Hey there! Are you looking for bonus rooms ideas to make the most of that unused upstairs space or unfinished basement?
Great, your in the right spot!
This list includes incredible variety of multipurpose bonus rooms that can suit any busy family, hobby or crafter.
Get inspired with everything from cozy reading nooks, to small home gyms, basement theatre rooms and kids play zones.
All designed to make the most of unused spaces and encourage quality time at home.
For more information about a particular design idea, follow the source links below the images.
Let’s get to it!
#1) Small Upstairs Get Away Bonus Room Idea
Source: Hello-Hayley
This small upstairs bonus room is the perfect get away spot for kids or adults.
Comfy seating for gaming or reading, a quiet space to watch your favorite show or catch up with a freind.
#2) Bonus Room Theatre Idea
Source: Courtney’s World
If your bonus room area does not have large windows or natural lighting, a theatre may be an incredible use of the space.
Perfect for a basement or den, soft U shaped furniture and a large TV or projector will be an ideal space for entertainment.
#3) Cozy Reading Nook Bonus Room Idea
Source: Pinterest
This is an ideal use for an upstairs or above garage attic space.
Small angled side walls make the perfect space for shelving, while a comfy chair and natural lighting create a comfy readying nook.
#4) Gaming Station Bonus Room
Source: Houzz
Love them, or hate them video games are a part of most youth and teen down time.
Creating a multipurpose game room with electronics, foosball, and even pool table is a favorite of kids or the young at heart.
#5) Small Family Bonus Room Above The Garage
Source: Next Luxury
Sometimes a busy family needs more than one living room/family room.
This lower ceiling bonus room above the garage is perfect as an additional family room, creating multiple zones for everyone to relax in.
#6) Bold Modern Bonus Room Ideas
Source: Chris Loves Julia
This bonus room home reveal is really worth checking out.
It’s expertly decorated, and provides the perfect multipurpose overflow for guests or visitors.
#7) Bunk House Bonus Room Idea
Source: Next Luxury
Long side walls can be the perfect place for built in bunk beds and extra living space.
What an incredible space to utilize for hosting holidays and family gatherings.
#8) Built In Home Office Bonus Room Idea
Source: Pinterest
If your bonus room space features a pretty window and good lighting, it could the perfect quiet home office.
Ideal for work from home families needing a quiet space away from main level living.
#9) Built In Storage Bonus Room Space
Source: Walker & Wood Instagram
Maximize your bonus room space with smart built in cabinetry.
This creates incredible storage for toys, books, crafts and more perfect for multipurpose storage options.
#10) Music Room & Home Studio Space
Source: A Beautiful Mess
If you like to jam, this bonus room idea is perfect for you.
Whether you like to create music, play instruments, or blast your favorite music creating a designated space is ideal.
#11) Low Modular Furniture In A Small Bonus Room
Source: Jones Design Company
When thinking about bonus rooms or loft attic and above garage spaces, often times ceiling height is limited.
You can still utilize a lower ceiling room with furniture that tucks neatly alongside the walls, allowing for comfortable overhead room when seated.
#12) Small Rustic Bonus Room For Gaming
Source: Hello-Hayley
This bonus room space is small, but full of so much character.
The reclaimed wood walls, ceiling and floor create incredible rustic appeal, while soft and relaxed furniture is the perfect place to plop down.
It’s easy to arrange, change or accommodate a number of guests.
#13) Built In Bunk Beds Bonus Room Idea
Source: The Spruce
Talk about making the most of an upstair bonus room!
These linear back to back bunk beds are brilliant.
Easy to get into, and neatly stacked along the long wall allowing for additional living/seating areas.
#14) Study Room Upstairs Attic Space
Source: Hello-Hayley
Here is another charming example of building a bonus room around a featured window.
It’s the perfect space to work, study, or journal.
#15) Home Gym Bonus Room Idea
Source: The Spruce
You don’t need a huge space to get a great workout.
Consider some rubber mats and mirrored walls for a functional home gym bonus room space.
Dumbbells, mats, and bands are all that is needed!
#16) Sewing Room Bonus Room Idea
Source: Courtney’s World
This bonus room idea is a sewing and crafters paradise with built in shelf storage a work station.
Perfect for any quilter, hobby crafter or seamstress.
#17) Kids Multipurpose Play & Activity Room
Source: 333k+ Arts
Last but certainly not least is adding a kids play and activity space in an unused bonus room.
With small shelving, and cozy corner nook kids can create and imagine, while enjoying the small cozy space.
Happy Bonus Room Creating
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Cheers for now!
<3 Ang