A sofa bed can turn a living room into an occasional guest bedroom without a separate permanent room. IKEA suggests reusing the coffee table as a luggage bench or nightstand and using a clothes rack to create some separation around the sleeping area.

Prepare a Guest Sleeping Area with Portable Extras

Clamp spotlights can provide bedside light, while soft bags keep spare bedding together under a bed or above a wardrobe. These flexible additions support hosting without a major alteration. Plan where each item goes during both daytime use and the overnight setup so the room stays manageable.