Creating a Luxurious Guest Room Experience

Jonelle Tannahill • April 18, 2023

Make Your Guests Feel at Home: Tips for a Well-Designed Guest Room

If you're looking to create a guest room that anyone would love to stay in, following these tips can make all the difference. By decluttering the space and leaving only the essentials, you can create a clutter-free haven. A good bed and luxurious bedding will ensure your guests have a comfortable night's sleep, while good lighting and window treatments will provide the right ambiance for any task. Providing a desk and side chair, clean towels and new soap, and even adding a splash of color with fresh flowers can take your guest room up a notch. Remember, it's all in the details when it comes to creating a welcoming and relaxing space for your guests to enjoy.

Are you looking to create a guest room that will leave your friends and family feeling pampered and relaxed? A well-designed guest room can make all the difference in providing a comfortable and inviting space for your guests to rest and rejuvenate. Whether you have a dedicated guest room or a double-duty space that needs to function as a home office or hobby room, these 10 steps will help you create a guest room that your friends won't want to leave. From decluttering to adding luxurious bedding and thoughtful touches, we'll guide you through the process of designing a space that will make your guests feel right at home.

When it comes to designing a guest room, creating a comfortable and inviting space for your guests should be your top priority. You want to make sure that your friends and family feel welcomed and at ease during their stay, and that they have everything they need to feel comfortable and relaxed. But designing a guest room can be a daunting task, especially if you've never done it before. Where do you even start?

Want to learn more?  Attend our next Home Decorators Club event:

Date with Design - Creating a Perfectly Cozy Guest Room
Monday, Apr 10 · 4–5 PM
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: 
https://meet.google.com/ork-ioyj-irg

Presentation 1: Design on a Dime - Guest Room
See how items from the HDC SWAP inspired the design of this members guest room.

Presentation 2- Jonelle Tannahill will be sharing “How to create the perfect guest room”!

We will cover:
1) Finding affordable furniture
2) Choosing bedding
3) Ideas to create a cozy atmosphere
4) How to make the space more personal
5) Incorporating storage solution

By the end of the hour, you’ll have the tools and knowledge to create the perfect guest room on a budget!

We will open the google meet about 3:45pm
For best access please join from you PC, MAC or iPad

If you have difficulties joining please contact

Jonelle Tannahill - 916-833-7807
Lori Tollefson - 916-607-3833 
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What a great event that was!  We have a free handout telling the top items you need in every guest room.  Thanks for reading,  Until next time!  Jonelle'

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