Since I shared a first-year dorm tour of the space I lived in with my roommate Shannon last year, it felt natural to post a sophomore dorm room tour too. Some elements remain the same, but now that I have a single room as an RA, I added a few new pieces to fill the space. Here’s a wide shot of the whole room:
I wanted clearly defined zones to help keep the room organized, so I divided the space into a living area, bedroom area, kitchen area, and closet/dresser area. Here’s my living area:
I love the rug because it’s soft and fluffy for sitting on, and the futon provides extra seating.
My bedroom area:
My kitchen area:
And my dresser and closet area:
Last year I mostly used my room for homework in the evenings or to hang out with my roommate occasionally. I wasn’t in my room a lot, but when I was, I viewed it as my personal space while I navigated the first year of college.
This year my perspective has shifted: I want the room to be an inviting place for friends and residents to drop by and hang out. Having a larger single room gives me the opportunity to keep my door open and welcome people in. (Keeping the room tidy is part of that goal—easier said than done!)
In response to questions last year about where I bought certain items, I’ve included purchase details below to help anyone looking for similar pieces.
Navy blackout curtains — Amazon. These blackout curtains come in several colors and block sunlight well for better sleep.
Navy & white trellis rug — HomeGoods*
Turquoise “C” table — Bed Bath & Beyond. The exact table I bought isn’t available online anymore, but Bed Bath & Beyond carries similar styles.
Coral throw pillows — Target
Coral backrest pillow — Bed Bath & Beyond
Creamy white futon — Walmart
Turquoise throw blanket — Marshalls*
Woven basket — Marshalls*
Coral storage bins — Kohl’s (the ones I bought previously are no longer available online)
Wooden monogram — 22-inch plain wood monogram from Etsy, hand-painted with acrylic paint from Michael’s.
*HomeGoods and Marshalls do not list most products online, so availability varies by store.
If you have questions, feel free to comment or email me at [email protected]. I hope you enjoyed the room tour.
Questions for you:
Does your bedroom have a color scheme?
Mine is navy, coral, turquoise, and white.
Do you enjoy decorating?
I don’t always enjoy the process, but I love the finished result.
Where do you like to shop for home decor?