design with a well-coordinated appeal.

Types of Built In Bedroom Storage

Although built-ins are popular in Modern interiors, they can be used with any design style and any furniture piece: closets, wardrobe drawers, vanity tables, study desks, shoe storage, side tables, and even the bed itself. A good designer can utilize any given space with the appropriate built-ins to match your needs and preferences.

There are many types of bedroom storage options you can make with built-ins:

• Under-the-bed storage – can either be a lift-up mechanism, or a drawer under your bed
• Shelves / Bookshelves
• Cabinets
• Closet
• Drawers / Wardrobes
• Overhead storage
• Bay window bench storage

When you use built-in storage, you can virtually explore and combine different storage solutions that match your needs. Remember to assess your storage needs before deciding on different storage options.

Find out what you need to store, then plan the best way to integrate it with the space available in your room. Below are great bedrooms with built-in design ideas for your inspiration:

Built-In Storage and Bench – If you want a little sitting area in your room, you can add a built-in bench along the wall. Make sure you use that storage space under the bench! You can use drawers for easy access, or you can also access it with a swing-up hinge seat if the space is too tight for drawers.

Custom Built-In Cabinets and Window Seat – A window is a great place to add a small reading nook. This master bedroom utilizes the space under the window as a built-in bench/reading nook, and uses the space beside the windows for full-height cabinets.

Built-In Closet with Glass Doors – A built-in glass door display cabinet would be perfect if you’re into collecting and displaying objects and other paraphernalia. Built-in display storage is much more sturdy, and the door helps keep moisture and dust away, so your precious items displayed inside will be safe.

Custom Built-In Dresser –  Most modern spaces have built-in dressers or closets to save space. In this case, the bedroom’s high ceilings were maximized by using the full height of the dresser cabinet. This way, you can utilize the space above your normal reach to store items you don’t need to access very often, like winter clothes, linens, travel luggage, etc.

Custom Built-In Cabinets – A custom wall-recessed cabinet is the ideal storage solution and is applicable if you have a wall on which you can do this. This way, you can have more free floor area in your layout.

Custom Built-Ins with Shelves and Center Seat – If you already have dedicated closet space, you can opt for built-in bookshelves.  You can use it to store books and display small decor items.

Window Seats with Storage – Even for traditional-style bedrooms, you can still integrate built-in storage into your design. To maximize the available storage space on empty wall spaces, a shelf-cabinet combo can be used.

Built-In Shelving—The great thing about built-in shelves is that you can specify their size and easily adjust their depth depending on your needs and space restrictions!

Bed Storage Shelving and Drawers – Everything from the shelves to the headboard can be built-in to your bed. Every space is utilized to provide additional storage.

Built-In Nightstands & Storage – The bed is a great way to add storage, and the space underneath and above can be utilized for drawer storage. This is a great option if you don’t really see yourself moving around the furniture in your room much.

Over the Bed Storage and Desk – Over the bed built-in storage could be very useful, especially in a smaller bedroom layout. In addition, this design provides room for a small desk, making it useful for teenagers or college students. See more home office built-ins here.

Bunk Beds with Storage – This bedroom idea is great if you have lots of kids in the house but little space or if you’re designing for a shared-room accommodation, a guest room, or a dormitory. Having built-in bunk beds saves a lot of space, while adding a drywall to separate the beds also gives each user privacy. The space underneath the beds can of course be used as additional storage as well.

Built-In Day Bed – An oddly placed support column or niche in the middle of the room layout can be efficiently utilized for adding a daybed in a difficult corner beside the bed.

Curtained Built-In Sitting Nook – If you have a small unused nook in your room, how about using it as a small quiet sitting area? Increase its privacy and make it look more elegant by adding one of the opaque types of curtains so that you can have a quiet time inside once you pull the curtains closed.

Bedroom Built-in Design

TV-built-in Consoles. Built-in TV cabinets or entertainment centers in a bedroom be a great source of enjoyment and relaxation without the need to go out of one’s room. The console can also showcase collections as well as an additional storage unit.

The placement of a TV screen should be comfortable and convenient for viewing. To avoid neck strain and discomfort, it’s important to consider the angle of the TV and the height at which it will be mounted.

While personal preference is a priority, it helps to know the recommended distances for a TV built into a room. The TV screen should be 1.5 to 2 times the distance from the headboard.

Built-in Murphy Bed. For a small room, installing a built-in Murphy bed can save significant space by allowing you to use it as a study or work area during the day or when not in use.

A Murphy bed can be folded up and stored vertically against a wall, in a cabinet, or in a closet and is easily taken down when needed.

Over-Bed Cubbies. Overhead cubbies are small to regular niches that can be accessed above the bed and is built-in in the headboard area. Glass doors can be used to showcase items, and adding lighting can create a cozy and inviting mood.

Built-in Wet Bar. Building a built-in wet bar in a room can be a great way to add a touch of luxury and convenience to your living space.

Here are some steps to build a built-in wet bar in a bedroom. Like your typical web bar in social spaces, a backsplash, sink, and plumbing work are needed. A built-in wet bar or coffee area is a great option for an expansive room to add a functional and decorative setting.

Built-in Revolving Wardrobe. Inspired by the lazy Susan, a built-in revolving wardrobe can be a unique and innovative way to store clothing and maximize space in a bedroom. It can be made of clear glass to showcase collections or a more discrete revolving shelf that closes with a hidden door.

Built-in Safe. The bedroom is the best area to safeguard valuables and protect them from deterioration due to moisture or sunlight.

Choose a location where it is not easily noticeable, and choose similar materials to camouflage the safe. Also, make sure to choose materials that are fireproof and sealed against moisture. Don’t forget to install a locking mechanism.

Many smart applications can be connected to a mobile device to monitor your built-in safe even when not at home.

Built-in Dog Bed. A built-in dog bed can be a great way to provide your furry friend with a comfortable and cozy place to sleep while also keeping them close to you.

Choose a space that’s visible when you are lying down, and that’s safe and comfortable for a pet to sleep in. Ensure that the build is sturdy and that no sharp edges or hazards are present.

Built-in Design Tips:

• When building a built-in bedroom space, it’s important to choose high-quality, durable, and long-lasting materials. This will ensure that the project lasts for many years and retains its value. Also, explore the use of glass and other modern materials.

• Take advantage of vertical space. When working with a small room, use vertical space by building floor-to-ceiling storage units. This will help maximize storage while minimizing floor space coverage.

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