Spare Room Ideas – What To Do With The Empty Space

Do you have a spare room in your home? Are you not sure what to do with the additional space?

It can be tricky to figure out what to do with a spare room but, luckily, interior designer, Ryan McDonough from MyJobQuote.co.uk is on hand to provide all the tips you need to figure out how to get the best use from the space in your home.

Create An Extra Bedroom

One of the easiest and most practical uses for a spare room is to turn it into a spare bedroom or guest bedroom. It only takes a few simple pieces of furniture to create a practical bedroom that you can use when people come to stay over. It’s best to choose light, airy, neutral colours for the décor so that the room feel bright airy, and free from clutter. Fitted furniture can help you make the most of a smaller spare room. Consider built-in mirrored wardrobes as the reflection can make the room appear much larger. Plus, the mirrors will brighten the room, making it more inviting for guests.

Create a Home Office

If you work from home full time or even if you just work from home occasionally, a home office is a great use for a spare room. You can find desks that are suitable to fit in any space, regardless of the size of your spare room.

You can choose from a floating desk that is fitted to the wall or a freestanding desk that you can place in a convenient spot in the room. Adding some plants to your office space is a great idea as this can bring some life into the room without making it feel too cluttered or overwhelming.

Create a Dressing Room

A dressing room is a great idea for making the most of a spare room. A dressing room can help to add a touch of glamour to your home and is an excellent practical use of the space. Consider installing some built-in wardrobes and place a dressing table and stool in the room. You can also add some stylish extra elements such as fancy mirrors, spotlights, and extra storage solutions for the ultimate functionality.

Create a Play Room

A play room for the children in your home is a great use of a spare room. This is a simple idea that doesn’t take much to achieve well. Consider installing some useful storage options where you can store things like toys, books, games, and anything else that your child may use in the room. Add colourful accents to make the room fun. Depending on how much space you have in the room, you could add a small bed to the room which would be great for when you child wants to have a friend over for a sleepover.

Create a Hobby Room

If you enjoy certain hobbies or would like to take up a new hobby, you could consider turning the spare room into a hobby room. This could lead to much more enjoyment in your free time and could even result in a DIY business, depending on what you’re interested in doing. If you like to paint, sew, or make things, you can have a room dedicated to your creativity. Be sure to have comfortable seating, a table, and good lighting so that you have as little strain as possible on your eyes and your back.

Add a Home Gym

It can be difficult to find the time and motivation to hit the gym – especially when you’re working full time. However, you may be more inclined to start working out if you have your own gym at home.

You may get the motivation you need to complete workouts if you add a home gym. When you walk past your treadmill and other workout equipment every day, you will find it difficult to find excuses. You can make your home gym as simple or as advanced as you like.

Incorporate a Library

If you’re a fan of reading and love collecting books, a home library could do wonders for your home. In the spare room, consider adding some wall shelves, freestanding shelves, or a dedicated bookcase for your reading collections. You can use these for your own enjoyment and guests can also enjoy selecting a book to read. It doesn’t have to be all books either. You can also add vacation souvenirs, photographs, artwork, and anything else that creates a warm and inviting ambience.

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