16 Brilliant Tips for Organizing Your Bedroom

In this Montreal home by Les Ensembliers, a 12-drawer chest allows for storing endless bedside necessities. Bonus: Small drawers mean fewer items will roll around than they would in a chest with bigger drawers.

If you are looking for a way to marry style with function in your bedroom, you should consider adding a two-tiered nightstand to your space. The top drawer can be used for anything you want to keep out of sight (think: eyeglasses, a journal, medications), while the bottom shelf can chase more aesthetic pursuits, like the simple styling seen in this home by Lauren Nelson Design.

If you're someone who likes to lay out their clothes the night before work, we're begging you: Invest in a coat rack. Not only will it help keep you more organized, but it's far more stylish an option than tossing your blazer or sundress over a spare corner armchair.

While built-ins can be pricey (and time-consuming) to have installed, there is no better way to craft totally custom storage that really works for your space. The bespoke desk and bookshelf seen in this Regan Baker-designed room provide ample storage while creating an eye-catching statement.

There's no rule that says nightstands actually have to be, well, nightstands. In this tidy bedroom designed by Sarah Magness, a thrifted trunk takes the place of a bedside table, providing a flat surface for must-haves (and nice-to-haves) like books and florals, while boasting a roomy interior suitable for stashing out-of-season clothes, shoes and more.

Sometimes organizing a room comes down to making the most of underutilized areas—and no other spot is primed for an upgrade than under the bed. In this adult-friendly bunkroom, designer Regan Baker propped the bottom beds atop roomy drawers to give out-of-town visitors a spot to stash clothes, shoes, and more.

Oftentimes, the wall space behind a bed goes to waste, save for a bit of artwork. This creative bedroom organization solution from Summer Thornton Design addresses that very void, using the wall behind the headboard to create "cubbies" to house books, artwork and other accessories. While this is a more aesthetic application, the same built-in could be put to work to house clothes and shoes.

If you're in need of a bit of extra room, try a small dresser or chest in place of your typical nightstand. You'll get extra storage for your clothes, more space on top, and everything will be hidden out of sight in drawers.

The key to a clutter-free bedroom? Keeping knickknacks out of it in the first place. Place a slim chest of drawers or a demilune table right outside the entrance to your room to offer a spot to put away books or small accessories that would otherwise junk up your nightstand.

If you don't have space outside of your bedroom door for a console, put one inside nearby a connected bathroom. In designer Diane Ernjakovic's bedroom, a console acts as a pre-bath drop zone for clothing and other small items that would otherwise end up on the floor.

In this Bel Air home designed by Studio Shamshiri, slim floating shelves are key for adding extra storage while maintaining a light and airy feel. They're the perfect spot for storing everything from books to decor to tech accessories disguised in storage baskets.

Small space dwellers know: Murphy beds are where it's at. Once assumed to be an unfortunate relic of the '90s, this space-saving furniture design is back and better than ever, thanks to upgraded aesthetics. If you are really short on space, spring for a custom Murphy bed that boasts storage on both sides and frees up available floor space when not in use.

We've said it before, but we'll say it again: Organization can be beautiful! Color-coordinated storage boxes help create a unified look (while also concealing small items) in a bedroom. Choose a bold color and let your storage double as decor.

Baskets are an organizational MVP, going to work in rooms big and small to corral (and disguise!) extras that can lead to clutter. In the bedroom, stash one under your nightstand to house an extra blanket, throw pillows, or other extras.

A bed skirt is an easy way to add a pop of color or tie a room together, but have you also noticed how great it is at hiding the base of your bed? Beneath your bed frame is a key spot for organization, but it can lead to more visual clutter of you're not careful, so this is a great way to keep the aesthetics of your room clean.

No room for a closet? No worries! Optimize space without sacrificing style by adding two slim armoires on either side of the bed to stow away clothing and keep your bedroom organized.