44 SPACE SAVING HACKS FOR STYLISH SMALL NURSERY

Consider converting your closet into a baby nursery if you have only one bedroom in your apartment. You can always get a wardrobe for your clothing and the baby can have her/his own little space. 

If you rather have the baby in your small bedroom, then a mini crib might be an option. A mini crib is a major space saver while also doubling as a bassinet. The baby can fit in a mini crib until its time to transition to a toddler bedroom down the road. 

When designing a nursery in a small space the key is to think vertical and it is the most effective way to maximize space. You could furnish upwards or use the walls for storage and decoration.

Another space saving hack when designing a small nursery is to use the space under the crib. It is prime real estate that you can utilize for storing baby's cute clothes and shoes or boxes of toys.

When designing a small nursery every inch matters. So make the most out of  dead spaces in your nursery by transforming those spaces for a purpose you need.

If you look at the corners of your room, you'll notice a lot of unused space. Use the corner spaces to maximize space in  your baby's nursery. Tuck shelves and other storage solutions into the corner space to store baby's books, toys and other essentials.

The key to an effective nursery design is to make sure you have all the essential areas and stations necessary for baby's well being. If you are short on space, consider setting up a portable breastfeeding station, a pumping station and a nursing station. It will take less space and you'll be better organized!

One of the most overlooked storage spaces is on the back of closet doors. Use over the door storage organizers to create extra space in the baby's room and use it to store accessories, diapering essentials and other baby essentials.

Use baskets, storage bins and cubes to control clutter and organize your baby's nursery. Store them in cubbies, on shelves or under furniture to organize baby's books, shoes, toys, etc.

Use an arm chair caddy to organize your nursing essentials. You'll find it convenient to have baby's burp cloths and pacifiers close to your nursing chair.

When designing a nursery in a small space, invest in multi purpose furniture to maximize space and avoid cluttering your baby's nursery. Use a dresser for changing baby's diapers and for storing clothes. Or choose a crib with drawers that also provides storage.

Pick furnishings that match the wall color so they blend with the space and make the nursery feels light and spacious. Contrasting colors would end up breaking up the space and make it look cluttered.

You'll be surprised by how much clothes your baby will accumulate over a short time. Use vacuum bags to store blankets, sweaters, jackets or clothes when the baby will not be needing them for a while.

Maximize space in your baby's closet using a hanging shelf in your baby's closet. Use the shelf organizer to store baby's clothes, accessories, toys and more.

Creating a comfortable nursing station is important considering how much time you will spend breastfeeding the baby. One of the essential pieces for a nursing station is a foot stool or an ottoman so you can have the best ergonomic position for breast feeding. So investment in an ottoman that has built in storage and have your feet supported at the same time.

Whether you are trying to maximize space in your baby's nursery or looking to achieve KonMari-level neatness in your baby's dresser, drawer organizers and dividers are essential for controlling clutter. Use drawer organizers and dividers to keep baby's clothes beat and orderly.

If you are lacking in square footage when designing your baby's nursery, then look for furnishings with sleek and unobtrusive designs to make the most of your space. Look for a dresser that's narrow and streamlined without the traditional chunkiness or look for modern crib with clean lines.

When designing a small nursery, figure out the absolute essentials for the baby's room to avoid the space from overflowing with things and being in disarray. You'll need a crib for baby to sleep, a changing station for diaper changes, nursing station for breastfeeding and space for  storing baby's clothes and toys.

Consider removing the doors in the baby's nursery to optimize space and traffic flow. It will open up the space and help you in organizing the nursery. 

Free up valuable space in the nursery by moving the dresser/ changing table to the closet.

Floating shelves will help free up precious floor space and provide a lovely focal point when designing the baby's nursery. Install shelves to store baby's toys, book and more.

Tiered trays and stands provide a stylish storage option for storing baby essentials and saves valuable counter space.

One of the go to pieces when designing a nursery in a small space is a rolling storage cart. It is has a smaller profile, provides tons of space for storage and organization and can be easily moved. Use a rolling cart to create a pumping station or diapering station in the nursery.

If you are worried about the tiny closet in the baby nursery or a space to store baby's clothes. use hanging brackets to squeeze out a little extra storage in the closet. Read this post on Clever Small Nursery Closet Ideas for more tips and ideas.

Use the valuable wall space above the dresser/ changing station to mount a diaper organizer. You'll be able to store all of the diapering essentials such as diapers, wipes, creams, lotions, thermometer, grooming kit and more.

Sharing the master with the baby doesn't mean you can't have privacy. Use a screen or curtains to divide the room in to distinct areas and to decorate each area as desired.

When decorating a small nursery instead of one big overhead light, use several lamps to spread light evenly around the room to change the rooms size visually.

Lighter colors  reflect light and makes a room feels bigger than it is. So pick a  light color palette when designing a small nursery for your baby.

Heavy drapes can make a room look dark and stuffy. So take down the outdated blinds and heavy drapery and go with sheer window treatments to bring light into the room and make the space look bigger and brighter.

A simple trick when designing a small space is to hang mirrors  to reflect light around the room, making the room look larger than it is.

Create the illusion of more space in a small nursery by adding depth to the space. Layers of textures will add depth to the nursery and help make the design elegant. Use decorative accessories, textiles, glossy textures, large mirrors to add complexity to the space  and bring the design over the top.

Choose furnishings with thin, straight lines to maximize space and to give the nursery a sense of openness. 

Using stripes in your small space design will help to create the illusion of more space. Vertical stripes make the ceiling appear higher than they are while horizontal stripes make the room look wider than it really is.

When decorating a small nursery while trying to maximize space, juxtapose minimalist furnishings with dramatic artwork to bring color and boldness to the space while telling a story.

It may sound counter-intuitive but adding an over-sized rug to a small nursery design will help extend the eyes across the room, making the room appear bigger and wider.

If you are trying to decorate a small nursery and maximize space, purging and winning the battle against clutter is a must. Start by identifying essentials you must have in the room and other items you can fit into the design. Everything else needs to go!

Make your small nursery design breezy and open by choosing nursery furniture that is raised off the floor. By picking furnishings with exposed legs and maintaining an open space between the floor and furnishings, you'll give the space an openness and balance.

Custom built-ins are great to fit your needs and space if your budget permits. If you are dealing with a challenging space or nook, invest in built in furniture and shelves to maximize space. 

When there's visual clutter, your eyes can't rest since its constantly scanning the room. So small spaces must be organized and every item should have a specific place and purpose. Otherwise your small nursery will feel claustrophobic and chaotic. 

Embrace the space you have and set up smart zones for sleeping, diapering, nursing, clothes storage and play. By really focusing on the priorities, you are able to utilize creative solutions to make sure your baby's nursery is functional and make life so much easier for you.

Try bringing in minimalist design elements when you are looking to maximize space in your baby's nursery. It doesn't mean you have to design a nursery that is stark and boring but rather a space that is scaled back with minimal clutter, thoughtfully curated to exude calmness and simplicity.

When decorating a small nursery you might be tempted to just go with furniture that is smaller in scale. But if all the furnishings and decor are small, the room lacks a wow factor. So bring in one statement piece to amp up the nursery's style.

When you are short on nursery closet space, closet organization will help you make the most of your limited space. We love using these free printable closet dividers to sort baby's clothes according to size.