Houzz Products: Deck Out That Dorm Room

Back-to-school shopping is different for college students. They need more than a binder, pens and a fresh pair of blue jeans to kick off the year. That empty dorm room is awaiting a total makeover of sorts; it needs furniture, bedding, lighting, desk accessories, storage — not to mention color, art and pattern. With these finds from the Houzz Products section, you can transform that boxy, boring dorm room into a cozy, playful and organized pad.

Patternization II Duvet Cover - $219This duvet cover’s geometric design in ombré shades of mint, grey and mauve instantly adds a little razzle-dazzle to a plain dorm room. It reverses to a khaki side — and it’s easy to toss in the washer.


Anderson Design Group San Francisco BlingBox Petite - $99This handcrafted bamboo box holds more than 120 pieces of jewelry — and you choose the art print for the box’s front cover. So it doubles as storage for the bling and art for the wall.


Patternization II Pillow - $49You’ll notice the woven linen texture of this 16-inch silky throw pillow (insert included). But your student will be all about the cool graphic pattern — and that’s why it’s perfect.


Gooseneck Desk Lamp, Chrome E12 Type G 40W - $45Here’s a desk lamp that will work for school and that starter apartment after graduation. This polished chrome gooseneck lamp has timeless style.



Maru Ball String Lights (Snow) - $29Ball string lights may have been invented for dorm rooms. These rice paper lanterns can be strung on the wall as a quick, affordable way to cast a soft, moody light — since every college night feels like a party.


The Art of Hand "Stop" Hand Bookend Pair - $24.95Talk to the hand! These bookends will make for a fun-late night distraction with the roomies. The mod white cement sculptures can be moved to create a high five, among other creative poses.


Black and White Frames Wall Decals - $28.50Great pics shouldn’t stay trapped in an Instagram feed. Place snaps inside these picture-frame wall decals for an instant gallery wall filled with memories.





Patternization II Throw Blanket, Fleece - $49Sure, a blanket made of fleece sounds ordinary. Then you peek at this fleece throw printed with original artwork that simply dazzles. Totally extraordinary.


Mavi Tray Top Storage Ottoman - $119.99Because every cubic foot of space is valuable in a dorm room. This tray-top leather storage ottoman is a happy marriage of style and function.





Tiffany Printed Multi-Piece Duvet Set Full 8PC Bedding Set - $164.99Spotted: the perfect bedding set for the student who loves flowers. This eight-piece set includes a duvet, sheets, pillowcases and shams — all made from sumptuous Egyptian cotton.







Letter R Art - $55In shared dorm rooms, it’s nice to mark your personal space. This burlap framed art displays an initial for one side of the room.



Grey Herringbone Pouf - $99.99This seems to be the year of the pouf. And there’s no better place than a dorm room for a versatile cotton canvas seat that can double as a coffee table.





Way Basics Storage Cube Plus, Cedar - $22.50Sometimes dorm furniture feels like a sea of bright, bold colors. Stack up a few cedar cubes for stylish neutral-toned storage in space-challenged quarters.


Lite Source Karsten Desk Lamp - $49.99Every piece doesn’t need to scream “dorm room.” This white desk lamp has a soft-spoken style and uses energy-saving CFL bulbs.


She Believed She Could So She Did - Pillow, With Insert - $39Send her off to school with the belief you’ve tried to instill in her from the beginning. This custom-made hemp and organic cotton pillow makes a sweet and sentimental addition to the bed.


Aluminum Bookend Set - $29.99College is the time to hit the books. This pair of eye-catching aluminum bookends may inspire you to push your hardest to excel.


Floral Flower Vinyl Wall Decal, 12" - $11.20Before, there were vinyl records and vinyl flooring. Now there are vinyl wall decals for decorating. Peel, stick and reuse this floral decal to add a sense of whimsy to a dorm room.


Way Basics 3 Cubby Storage Bench, White - $55Who knew something so sturdy could be made from recycled paper! If books and DVDs already have a home, this three-cubby bench can stash boots and sports gear.



Kangaroom Mesh Bath Tote - $12.99It’s a problem if you forget the razor once you’re in the dorm shower, down the hall from your room. That’s why this waterproof bath tote with pockets is essential.


Felt Basket - $18For the budding minimalist, these handsome felt baskets store files, notebooks or even laundry in style. Handles make it easy to tote work to the study group.


Quiet People Loud Minds Quote Wall Decal - $23This wall decal features a girly silhouette with an in-your-face quote. It’s a piece of whimsical art that you can peel and stick to mount, then remove at the end of the term.






Geo Camo Full Bedding, 7 PC Set - $79.19Some things never change, including the popularity of all things camouflage. This cotton camo full bedding set includes sheets, a comforter, pillowcases and shams.



Cargo Naturals Magazine File - $16Use this ecofiberboard magazine file to store a prized collection of Vogue or keep notebooks neatly upright and labeled on the desk.



Camo Green Fabric Memo Board - $27.99This 14-inch camo-green memo board won’t hide that all-important list of to-dos. Nope, that sticky note will be out on display so deadlines won’t be missed.


Gripp LED Lamp, Black - $41.81This sleek black rubber-skinned LED light is as fun to twist and bend as a piece of Play-Doh. While the roommate’s asleep, you can shine a bright light on your work.



That Guy! Use Me - Laptop Tool Kit, Green - $15That Guy is the 4½-inch tall techie tool you never knew you needed till now. Off with his head to blow away dust, or use him as a cooling, tilted stand for a laptop or tablet.


The Laundry POD, White - $79.99Wash dirty delicates and T-shirts discreetly (no undies in the sink!) thanks to this portable, manual-spin washer. This human-powered piece works anywhere.


Cordless Kettle with Temperature Display, 1.75 Qt. - $30Coffee, tea or a bowl of ramen noodles is easy to make with this powerful cordless electric kettle. Safety first — it shuts off automatically after the water has boiled.



Notebook Kit - $19.95Notebooks are on the rise — the electronic kind, that is. This kit keeps that notebook elevated and air-cooled, thanks to a set of feet and adhesive discs.



Kangaroom Over-the-Door Organizer - $29.99Shared dorm bathrooms don’t usually come equipped with personal medicine cabinets. Thankfully this over-the-door organizer stores brushes, lotions and hair potions nearby but off the counter.



HC 100% Cotton Zig-Zag Quilt Set- Orange - $109.95Dorm room walls are always white. So what’s a color-loving college kid to do but bring in pops of pink and orange with this reversible cotton quilt set? Matching zigzag shams are included.


Way Basics Storage Cube, Orange - $20Fact: Square furniture saves more space than round. This storage cube is also stackable and easily assembled, and is made with no formaldehyde or VOCs.


Tape Dispenser, Orange - $12This glossy orange tape dispenser will be easy to spot, even among paper piles. Pick up the tape rolls in bulk to save money.


Indoor Coral Chevron Reading Pillow - $99This coral chevron reading pillow supports late-night study sessions in bed. Add a cup of joe, and you’re set to burn the midnight oil.


2D LED Table Lamp - $41.64This LED table lamp has a two-dimensional design. It’s unique and a little quirky — does that sound like any college students you know?


The Art of Hand Mobile Device Multi Holder - $16.95Finally, a solution to the “Where did I put down my phone?” quandary. These quirky hands that hold tablets too are made of cement — they’re practically indestructible.


Jonathan Adler Geo Circles Stripe Wall Decals - $9.99Jonathan Adler’s modern designs are happy-go-lucky, and these peel-and-stick wall decals feature a playful — dare we say psychedelic? — geometric pattern in vivid colors.


Sophia Lolita Letter Pillow, “M” - $29Dorm rooms may offer the ultimate lessons in sharing. Consider this initial letter pillow a simple, stylish way to mark your bed as yours.


Arcturus Warm Fleece Throw Blanket - $59The quality standard for blankets is softness, and this plush machine-washable fleece throw doesn’t disappoint. It’s custom printed in the U.S.


NCAA Michigan Wolverines Twin Bedding Set - $89.09Early-morning tailgates, chanted fight songs, painted faces — this collegiate bedding is for the student who wants to show some school spirit.


Black Plastic Bed Risers, Set of 4 - $31.51It’s the classic trick for teeny-tiny dorm rooms — put the bed on risers and create storage space underneath. This set of four plastic risers comes in a range of colors and has a 300-pound capacity per riser.


Lite Source Lykta Desk Lamp - $49.99LED lights are the cost-effective, ecofriendly choice for lamps these days. And a yellow light is just happy — what a dorm room should be.


Big Joe Stretch Limo Black Dorm Chair - $79.99This cushy chair is designed for lounging: It comes with a drink holder, a side pocket and a handle to move it around. It’s the perfect place to kick back after an exam.


Starter Set, Pool Blue - $40Bring a dose of energizing color to late-night projects with this sleek desk set in pool blue.


Atom Solid Grey Multi Purpose Coat Hook - $19.95Hooks keep stuff off the floor in a dorm room, where closet space is at a premium. Hang up a jacket, scarf or bag on this sturdy modern coat hook.



Bamboo Multi-Charging Station - $34.99The war against cord clutter starts in college. This sleek bamboo charging station clears out the mess of wires and keeps everything — laptop, iPad, phone — charged in one spot. Battle won!



Pebble Eraser, Pool Blue - $2You don’t have to be a premed major scribbling formulas to need a few of these amazingly addictive erasers. Each pebble eraser comes in a bright color, so you can erase mistakes in style.


Zoe Wodarz Indigo Ikat Fleece Throw Blanket - $79Most fleece blankets are plain, solid colors. Not so with this indigo ikat fleece throw, perfect for cozying up with a book.

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