The bed fits between the wardrobe and the window. That sounds like the layout is finished, until someone tries to open the window from beside the mattress.
Begin with the approved room use
Establish whether the proposed room can be used as a bedroom and which requirements apply to the house and renovation. Ontario's second-unit guide introduces exits and windows in that context. It's an older guide: Bruce County flags that it may not reflect the January 2025 code changes. Have the designer and building department confirm the current requirements for this room before choosing furniture.
Do not use furniture placement to work around an unresolved approval question. The room must first be suitable for its intended use.
Test the furnished route
Draw the actual bed, bedside tables, desk, and storage depth. Check window operation, curtains, door swings, and the path from the room. Outside, include the window well and anything that may obstruct it.
Keep the future occupant in mind
- Can the required window or exit be reached without shifting furniture?
- Can the opening hardware be operated in the finished room?
- Will blinds, storage, or a removable screen create an obstruction?
- Is the outside route kept clear through snow and garden season?
Ask the designer to review the furniture plan before finalizing outlets and lighting. Those positions influence where the furniture will eventually land.
Recheck the window and route after the bed, curtains, and storage arrive. It's easy for a room that worked when empty to lose the clear space the plan relied on. Keep that same space clear as the occupant settles in and inevitably acquires another piece of furniture.