Attic bedroom: zoning and layout, color, styles, finishes, furniture and curtains

Features of the attic bedroom

A few nuances:

• In a small attic bedroom, you should not clutter up the space with a lot of furniture.
• Since the attic is not a living space, it is necessary to correctly think over the insulation of the floor, windows, walls and roof.
• For a large attic floor, it is advisable to apply zoning to different functional areas.
• Windows in this room must have a ventilation mode.
• According to Feng Shui, an attic with a sloping ceiling is not the most favorable place to live, since an inclined plane can exert psychological pressure and discomfort.

Zoning and layout

Due to its unusual shape, the attic space requires a non-standard planning approach, taking into account the type of roof. The attic floor, very rarely has a straight and even ceiling, basically this plane is located at different angles, which contributes to the creation of inconvenient places and niches that can be used for different purposes.

Sleeping place

It is best to place the bed away from the stairs under the strongest bevels in the attic floor, so you can solve the problem with remote places in the attic. Due to the pitched element having vertical beams, it will be possible to achieve zoning of the sleeping area. Also, lighter partitions, curtains or canopy are often used to separate the sleeping area.

In the photo there is a bedroom in the attic with a sleeping area, separated by a transparent partition.

Wardrobe

In terms of structure, the attic space can be rectangular, triangular or asymmetrical. Taking into account these features, as well as the size of the attic floor, determine the location of the dressing room.

In the attic bedroom with a slope, the wardrobe area is equipped at the highest or lowest wall. A fairly rational solution is to place the dressing room in the corner. However, this option has a very complex design and installation.

In the photo there is a dressing room with sliding compartment doors in the interior of the attic bedroom.

With a balcony

In the presence of a balcony, the room acquires additional space and is filled with light. Such an additional area can be used to equip a work area, recreation area, mini-library and other things. An incredibly sophisticated design with an abundance of natural light can be achieved with the help of panoramic glazing of balcony doors.

Bathroom and toilet

In the attic bedroom, it is possible to install a bathroom, shower or equip a bathroom. In such a case, you should take care of purchasing a hood with a strong power to protect the attic from temperature extremes and high levels of humidity.

Matte, transparent, glass partitions are often used as a zoning element, or both zones are left completely combined to give the atmosphere a special flavor.

Workplace

It is especially convenient to equip the working area with a tent-roofed roof, since this room can be easily divided into two identical parts. A good solution would be to re-equip a window sill into a functional table, place a mini-cabinet in a niche or separate a workplace with a partition, in the form of a cabinet, a rack, and more.

Color solution

A very important role in the design of the bed is played by the color palette, which should be in harmony with the furnishings and design of the entire country house. Warm and pastel colors in beige, light blue, pale pink or peach shades will help to bring to the atmosphere of special calmness.

To visually expand the space in a small attic bedroom, it is appropriate to use light colors that give the room a certain lightness and airiness.

In this room with a sloped ceiling, it is not advisable to use large quantities of red, burgundy, orange and other too bright colors.

In the photo there is a design of a bedroom in the attic for a couple with a child, made in light colors.

It is better to use saturated shades in fragments or in a combined contrasting finish, thus it will turn out to form a truly dynamic design.

Styles

The variety of modern styles allows you to turn the attic space into a real design masterpiece.

Provence style attic

This style is best suited for decorating a bedroom in the attic. Thanks to such a simple and measured design, it turns out to achieve a peaceful atmosphere.

Distinctive style features of the rustic Provence are wood trim and furniture, which is distinguished by an old look or decor using decoupage technique. French provincial design allows for floral wallpapers or textiles, glass chandeliers and light carved furnishings.

The photo shows a Provence-style attic bedroom, decorated in pale pink colors.

Loft style bedroom

An urban loft that carries the atmosphere of an attic space, it fits especially organically into the bedroom in the attic.

The general style picture of an industrial interior is represented by brickwork, concrete or carelessly plastered surfaces, the presence of open communications, ventilation pipes and rough beams. The furnishings acquire a certain modernity due to multifunctional furnishings, appliances and high-quality lighting.

The photo shows the design of a spacious men's bedroom in the attic, made in the loft style.

Chalet

With this special style, you can achieve a truly spectacular design and a stunning cozy atmosphere in the room. This is helped by natural wood, which is present in the ceiling, wall, floor decoration or furniture, as well as the presence of a warm stone fireplace, muted soft light and a fur blanket on a spacious bed.

Quite often, the attic bedroom has an extensive terrace. Especially incredible attractive and interesting design in the style of a chalet turns out to be created in a log house.

The photo shows the interior of a chalet-style bedroom located in the attic in a wooden house.

Scandinavian

The Nordic style is the embodiment of a cozy and calm design that promotes relaxation and comfort. In the decoration of the scandi interior, mainly white or gray brickwork, plaster or natural wood is found, adding a special naturalness to the setting.

A similar stylistic direction, due to the light color scheme, is perfect for decorating a small-sized attic.

High tech

Reasonable moderate decoration combined with high technology is appropriate in this nano-style.The futuristic setting is mainly characterized by multi-level lighting and various illumination in combination with laconic cladding and mirrored, matte or glossy textures.

Classical

The classic fits especially harmoniously into more spacious attic rooms with large windows. Massive furniture, a large luxurious chandelier and rich decor will look great in such a space.

Classic finishes are characterized by high-quality and natural materials such as wood or marble, as well as noble colors such as white, brown, olive, burgundy, blue and green.

Furniture can be decorated with carved elements or have precious fittings, as curtains, heavy draped fabrics of beige, gold or cream are used.

How to furnish a bedroom?

Examples of competent arrangement of a bedroom:

• Curtains and other textiles.Particularly important is the choice of curtains, which can be made from a transparent material that allows light to pass through, or from a denser fabric that helps to shade the room. A fairly common solution for a bedroom is considered to be blinds or day-night curtains that do not let in daylight. For an attic in a light design, bright decor will be appropriate, in the form of pillows, bedspreads, blankets or a small rug located in the middle of the room or near the sleeping bed.
• Lighting on the attic floor. Due to its unusual shape, the attic room needs a non-standard approach to the organization of lighting. As a central light in the attic, you can hang a chandelier and complement it with table lamps, sconces and floor lamps. Very often, spotlights or various illumination are installed in this room.
• Furniture.Due to the non-standard sloping roof, the attic does not imply the choice of ordinary furniture and the possibility of placement along the walls. A more rational solution is built-in structures or custom-made models. First of all, in the attic, they think over the location of the sofa and bed, which is better to install under the roof slope. Also, the furnishings are perfectly complemented by bedside tables, armchairs and spacious storage systems, such as sliding wardrobes, which are especially well placed under inclined arches.

The photo shows the textile decoration of the bedroom in the attic in an oriental style.

You can add light to the space through an additional window opening or false window, in the form of a frame with tinted glass or a mirror illuminated by LED lamps.

In the photo, the interior of the attic bedroom with lighting, the form of ceiling lamps and bedside lamps.

Excellent additional elements will be a sofa and a TV set in a composition with several floor lamps. Thus, it will be possible to create a comfortable area for relaxation and cozy pastime under the roof.

The photo shows a panoramic window in the attic bedroom, decorated with white transparent curtains with light brown curtains.

Finishing options

Popular finishing solutions:

• Ceiling. Particularly important in the design of an attic room is the design of a non-standard ceiling with inclined surfaces, beamed ceilings and other nuances. To level the ceiling surface and make the atmosphere more comfortable, drywall is used. As a finish, paint, stretch canvases, lining or wallpaper are used.
• Walls. Wall decoration involves a fairly extensive number of options, for example, painting, whitewashing, plastering or wallpapering. Very often there are pvc panels in the interior, which can differ in the most varied colors or imitation of natural textures.A more winning and original design is obtained with the use of combined finishes or photo wallpaper, which add special dynamics to the space.
• Floor. For the floor, it is advisable to select a warm and pleasant to the touch coating that has good sound insulation. For example, it is especially appropriate to decorate with soft carpet or modular carpet tiles with a stronger base, parquet boards or laminate, which greatly simplifies the cleaning process.

The photo shows the design of a bedroom in the attic with a wooden ceiling in brown tones.

Currently, finishing materials have a huge assortment. When choosing, first of all, they pay attention not only to beauty, but also to environmentally friendly and practical qualities.

The photo shows a small attic bedroom with walls tiled with white brickwork.

Bedroom interior design

When arranging an attic, you can experiment with décor such as soft pillows, fluffy blankets, carpets, candles, spectacular mirrors and other creative objects with a touch of eclecticism. Living plants will be the finishing touch to the interior.

In the photo, decorating a bedroom in the attic, decorated in a shabby chic style.

Special coziness is achieved due to the design of the ceiling with beams, which will look especially perfect in combination with the clapboard. This ceiling combination fits perfectly even into a small bedroom. An attic with such an architectural element as a bay window will form a holistic interior image and provide additional space for a seating area, a reading corner or a mini-greenhouse.

Examples of a children's bedroom

An attic space with a gable roof, especially suitable for equipping a bedroom for two children. Thanks to this layout, it turns out to form a separate area for each child.

Due to the non-standard geometry of the attic, it is possible to implement a variety of creative ideas, for example, to equip an additional skylight through which the sun's rays will penetrate during the day, and the stars are visible at night.

An attic room for a teenager is practically no different from an adult bedroom. To create a youthful design, you can use any ultra-modern styles, such as a loft. The presence of wooden beams, brick or other rough finish will perfectly complement the living space for a guy.

The photo shows the interior of a small teenage attic bedroom for a girl.

Photo gallery

A bedroom in the attic, both in a private cottage and in a country cottage, can be a secluded and cozy space where you can comfortably relax from the everyday hustle and bustle.