Often neglected or forgotten, some attics are just waiting for a makeover. If you’ve seen DIY shows about using unused places in homes and making them functional living spaces, then you know the value of this post! That space is a gold mine, so use it the best way you can and transform the cluttered mess into an unforgettable bedroom. Here are a few tips on turning an awkward attic into an amazing cozy bedroom.

Cozy Cottage

You will have pleasant dreams in this bedroom, where harmonizing colors, cozy furniture, and florals envelop the room. For this style, it’s OK to mix and match different pieces and colors. Pair an iron bed with layers of bedding, pillows and blankets. You can create beautiful window displays with window blinds, as well as using curtains. Place a small green side table near the bed with a stripped rug beside it. Perhaps you would rather use a bright red and floral oversized chair to accent the pretty, pastel floral bedding. Accent the walls with a large, round mirror and a few pieces of your favorite artwork.

Fit For a Queen

For a seamless look, apply wall paper to the walls and ceiling. Use a crystal chandelier for lighting and decorate the space with hues of pinks, grays and creams. Turn a side of the bedroom into a sitting room complete with a couch, table and a couple large chairs. Decorate the space with fresh flowers, decorative pillows and French artwork in gold frames. If you’re unsure about what to do with the windows, use pinch pleated drapes, which will add sophistication and a queenly vibe.

Elegance

Drapes. Four-poster bed. Silk bedding. Fine carpet. Need I say more? To add extra elegant flair, opt for a crystal chandelier and flowing drapes. Accent the room with luxurious furniture, floor lamps and crown molding for the baseboards and ceiling.

Nautical

Whitewashed paneling, red and blue bedding, a ship’s wheel, paddles, seashells and roped furniture — everything you need for a nautical-themed room. Since attic ceilings are low, it will be easy to paint a compass on top, so even when you’re lying down you know what direction you are; very important for a mariner.

If the room is for a child, you can have fun with this theme: paint sailboats and an ocean on the walls, decorate the room with lighthouse artwork, a rocking chair and seashell pillows.

Crisp and Clean

For a natural bedroom, use burlap, whites, linens and crisp and clean colors (robin’s egg blue or sea foam green). If there are no windows, you can easily install one: just take a trip to the hardware store and select a style and size.

For a fresh perspective, place wood paneling on the ceiling. You can opt to stain the wood a darker color, or chose one that’s light in color, which will go great with the white linens.

Now that you have some ideas on creating a cozy bedroom in your unused attic space, which idea will you try first? Which one best suits you?