The Bonus Space: 5 Ideas to Inspire

Bonus space game room in Toronto, Canada home

Maybe you imagined a bonus space being used for so much more than it is now. A storage room turned multimedia space, perhaps? A cozy den with a desk to write, study and get work done in the future? The future is now and it is time to let us help you transform that extra room into a bonus space you and your family will love. Here at Night & Day Decor,  we love to help homeowners reimagine their bonus space, including how to incorporate the right window treatments. Let’s look at some bonus space inspiration to reimagine a gorgeous room everyone can enjoy.

Cozy Up

Whether the weather is warm or chilly, a cozy guest room never goes out of style. Imagine hearing the sweet giggles of kids enjoying a sleepover with friends or family getting a good night’s rest as they visit your beautiful home. Any way you imagine a cozy bonus space, the right window treatments are part of the decor. Think banded shades for a tranquil, calm space as guests drift off to sleep. We will help you create a perfect space that will leave guests feeling well-rested. 

White Bedroom with Roller Zebra Shades on Windows with Side Drapes
Designer Banded Shades

Media and Movie Room

Let’s talk media rooms and movie nights. What can be more fun than watching an epic feature in the comfort of your own home? A movie and media room can be great for teens who love gaming (or adults, let’s be honest) and a fun space to hang out and relax. Get some comfortable seats and cool decor, making a media room super cool. What isn’t cool, though, is errant light ruining the ambiance. That is where blackout shades come in. They are just the right window treatment to keep light outside and the fun going inside. They also enhance privacy and keep UV light from filtering in. What more can you ask for (perhaps more popcorn)?

Duette® Honeycomb Shades in Toronto Canada home
Duette® Honeycomb Shades with LightLock™

Home Work Space

During the pandemic (oh so long ago), people were recreating spaces to work at home and study. Now the trend is leveling a bit, but people do still work from home or have shifted to hybrid work situations. Now is a great time to envision revamping or spicing up that bonus space to be a great home work space or office. Need to keep bills and papers filed and organized? Done. Want a place to study or work in quiet away from distraction? No worries, we got you covered (literally) with gorgeous window coverings to tie a room together. If you have decor you want to match, we will help you find the right fabric and style for your home office. Not to mention, glare-reducing window treatments keep the room feeling quiet and private, so you can be productive.  

pirouette shades on bay windows on Toronto home office
Pirouette® Shades

It’s Playtime!

Having a kids playroom can not be understated. There is space to store all the toys and books away from the main room, keeping things tidy. Not to mention the kids have a separate area to play while adults can chat and hang out doing all the fun things adults do. If the kids have been begging for a playroom, now may be the time to tidy up that bonus space and get to work. Start with cordless window shades to tie the room together with fun decor pieces and also keep out unwanted light. Get that privacy on lock so kids and parents can be at peace knowing everyone is safely enjoying their cozy, fun new room in style.  

Designer banded shades in playroom
Designer Banded Shades

Home Gym Space

A bonus space can be created to function as multiple things, including a physical fitness nook or workout area. Even the smallest bonus space can create massive benefits for your overall health. A home gym can be a lifesaver, whether it’s yoga to work out those kinks after a long day or lifting weights and getting in cardio and using that bonus space to create a mindfulness retreat away from the busy world? Yes, please! Start with beautifully designed window treatments that match your decor and provide a cozy room optimized for light control and privacy. Choose different styles, colors, and fabrics to hit those gym and interior design goals. Now that is a bonus space workout room everyone can tell their friends about! 

Pirouette® Shades in a Toronto Canada workout room
Pirouette® Shades

How Can We Help You Cover Your Bonus Space?

We are not just here to throw shade at your bonus space (but sometimes shade is helpful for light control)! We are here to help you elevate the look and feel of your unused space into a bonus space you will use every day and love. Let us help pick fabrics and features that add style and functionality. Call us today for an in home consultation to get started.