Clutter has an annoying habit of multiplying when there's free space to occupy. And that newly vacated bedroom is the perfect dumping ground for floating items that don't have a home or purpose. There's nothing wrong with using the room for storage, but you must be intentional about it. And second, because it means you can also have an office, art studio, or meditation retreat, in addition to some welcome extra storage space. After all, a spare bedroom is the one spot in homes today that's a wasted space — and there are innovative ways to use it.