In small spaces such as college apartments and dorm rooms, a little creativity is needed when it comes to furniture choices. Sometimes a typical nightstand just won't do---you might need more versatility and flexibility when it comes to what you put next to your bed. Or sometimes you just might crave something a little less traditional than the typical bedside table. Check out these ideas:

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Apartment Therapy.) A file cabinet is rarely found in a bedroom, but these can make great bedside tables. Paint it a bright color (like the red above) or leave it in its original condition... either way you'll be adding some industrial flair to your space. Stow away your books, magazines, school supplies, etc. If you have a drawer that locks, you can tuck away valuables and important documents for safe keeping.

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Apartment Therapy.) An old ladder can be an ideal alternative because it takes up hardly any floor space and goes vertical with organization. Attach a clip-on light for illumination. Hang books and magazines over the rungs. Fold blankets over the lower rungs to have them in easy reach. And flat rungs can be used for a water glass, vase of flowers, or alarm clock.

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Apartment Therapy.) I love chairs as bedside tables. It such a practical alternative. Books, alarm clocks, and other necessities can be placed within easy reach. Or if you frequently need a place to sit down when you put on/take off your shoes, there's always a chair.

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Apartment Therapy.) This is definitely my favorite solution. By placing your desk next to the bed, it doubles as a workspace and nightstand. It minimizes the amount of furniture in a room and looks very attractive.

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Apartment Therapy.) If your a sucker for antiques, this alternative might be for you. I see little school desks like this all the time in antique stores. The wrought-iron detail is gorgeous and the wood always has so much character. By placing one of these school desks sideways next to your bed, the taller side acts as a bedside table and the chair part can either be secondary storage, a place to store blankets, or a place to sit down.

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Apartment Therapy.) Using a wheeled cart as a nightstand has many advantages. For one, these carts are achingly cute. They come in so many styles depending on their era. (Stop by your local antique store and you'll probably find one.) You can paint them or leave them original. Things can be stored on the lower level and nightstand paraphernalia have a place up top. Plus: because of the wheels, moving these around is ridiculously easy.

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here.) Vintage suitcases stacked on top of each other also work great as an alternative to traditional nightstands. You can either opt for matching valises for a uniform look, or stack mix-and-matched ones for more color. Either way, you'll have rad vintage vibes in your space. (And you can tuck away out-of-season clothes or shoes inside of them!)
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17 comments:
I love all of these ideas!!! My hubby and I are redecorating our home and I can't wait to show him these pics. I am so happy that I found your blog...it's great! :o)
Thanks, Lindsey! Good luck with all of your redecorating. :)
oh wow i just saw your blog...i m sure i am gong to click it everyday..good work
I love these "nightstands"!! They are a really great idea. I absolutely love ALL of your posts! I find myself anxious for your next post!
LOVE the suitcases stacked....I am now on the hunt for some vintage suitcases to borrow this idea for our spare room! When I was in college I painted my filing cabinet bright yellow, so fresh, definitely a conversation piece in dorms. Great ideas and pics!!!
Those are great ideas. If you're tired of using the usual nightstand for your room or office, you should probably consider these alternatives. You'll definitely find them cool.
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You have some gorgeous inspiration pics!
The alternative nightstand ideas are great. You can make wonderful nightstand with it
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