25 Modern Attic Ideas for Your Home

Mansards are bohemian, storybook spaces. They are those rooms where we imagine our favorite writers lived and wrote the books that accompany us every late evening spent in the soft glow of a lamp. We can all have such a relaxation space to hide away in if we invest a little time in decorating it.

In the gallery you can admire 25 ideas for furnishing a modern attic to inspire you. Before you start work, however, here are a few things you should keep in mind when you begin to furnish an attic:

As a space with variable height, the first thing to consider is the access corridor. Mark on the floor the areas that are tall enough to stand upright and leave them clear, unobstructed by furniture, for easy movement.

When furnishing an attic bedroom, position the bed so that it's easy to get in and out of. At least one side should be near the access area where you can stand upright without hitting your head on the ceiling.

Create storage spaces in the lowest points of roof slopes. This way you utilize a space that otherwise cannot be properly used. You can also place a very low sofa on such a wall and use it as a reading or relaxation spot. However, you will need to be careful when getting up.

Position the bed under skylights or Velux windows for morning natural light.

Use a single color for the walls and ceiling to create the impression of more space and try to furnish with as few pieces of furniture as possible so as not to overwhelm the room. If you feel the need for color, then it might be an interesting idea to paint the floor your favorite color.