Student University Bedroom Furniture Ideas

The exams are done, the offers are in and your bags are packed. It’s finally time to spread your wings and head off to university for an exciting new chapter in your adult life! But what to do about your room!

While you might have all your courses and extracurricular activities mapped out, we bet you haven’t spent too much time thinking about your student bedroom! Whether you’re a fresher setting up in halls or moving into your own apartment or student house, putting your own stamp on your space can make the world of difference to your studies, sleep and overall university experience. 
In this blog, we’ve put together all the information future and current students need to put together the essentials for a uni room that will set them up for success.

How to create the ultimate university room

The best university bedroom will differ between students, but there are some essentials for a uni room that are non-negotiable. Every student room needs to have a good quality bed, a decent desk space and plenty of storage solutions to make it easy to keep the space neat and tidy. 

If you’re in the market for a good quality sleeping arrangement, you’ve come to the right place and you can check out our fantastic range of beds and mattresses to your heart's content. However, if your student residence already has a bed and mattress, investing in a mattress topper and some top notch bedsheets, blankets and pillows will help to make your bed feel more comfortable and homely. 

Next up is your desk space. Whether it’s a desktop, laptop, tablet or good old-fashioned pen and paper, your desk space needs to be able to accommodate your studying needs. Opting for a sturdy desk with a decent amount of space and plenty of nearby drawers, will mean it is easier to settle down to hit the books. And tidiness extends to the rest of your room too! Having plenty of storage spots housed within your desk and around your room will help you maintain a clean space to sleep and study.
Once you’ve got your bed, desk and storage sorted, it’s over to you to flex your inner interior designer and make the space your own.

Best storage ideas for your uni room

A clean room makes for a clear mind! Making sure your space is ship shape and shiny will make both studying and sleeping easier when you are at university – and half the battle is utilising smart storage solutions. 

Storage boxes, trays under your bed and temporary shelving units can help you to stay organised and keep the clutter at bay. We would also recommend getting some shoe boxes and desk tidies to give everything its own spot which will help to make tidying up a quick and easy task. A laundry basket is also key to stop the floor of your university bedroom becoming the ultimate dumping ground! 

If you have the option of bringing your own bed to your university room, you should definitely consider an ottoman bed. Frames like our New England Solo White Wooden Ottoman provide an extra spot for spare sheets or a hideaway for dirty clothes when your friends and family come to visit.

Affordable furniture options

Finding the best deals at university doesn’t stop at the student union bar and at Time4Sleep, we’ve got plenty of budget friendly options to kit out your student bedroom. 

After sorting out your bed if you don’t already have one in your university room, a bedside table is the next order of business and our Essential 2 Drawer White Bedside is bound to fit the bill of any student style and budget. The Essential 2 Drawer will be able to cater for lots of essential student belongings and trinkets and its sturdy construction means it will stand the test of time. 

If your space is lacking in square footage, doubling up on functionality is the way to go for students and our Marlow High Gloss 2 Drawer Dressing Table is perfect for university rooms. Whether you are getting ready for a night out or need a spot for your laptop to study, the Marlow kills two birds with one stone, provides two sizable drawers for more storage, and blends in well with a variety of contemporary styles. 

For optimal clothes storage, our Stockholm White 4 Drawer Chest offers up plenty of space to help keep your university spot tidy and organised. The Stockholm is effortlessly stylish and won’t break the bank either!

We have plenty of other affordable furniture options for student budgets, check them out here.

How to add personal touches to your university bedroom

Heading to university is a fantastic opportunity to explore your passions and to delve into something new. So we’d advise keeping your hobbies and interests front and centre in your mind when brainstorming uni bedroom decor ideas! Whether it’s a certain music genre, different cultures or a new sports team, what better way to showcase your interests in your university bedroom. 

Adding your own personality through posters or pictures is a great way to make your university space your own. You could also bring keepsakes or decorative pieces from home to help ease your way into university life and manage any homesickness you might experience. 
And don’t stop with just aesthetics, investing in some incense or diffuser pods to make your student space smell divine could bring a feeling of calmness to your room, which might also help you to ease into a restful night of deep sleep.

Best uni room decor ideas

When it comes to uni bedroom ideas for styling your space, we’ve got plenty of furniture accessories to help elevate your space from chairs to bedside tables and mirrors. 

The Sorrento 2 drawer mirror bedside is the epitome of combining fashionable with functional. You’ll have plenty of space to store your uni room essentials next to your bed and the glass panels will reflect any natural light, making your room feel brighter. And most importantly, the Sorrento drawers are stunning!

If a comfy place to sit is high on your shopping list, look no further than our Southwold Ivory Swivel Chair. Made with a classy ivory bouclé, the Southwold will be the seat of choice in any student room and will blend in with a variety of interior styles. Its swivelling capabilities mean there’s no constant moving of your chair if space is at a premium and the Southwold is also a perfect spot to cosy up with a book and relax. 

Aside from essential university room furniture, our Macy Midnight Grey Trinket Mirror might also be the accessory you are looking for. Ideal for perching on top of your desk, chest of drawers or dressing table, the Macy Trinket Mirror is a stylish and space saving piece, allowing you to double check your hair before you head across campus.

Worried about getting quality sleep as a student?

Whether it’s late nights in the town or hitting the books to meet a dissertation deadline, getting enough quality sleep is a challenge facing all students. In our Time4Sleep blog, we’ve pieced together a huge amount of information on how to get better sleep so you don’t have to.