ᐅ How can I best arrange IKEA Hemnes furniture in small rooms?

Hello everyone,

I am facing the challenge of organizing my small room as efficiently as possible using IKEA Hemnes furniture. Specifically, it is a room of about 12 square meters (130 square feet), in which I want to fit a Hemnes wardrobe, a chest of drawers, and a bed. My goal is to create as much storage space as possible without making the room feel cluttered or restricting movement too much. I am especially interested in practical layout tips, smart use of wardrobe compartments, and possibly combinations with other furniture or room dividers to make the most of the space. Do you have experience or proven methods for organizing Hemnes furniture in such small rooms? What tricks help to make the space both functional and cozy?

I can completely relate; making the most of a small room with these pieces of furniture is often tricky. I once had a similar issue with a Hemnes wardrobe and a chest of drawers. What helped me was positioning the chest of drawers vertically next to the wardrobe, which also allowed for shelves to be installed above. Additionally, I would recommend choosing light colors to prevent the space from feeling overwhelming. Sometimes it’s also okay not to fill every piece of furniture completely, to keep the room feeling open. How is your current room layout?

To organize Hemnes furniture optimally in a small room of about 12 m² (130 sq ft), it is essential to first know the exact floor plan. Step 1: Measure the wall surfaces to determine the best location for the wardrobe—Hemnes wardrobes usually have fixed dimensions. Step 2: Place the chest of drawers preferably in a less trafficked corner, providing storage space without blocking the main walking paths. Step 3: Use a bed with drawers if possible (e.g., the Hemnes pull-out bed) to create additional storage space underneath the sleeping area. Finally, make use of the furniture surfaces, for example by attaching hooks on the inside of wardrobe doors for accessories or small items, which is often underestimated. I would also be interested to know whether you need a lot of storage space for clothing during the day or mostly for other items?

Use the bed with storage underneath, place the wardrobe along the longest wall, and the dresser against the shorter wall. This way, you keep more free space for movement.

A structured approach to organizing Hemnes furniture in small rooms involves several steps:

- Measuring the exact room dimensions, including windows and doors
- Prioritizing storage needs (clothing, books, other items)
- Selecting furniture based on volume and functionality (e.g., drawers versus shelves)
- Positioning furniture while considering traffic flow
- Utilizing vertical space with wall-mounted shelves or units

For 12 m² (130 sq ft) rooms with Hemnes furniture, the Hemnes bed with storage is usually a good starting point, combined with a narrow dresser to allow for movement space. A helpful tip is to arrange furniture so that it does not block light sources, making the room appear larger.

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Step 3: Use a bed – if possible with drawers (e.g., the Hemnes pull-out bed) – to create additional storage space under the sleeping surface.

I can only agree with that. I’ve also found that drawers under the bed are often not just practical but a real gamechanger for small rooms. My tip: store items like seasonal clothing that you don’t need every day there. What about you? Do you already use bed drawers or do you have a traditional model?