How to Organize a Small Guest Room

The first step in organizing any room in your home is to get inspired. Look online for small space design ideas. There are lots of options out there, and seeing what draws you in most will help you narrow down what you want your room to look like.

Ask yourself a few questions before getting started:

• Do you want your room to have a theme? Having a theme in mind can keep you focused on what items and style elements you want to incorporate. 
• How big is your space? You know what they say-- “measure twice, cut once.”  And when it comes to your small space, a similar idea applies. You want to know exactly how much space you are working with so you use the right items in the right locations.
• Who will be using the space the most? While this is a general guest room, you might have specific guests visiting you more often than others. What would make this space more comfortable for them?
• What are your organizational needs? Small spaces can present big organizational challenges due to, you guessed it, space! Figure out what organizational needs your room has. This will help you figure out how to make the space most functional.

Everyone has some amount of clutter, and it looks overwhelming when you have clutter in a small space, especially if you are using it for extra storage. When it comes to decluttering and home organization, start with one side of the room at a time. Looking at the room as a whole will make you not want to work on it, so take it in steps.

Keep your important documents, sentimental items, and anything that you are 100% sure you want to keep in one location. For items that you no longer want or need, make a pile to donate and a pile for the trash. Soon, you’ll have a decluttered space that is ready for the next step.

Now that you have gotten inspired and removed the clutter from the room, it’s time to make your space a luxurious and peaceful guest room. When you add furniture and decor, remember that you want to make sure the space remains functional.

Here are some ideas of what to put in your small guest room to make it beautiful and useful:

• A bed that fits the space: Since you have a smaller space to work with, consider having a bed that can fit two people without taking up the entire area of the room.
• Nightstand with lamp: Your guests may want to read before bed or may not want to use the overhead light. Include a nightstand that has a drawer for keys and wallets as well as a good, well-lit lamp.
• Accent rugs, mirrors, and add ons: Rugs add a cozy ambiance to a space and can match the theme of your room. Mirrors and little touches like a small care package with a toothbrush and toothpaste really go the extra mile.
• Closet space: Don’t leave your clothes in the guest room closet. Your guests will need a place to hang their clothes, too.
• Storage options: Just like the closet space, make sure you have storage options for your guest room as well. This could include space in drawers, a jewelry box, a tie rack, or a folding rack for luggage.
• Under the bed storage: This is a great solution since the space under the bed is often overlooked. You can easily store your personal items in under-the-bed storage and leave the closet open to your guests.
• Door Hooks: Mydomaine.com suggests adding hooks to the back of the door frees up closet space and gives your guests a place to hang their coats or handbags.

Home organization for a small guest room doesn’t have to make you want to pull out your hair. Remember, start by finding your room inspiration and removing clutter. Then you will be able to see your space more clearly. Give these simple, yet effective tips a try, and you will have a guest room that all your visitors will be talking about.