February 6, 2023, 2:54 pm | Read time: 6 minutes
Sleeping under the roof always has a dreamy quality, but setting up the living space accordingly can be challenging. We’ll share which lighting, colors, and furniture are best suited for this area.
Living spaces located under the roof can be a real challenge when it comes to furnishing. Special furniture is needed for the slope of the walls and the height of the knee wall, but above all, good planning is essential. However, a bedroom with sloping ceilings can quickly be transformed into a cozy place of relaxation with the right ideas–myHOMEBOOK reveals how it’s done.
Pros and Cons of Living Spaces Under the Roof
Living spaces under the roof are polarizing. Either you appreciate them, or they are not an option when searching for an apartment. Undoubtedly, this area is not as usable as rooms with straight walls. Everything depends on the height of the knee wall. But everything below it can be sensibly integrated with the right furnishings. Especially in a bedroom with a sloping ceiling, where you mostly spend time lying down, the bed needs to be in the right location. Nevertheless, the room should be easily passable when standing.
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The good thing about sleeping under the roof is that there is no noise from above due to overlying neighbors. Instead, with a bit of luck and an open architecture, you can see the stars as you fall asleep. Often, living spaces under the roof have large window fronts, which provide more brightness than other rooms.
What Colors for a Bedroom with a Sloping Ceiling?
Because the living space in the attic is already quite cramped due to its slopes, the color effect in the room must skillfully compensate. This is especially true if it is a very small bedroom with a sloping ceiling. What is needed is an expansive effect, primarily created by light colors such as white, cream, or light gray. Especially in summer, a light color choice proves worthwhile, as it better reflects sunlight and counteracts the heating of the room.
If you still want to focus on dark colors and have plenty of space under the roof, it’s best to choose dark blue or green. Both tones have a calming effect due to their naturalness. This makes the ambiance feel like sleeping under a canopy of stars. However, it’s advisable to avoid overly bright, dark colors, as they tend to have a stimulating rather than relaxing effect.
Sleeping Under the Window
If you’re already sleeping in the attic, you should take advantage of it and place the bed under one of the recessed roof windows. However, it must have a low headboard suitable for the knee wall or, like a futon, do without one entirely. Large, fluffy pillows can be used to imitate a headboard.
Box spring beds are generally less suitable for a bedroom with a sloping ceiling due to their usually high headboards. If the bed is under a window, the gable wall can be used for larger furniture like a wardrobe or a tall shelf. And of course, the view in the morning and evening with a direct gaze toward the sky is simply priceless. Add two minimalist nightstands with lights on either side, and the cozy sleeping area is complete!
Finding the Right Bedroom Furniture
Because a bedroom with sloping ceilings is not as spacious as one with conventional dimensions, different furniture is sometimes needed. However, the general rule is to keep the furnishings in a bedroom under the roof as simple as possible. Make sure all furniture in the room appears more delicate rather than bulky. Also, there shouldn’t be too many or too conspicuous pieces of furniture. It simply has to fit: custom-made furniture is best suited to maximize every square inch of the rather cramped space.
If a wardrobe doesn’t fit in the room and a custom-made piece seems too expensive, a height-adjustable clothes rack is worthwhile. It looks casual and gives the ambiance more room to breathe. Alternatively, several lined-up dressers, sideboards, or lowboards can provide plenty of storage space. A tiered shelf can also provide room division, especially in larger bedrooms under the roof.
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Using Light Sources Strategically
Typically, a room in the attic is flooded with light. However, the sloping walls absorb quite a bit of it, so a good lighting concept is still needed. To avoid a dark, cramped, and therefore rather uncomfortable atmosphere, it’s recommended to install large lights directly under the ceiling. Additional spotlights provide support and optimally illuminate a bedroom with sloping ceilings.
For coziness, all that’s needed is indirect lighting. Mood lights at various levels and locations in the room create a pleasant wave of light. Ideal are table lamps for sideboards, floor lamps next to the bed, or even string lights wrapped around beams or slopes.
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Setting the Scene for a Bedroom Under the Roof
Often, a bedroom under the roof has a dreamy quality due to its proximity to the starry sky. This character can be highlighted with specific accessories. The Boho Chic style is popular here, featuring macrame, dream catchers, and fluffy rugs on the floor. Additionally, old wooden crates and natural fiber baskets for storing pillows and blankets, as well as green plants on beams or sloping ceilings, create a cozy atmosphere in the room.
A few candles, pictures, and some wall decor on the straight walls are essential. Small mirrors in organic shapes not only bring special light accents but also an optical stretch to the bedroom with a sloping ceiling. Don’t forget: all windows should be equipped with pleated blinds or roller shades to serve as privacy and sun protection, especially in summer.