ᐅ How can the Ikea HEMNES be adapted for use as a guest room?

Hello everyone, I am planning to remodel my guest room to make the best use of the Ikea Hemnes furniture, aiming for a comfortable yet space-saving solution. I am particularly interested in how to modify or adapt the Hemnes range—especially the bed and wardrobe—to create more storage while maintaining a cozy atmosphere. Do you have any tips or remodeling ideas, including DIY adjustments or additional furniture from the collection? Are there any proven solutions that work especially well for guest rooms and might be more flexible than the standard options? Thank you for your experiences and suggestions!

Basically, the HEMNES range is well suited for remodeling due to its classic appearance and sturdy construction. I especially recommend switching to beds with storage boxes or supplementing existing beds with under-bed storage solutions.

A simple but effective modification is replacing the standard mattress with a slightly thinner, foldable mattress that can be stored away during the day. This way, you gain both sleeping and storage space. Adding extra shelves to the HEMNES headboard also creates more surface area without overwhelming the room.

If you want to modify the wardrobe, interior designs with additional shelves or pull-out baskets can be added. This optimizes storage capacity and makes use more flexible.

I think your question is very well put, because a guest room indeed requires flexibility that many people don’t consider.

I modified my HEMNES bed slightly by replacing the bed slats with a sturdy wooden board. This makes it possible to store boxes with blankets or pillows underneath. My guests appreciate this added comfort, even though some air circulation is lost.

Another advantage: you could consider a fold-down wall shelf or a small secretary desk that serves as a surface during the day and provides useful features for the guest room when needed. I myself was concerned that such modifications might become too complicated, but often simple solutions are the most effective.

For the bed: Use a HEMNES under-bed storage system to save space. In the wardrobe: Add extra baskets to make organizing easier. Flexibility through adjustable lighting, such as LED strips, makes it more comfortable.

For a structured use of the HEMNES range in the guest room, I recommend the following measures:

- The HEMNES bed with storage box offers the advantage of neatly storing large items such as bedding or pillows. Upgrading with organizer boxes further improves space utilization.
- For the wardrobe, a modular interior design is practical; pull-out baskets and additional shelves are suitable for separately storing different textiles or small items.
- Supplemental lighting, especially LED strips along edges or inside the wardrobe, enhances visibility and contributes to a cozy atmosphere.

These suggestions are based on practical experience and are relatively easy to implement.

Organizing the HEMNES bed with underbed storage boxes creates additional storage space. Expand the wardrobe with suitable inserts. Flexible usage is made easier by adding mobile drawer units.