How to arrange a room
for a senior citizen? interior design for an elderly person

Over the years, we learn more and more about ourselves and how we like to live. A room for a senior citizen should therefore be tailored as closely as possible to the needs and preferences of the future occupant. A comfortable space will make it possible to indulge in one's passions and relax in peace. How should a room for grandma or grandpa be arranged? Here are some tips.

Maturity in life is often linked to maturity in interior design. It is worth drawing on this when arranging a room for an older person. A book lover may not be able to imagine his or her daily routine without a comfortable armchair with a footrest, while a fan of social gatherings may not be able to imagine a handy table with drawers in which to place favourite games. While there is no single recipe for a functional space for seniors, there are a number of tips to follow.

How to furnish a room for a senior citizen? Start with a comfortable foundation

It's worth thinking holistically about home interiors, starting with the floor. A natural plank with a matt finish will work particularly well in a senior citizen's room, ensuring safety by making it difficult to slip. Nice and warm to the touch, the floor will provide a pleasant experience for the feet. It is worth finishing it with classic white skirting boards, which will correspond with the door joinery. A successful choice is a door model from the Modus collection with a clearly visible, contrasting leaf edge, which additionally creates an interesting decorative accent. Everyday comfort will be enhanced by an ergonomically shaped handle or a comfortable grip on sliding doors.

Attention should also be paid to appropriate wall finishes. Paint them in light, neutral colours that promote calm and relaxation. These include, for example, warm beige, grey or white. These colours will also optically enlarge the senior citizen's room.

Decor and structures can be used to separate specific zones in the room. The slatted panels, available in various widths and shades, also ensure a quieter space. Kerradeco decorative panels with botanical or geometric motifs are also a timeless decoration. Their surface is durable and easy to clean.

Arranging a room for an older person - choosing safe and comfortable furniture

The interior in which a senior citizen will live must fulfil many functions. Most often, it will constitute both a bedroom and a living room. Therefore, when choosing furnishings, let's make sure that all elements harmonise with each other and help in everyday functioning. Elevated units on high legs will make it easier to keep the room tidy. Rounded edges, ergonomically shaped handles and a soft-closing system will also prove important when using furniture.

An important role in arranging a room for an elderly person is played by a comfortable bed with a large sleeping surface. Comfort is ensured by a sufficiently high model, which will not cause excessive strain on the spine when getting up from the bed. Space should also be set aside for a bedside table. A handy tabletop will prove useful as a place to put glasses, a book or a glass of water.

Retirement is often a time when social life flourishes. A comfortable sofa in grandma or grandpa's room is ideal for receiving numerous guests. A sofa with wide armrests will make it easier to relax together, and a sofa equipped with pockets will also make it easier to store small items. The sofa can also be furnished with a pouffe, which can be used as a footrest to relieve tired legs.

In a small room, the sofa can be replaced by the timeless Fint armchair with footrest and extendable seat. The adjustable backrest makes it possible to adjust the angle of the armchair to the needs of the senior citizen. The furniture can also be used as a storage unit. The back of the armchair provides a place to put a newspaper or a cushion. Make sure that the mature occupant also has a coffee table available. A model from the Nature collection can be fitted with functional drawers which, when removed, will function as solid containers. The senior citizen will be able to organise frequently used items related to their passions in them.

A good alternative for a larger room would be a 4 You folding table with rounded corners and under-top storage. It will work well in duo with the stable Closer chairs. Their swivel seats have been designed so that you can sit on them comfortably, but also stand up comfortably.

Favourite items clearly visible and always at hand

Photos of loved ones, travel mementos or china cups of sentimental value. All of these items should be displayed prominently. An illuminated display cabinet is ideal for the senior citizen's room and provides easy access to stored items. LED strips provide additional illumination, which is particularly useful in the evenings. As well as being aesthetically pleasing, built-in lighting can also help you find a particular item. It is therefore worth installing a light in the senior citizen's wardrobe as well. A wardrobe configured in the Creative system can be fully adapted to the needs of an elderly person, for example by deciding on the arrangement of shelves or bars. This way, she won't have to bend down often or reach high above her head.

Together with the future occupant, we will also decide on the appearance of the Creative solids. In this way, they will harmonise well with furniture with a "soul" collected over the years and will fit perfectly into a room full of sentimental mementos. Introducing a bookcase or chest of drawers with a chameleon-like nature is an excellent idea for contemporary eclecticism in the interior. For the comfort of grandma or grandpa, we can choose contrasting handles or opt for fronts that open when pressed.

Senior citizens' room - accessories for everyday comfort

The senior citizen's room is completed with the right accessories. A soft blanket on the bed or armchair is indispensable on colder days, as are decorative cushions to ease the strain on the back. Pleasant textiles can add a harmonious touch and create a soothing atmosphere.

Practical accessories are also important in a senior citizen's room. Use multifunctional solutions to avoid an overload of objects and thus visual chaos. A bamboo trayfrom Rat will prove useful for carrying tableware and, if necessary, will turn into a container for trinkets. A glass vase can be used to display fresh flowers in spring and dried twigs in autumn. Potted plants will also ensure a good mood, as they will purify the air of toxins, creating a healthy microclimate.

A hand-woven wool rug will complement the peaceful design of a room for an elderly person. This raw material regulates the humidity in the interior and is also pleasant to the touch, thus providing a nice massage for bare feet. Place this natural decoration next to the sofa or your favourite armchair, where it will provide you with a sense of well-being while you relax.

W pokoju dla seniora ważne będą także praktyczne dodatki. Warto sięgać po wielofunkcyjne rozwiązania, które pomogą uniknąć nadmiaru przedmiotów, a tym samym wizualnego chaosu. Bambusowa taca Rata sprawdzi się do przenoszenia zastawy stołowej, a w razie potrzeby zmieni się pojemnik na drobiazgi. W szklanym wazonie wiosną można wyeksponować świeże kwiaty, a jesienią – suszone gałązki. O dobry nastrój zadbają też rośliny doniczkowe, które będą oczyszczać powietrze z toksyn, tworząc zdrowy mikroklimat. 

Spokojną aranżację pokoju dla starszej osoby uzupełni ręcznie tkany dywan z wełny. Surowiec ten reguluje wilgotność powietrza we wnętrzu, a dodatkowo jest przyjemny w dotyku, dzięki czemu zapewnia miły masaż bosym stopom. Naturalną dekorację warto umieścić nieopodal sofy lub ulubionego fotela, gdzie zadba o dobre samopoczucie podczas wypoczynku.

Spotlighting to support favourite activities

For the sake of your eyesight, it is also worth thinking about the right lighting throughout the room. Several sources of light will illuminate each area of the senior citizen's room and make activities comfortable and safe. In addition to the ceiling light, a chest of drawers and a bedside lamp should be placed by the bed. So that you don't always have to look for the switch, think of a bedside table with an illuminated drawer.

In the reading nook, a wall lamp or a floor lamp with an adjustable arm, which allows you to adjust the angle of light to suit your needs, will work well. It may also be a good idea to illuminate switches or install motion sensors to automatically switch on light bulbs. Place portable lanterns in the corner of the room to add to the atmosphere.