Essential Design features for a Student Bedroom

In this blog we’re going to look at the latest trends and ideas within student bedroom design.  Unsurprisingly, storage and comfort top the list of essential must haves.

Whether it be new build or refurbishment, storage space is always at a premium in student accommodation so clever ideas to create ‘pockets’ or ‘cubbies’ is a great way to maximise the available room space.

“Clutter is not just the stuff on your floor – it’s anything that stands between you and the life you want to be living”, Peter Walsh, professional organizer.

Promoting a positive and healthy living environment, particularly for those who are studying and leading busy social lives, must begin within the living space of the individual.

Conscientious bedroom furniture design can have a truly positive impact in enriching the student experience. Subtle details, like a curved desktop or secret drawer (as seen above – spot the drawer!) is a step beyond rudimentary.

Headboard units featuring a ‘cubby with power connection’ to store life’s most valuable possession – the smart phone – is an absolute must have!

Beyond the obvious book shelving or desk drawers the bed is a perfect stronghold for storage – ease of access is certainly worth considering, and the ability to lock or secure the bed storage section is commonly requested.

Having somewhere to store bulky items (suitcases etc) is a fundamental requirement when considering student bedroom furniture design – as it is likely most students will arrive with one – but accessing this storage area requires some forethought.

A ‘Gas Strut’ bed provides a safe and easy-to-use mechanism enabling the underbed storage to become a space to store more frequently used items such as; sports equipment or bedding.

Refocusing the use of wardrobes and drawers for items they are specifically designed to store! Reducing misuse / damage / maintenance.  

The use of calming colours in a student bedroom which connects people with nature can reduce stress and increase peace and wellbeing. Green represents nature and sustainability more than any other colour.

In "Biophilic Design", rooms are designed with gradations of green tones, which reflect the diversity of nature when combined with natural materials.

Together with woodgrains in medium to dark brown tones, this green looks very natural and elegant.

Other options to use green in a student bedroom include bedding or general accessorisation and we’re seeing green coming through strongly in interiors as well as other soothing warm earthy tones.

We come across many student bedrooms that do not take advantage of the nice views often available out of the bedroom window. 

So, a popular design feature is to combine storage with a window seat so you can gaze out of the window to give you some inspiration when writing your latest essay!

So to conclude, there are many things to think about when designing a student bedroom and storage, colour and making the most of any natural light and views are certainly key considerations. And if you need any help or advice on any future projects then we’d be delighted to help.