How to Create the Ultimate Gaming Bedroom

From playing in an arcade to huddling around an early version of PlayStation in the front room, video gaming is now so advanced that it can be played anytime, anywhere. And with most young kids (and some not so young adults) looking to make the most of their gaming experience, it just makes sense that avid gamers would want to make their bedroom space into the ultimate gaming haven. A well-designed space featuring a gaming bed can enhance the gaming experience no end, but a focus on gaming doesn’t mean a compromise on floorspace or storage. 

In this blog, we take a look at some fundamentals when it comes to constructing your ideal gaming room, discuss gaming bedroom ideas for small bedrooms and provide some inspiration when it comes to the best beds for gaming. 

Gaming bedroom ideas: nail the basics

If you’re planning a bedroom makeover to make sure you’ve got the best gaming room design imaginable, you need to start with the basics for a solid foundation to ensure success. 

Map your space

Like with any bedroom upgrade, you first need to fully understand the space you are working with. We would highly recommend getting your trusty tape measure out to help you map out your bedroom with some precise measurements in mind. 

Find your furniture

With your floorplan sketched out, it’s time to pick your furniture. Having a really good quality bed that’s suitable for gaming is a must, but it’s also good to consider whether any storage units or other chairs are required in your space. You don’t want any clutter to impact your new setup!

Light it up

Once you’ve got your chosen furniture firmly in mind, the last thing on our basic level design agenda is to make sure the lighting in your gaming room is on point. Whether it’s installing some neon lights around the outskirts of your gaming bed or ensuring you can achieve maximum darkness with dimmable LEDs lamps, how you approach lighting is essential to curating the ultimate gaming pad. 

Essential components to build your gaming room

Whilst it sounds futuristic, a gaming bedroom consists of a few simple yet essential furniture and accessory components, including: 

• a gaming bed
• a gaming chair
• a storage unit of some description
• some killer speakers 
• and, of course, your preferred console and a screen or TV 

Check these things off your list and you’ll have a fully functioning dream gamer bedroom on your hands!

Innovative gaming bedroom ideas

Gaming bedrooms are all about fun, expression and creativity. That’s why no two gaming bedrooms are the same: there is huge scope for injecting some of your personality into your space. 

Investing in a Time4Sleep gaming bed that comes complete with integrated storage can offer up an extra spot to proudly display some specific gaming memorabilia. With a bed, games space and storage in one, there might also be more free wall space to hang posters related to your favourite video games to help you create a truly immersive gaming den.

We’ve already touched on it, but an emphasis on lighting will also add that extra touch of finesse to your gaming bedroom. Whether it’s built-in dimmers in the ceiling, small neon lights to encircle your new gaming bed or some well placed spotlights, some innovative lighting choices could really boost your playing experience and make you the envy of all your friends and gaming buddies. 

Gaming room ideas for small rooms

If you’ve got a smaller room or are looking to renovate a spare bedroom, size should not be a barrier to your gaming room ambitions, you just might need to get a little creative. 

Opting for a multi-functional bed which doubles up as a storage unit can be a great way of ensuring you have enough space for clothes, trinkets and more, without needing to sacrifice space focused on your gaming experience. You could also consider having some built in ceiling lights to ensure your room is well lit and to remove the need for a lamp which can take up that crucial floorspace. 

How can gaming beds enhance your gaming experience?

Your gaming experience will be completely enhanced by investing in a bespoke gaming bed from Time4Sleep. Prepare for your mind to be blown!

Our Noah White High Sleeper Bed Frame which comes complete with a gaming desk, perfect for FIFA matches, Call of Duty battles and even just plain working from home is a great bespoke bed option for gamers. Or why not check out our Estella Grey High Sleeper Bed Frame, which offers an alternative style and a ladder situated on the side of the bed, rather than the foot? Both the Noah and Estella bed frames would make a fantastic gaming base – all you need to work out is which one works best for you and your space!  

But if you’re looking for something truly spectacular, this is hands down the best gaming bed for you. The Loftpod Solo gaming bed comes in a variety of colours and will be the envy of any gaming community. Complete with storage on the side for books, clothes or memorabilia, the Loftpod Solo comes with a dedicated space for a gaming console, tv and gaming chair to slot comfortably beneath a perfectly sized single mattress space. Once you’re done gaming, you can take the very short trip to the ladder at the foot of the Loftpod Solo unit to crawl into bed for a restorative night of sleep. The Loftpod Solo is also incredibly compact meaning it is a great space saver for any gaming bedroom. 

Searching for more ways to boost your sleep quality?

At Time4Sleep we are all about boosting your chances of getting the most restful night’s sleep possible in the most comfortable bed! If you prefer watching TV over gaming, why not check out our range of TV beds, or consider a brand new sofa bed if space is at a premium? Our Time4Sleep blog is the place to go for bedroom inspiration, so why not start there!