Boy's room
Boys are, as a rule, playful and mischievous, energetic and crazy dreamers. Therefore, keep in mind that there should be plenty of space in his room so that he can splash out his energy, at a minimum! Modern style will be the best option to decorate a boy's room. There is no need for pretentious furniture here, as in a girl’s space. On the contrary, a functional position, combined with a practical one, as well as a technological and innovative one, is very important. Let's consider the most interesting design options.
Arrangement of the parents' area
The recreation area must be equipped with a sleeping bed, bedside tables and storage systems for things. A spacious room can be complemented with a table, wall or TV stand.
The adult half of the room is decorated with paintings, photo wallpapers and other decor in calm colors. Wall sconces or floor lamps are located near the parent's sleeping bed. Lamps that match the style of the surrounding interior will look good on bedside tables or chests of drawers.
The photo shows the organization of the parental area in the design of the bedroom combined with the nursery.
To save space in a bedroom combined with a nursery, it is appropriate to replace a bulky bed with a comfortable folding sofa, and instead of bulky cabinet furniture, choose modular designs with the necessary elements.
Sailor
If your son is interested in traveling, likes funny pirates, reads books with great interest, or watches movies/cartoons on similar topics, this option will definitely be just perfect. He simply cannot be left indifferent to the various options for submarines, ships and pirate flags. Here you can use such interior decoration devices as: globes and maps, ropes and flags of other countries, a clock in the form of a steering wheel. Another fun element would be a box-chest for baby’s toys, instead of a regular cardboard box.
Requirements for arranging a place for a child
To prepare a place for the baby, you need to start arranging a combined bedroom by replacing the old finish. Peeling wallpaper and dusty foam baguettes are removed. Then the space is cleared, furniture is arranged: a cradle, a changing table, and other models. Any unnecessary items (computer desk, TV stands) are moved to the far corner and taken out into the living room. It is not recommended to hang wall decor near the place where the baby rests and plays. If absolutely necessary (to preserve the style), it is allowed to hang it closer to the ceiling. Dangerous objects (pills, scissors, needles, office supplies, jewelry) are placed in a desk drawer, locked with a key. Be sure to evaluate the ease of movement after arranging the furniture. You should also check whether the baby's cradle is properly lit.
Tips for arrangement
In order to properly arrange the room, it is recommended to initially draw up a rough plan for the location of the furniture. The total area of the room must be measured, and a free part (for games, passage) must be allocated. This preparation will help you rearrange the furniture correctly and purchase all the missing models with suitable parameters. The following tips will help you carry out an easy arrangement with your own hands:
- place all essential items for the baby (powder, medicine, thermometer) next to the cradle: in a cabinet, wall cabinet;
- sort through the toys, leaving the most necessary ones: fluffy animals, fabric dolls will be needed later;
- things and objects intended for the baby should be immediately placed in drawers and shelves next to the cradle: this will eliminate the long search for rompers and educational books.
Where not to place a crib
Creating a safe and comfortable environment for the baby is the main criteria that must be followed when installing a bed. When it is located parallel to the parents' sleeping bed, it is not recommended to leave an overly narrow passage. Its size of about 80 cm is enough for free movement. Otherwise, the mother will constantly “cling” to the cradle. Placement near a window is allowed if the baby will not be in the room during ventilation. The location near the balcony door, doorway, opposite the air conditioner is unfortunate. Any drafts will cause constant illness in the baby. The presence of textile wall decor next to the cradle is not allowed: such dust collectors must be removed. You cannot install it near heaters, tables, cabinets with personal belongings of mom and dad (jewelry, office supplies, other dangerous items).
Technician
Of course! Every boy has his own preferences for various types of technology. Some people like cars, others like planes, tanks, trains, spaceships and so on. When choosing furniture for your son’s children’s bedroom, choose a car bed, a train, or another masterpiece. You can place a variety of wooden models in the room, and hang bright posters on the walls, as a result of which his abode will have a complete image!
Choosing finishing materials
The design of a children's bedroom begins with the choice of wall covering. This could be wallpaper or paint. It is better to choose non-woven, washable wallpaper for the bedroom.
However, they tend to crumble, become covered with difficult stains, and lose their neat appearance.
Therefore, you should give preference to paint. Purchase materials with a quality certificate from a trusted company in a reliable store.
Poor quality paint will lead to constant headaches and disruption of the respiratory tract, even asthma.
Having painted the walls in the bedroom, do not rush to continue working. Allow the paint to dry thoroughly and postpone continuing the repair for a couple of days.
The flooring should be practical and environmentally friendly.
The child will run barefoot, wiggle his knees, possibly stand on his head on the floor, dirty the covering, and spill something on it.
Therefore, the floor must be resistant to moisture, resistant to damage, and easy to clean. Cork, high-quality parquet, linoleum and laminate have these qualities.
You should not use carpet, as it tends to accumulate harmful substances, dust and even negatively affect the air in the room.
Cold floors can be insulated in advance by installing a “warm floor” system. If this is not possible, purchase a small rug.
It can be easily taken out and cleaned, unlike a huge carpet, which does not heat so much as collects dust.
Sports version
If you know that your son is passionate about some kind of sport, then there is nothing wrong with the fact that his room will be in this theme. Let there be some themed necessary items and accessories, for example, a punching bag, hang up diplomas and other awards that indicate his achievements, maybe he will like to hang up a poster of a football player. If space allows, you can organize a sports corner in your son’s nursery, where your son will conduct independent activities, developing himself any time he wants.
Features of the interior of a tiny bedroom
A tiny children's bedroom requires a special approach to the decor. A small number of square meters is not an obstacle to placing all the necessary things and objects.
In a small room you need to use multifunctional furniture
In a narrow nursery, it makes sense to install a model with a pull-out bed, which will free up space during the daytime
When creating the interior of a small room, parents should listen to the following recommendations:
- The color palette of the room should be light! This is the main technique to effectively increase space. You can combine light walls with mirror surfaces. For example, install a spacious wardrobe for a teenager with mirrored doors in the room.
- If there are two children, a bunk bed will be the best solution. It will save space and free up space for active games.
- In a small children's room it is better to install a glossy stretch ceiling. The design will protect the apartment from flooding, visually make it taller, and allow the installation of spotlights on the ceiling.
- If the room has a balcony, it must be used. The balcony partition can be demolished to expand the space. If you don’t want to carry out complex dismantling work, you can simply insulate the balcony and make a training area there. Even the smallest balcony can accommodate a computer desk and chair.
- “Moving” the gaming area into the living room is a good way to save square meters. Such a radical solution is correct in small apartments. The gaming area will not take up much space. Parents will be able to always keep an eye on their baby during games, control him, and play together.
Light shades will make the children's room more spacious
Textile elements will harmonize well with each other if you choose them in the same color
We are decorating a room for two children
As you have already understood, decorating a nursery is not an easy task. But if you have not one, but two children, then the task of decorating the interior will be twice as difficult. It is important to consider the following aspects:
- What is the child's age?
- Boys and/or girls
- What are everyone's hobbies?
- Are there any peculiarities in their development?
- It is important that all functional areas in the room are equipped
We will not focus on the age category and interests of the child. It is still worth paying special attention to the zonal division in which two same/two-sex children will live. Everyone needs to organize a place to sleep and relax, for lessons, a storage system, an area for games and creativity. It is very important to manage to organize everything as appropriately as possible in one room, while the interior should not look somehow overloaded. In turn, each child will be able to be active in their own way.
Completely regardless of the gender of the children, each of them must have their own corner where the children can dream, play, and cry... It is important that none of them is deprived as a result of differentiation.
Organization of a children's area
The choice of furniture and its placement depends entirely on the size of the bedroom and how old the child is. The children's area for a newborn baby is equipped with a cradle, a chest of drawers and a changing table, which, if the space is limited, can be combined into one item.
The photo shows a bedroom with a children's room equipped with a bunk bed.
When setting up a resting place for an older child, the crib is replaced with a small folding sofa or a chair-bed. For a schoolchild, you can install a loft bed in the room with the upper tier representing a sleeping bed and the lower floor serving as a work desk.
For a young family with two children, a bed with an additional pull-out bed or a bunk model that makes the most efficient use of the free space is suitable.
Daughters and sons
If it so happens that you have exactly this option - children of different sexes, decorate the interior of their mutual room quite creatively. Here the style and color scheme should somehow look harmonious and appropriate in relation to each other. You can mentally divide the room in half, and use some kind of partition or color design for this.
Trends for 2022
Among the fashion trends for decorating the interior of a girl’s room, designers pay attention to floral patterns. The following solutions are popular:
- accent wall with large flowers
- art paintings
- photographs and posters with beautiful plants
- Beautiful floral print on furniture
For such an interior, soft pastel colors with a couple of bright accents are enough.
Another option for daughters is wallpaper with dots or clear geometric shapes. Pastel colored walls with geometric shapes with gold or silver glitter look modern.
Shabby chic design, with elegant furniture, a subtle palette and beautiful decorations, is trendy in 2022. Beds with carved headboards and canopies, soft poufs and fluffy carpets are typical.
For boys, designers highlight several interior design options that will be fashionable in 2022:
- Cosmic with blue wall decoration, stars on the ceiling, lamps in the shape of celestial bodies, images of galaxies and telescopes.
- African with a comfortable tent, animals and jungle on the walls.
- Superhero with images of your favorite characters and even entire scenes from films or cartoons on the walls.
The trends are interesting and original, but are based primarily on the wishes of children. The child’s personal comfort is more important than being on trend.
Decorating a room based on the age category of the children
Yes, this question is also important. After all, at every age, a child may or may not yet have his own vision regarding the design of his home. Therefore, we will consider the main age categories and design options for each of them.
Two or three years old
Just as if you were thinking through the design of a bedroom with a crib for a baby, your baby has already grown up. Yes, he still can’t make his own choice regarding the colors he likes, but for sure, we can say with confidence, each of them at that age definitely needs to “chase” around the room, and how can he not jump on the bed! The main criterion in organizing a room for a baby is the issue of his safety. It is important to ensure that the furniture is made of hypoallergenic materials; there should also be nothing protruding on it, such as corners or drawers. Here it is better to select items that are inexpensive and also easy to clean.
Four – seven years
There is already a real world here that can be comprehended at this age! A child up to seven years old runs, jumps, plays, develops, receives guests, learns a lot of new things, makes some discoveries. It is not at all necessary that the space be strictly divided into zones. For now, the table at which the child will do his school homework in the future can be furnished with some beautiful and interesting options for toys and other little things. But with the help of bright colors, the mood will be lifted, the child will be stimulated to be much more active. It is not recommended to use more than three different color options in the interior.
How to properly place a crib in your parents' room
The common room for adults and children should be comfortable, practical and beautiful. If the baby is temporarily in the bedroom, then the parents' bed is the main element of the interior around which the design is built. Proper zoning will help to properly divide the space for everyone living.
In the first months of life, a child's bed is traditionally placed next to the adult bed. The cradle can be moved close and the side can be removed. The method makes it easier to feed at night and the baby sleeps with the parents. The disadvantages of the location include the difficulty of the mother’s approach to her rest area and the difficulty of rearranging the linen in the cradle.
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The cradle can be placed opposite the adult bed. The baby will be constantly in sight. Furniture should not interfere with movement around the bedroom or block access to things. After the baby moves to a permanent room, the place of the cradle can be taken by a chest of drawers, bedside tables or a compact ottoman.
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The crib in the parents' bedroom is often located in the closest corner from the adult's bed. To prevent noise from outside rooms from disturbing you, it is better to place the baby's furniture further from the door. Placing next to an opening threatens drafts and constant illnesses. In a long narrow room for furniture, designers recommend equipping a niche.
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In a spacious bedroom, the baby cradle can be placed in the center. The parents' bed is placed with the headboard against the wall or window. In a small-sized “Khrushchev” building, to create psychological comfort, designers recommend dividing the zones with a thin screen, shelving or curtain.
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It is forbidden to place the cradle near heating devices and cold sources (balcony, window, air conditioner). You cannot place children's furniture near the partition that leads to the kitchen, bathroom or noisy neighbors. There is no bright, directional light in the baby's area, only muted, warm rays. There should be no sockets, switches or hanging shelves near the cradle.
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Schoolboy. Nine – twelve years
Now the baby is becoming more mature and independent. Yes, and he already feels like that. His interests and hobbies are constantly changing. Now you will have to gradually remove a lot of things from the room altogether, for example, the same toys that were used for the baby at a very early age. At the same time, you don’t need to do anything yourself, according to your own preference. It is very important, regardless of the gender of the child, to consult with him about what he needs and what he no longer needs. You must understand what he would like his home to look like. Therefore, the interior should be updated based on his new hobbies and interests.
If your child loves to draw and is good at it, you should definitely hang his works on the wall. This also applies to some of his personal achievements, for example: certificates, medals, fakes and other things. This will not only please him, but also you!
The best bedroom interior for a girl in a modern style. Photo
The interior of a teenage girl’s bedroom is designed according to the “adult” principle. Take a look at the photo. But it’s better not to impose your preferences in style and color. Listen to the opinion of the grown-up “rebel” child, because this is his personal zone. Besides, screaming until you are hoarse because the posters are inappropriate will lead to nothing but a quarrel.
Better offer ideas on how to transform the bedroom interior. There are a lot of interesting modern trends. For example, loft style. On one wall you can hang the same posters, framed diplomas (if the girl plays sports), and favorite photos.
Cover one wall with wallpaper that imitates brick without finishing. Choose original pendant lamps without shades. That's it - the conflict between “fathers and sons” is over.
If a girl has a calm character, she should like the bedroom interior options in Provence and Art Nouveau styles. Such as in the photo below.
Child - teenager
It is during this period that the process of personality formation occurs, when the room of your son or daughter must absolutely correspond to his age. Is the low chair no longer relevant? It should be replaced with a new, taller one, but instead of a crib, a sofa should be installed. If necessary, arrange your workplace by installing a spacious table. The child must take part in all this. Try to find compromises in choosing colors, furniture, and flooring.
Here he will not only sleep. Now this is his living room, office, and also a games room. The plan must be made in advance so that literally every square centimeter is used for its intended purpose, and at the same time, is not the least bit cluttered or overloaded. If you have a daughter, you should provide a spacious dressing room in her room, which will have a huge mirror, which is very important. If you have a boy, there must be a computer area.
When you renovate the nursery, you should wait at least a couple of weeks to move your child in there. After all, even if you use some safe materials to weather the chemicals. smells will take time so that the child does not feel any discomfort as a result!
Planning, zoning and design development
When allocating a room for a child, consider its location in the apartment. Give your baby a well-lit, warm bedroom surrounded on three sides by other rooms. It is advisable that it be away from the kitchen and toilet and closer to the parents’ room. A minimum of 12 square meters is allocated for one child. m., for two - 15 sq. m. There must be a place for sleeping, studying, storing things and toys. Zoning will help solve the problem of placing everything you need. A work area for reading, writing, and drawing is located near the window. To play, take a place closer to the door - the far corner is not the best place for a baby. You can store clothes in a regular closet. If the space allows, arrange a dressing room. It will accommodate a sled, skates, skateboard and even a bicycle, and much more.
Separate the sleeping area from the common space using a plasterboard partition or fabric curtain. This way the zones will not mix, and while the baby is laying down, he will not be distracted by bright toys.
Style and thematic design
The style of the room should be in harmony with the inner world of its inhabitant and reflect the interests and hobbies of the child. Traditionally, classics or delicate Provence are chosen for girls’ rooms. Boys' apartments use a marine theme, American style and even loft. But if a young “lady” wants to live in the captain’s cabin or a room with brick walls, that’s her right!
The following styles are suitable for decorating children's rooms:
- classic - neutral and light shades, furniture made of natural wood with carved elements, works of fine art in wooden patterned frames, exquisite decor, wallpaper with monograms, candlesticks. An ideal interior for a little princess;
- modern - practical furniture, sometimes of unusual shapes from functional modules, contrasting colors, effective inscriptions, posters, chandeliers of geometric shapes;
- Provence - carved light furniture with a gilded effect and scuffs. The furniture upholstery, wall decoration and textiles contain delicate prints - floral, soft check, stripes. Suitable decorations include porcelain vases, figurines, wicker flower baskets, lace and knitted napkins, mirrors in antique frames;
- loft is an excellent choice for a teenager's room. Characteristic are brick or concrete walls with catchy inscriptions, simple rough furniture, wooden ceiling beams and unexpected accents in the form of musical instruments, classical statues or baroque mirrors. Industrial lamps or track systems with rotating mechanisms are appropriate here. Shiny chrome accessories and technological innovations sit side by side with items that look like they were found in a landfill;
- American - functionality, simplicity and convenience. Mixing different styles, combining traditional and modern elements is acceptable. The bed is located in the center, cabinets and shelving are located along the walls. On the walls there are bright posters and photographs that show the child’s hobbies - cartoon stories, favorite musicians and actors, sports, technology;
- marine - blue-blue palette, images of ships or old maps, sails at the head. Another option is to turn the room into a pirate ship with wooden chests, a steering wheel, gear and many items necessary for a real “sea wolf”.
Color palette
Children grow up quickly. And if you don’t plan to change the finish when your “princess” hates pink, introduce this color in doses. Make the walls and furniture neutral. Use bright colors in decoration and textiles. To change the color scheme, it will be enough to update the accessories. Examples of color solutions:
- green - will calm the most nimble baby. Combine shades of color in the interior, but it is better to leave bright ones for decoration. Choose combinations of green with neutrals - white, beige, gray or similar shades - yellow and blue;
- turquoise – refreshes sunny rooms, gives them cleanliness and coolness. Orange, yellow, and lime accents look great on a turquoise background;
- yellow – the brightness of the color will soften the light gray color. This combination will appeal to a child of any age;
- pastel colors - in small doses they will decorate any interior, and as accents they will be appropriate in both girls’ and boys’ rooms. Deep shades – blue, burgundy, brown – are excellent refreshers, but they are best revealed against a snow-white background;
- black and white - combine with bright or delicate shades. An excellent decor option is white wallpaper with a painted city, or coloring panels. A black slate board will not spoil the interior.
Furniture selection
It is very important to choose the right furniture for a children's room. It must certainly be durable, as children are restless and energetic. It should not have sharp corners or dangerous metal elements. Choose furnishings made from natural materials with a safe coating. Try to keep as much free space as possible for your child to play. Beds with drawers and combined bunk models, in which a table is combined with a bed and a wardrobe, will help with this. Choose light shades, as bright colors are stimulating and quickly get boring.
Lighting
A child’s emotional well-being and health depend on lighting. A sun-filled space will fill him with energy, give him tone and a positive attitude. A gloomy room will contribute to the emergence of negative thoughts and decreased activity. Poor lighting is the main cause of myopia. It is better that the children's room is located on the south or west side. When choosing a room, you need to consider the amount of natural light. Artificial lighting is designed in such a way that all areas are evenly illuminated. The beams emanating from the devices must be powerful enough, but at the same time not blinding. Separate switches should be provided to control luminaires in different zones. The lighting of the play space and work “corner” requires special attention. You can hang a bright chandelier in the playing area, and illuminate the student table with a table lamp. For the sleeping area, spot lighting or sconces are quite sufficient.
If a student and a preschooler live in the room, you need to delimit the space so that the light in the learning area does not interfere with the child’s sleep.
Textile design
Textiles create a cozy atmosphere. It makes the room unique and expressive. It is usually not recommended to use bright colors in a nursery. But, fortunately, this does not apply to textiles. Delicate, bright colors and various prints are appropriate here - polka dots, flowers, checkered patterns, images of berries, fruits, toys. Curtains, bed linen, canopies, bedspreads, pillows should be consistent with the overall style and unite the space. The main requirement for children's textiles is naturalness and hypoallergenicity. It is better to use cotton and linen fabrics and avoid synthetics.
Finishing materials
Choosing finishes for a children's room is a responsible task. It must meet the following conditions:
- external attractiveness for a child;
- safety;
- hypoallergenic.
To decorate the walls use paint, decorative plaster, wallpaper - paper, non-woven, fabric. Photo wallpaper will help create a unique atmosphere. And for those who like to draw, wallpaper coloring books will be a gift. You can put laminate, cork, carpet or parquet on the floor. Each of these materials has strengths and weaknesses, but they are all safe for the health of the child.
Accessories, decor and toys
There are many options for decorating a child's room. Vinyl stickers, photo frames, posters will make the interior colorful and unique. If a child is afraid to fall asleep in the dark, luminous stickers or a “Starry Sky” night light will come to the rescue. Let's not forget about useful educational decor - maps - geographical and starry sky, clocks, calendars, alphabets, magnetic boards, height meters. While playing, children learn to tell time, work with a measuring scale, remember the names of countries and cities, and learn languages. Do-it-yourself decor looks great. Select a bookcase or shelf and place your child’s crafts, drawings, and applications there.
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Bedroom on the balcony: pros and cons
Not all parents have the opportunity to equip a full-fledged children's room in their apartment. But children after four years old must have their own corner, closed from prying eyes. What to do? A good solution in this case would be to use a balcony. The large balcony will become your little one’s own, separate “world”.
On a small balcony you can organize a place to study
The disadvantage of this solution is the need to completely re-equip the balcony. It doesn't come cheap. It will have to be well insulated and secured. The windows should be replaced with new ones and made inaccessible for opening. Children are very curious. They can open the window, reach for the bird, and fall. For this reason, it is better to install closed windows with small vents for ventilation. The insulation must be non-flammable and environmentally friendly.
Refurbishment of a balcony will require considerable investment
But there will be additional space, which is important for small rooms
It is impossible to make a children's bedroom on the balcony if it is in poor technical condition and has a small area. In this case, a good solution would be to combine the living room with the nursery. Sometimes the baby himself may oppose living on the former balcony. He may be scared and uncomfortable. There is no need to force the baby. With age, he can change his mind on his own.