Ideas To Split A Shared Bedroom

Sliding door separating boy's and girl's bedrooms

Credit: Spike Powell

Does the thought of dividing a space sound stressful and maybe even a tad uncomfortable? Understandably so. If you're prepared to think creatively with a room's setup, then you won't have to compromise style to make this happen. Don't believe us? See for yourself.

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Double Up

Two bedrooms separated by pocket door; beds have storage underneath

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For privacy's sake, this family chose to divide a shared bedroom with an inconspicuous pocket door. Each bed has hidden storage compartments, which are brilliant for holding blankets, sheets, and out of season clothing.

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Roll With It

Girl's room with pink pull out bed

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Whether two girls are sharing a bedroom or it's a guest room with extra sleeping spots, make smart furniture choices. Here, a roll out bed helps solve space issues.

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Growing Together

White walls and bunk beds in children's room

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Sharing spaces can start from the very beginning. Play it safe with all white furniture and add bursts of color with the rug, linens, and artwork.

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Bunking Together

White bunk bed with white ladder and shelves

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The Brady bunch kids made bunk beds look dreamy. If your kids need to share a space, consider doubling up so you don't infringe upon the playtime area.

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Baby Blues

White bunk bed with bright aqua blue wall

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If you take the space-saving bunk bed route, bring in fun design elements into the space like mismatched sheets and bold wall color.

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Staying Neutral

Children's bedroom

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If you have a boy and a girl bunking together, stick to gender neutral colors. Ash wood and a soft shade of terracotta will make both kids feel right at home in their own environment.

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Mix and Match

Children's bedroom decorated with patterns

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When it comes to decorating for teenage girls, it's all about mixing and matching. Blending styles (stripes, florals, plaids) can live peacefully if you stick to a consistent color palette.

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Split Decision

Sliding door separating boy's and girl's bedrooms

Credit: Spike Powell

You might not be able to give everyone a bedroom, but you can provide them with personal space. Be creative and strategic with the setup. Sliding door panels separate a brother and a sister in this oversized bedroom.

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Ideas To Split A Shared Bedroom