Live With Your Parents but Want Your Own Space? Your Attic Can Be the Bedroom of Your Dreams
If you still live with your parents (hey, rent is pricey, we get it), but you want create your own piece of serenity, we suggest you look to your attic. Aside from all the bohemian romance of sleeping at the highest point of the house, a bedroom in the loft is a practical way to gain some privacy by having your own dedicated floor. You'll be the queen or king of your castle as you lie in your comfy bed at the uppermost reaches of your home, enjoying some quiet time far away from the buzz of the house.
If you don't know where to start, we've found all the inspiration you need to take the plunge and convert your attic with real-life examples to inspire your plans. Ahead, take note of all the helpful little details of these 26 attic bedrooms.
Create a Private Alcove Bed
Use the angles of the roof pitch to create cozy alcove dens with curtains to screen off the bed.
Place the Focus in the Center of the Room
Placing your bed in the center of the room when you have a symmetrical pitched roof creates a pleasing balance.
Leave an Exposed Brick Wall
Retain some of that loft vibe by leaving a feature wall of exposed brickwork.
Mix and Match Textures
A mixture of home furnishings — like wicker, sheepskin, and linen — adds interest.
Build a Cozy Reading Nook
Utilize those short-ceiling corners to your advantage by creating comfortable nooks to sit in.
Install a Window Seat Feature
Make it easy to sit and watch the clouds by adding window seats.
Lean Artwork Against the Walls
Get around the restrictions of sloping ceilings by standing large prints on the floor leaning against the wall, rather than hanging them up.
Display Your Favorite Books
Make clever use of those slanting alcoves by storing books and magazines in shelves.
Use the Room's Materials as Decor
Make a feature of the wooden structure attic rooms normally have by adding even more of the material via a headboard and balustrade, for example.
Add a Fun Print to a Wall
Accentuate the different angles of ceilings and walls by decorating with eye-catching printed wallpaper.
Add Large Skylights
Place your bed right under the skylights for maximum star-spotting opportunities.
Create a Dorm-Style Kids Bedroom
Small attic rooms can fit two single beds and make for a fun castle-inspired princess motif.
Paint an Angled Pattern on Your Walls
Work with the slanting lines of the roof by echoing the diagonals in your paintwork.
Create a Secluded Feel
Make a statement with large, botanical-printed wallpaper that plays on the secluded vibe of the high-up room.
Add a Fun Light Fixture
A statement light shade in the center of the room creates a striking focal point.
Brighten the Space With Plants
Houseplants bring the outside in and work perfectly under the slanted windows.
Create the Illusion of a Bigger Room With a Mirror
Prop a large mirror against the wall to instantly trick the eye into thinking the space is bigger.
Rely on Symmetry
Symmetrical styling gives a perfectly balanced feel that keeps the room clean and visually pleasing.
Use the Space to Your Advantage
Make use of those areas under the tilted ceiling to build extra storage.
Add Twinkle Lights For a Barn Feeling
If you're letting the wood steal the show by making a feature of the rafters and floorboards, add twinkle lights high above for a woodsy feeling.
Don't Be Afraid to Go Bold
Strong prints, dark colors, and large foliage add to the wow factor of this room.
Add a Strong Pop of Color
If muted tones aren't your style, bring a bright and bold splash of color into the room by painting a full wall or just one of the many nooks in your attic bedroom.
Get Creative With Storage
No matter how small the space, you can utilize it.
Look For Furniture That Perfectly Fits Your Space
Maximize your space by choosing furniture that fits in the nooks and crevices.
Add a Comfy Bench
Soften the angular lines with sumptuous soft furnishings.
Go Minimal
Craft a calming space with a white canvas and subtle splashes of neutrals that make the space appear bigger.