Transforming Compact Bedrooms into Spacious Retreats!

Welcome back to The Parental Pad, our bedroom renovation embodies one of my core design philosophies: turning constraints into creative opportunities. The challenge? Renovating small bedrooms without expanding their footprint. The goal? To maximize functionality and make the space feel open and inviting.

With limited square footage, we had to think outside the box and make every design choice count. We began by reorienting the bed to create a more efficient layout and introduced compact shutters and blinds to save precious wall space while enhancing light control. The wardrobe got an upgrade, eliminating the need for additional bulky furniture and keeping the room clutter-free.

To free up surface space, we swapped out traditional bedside lamps for sleek pendant lights. And for those looking for innovative storage solutions, we incorporated a gas lift bed base that offers ample hidden storage without encroaching on the room's footprint.

This renovation showcases how thoughtful design can transform even the smallest of spaces. Whether you're dealing with a cozy guest room or a petite master suite, there are always ways to enhance functionality and create a sense of spaciousness. In this blog, you’ll find a before-and-after tour of the bedrooms, complete with images and details of all the products we used. Join us as we delve into the details and share tips to help you make the most of your small spaces. Happy renovating!

Wallpaper

Wallpaper selections from the Resene Summer Wallpaper Collection. The range captures the carefree magic of summer, transforming spaces into havens of elegance and tranquillity. 

Master bedroom Walls in Resene Wallpaper Collection CLR001

Master bedroom Feature Wall in Resene Wallpaper Collection SUM405 

Study Walls in Resene Wallpaper Collection SUM102

Hallway in Resene Kent Wallpaper Collection GLA603

Shutters 

Custom-made shutters from The Refinery. Regular rectangle shutter in Basswood in the colour Mushroom with 89mm blade size. Size 1240 x 1140 with outside mounting and an L Frame. Hidden tilt-bar and mushroom hinges.

Carpet

Godfrey Hirst Tundra Plains Wool Carpet in the colour Heretaunga Plains for both bedrooms and hallway. Level loop pile carpet made from locally grown wool, this range has been designed with busy lifestyles in mind, and is manufactured in Aotearoa.

Wardrobes

Wardrobes Online Master Wardrobe 2000mm Wide. Aspiring 600 Series Drawer Duo Deca System. 3x Hanging rails into the returns. Doors: Triple Ultra Series Doors – 1x Mirror. 2x White Melamine. Tracks & Frame in White.

Wardrobes Online Study Wardrobe 2400mm Wide. Aspiring 600 Series Shelf Duo System. 2x Hanging rails into the returns. Doors: Triple Ultra Series Doors –3x White melamine. Tracks & Frame in White.

Resene Paint

The ceiling in Resene Quarter Alabaster painted in Resene Ceiling Paint 

Trims in Resene Quarter Alabaster painted in Resene Lustacryl semi-gloss waterborne enamel.

Study Desk Unit from Kaboodle Kitchens.

DIY design and installation with two 600mm wall cabinets and 1x 450mm 4-drawer base and hevea timber benchtop cut and installed for the top. Two 600mm wall cabinets above, and all with 128mm white pasto kitchen handles and soft close hinges.  

Glass Pendant Lights from Mr Ralph