Bedroom furniture design for home – How to choose furniture for bedroom

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Bedroom furniture design for your home – Explore design for bedroom furniture, Complete list of furniture in a bedroom, all about wood furniture bedroom sets.

Bedroom furniture is not only a utility, or a design or a basic need. Nowadays, in the age of apartment homes, the furniture in a bedroom depends on your lifestyle. Surely, we look up to our bedrooms for many activities. Apart from resting and relaxing, the bedroom furniture design can cater to your interests and hobbies. You may like to read on a chair; or get ready at a dressing table, and maybe your young one needs a study table and also an entertainment hub with the latest gadgets. 

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You see, in our mind, home is a place of comfort. We go back to our house every day to refresh and reconnect with our self and be recharged for the world. In your home, there can be a place that is private and a bit isolated – it is made to relax and restore your energies. This place can be in your bedroom. A bedroom is your private place in the house, and it can be made as per your likings. I think the furniture in the bedroom must make you feel comfortable – do you agree? I am sure you do. Now, let’s see how much of your everyday needs and comforts can be placed inside your bedroom.

Bedroom furniture ideas

Everyone feels a bit nervous or confused when selecting furniture for a bedroom. Let me assure you – it’s completely alright to take time to choose. After all, a bedroom furniture design is not easy – especially when you are looking for a comfortable and stylish décor. So, let’s go slow, one step at a time to understand your furniture needs for bedroom.

Types of bedroom furniture design

What furniture needs to be in a bedroom?

Here is a list of furniture needed in a comfortable bedroom design:
1. A bed with suitable size – single, queen, double
2. Bedside tables
3. Dressing table
4. Wardrobe cupboard
5. Drawers unit
6. Television unit, if required
7. Lounge chair, if space allows
8. Coffee table, if space allows
9. Study desk, if space allows

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What are furniture design options for bedroom?

Bedroom furniture is available in different styles and sizes. You can understand the various décor style options as per the material of the furniture such as wood or metal. Here is a list of popular bedroom furniture types:
a. Teak wood furniture 
b. Plywood furniture
c. MDF – medium density fibreboard furniture
d. Bamboo furniture
e. Cane wicker furniture
f. Wrought iron Metal furniture
g. Upholstered furniture
h. Venetian Mirror furniture
i. Marble stone furniture


Design for bedroom furniture

Your selection of furniture largely depends on the size of your bedroom. Practically, in a bedroom, most of the floor area gets taken up by the furniture pieces. The large bed, the side tables, dresser units, chairs- this list can go on. Thankfully, there is a simple way to decide the furniture quantity – it is the size of your bedroom.

Furniture you choose, reflects your personality

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Size of bedroom

Yes, every bedroom offers a size limitation, and this decides the furniture set. A regular size bedroom is around 12 feet x 10 feet; while the minimum comfortable bedroom size is about 12 feet x 16 feet. Do note; this size does not include your almirah or cupboards.

With the bedroom size at hand, deciding the furniture in the bedroom is very simple. This floor area determines the style and size of your furniture. Here, based on the typical furniture sizes, you can quickly list out the furniture pieces that can fit in your bedroom. A good thumb rule is to note that every furniture piece needs a minimum of 2 feet free floor area on one or all sides. The 2 feet buffer is called furniture clearance. It ensures the furniture is easy to reach and easy to use. When two pieces of furniture are kept next to each other, like a bed and bedside table – you should maintain 2 inches distance between them. And here is the insider tip for you – the furniture clearance can be overlapped for two furniture pieces that face each other.

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Here the bed, the side table and the chair share the same 2 feet floor area

Typical Bedroom furniture sizes

Furniture Furniture typeLengthWidth
BedDouble bed6’6″6’0″
Single bed6’6″3’6″
Baby bed2’4″1’5″
DresserDressing table3’6″1’0″
Dresser unit on wall2’6″8″
DrawersChest of drawers2’6″1’10”
ChairsOne chair1’6″1’6″
Two chairs with table4’0″1’6″
TableOne bedside table1’6″1’6″
Desk3’0″1’6″

Choosing furniture for bedroom 

How to select furniture for bedroom?

  1. Size your bedroom

    Using a measuring tape, measure your bedroom floor area in length and breadth. You can use feet measure for this
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  2. Draw a sketch

    Based on the measurements, draw a plan of your bedroom. Add the windows, doors, air conditioner or cooling unit and any other openings on the sketch. Mark the measurements of the room on the sketch
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  3. Make a list

    Now make a list of bedroom furniture you need. For each furniture item, write the size and the required quantity.

  4. Consider furniture clearance

    In the list, for every furniture item, add a space of 2 feet to the sizing.
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  5. Arrange furniture

    In the sketch from Step 2, start drawing the furniture pieces one by one. Start by placing the bed and side tables. Next, put the drawers or dresser unit. Remember you can use the same 2 feet of clearance for two pieces of furniture. Keep a close eye on the floor area- avoid putting too much furniture.
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  6. Sit back and review

    Now relook at the list of furniture from Step 3 – you may or may not have arranged all the items. Review the sketch by moving your finger or pencil on the empty floor area on the plan. Note if there is overcrowding, or too many turns while walking around the bedroom. Reduce or increase furniture as required.

  7. Try more options

    Once you have completed the above steps 2 to 6, keep the sketch aside and start again. Explore more options to arrange your bedroom furniture – maybe change the location of the bed. Keep repeating until you find your perfect furniture layout.


Bedroom Furniture Matters

Before you get to buying furniture for bedroom, you must have a list of furniture items ready with the sizing and the quantity. Don’t rely on the shop assistance for this – they do not know your bedroom habits, and no one can choose your style preferences for you. I suggest you go the extra mile – all for the love of comfort in your bedroom. I know you want a delightful resting spot at your home; everyone does. And you surely deserve it; let’s get you one now!


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