Spare Room Ideas

Overtime, spare rooms can become an unused area or a dumping ground for items that you don't know where else to store in your home. Before you know it, you have wasted the potential of a whole room that could accommodate your and your family's needs better, resulting in a few not-so-fun days cleaning it up and putting it back in order. However, with a little bit of planning and some creative ideas on your side, your spare room can transform into the perfect space for your hobby or work environment.

Take a look below for some of our ideas if you are looking for inspiration.

Guest Bedroom

Converting the spare room into a guest bedroom is a classic use of extra space. It provides a comfortable place for friends and family to stay when visiting over the holidays. This way, you won't have to look for an inflatable bed, or turn your living room into a temporary bedroom while you have people staying over. Whether you choose to have a solid bed, sofa-bed, or even bunk-beds if your family is on the bigger side, you won't have to worry when the in-laws call to visit.

Home Study/Office

A spare room can make an excellent home office. This provides a dedicated workspace away from the main living areas, where you can focus and get on with your work with minimal distractions. Moreover, this will allow you to separate your home life from your work life, without bringing any unnecessary stress to the common living space which is meant for relaxation.

Hobby/Craft Room

If you have a hobby like sewing, painting, woodworking, etc., a spare room can become the perfect dedicated space for your creative pursuits. You won't have to sacrifice space in the living room or the main bedroom, allowing you to have some quality "me" time when needed. You also get to keep all your equipment and things related to your hobby in one place- no more moving things around and putting everything away once you are finished.

Home Gym

Spare rooms make great home gyms, allowing you to exercise in privacy whenever you want at the comfort of your own home. No more waiting for the weights you need to become available!

Bonus: Dressing Room

Another great idea for your spare room is to turn it into a dressing area. Keeping your clothes, shoes and accessories in a separate room can make your main bedroom feel more airy and less cramped. You also get the chance to get ready without having to battle with your partner for access to the wardrobe or the mirror. You can try as many outfits as you want too!