""Typically, when people want a complete guest room," Siemer noted, "they want it to feel like an inviting bedroom, not 'we just threw a bed in here in case guests come.' So we always try and do things like dress up the walls, whether it's wallpaper, paint, wainscotting or B board, because that little touch can make a room feel really finished. Even if they have a tighter budget, just painting in a color rather than just the standard builder white can make a difference.""
"Even if the room is on the small side or shared with a home office, ideally you want your guests to feel welcome, to sleep well at night, have space to put their belongings and not have to worry about disturbing you. If you're just starting out with your own home or are decorating a new space, I've got some suggestions by experts on where to start."
"Siemer emphasized what is obviously the most important element: a comfortable mattress. Make it the best you can afford. And not so thick or high that guests have a challenging time getting in or out of bed. Is your room shared with a home office? Consider placing a trundle bed in the space. Diana Clark of Metamorphosis Design finds they have a compact footprint for small spaces yet can accommodate one or two visitors."
Begin guest-room planning with a clear budget and adapt choices to available funds. Dress up walls with wallpaper, paint, wainscoting or board to make the space feel finished. Prioritize a comfortable mattress that is high quality but not so tall it impedes easy entry and exit. Use space-saving solutions like trundle beds when the room doubles as a home office. Provide night tables for glasses, phone charging, books and jewelry. Install lighting on a dimmer with enough illumination for reading, using appropriately sized table lamps or wall sconces.
Read at San Diego Union-Tribune
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