The search for an additional room often leads to remodeling of the living space. Apartment owners are especially familiar with this process. The result is an uncomfortable room without windows. There are many creative solutions to this problem.
There are certain design solutions that allow you to comfortably arrange a room without a window.
Features and advantages of a room without windows
A number of shortcomings initially discourage you from creating such a room:
- It is impossible to ventilate the room in the usual way.
- 24-hour lighting using electrical appliances is required. The result is additional energy costs.
- Not all plants thrive in such an atmosphere.
- Lack of pleasant views of the street.
A room without a window has its advantages:
- The room is warmer. It is easier to heat, and the heat is retained much longer.
- There are many options for interior design in such a room.
It is more practical to solve the problem of room design than to deal with the lack of lighting.
When can you turn a closet into a bedroom?
The main feature of the bedroom, which is made from a converted storage room, is its small size. The footage is only about 10-13 square meters. If the room is larger, then you can put additional interior items and furniture. In the absence of natural light, such filling of space is undesirable, since it becomes a reminder of a closet with a lot of things stored.
Experts recommend choosing light colors for furniture. This also applies to finishing, in which deep colors and rich dark shades should be avoided. A bedroom in a closet can be small, bright and very cozy if you carefully consider the furnishings and use the examples of arrangement in the photos in open sources.
What furniture to choose for the bedroom?
First of all, you need to match the furnishings of your converted pantry with its finishes. The color scheme of the bedroom should not be too contrasting and catch the eye. The small space factor is especially important.
The bed in the bedroom is one of the most important pieces of furniture; if the footage allows, then you can add a couple of bedside tables at the headboard. You can install a wardrobe in cases where the partition is made of plasterboard. If the room is tiny, the best choice would be a wardrobe, the system of which does not take up much space. Arranging mirrors on its doors will visually expand the room.
The color shade of the cabinet should be very light, while in furniture showrooms you can find models with built-in lighting and other accessories. Most often, beige and pastel shades, cream or peach are chosen. Sky blue colors, mint shades, silver and light gray colors are acceptable.
Any cold palette will be harmonious for the bedroom. You can decorate and enliven the interior with bright pillows or a bedspread that will decorate the bed. Designers do not limit their recommendations to owners who want to add comfort by emphasizing details.
Room color schemes
The main problem that causes a dark room is the color scheme. Experienced designers recommend decorating a monochromatic interior. Bright posters, mirrors, false windows, paintings, and much more are perfect as objects of attention. A colorful photo can brighten up the design of a room without a window and make it creative.
In terms of light reflection ability, white color is unrivaled
The right color visually increases the space. The room seems more comfortable and fresh.
To decide on the color scheme, first of all, it is worth deciding the purpose of the allocated space. A living room without windows looks best in noble colors. These include:
- Coffee.
- Lactic.
- Ivory.
- Cream.
The bedroom is beautiful in bright colors. The most interesting ideas and colors are suitable for its design. The possibility of combination is limited only by the designer’s imagination.
Sliding doors with glass will let natural light into the room
Planning secrets: zoning as a decorative technique
Partitions are not needed in an isolated small bedroom. But they are often used to highlight a separate sleeping area. The fence should work on the principle: more light, more air.
Types of partitions: plasterboard, sibit, glass, sliding screens and transformers, huge interior windows. Openwork, lightweight designs are used. Excellent - a cabinet or rack as a partition (Kallax from IKEA). The reverse side of an ordinary wardrobe is decorated with wallpaper to match the walls, linen, curtains (attached to the ceiling cornice), and covered with leather.
Bedroom interior without windows
Modern bedroom design without windows
Selected based on the following tasks:
- Lighting must be sufficient.
- Not tiring for vision and relaxation.
- Positioned to cover the entire room.
Design depending on the purpose of the room
There are many options for decorating a room. The design, as well as the color scheme, directly depends on the purpose of the room.
Classic curtains hung on a curtain rod where there should have been a window will add a sense of spaciousness to the bedroom.
Living room without window
Comfortable textile furniture will complement the cozy atmosphere. Some people use false windows in their rooms. Special wall structures are created that imitate a window. The desired effect is achieved using lighting. It is mounted in a recess provided in the structure. Glass and curtains complement the false window.
Window imitation is one of the most common design techniques that does not require significant financial investments.
Another way to fill the living room with coziness is a fireplace. Such an element performs three functions simultaneously:
- Gives the room a cozy feel.
- Provides warmth.
- Is a source of additional light.
If you use gentle and soft colors in the interior, the room is filled with light. Properly selected lamps help to hold it in place.
You can create the impression of natural light using LED lighting hidden behind the horizontal slats on the cabinet doors
If you use blue stretch ceilings, the room seems lighter and higher.
An artistic fresco or wallpaper with photo printing will decorate the interior of the room and visually expand the space
It is recommended to use an object of attention in every design. It helps those in the room to lose sight of the lack of windows. In its role, you can use absolutely any interesting object that fits into the interior. For a living room located in the hallway without a window, photo wallpaper is most often used.
A cityscape placed on the wall will create a perspective that will make you feel like you are standing near a window and enjoying the view.
Children's
Not many parents decide to equip such a room for a small child. A nursery without a window is not suitable for every child. At an early age, there are fears of the dark and closed spaces. Some still decide to undertake such experiments. During the arrangement, the following needs of the child should be taken into account:
- High-quality lighting.
- Comfort of the room.
- Access to fresh air.
Modern technologies make it possible to organize artificial lighting at a fairly high level. Specially selected lamps will help get rid of the lack of light in the room.
Glossy furniture and light wall decoration will make the children's room much more spacious and brighter.
An additional source of lightening and at the same time comfort can be an interesting application with a backlight function. Parents often decorate the room with a space theme. The image of a galactic ship will not just fit into the interior, but will become the main feature.
The interior of a children's room without a window, made in the spirit of an intergalactic ship
The night city design is suitable for older children. It can be supplemented with photo wallpaper, and several spotlights can be placed on top. LED lamps between cabinets will help visually expand the area.
Wallpaper with a photo print of a cityscape in a teenager's room
Openings in the partitions are used for fresh air access. If they are placed correctly and visually hidden, there should be no problems with ventilation.
The most similar to natural light is yellow light.
Organizing proper lighting
You can make a bedroom without a window cozy only with the help of additional lighting. Light source options:
- Chandelier on the ceiling. The smaller the bedroom, the smaller the chandelier. However, size should not affect its brightness. An excellent option would be a diode model with the ability to adjust the heat and power of lighting.
- Spot lights. Used both instead and together with a chandelier. You can set the switching on by zones to highlight only the necessary space, for example in a corner.
- Bedside lamps. A sconce or two table lamps are suitable for this role. It is ideal if the light bulbs in the bedroom have a dimmer - in bright light it is comfortable to read, in dim light it is comfortable to get ready for bed.
- Decorative lighting. The easiest way is to use an LED strip - with its help you can create the effect of a floating bed or highlight a textured wall. Illuminated paintings, garlands in glass vases, and lightboxes look no less impressive. The latter are placed both on the walls and on the ceiling.
The photo shows an example of using a lightbox on the wall
The lighting temperature is selected for street daylight - 4000-5000K. Bedrooms in cool colors are lit a little warmer (3500-4000K).
Bedrooms with a transparent partition may have fewer lamps. The main thing is not to cover the glass with curtains and do not use frosted glass, otherwise the design will not be of any use.
Options for decorating a room without windows
When selecting a design, every little detail plays a huge role. All components of the room require an individual approach.
To allow natural light to penetrate into the room, you can make a real window into the next room or install doors with transparent glass
Ceiling finishing
It is not recommended to decorate the ceiling dark and monochromatic. The patterns and drawings look interesting. They add elegance and color to the room.
A glossy stretch ceiling will provide the maximum possible visual expansion of space
It is common to use photo wallpaper when decorating the ceiling. Photos of clouds and stars are most suitable. Additional light sources mounted in the ceiling allow you to increase the volume of a windowless room.
You can use a false window. The ceiling option is more realistic. Additional design requires space, but makes the room more beautiful and comfortable.
A false ceiling window will make the room more comfortable and even brighter if you integrate additional lighting into it
Wall design
It is impossible to avoid the use of lighting devices. Therefore, it is recommended to approach the task creatively. Light sources can be selected in various designs. This way they will not only fulfill their intended purpose, but also serve as an interesting wall decoration.
A room without a window should have a sufficient number of lighting fixtures
An excellent solution would be to install a virtual window on the wall, which is a digital panel with the ability to broadcast video depending on your mood
Walls can also be decorated with mirrors and canvases. There are bold design solutions involving plants. Climbing flora perfectly complements the interior and makes it lively. Unfortunately, only shade-loving views are suitable for rooms without windows.
Mirrors reflect light and create the feeling that there is a window in the room
Volumetric watches, paintings, photos. All this, when combined correctly, forms the design of the room.
Floor decoration
A light wooden floor will not only complement the room, but will also increase its volume. When choosing flooring, you should consider space. Dark colors will require a lot of lighting and will make the room appear narrower.
Light wooden floor in a bedroom without a window, decorated in Scandinavian style
For decoration, you can use light-colored, high-pile carpets. They will give coziness and comfort.
Ventilation
If the room is not ventilated enough, the humidity will increase, and then fungus may appear. In such rooms, natural ventilation is replaced by supply ventilation. It is necessary that in one hour a volume of fresh air enters the room twice its own. You can install an airgiver on the wall. On the street side, a grill is placed on the device to protect it from moisture and insects. Purified and insulated air enters the room through an air duct. The airgiver must be installed at a low height from the floor. Installation of the entire system will take no more than two hours. The air conditioner can be used either as an alternative or in conjunction with an air conditioner. The air conditioning device is portable and is capable of cooling the air, not just heating it. A good solution would be to install an ionizer. It is also capable of purifying the air, and not just circulating stagnant masses. To refresh the room, various containers with aromatic substances are additionally used.
Experts recommend using air conditioning together with an air-giver.
Choosing furniture for the room
Not only the walls, ceiling and floor form the interior. It's hard to imagine a windowless living room design that doesn't include any furniture.
The number of pieces of furniture directly depends on the dimensions of the room
Correct placement of furniture
In addition to the right choice, placement has a significant impact. The priority is to use furniture with a glass surface. It is characterized by a reflection function. This allows the room to be filled with additional light.
Glossy furniture facades are capable of reflecting light, which means they will come in handy in a room without natural light
When arranging, it is worth considering all light sources. It is unacceptable to cover them with a third-party object. It is not recommended to heavily furnish the room with mirrors, glass and gloss. A large amount of glare becomes an irritating factor.
Low furniture will create a feeling of spaciousness in the interior of the room
The correct arrangement allows you to give the room uniqueness. By observing all the nuances, you can make the room comfortable and beautiful.
Mirrors
- This interior detail gives depth to the room and perfectly reflects light, doubling its amount.
- Mirrors are perfect for any interior, no matter what style it is decorated in. The only differences will be in the shape of the mirrors and the design of the frame.
- A great trick is to place special mirror panels close to the ceiling in a small room. Light will be reflected in them, which will fill the entire room with soft diffused lighting, making its design much lighter and visually lighter.
- Combination of mirror and lamps. For example, a small sconce attached to the edge of the mirror will create twice the amount of light and decorate the interior.
Mirrors in an office without windows
Mirrors in the living room-bedroom without windows
Photos of examples of interiors in a room without windows
Modern designers have many options for decorating rooms without windows. Styles available for design:
- Provence.
- High tech.
- Postmodernism.
- Techno.
- Classical.
- And many others.
A living room in a neoclassical style, in which a stained glass window with a built-in light source successfully serves as a window.
Bedroom in a modern style with a false window occupying most of the wall
Cozy bedroom without a window, designed in the style of French Provence
Built-in wardrobes in a minimalist style bedroom
Surfaces
Use glossy rather than matte surfaces in a small room. These can be varnished shelves, tables, cabinets, etc. Light is reflected in shiny surfaces and scattered throughout the living room or kitchen.
Contrasting surfaces and a large mirror in the bathroom
Photo wallpaper in a bedroom without windows
Photos of rooms without a window
No. 5. Creating a real window opening
Now don't be scared. This is not about cutting a window in a load-bearing wall and connecting the room to the street. Everything is much less radical, but the walls will still have to be torn down. The essence of the technique is to connect a windowless room with the most suitable neighboring room , if this is, of course, possible.
You won’t be able to dreamily look out of such a window, watching passers-by hurrying somewhere, the rain or a peaceful natural landscape, but there will definitely be more light - it will penetrate from the neighboring room. On the other hand, this does not mean at all that the artificial lighting system in such a room can be taken less seriously, because natural light in this situation is unlikely to be enough.
The window size can be any - it all depends on your preferences and the characteristics of the adjacent rooms. This can be a standard size opening or a floor-length glass partition. When you need privacy, blinds, regular or roller blinds will help you hide from prying eyes - in general, everything that saves us in the case of an ordinary window.
It is very important that such a solution will cope with the ventilation problem.
We work with stained glass
In addition to the fact that these structures are able to imitate a window opening, they are also used as a stylish decorative decoration for the interior. A small room will look much more spacious with their use. Placing a source of artificial lighting in the background will illuminate the stained glass windows, giving the space such as the kitchen or bedroom more volume and grace.
Thanks to the creation of stained glass compositions, you can provide a special atmosphere of joy, successfully fight blues, depression, and get a spectacular look of the environment. This idea looks good when decorating the bathroom, kitchen and hallway.
No. 9. Photo wallpaper
Photo wallpapers are actively used when it is necessary to expand a small space or set a certain atmosphere in the room. In our case, photo wallpaper will also be useful. The classic technique is the image of an open window or balcony . Thus, the space visually expands, and a much-needed window appears in the room.
You can simply use natural or city landscapes, preferably with a noticeable perspective . It is desirable that the photo wallpaper occupies the entire wall or most of it, and that the image is somehow supported by interior items. For example, if the photo wallpaper depicts a forest, you can complement the picture with large living plants. It doesn’t hurt to additionally highlight the image. A correctly selected and designed landscape will change the room beyond recognition.
Installing the transom
The use of this special window, often internal, was practiced in the recent past. Traditionally, this solution was used to illuminate the bathtub from the kitchen. The small window was located under the ceiling. Frosted glass was used for its design. And now you can find similar structures in old apartment buildings.
A modern interpretation of this can be realized by connecting the space between rooms such as the living room and bedroom.
