When you’re decorating your child’s bedroom, the choices are limitless, and a bit dizzying. You don’t wish to be too playful, too cluttered, but instead a mix of warmth and imagination. Above all, you want a bedroom your child is happy to spend time in.
Here’s the best news: Dressing your child’s bedroom doesn’t need to mean that you lose your sense of style. On the contrary, with a little creativity and smart choices, you can create a room that’s enchanting, functional, and utterly your own. No matter your child’s personality, if he or she’s a free-spirited explorer, a future astronaut, or a bookworm dreamer, we’ve compiled seven concepts to turn their bedroom into a haven they’ll adore.
Begin with A Personalized Wall Mural
Ditch boring beige walls or cheaply produced prints. If you truly desire to add some personality to your child’s bedroom, a custom wall mural by Photowall is just what to begin with. Photowall, a Swedish firm known for its high-quality and beautiful designs, makes it very easy to transform a room entirely with just a single feature wall. From dinosaurs and unicorns to jungle animals and outer space, Photowall literally has thousands of styles to choose from, or, if you’re feeling creative, you can upload your own photo or artwork and design a one-of-a-kind.
Moms especially love how versatile it is. You can pick the exact dimensions, customize your photo edit as you want, and even pick your wallpaper material (hello, eco-friendly options!). It’s incredibly simple to install, and the final result looks like something from an interior design magazine, without the price tag.
It’s the type of item that draws the entire room together, creates the atmosphere, and instantly gets people talking. And it’s also a nice way to get your child involved in the decorating process. Let them assist with choosing the theme, they’ll feel as though they played a role in making “their” room unique.
Design a Reading Nook That’s Like a Hug
There’s something magical about being able to have a small reading and relaxation space all by yourself. It does not have to be a lot of room, any corner with a teepee tent or floor mat piled high with pillows will do. Just add some fairy lights, a cozy throw blanket, and a small bookshelf nearby.
Bonus tip: Place a small wicker basket in easy reach where they can store their go-to reads. You will be surprised at how much longer they read when their space promotes it.
Merge Play with Storage, Because Mom and Dad Also Need a Clutter-Free Floor
We all know kids come with a lot of baggage. Toys, books, Legos, stuffed animals. and for some reason or another, they all manage to be underfoot.
Select storage that also serves as play spaces. Think storage benches with cushions on top that are so snuggly, cube shelves lined with brightly colored bins, or even wall baskets that are so much fun to clean up. Labeling bins with pictures (not words) will also train little ones to clean up after themselves: Double bonus!
Get the Walls Talking with More than Paint
In addition to murals, walls are also a great place to add personality. Add a pegboard with turnabout “displays” of your child’s artwork or floating shelves for displays of their beloved toys, books, or collections.
You can even incorporate removable wall decals in your theme. They’re perfect if you like to switch things up every now and then (because let’s be real, their interests change overnight!).
Add a DIY Touch with Your Own Craft Projects
Mums, if you love a Pinterest moment, then this one’s for you. Personalized features like handmade bunting, a name banner above the bed, or painted wooden letters are ideal weekend projects that give the room a warm, homely atmosphere.
Let your child contribute where possible, it’s a great bonding exercise and makes them love their space even more.
Make Room for Creativity (literally)
Kids need room to get messy, be expressive, and be curious. So go ahead and make a little art space in their bedroom. A kid’s desk with storage drawers, a roll of butcher paper, or a chalkboard wall (or half a wall) can keep your hands occupied for hours.
Pro tip: Place it near natural light if possible, it’s inspiring, plus easier to clean up when the inevitable glitter storm hits.
Bring in Calming Elements for Better Sleep
No matter how cool the room, every child’s space must be somewhere they can also unwind and feel safe. Think soft light, such as a bulb or a miniature night light, calming colors on the blankets, and blackout curtains for those sweet naps.
Adding a white noise machine or a gentle-sound playlist and making bedtime simpler is just one more thing we’re sure every parent will appreciate.
Make It Theirs, but Keep It You
Their bedroom doesn’t have to look like a catalog. In fact, the best ones never do. They reflect the blend of personalities: Yours and their imagination, and all the little things that make your family unique.
Begin with something personal and bold, such as a custom wall mural, then everything else will follow. Throw in some snuggly textures, clever storage, and some handmade accents, and suddenly it’s no longer a room. It’s their world.
