Whether they’ve just finished nursery or are starting secondary school, it’s safe to say that the design and feel of your kid’s bedroom is going to change as they grow. With so many colours and themes to choose from, it can make designing a child’s bedroom feel overwhelming.
So, to help you get started, here’s our guide on how to arrange a kid’s bedroom so they can get the most out of it growing up.
What to think about with a children’s bedroom design
A child’s room is as much a space for sleeping as it is for playing, relaxing and having a calming space they can retreat to when they want some privacy. Your kid’s bedroom needs to reflect this in its style, layout and function. A good place to start working on this is by getting their input. Find out what they want their room to look like and chat through some ideas.
Kid’s bedroom colour ideas
Choosing the right colours for your child’s bedroom can create a fun, vibrant and cosy space that inspires creativity and provides comfort. Bright and bold colours like vibrant oranges, sunny yellows and playful reds can energise the room, while soft pastels such as gentle blues, pinks and mint greens offer a calm and soothing atmosphere. Nature-inspired tones like earthy greens, sky blues and warm browns bring the outdoors inside, creating a fresh and inviting space.
For a more flexible approach, use colourful accents through bedding, rugs and wall art to add vibrancy without overwhelming the space. Two-tone walls and colourful furniture can also provide stylish and unique looks.
Furniture for children’s bedroom design
The next step in choosing your kid’s bedroom décor is to choose the furniture. You’ll want something that’s both practical and sturdy.
For a bed, you can’t go wrong with a simple frame that can be easily replaced – themed beds are nice, but your child will quickly grow out of them – or a bunk bed if they happen to be sharing. A raised bed is also ideal in smaller rooms to maximise space.
You should also think about whether you want to add any chairs, desks or shelving. Keep these against walls so that the centre is left free as a play space.
Picking a theme for your children’s bedroom decoration
It goes without saying that, at some point, your children are going to become fascinated with a particular hobby or interest, and this inevitably means they might want their room to reflect this. Now, while you could go all the way and style their room on their preferred theme with wallpaper, paint, artwork and matching furniture, this can be expensive to replace as they grow and find new interests. Instead, match with a more generic paint colour that you can quickly replace or reuse as your child’s interests change.
Children’s bedroom storage ideas
When it comes to the furniture in your child’s room, a large part of it should be dedicated to storage. With endless piles of children’s clothes and toys, finding creative places to store everything to avoid clutter is important.
Cupboards, accessible shelving and other flexible storage are a must. A trunk is also a good option for creating one single area for toy storage, and a raised bed or under-bed drawer can be a lifesaver for clothes in a small space.
Ideas for children’s bedroom decoration
Finally, with theming and furniture out of the way, the last thing to think about when it comes to children’s bedroom décor is the accessories. This could be anything from posters and pictures to throws and cushions, whatever your child wants to add their own touch to the room. It’s also a great way to include their favourite characters or themes in the bedroom design without having to redecorate in the future.
Designing your kid’s bedroom with Wren
You should now have a better idea of just how to start designing your child’s bedroom. Naturally, there’s much more you could experiment with here, which is why you might want to book an appointment with our bedroom experts.
And if you want more insights into how to decorate any bedroom, you should visit our blog, where we have more articles on this topic, such as how to design a traditional bedroom and how to choose a fitted wardrobe.
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