Small Guest Bedrooms

Your guests won't mind how narrow their sleeping space is when it's as well-appointed as this one. Shelves behind the headboard and beneath the window keep nighttime necessities at hand.

It's a brave move, painting a small room such a dark shade of cerulean blue. But anything goes in the guest space, and we think this setup is stylishly welcoming for visitors.

Even a space that's barely wide enough to hold a full-size bed and skinny side tables can make a welcoming spot for overnight guests when the decor is kept at a minimum.

Trust us: Friends and family who come to stay will relish sleeping in a space that's been reclaimed just for them. Think sleeping porches, cozy basements, storage sheds, etc.

It's fitting that this oval mirror resembles a large porthole, as this narrow room owes its pattern panache to stripes and checks in staid navy blue.

If you find it easy being green, don't stop at the walls—let the ceiling flaunt the hue, too. Sporting the same vibrant color, this paper pendant light recedes against the paint, giving the room a less cluttered feel. The bedding and upholstered headboard offer a playful pattern to air out the scene.