Good enough for kids or adults!
As an adult, the thought of laying down in a twin bed may sound like a nightmare if you shared a bedroom with a sibling growing up—or like a dream if bunking with a roommate was a cherished highlight of your time in college. Instead of putting twin beds in a box of memories, think outside of using them solely for children's rooms! At House Beautiful, we're here to prove that twin beds will always be relevant, especially for visiting adults who stay the night in guest rooms.
Whether it is one bed, or two identical beds side-by-side that make them twice as fun to look at and decorate with, you can use creativity to explore how to make twin beds work in your home. A twin bed is a million times cozier than a futon (someone had to say it!) and is less of an eyesore. You can bring a twin bed into a large guest room if you're hosting a family or give your guest room a bespoke hotel vibe. A twin bed can even work double time in your office, better known as your extra bedroom.
To help you relive your former days of glory, we decided to spotlight our favorite designer bedrooms with chic twin beds that are packed with personality, comfort, and function. Maybe you're designing a bedroom for actual twins who have distinct design preferences, or a returning college graduate who wants to feel empowered in their space, or just all the guests you plan to host. Either way, the twin bed decorating ideas below will create new and stylish memories. Trust us, you'll find yourself sleeping on them too.
Elizabeth Hay gave her 16th-century thatched cottage a makeover, turning it into an eclectic haven layered with patterns. In this bedroom, she added yellow-painted bobbin four poster beds—designed by Hay—contrast perfectly with deep green Edward Bulmer walls and mustard bedding. The lamp is actually a vase Hay had wired for lighting!
Tuck a twin bed into a nook and your guest will never want to leave! With two glossy gray wall sconces, multiple prints and patterns on the bedding, and a fun leopard wallpaper, this room does it all without overwhelming the space. And speaking of fun prints, don't be afraid of mixing them, as Studio DB boldly did in this bedroom. The wilder, the better.
This bedroom by designer Katie Lyndon is the perfect example of making a twin bed work for any age range. It has smart storage solutions with playful yet grown-up decor on display, a neutral color palette brought to life with fun prints and motifs, and high-quality bedding.
Get really out-of-the-box and make a guest room out of nothing like this bedroom design by Leanne Ford Interiors. With the sun streaming in from the ceiling and breathable linen bedding, it is a warm wake-up call for guests to get back to reality.
This Instagrammable bedroom can be a hideout for teens or a relaxing escape for visiting friends. Designer Charlotte Lucas designed sibling rooms in our 2020 Whole Home Concept House. A whimsical leafy mural envelops the bedroom and is offset by a graphic-dotted carpet and matching retro headboards.
If your guests include two siblings with a wide age gap, this nautical room by Ashley Gilbreath is cool enough to keep the temper tantrums at bay. You not only save room but can cater to their nighttime reading preferences and aesthetics with built-in bedside shelving.
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Rethink the classic side-by-side vertical layout and orient two twin bids against a wall horizontally facing each other with a side table in between. Cuff Studio opted for a central table that fits all the kid's records and books.
Sky-high Suzani canopies make these twin beds in a room by Melissa Rufty super luxe and classic but also fun and unexpected. The matching skirts and intricate black and white pillows contrast nicely with the dainty floral wallpaper and traditional monogrammed coverlets.
Nestled into a corner, this cozy twin bed in a room by Kevin Scott feels contemporary and fresh but also sweet and cozy for a kid entering their teens in a smaller bedroom.
Hang a store-bought canopy from the ceiling instead of going the custom route, which requires significantly more commitment. In this purple design by Garrow Kedigian, the cream canopy complements the headboard and adds dimension.
The more the merrier, right? Beatriz da Costa created the ultimate resting space by cocooning the walls in a sky blue wallpaper that will inspire a carefree childhood but also lend itself well to a more mature age group as the occupant grows up.
This chic bedroom by Tamsin Johnson Interiors proves that, with the right styling approach, twin beds can look just grown up as a double, queen, or even king-sized bed. Here, a nearby chaise, elevated lighting and accents, like the mirror and curtains, and a tasteful color scheme do the trick.
Interior designer Amir Khamneipur needed to squeeze a guest room into his small apartment for his nephew. So he created a pair of six-foot-long banquettes that pivot to become twin beds. They're customized with built-in drawers to store bedding, too.
Just because they're twins doesn't mean they always have to match! Opt for complementary bedding in varying tones and shades for a more eclectic and unique look. Take note of this laidback yet polished bedroom by Heidi Caillier.
Breegan Jane opted for contemporary, transitional pieces here. From the sculptural lamp to the suede bedframe, graphic throws, crisp bedding, and abstract artwork, everything feels both youthful and timeless.
Polka dot walls and a sharp black lamp help anchor this sweet bedroom by Brittany Bromley. Stacked with plenty of pillows and luxe bedding, these shabby chic twin beds are sure to inspire sweet dreams.
Three twin beds along the back wall of this media room by Charlotte Barnes double as extra beds for sleepovers but they also function as comfy sofas for viewing parties.
Give twin beds in a shared bedroom some privacy with a cutin certain. This long and narrow space designed by Cameron Rupert Interiors features a whimsical style and practical built-ins.
Imaginative wall decals and playful bedframes in this bedroom by Ellen Niven ensure a kid-friendly mood. But classic investment pieces like an antique dresser provide longevity.
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