If you regularly have people staying with you, or you expect to have guests in the near future, a guest room remodel is the perfect way to make them feel extra welcome and comfortable when they visit.
Whether you already have a room that needs updating or you’re remodeling another space to become your guest bedroom, here are a few remodel tips and ideas for creating the perfect retreat for your visitors:
1. Update the Paint, Flooring, and Other Basics
Do your floors need updating? What about the paint? Is the ceiling in good condition? Focus on the basics first before choosing the perfect decorative pillows and fixtures.
Neutral, soothing tones for your flooring and walls can help create a space that all your guests will enjoy and feel comfortable in. If you’re not sure where to start, remember that calming browns, tans, greens, and blues are almost universally liked, so it’s hard to go wrong with them.
2. Choose the Perfect Lighting
Your guest room is the place where your friends and family will sleep and rest when they visit, so it’s important to make the space relaxing and tranquil. Creating the perfect ambiance with soft lighting is a great way to help guests unwind and sleep well.
Consider adding a dimmer switch for overhead lighting, and plenty of lamps, so your guests can control how much light is in the room. It’s also a good idea to provide a nightlight, so your visitors can find their way out of bed to the bathroom at night.
3. Make Sure There’s Enough Storage Space
Especially if your guests are staying with you for an extended period of time, they’ll likely want to unpack their suitcases or bags when they arrive. Providing a dresser or closet where people can store their clothes and other belongings is a sure way to make them feel welcome.
Hangers, closet organizers, and drawer dividers can also help your guests stay organized while they’re with you. If you’re feeling generous, you could even keep an iron and ironing board in the closet, so your visitors can remove any suitcase wrinkles from their clothes.
4. Add or Update a Guest Bathroom
While it isn’t always necessary, especially if there is a nearby bathroom or powder room, an attached or adjacent bathroom for your guests that’s reserved only for their use is the perfect addition to any guest bedroom.
If you have room in your budget, think about adding a full or half bath for your guests or remodeling an existing one. Including basic essentials like soap, toothpaste, and shampoo will really help your visitors feel at home.
5. Stick to Light, Soothing Colors
Light colors and calming tones are great for the big surfaces and items in your guest room, especially if you’re working with a small space. Light colors make a room look and feel larger than it is. That’s because human perception makes lighter tones appear to recede into the distance, while darker tones advance.
Sticking to lighter, more neutral tones for your flooring, walls, ceiling, duvet or comforter, and window coverings is helpful in a guest room, especially if your goal is to make the space feel bigger and more welcoming. This also means you can play with different colors when it comes to other, less permanent design elements like throw blankets, pillows, rugs, and artwork.
6. Focus on the Finishing Touches
The biggest challenge of creating the perfect guest room is making your friends and family feel at home in the space when they visit. It can really help to focus on the little details and cozy touches that will make the room feel homey.
Pay close attention to elements like bedding, artwork, rugs, and storage, just as you would if you were remodeling your own bedroom. Small details like throw pillows, extra blankets, lamps, rugs, and window coverings go a long way towards creating the perfect, home-like guest room.
If you have space in your home and budget, consider providing some extra comforts and essentials for your guests. Here are a few ideas:
- Mirror
- TV
- Armchair
- Stocked bookshelf
- Coffee maker
- Clock
Are you planning to remodel a guest room or spare bedroom?
We’re here to help and answer your questions! At Square Deal Remodeling, we know that remodeling your home is a big deal, and we’re dedicated to making sure you get the results you want. We’re with you every step of the way, through the design, planning, and construction of your project. We care about your time, budget, and vision, and we are committed to giving you the space you’ve always wanted.
Have questions? Ready to get started? Give us a call at (503) 254-4156 or contact us online today.