Once your children have grown up into adults and have moved out to brave the world on their own, their empty bedroom reminds you of empty space in your heart and your home. To make use of this space, try turning that space into a place of comfort and usefulness. There are a a lot of ideas to consider such as, converting it into a guest room, art corner, media room, at-home office space, meditation room, fitness center, and much more. This can be a daunting project but the benefits will be worth your effort. In this blog, we’ll discuss what you can do with a spare bedroom when a child moves out.
In case you have sufficient space for a guest room, consider redecorating your child’s bedroom so that they feel comfortable and content during their visit. Change their kid theme-based wallpaper into a more relaxing wallpaper or update with paint. Give their bedroom a glow-up by doing the following activities:
This project will you adjust to the now empty nest feelings. Moreover, you’ll have a space set aside for your child to come, visit and feel comfortable. It can also serve as a guest room for anyone else who comes to visit you.
If fitness is important to you and want to incorporate it into your life, set up an in-home fitness center, and have flexibility to work out whenever you want to. With an in-home gym, you need not shell out money on a monthly gym membership. However, to set up a home gym, you need to make a list of your equipment you will need, plan out where each piece of equipment will be placed, and upgrade the wall and flooring area so as to make them durable to sustain the dropping weights and hitting of punching bag against the wall. You might invest in life-size mirrors, as you can watch your posture and it helps in making your room appear bigger. Make sure that enough lights are in place. You can also consider installing a dimmer system for your home-based gym.
Post covid, many people and companies are still working from home. If you have a dedicated space to work at home, it will help you maintain a proper balance between work life and home life. Make your home-based office fully comfortable and function in a way that appeals to you. Pick up some furniture that offers full comfort and an office-like feel or appearance. Also, invest on some quality storage solutions that are easy to access. The way your office looks reflects your professional approach and personality. A well-organized office will boost your productivity and keep you motivated throughout the day. Make sure that there are minimal visible cords behind your desk, secure them using a hook, clip, or use cord covers as too many visible cords make your office look cluttered. Make a solid or light-hued wallpaper for the office wall. Invest in a good-quality rug to keep you grounded throughout the day.
If you need a place to escape the day and find some time for yourself, consider using your child’s room as a meditation or a yoga room. Follow a minimalistic approach and try to keep the space simple. Set up your space based on your personal preferences. Make lighting choices based on whether you want to mediate in dim light or want a good amount of light. Choose colors that can make you feel relaxed and comfortable. Set up your room to reflect your preference of where you prefer to meditate i.e. on a floor, mattress, couch, or cushion. Choose a wallpaper or paint color, seating system, and lightening system for your updated space. You can also place some indoor plants that can provide you with fresh oxygen during deep practice.
Convert your child’s bedroom into a place where your creativity can flow freely. It’s the perfect time to engage in something that you have always wanted to do be it painting, dancing, knitting, crafting, or reading, writing, or any other hobby.
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