Not everyone is privileged enough with a 16- × 22-foot bedroom. For many of us, we may have to make do with the 10-square-foot space. However, small doesn’t necessarily mean lacking in storage space! Today, we’re going to look at 32 storage ideas for small bedroom spaces. Take a close look and see which of these tips you can implement!
Bedroom Storage Solutions for Small Spaces
Just because you don’t have a ton of real estate in your bedroom doesn’t mean you can come up with creative storage ideas! Here are 30+ ways to increase storage space in a small bedroom.
Choose a Smaller Bed
While a large bed may seem like a good idea, especially if you expect regular guests, it won’t do much for your bedroom in terms of space efficiency. Instead, you should opt for a smaller bed—one that’s just wide enough for you and possibly another person.
A twin or full size is ideal for maximizing floor space. This frees up room for other storage solutions, such as drawers and dressers.
Get a Loft Bed
Mattresses take up a ton of floor space. The good thing is, you can maximize floor space by raising your bed off the ground! This is possible with a loft bed—a bedframe that is elevated off the ground with supports.
Loft beds can be pretty expensive, and you need to make sure you have high enough ceilings so you don’t hit your head on every morning. However, if you get a loft bed, you’ll have much more floorspace for working and studying.
Use a Bedframe with Built-in Drawers
If you already chose a bed for your bedroom, don’t worry. There are several ways you can increase storage space with what you already have. For starters, look for a bedframe with built-in drawers.
These drawers, usually opening from either side of the bed, lift your bed slightly. This in turn allows you to stow away items you don’t use regularly—e.g., seasonal boots and clothing.
Get Tall Dressers, Not Wide
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The main issue with small bedrooms is the lack of floorspace. This means you need to get the most out of vertical spaces wherever you can. And when it comes to dressers, wide ones are not a small bedroom’s friend.
The more optimal solution is to get a tall dresser with more vertical drawers. While each drawer can’t hold as much of your belongings as wide ones, there are typically more drawers for better storage management. For instance, you don’t need to combine different types of clothing into a single drawer.
Utilize Alcove Space
Even the most awkwardly shaped alcove can have a purpose. The recess in the wall, usually found in the corner, is the perfect spot for stowing smaller items. Ideally, you’ll have a few baskets to keep your belongings safe and sound.
Smaller drawers are available if you want to make the most out of your alcove. Putting up shelves is another great idea for books and photographs.
Use a Mirror with Storage
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The only way you can determine whether you look good for the day is with a mirror. However, a wall-mounted mirror just takes up precious wall space. What you can get instead is a mirror with built-in storage compartments.
These mirrors range from tiny to large in size, with the larger, floor-standing models having more drawers and shelves. So, choose the right size based on the space you’re willing to sacrifice.
Get Multi-Functional Furniture
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Single-purpose furniture in the bedroom is a nightmare for space-savers! A desk is a great spot for your laptop or computer, but if you place it beside your bed, you instantly have a bedside table! Similarly, a small dresser can also become a bedside table if you place it in the right spot.
If you’re feeling more adventurous, a bookcase with a fold-out table keeps your books in place while also providing a place to work.
Install Floating Bedside Tables
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While bedside tables are great, you may have other ideas for the floorspace immediately to the sides of your bed. In such cases, your best option is to install floating bedside tables. These tables lack drawers, but they free up the floor and vertical space you may need for sandals or small gadgets.
Still want to use the spot underneath the table for storage? A few wicker baskets are great! Just pop them underneath the floating bedside table! Issue solved!
Use Stackable Drawers
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As the name suggests, stackable drawers are stackable. Placing a small drawer on top of another creates more storage in the otherwise unused vertical space immediately above a drawer. They’re relatively inexpensive but are great for keeping knick-knacks out of the way.
Best of all, stackable drawers are usually portable, so you don’t have to settle on where to put it. If you think it belongs in the alcove, by all means!
Keep Old/Rarely Used Items in Suitcases or Travel Bags
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You may be reluctant to get rid of old or unused items from your bedroom. However, if they take up too much space, the best thing you can do is keep them tucked away and out of view. You can do this by placing them inside a suitcase or travel bag.
While you’re doing thing, it may also be time to finally declutter your bedroom. Think about tossing away things you have no use for and keeping only the essentials.
Consider Modular Storage Options
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Don’t let the name confuse you. Modular storage simply refers to cabinets you can combine together to conform to any shape you want. These are great for making the most out of empty corners.
One added benefit of modular storage is their classy aesthetics. While they may look luxurious, you can actually find them at a fraction of the cost of bulkier bedroom cabinets.
Install Corner Shelves
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Corners may seem like the perfect spot for bedside tables and drawers, but with corner shelves, you can get the most out of the otherwise unused vertical space. Corner shelves range in size, but floating options are also available.
Please note that corner shelves are not designed to bear the weight of heavy items. If you have photographs you want to hang without taking up desk space, corner shelves are a worthy option.
Get Several Drawer Dividers
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If you’re left with wide drawers, all isn’t lost just yet. Instead of having dedicated drawers for, say, socks or ties, you can split up a single drawer with the help of drawer dividers.
The best thing about drawer dividers is they can help keep your belongings in order. Keep a drawer divider for underwear, use another for socks, and find larger ones for larger articles of clothing.
Use Space-Saving Hangers
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Normal hangers are rectangular in shape and are used mainly for keeping a single shirt or suit off the ground. Instead of using these, look for space-saving hangers—i.e., hangers with additional features like clips, multiple bars, and hooks.
Instead of hanging a single jacket, multiple bars allow you to hang an entire outfit on a single hanger. Use the hooks and clips for matching ties, belts, and other accessories.
Find a Spot for an Open Closet
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An open closet is simply a closet without doors. It can be as simple as a garment rack or as complex as floating shelves with one or multiple rods for hanging your clothes.
There are 2 main benefits of an open closet. The first is the accessibility of your clothing since you can see your entire wardrobe in a glance. Secondly, open closets can make your bedroom appear larger due to its lack of doors.
Make Use of the Back of Doors
Vertical space isn’t just limited to walls. Basically, any flat vertical surface is fair game, including the backs of doors. For example, sticking removable hangers onto the back of your bedroom door is a great way to keep your hats and other small accessories out of the way.
Don’t want to clutter the only exit from your bedroom? Well, why not install those same hooks on the back of your closet door? These hangers can also work on the doors of wardrobes!
Take Advantage of the Space Above Your Bedroom Door
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Another overlooked part of a small bedroom is the space above the bedroom door. It may seem like minimal clearance between the top of your door and the ceiling, but with the right shelves, you can have a spot for keeping lesser-used items out of the way.
You may need a stepladder to install shelves and access your stowed items, but it will be worth it if you can add a few cubic feet of storage space!
Get a Pegboard
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Pegboards may seem like they only belong in hobby shops or garages, but they have a thousand different uses! With the right peg sizes, you can keep larger items, such as craft supplies, off your desk.
You can find pegboards in various sizes, materials, and colors. Think about what goes best with the theme of your bedroom.
Hang a Clothes Rail
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The more clothing you can keep off the ground, the better. The best way to do this is to hang your clothes on a rail or rod. However, if your closet or wardrobe is limited to just one rod, you always have the option of installing a clothes rail separately!
Clothes rails take up minimal wall space, and you can make use of any empty space near the rail with floating shelves. Think of a clothes rail as an open closet but without sacrificing floor space!
Install Sconces
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Sconces are the perfect lighting solution if you don’t have desktop space to space. Granted, tabletop lamps are pretty space-efficient, but you can always maximize storage space by keeping your lamps off of horizontal surfaces!
Installing sconces may require a professional’s touch, so if you don’t know what you’re doing, consider hiring someone who does.
Construct Storage Around Your Bed
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This is a costlier solution that many of those provided above, but it’s worth considering if you’re building or renovating a new home. The wall space immediately above your bed’s headrest is prime real estate for stowing belongings, but you can only do so by custom-building cabinets there.
Of course, you don’t have to spend a fortune. Multiple floating shelves above your headrest can achieve the same goal, albeit at the cost of appeal.
Window Seat With Built-In Drawers
You can transform dead space under your window into a cozy seating nook with bonus storage. This clever setup combines a window bench with deep drawers and flanking built-in shelves, perfect for books, blankets, or out-of-season clothes. A stylish and practical solution for small bedrooms craving comfort and organization.
Tall Dresser With Mirror for Small Bedrooms
In smaller bedrooms, every vertical inch matters. This tall dresser with an inset mirror proves that even tight corners can serve double duty—both as clothing storage and a grooming station. Its warm wood tones also add softness to the room’s palette.
Storage Bench at the Foot of the Bed
This plush-topped bench isn’t just for decoration—it keeps pillows, throws, and baskets tucked neatly away. Placed at the end of the bed, it’s an easy-access spot that quietly holds more than it lets on. A cozy solution with plenty of hidden perks.
Closet Corner with Labeled Storage Boxes
Uniform storage boxes give this closet a sense of calm and order. Labels make it easy to find exactly what you need, and the stacked bins make use of every square inch. Ideal for storing small items you want out of sight but not out of reach.
Rolling Under-Bed Drawer With Casters
Simple, smart, and easy to pull out—this rolling underbed drawer is ideal for everything from jeans to books. The casters glide smoothly across carpet or hardwood, making it a practical solution for tight bedrooms. Clean lines keep it visually light.
Shelved Headboard with Built-In Storage
A headboard like this pulls double duty—keeping bedtime reads within reach while offering room for plants, books, and decorative pieces. It minimizes the need for extra furniture and lets you personalize your space right above your pillow. Subtle storage done well.
Fold-Down Desk With Storage Cubes
In small bedrooms that double as workspaces, a fold-down desk is a lifesaver. This one comes with surrounding cubbies to keep supplies organized and within reach. When not in use, simply fold it up to instantly open the room again.
Floating Shelves Above the Bed
This single, floating shelf takes full advantage of vertical wall space without overwhelming the room. Display art, books, or decorative items up top while keeping the bedside area free from clutter. A minimalist move with a big impact.
Built-In Closet With Sliding Doors
A closet with sliding doors frees up floor space for furniture or movement, while inside, open cubbies and drawers provide designated homes for everything. This design keeps your room looking tidy without sacrificing access or style.
Nightstand with Open Shelving and Baskets
This compact nightstand proves that small doesn’t mean limited. With books on top, baskets on the bottom, and plenty of texture in between, it’s a piece that balances utility and design. Great for storing odds and ends while adding a cozy, layered look.
Bed With Lift-Up Hydraulic Storage
Storage beds have come a long way, and this one lifts with ease to reveal generous compartments beneath. Whether it’s bedding, jackets, or keepsakes, everything stays tucked away—no drawers or bins needed. It’s one of the smartest uses of space in any bedroom.
