Design on a Dime Season 8 Episode 12 Young Adult Bedroom
- February 6, 2005
- 21 min
Design on a Dime is an American interior design television series that showcases creative and budget-friendly design ideas for spaces of all sizes and styles.
In season 8, episode 12, titled "Young Adult Bedroom," the show's team of designers is tasked with transforming a bland, uninspired bedroom into a stylish and functional space for a young adult on a tight budget.
The episode opens with the show's host and interior designer, Casey Noble, meeting with the bedroom's owner, a recent college graduate named Emily. Emily explains that she wants a space that reflects her personality and style, but also needs to be comfortable and practical for her daily life. She has a limited budget of $1000 to work with, which means the Design on a Dime team will need to get creative to achieve the desired look without breaking the bank.
The designers start by assessing the room's existing features and layout and brainstorming ways to maximize the space's potential. They decide to keep the room's neutral color palette but add pops of color and pattern through textiles and accessories. They also plan to incorporate functional storage solutions to help Emily make the most of her limited space.
Next, the team gets to work transforming the room. They start by painting the walls a soft, warm grey tone to create a cozy vibe. They also add a custom-built shelving unit to one wall, which provides ample space for books, decorative items, and storage bins. The Design on a Dime team also installs a new light fixture to brighten up the room and create a focal point.
For the bed itself, the team opts for a simple, upholstered platform bed in a neutral tone to keep the room feeling calm and serene. They dress up the bed with colorful throw pillows and a textured duvet cover. They also add a fun and funky area rug to anchor the bed and add some visual interest to the room.
In the corner of the room, the Design on a Dime team creates a cozy reading nook by adding a comfortable armchair and a small side table. They also hang a gallery wall of colorful art prints and photographs to add some personality and flair to the space.
Finally, the designers add finishing touches throughout the room, such as decorative vases, trays, and candles. They also incorporate some functional storage solutions, like hanging wall pockets and under-bed storage bins.
Overall, the Design on a Dime team successfully creates a stylish and functional bedroom for Emily. The final result is a space that feels cozy, comfortable, and uniquely her own, all within her tight budget of $1000.