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Many homeowners who have small bedrooms feel like the options of designing it are few as they are limited by the space available to them. Smaller bedrooms have umpteen benefits when compared to larger ones as they are cozier and budget-friendly. It is possible to maximize your small bedroom with design, decor, and simple tweaks that can help create the illusion of space, or perhaps just save up on floor space. A small bedroom can never get the better of you—not with these 7 incredible interior designer and decorator hacks at your disposition.

Experiment with a bed canopy

It can be a fun idea to mix things up when it comes to the scale of the room. A canopy bed is an ideal juxtaposition in a small room as it is unexpected—a big bed in a small room is a great way to bring about change. The canopy can be lighted from the top in the form of faux lighting or a false ceiling.

Bring the outdoors in

Add some life to your bedroom by opting for wall claddings or houseplants. Wall claddings are a great way to add texture to the room, serving as the center of attraction. This helps to shift focus away from the size of the room. If a wall cladding isn't at your disposal, you can very well opt for wallpaper that reflects the same.

Keep the clutter at bay

All the square footage in the world wouldn't make a difference if your space is crowded and cluttered with things. Take on a minimalist approach by keeping your room neat and tidy, preferably keeping things off the floors. accessorize in the same way that you would a larger room, but be sure to keep only what you absolutely need.

Multipurpose décor

Having multipurpose decor enables you to save space while adding to the aesthetic of your bedroom. You can make use of mounted nightstands with ample space instead of ones fixated on the floor. Having them designed in a particular way, in a bright color that contributes to the color scheme of the room is an added bonus.

Choose mounted lamps instead of table and floor lamps

In a small bedroom, table lamps and floor lamps are a big no-no as they take up the little floor space that you have. A space-saving sconce to hang on the wall above your bed or one with a swinging arm that can be adjusted to direct light to the rest of the room is ideal. Partial pendant lights also work in such a setup.

Create the illusion of space

Another way to make the most of a small bedroom is to create the illusion of space. This can be as simple as hanging drapery as close as possible to the ceiling. This helps to make the area look bigger than it actually is. A good trick to pick out the curtains is to match the fabric to the color of the wall. A bright bold wallpaper can serve as the centerpiece right above the headboard shifting focus away from the size of the room.