Creating a space for your children to play and grow is a fun as well as challenging experience. The secret to a successful children’s room design? Keep it simple, plan a space with storage and don’t be afraid to have fun.

Children change at an impressive pace, but that shouldn’t mean you have any qualms about adding personality to your room. Creating a comfortable and welcoming space is the main aim of a child’s bedroom decor.

Take a look now at decorating tips to transform your children’s room into a safe and stylish place.

Favourite colours for a child’s room

Regarding the colours of the room it is important to consider what the purpose of the space is, whether you want to create a calm and cosy aura, or energetic and vibrant.  Colours are an incredible element to differentiate and transform by zones the room, either in a space for leisure, work or a place to sleep.

Bright colours

Bright colours, because they are cheerful and take us to the children’s universe, are great options for more relaxed environments. The tip is to bet on primary colours, including red, yellow and blue.

Pastel colours

Pastel shades are very welcome in children’s environments, as they provide warmth and lightness to the environment. Their easy applicability favours the design of calm and timeless environments.

Neutral colours

Neutral colours are perfect to be used as a base for decoration. White and beige allow daring in the accessories and coverings, greater freedom in choosing accessories and decorative complements. These colours allow the room to grow with the children without ever

Wallpaper

Another option for covering the walls of your children’s room is to use wallpaper. The secret is to invest in soft colours, in the case of larger prints, and when choosing strong colours, opt for smaller prints, so as not to overload the environment or limit the application of other decorative elements. An interesting solution is to apply it only on part of the wall, thus making the environment lighter.

Room for all their toys

From toys to games and books, children’s cupboards are constantly being updated. When you’re designing the little ones’ room prioritise ways of organising and storing the rooms that will grow with them.

Storage options are diverse, such as cupboards with shelves, spaces with drawers under the bed, plenty of shelves to display toys and games. Making the most of vertical spaces allows you to get extra storage space while taking advantage of an irreverent look with personality, keeping the space tidy.

Concentration and fun

A work area for children to have fun in the bedroom is a must-have. In this space you can bet on a good desk and chair so that comfort is inevitable when doing homework or simply painting a drawing. Invest in good lighting for the desk, as well as a wicker basket and a bookshelf so that, in a practical and attractive way, you can store books and school supplies, making them accessible to the child.

The child should be involved in the process of choosing colours, furniture, organisation and general decoration of the room. This allows him to express his personality and creativity and, at the same time, he is given a burden of responsibility for his future room. This “responsibility” will encourage him to be considerate of his space and to keep it tidy.

Strokes of personality

If you keep the walls simple, stickers or self-adhesive vinyls can be an amazing backdrop to the room and can be easily removed as the children’s interests evolve.

Pictures are always good allies when it comes to decorating the walls. Use soft-looking illustrations and playful themes or with a geometric pattern that bring a modern touch to the environment.

Comfort in a small way

Rugs, curtains, cushions and bedding provide opportunities to introduce pattern, colour and texture into a child’s room in an exceptional way. These elements are easily adapted as the child grows and their tastes change, keeping the fundamental essence of the room in harmony with the rest of the house.

Still on the subject of rugs, smooth or short-pile rugs are easier to keep clean and both wool and cotton are soft and durable. Patterns for nursery rugs range from themed, or spots and stars or simply a plain colour. If it is an important investment, then it will be convenient to bet on a carpet that follows the growth of the child, adopting a timeless style.

Bed, the resting place

When it comes to choosing the ideal bed for your children there are several options available. Extendable beds are sized for smaller children but with the possibility to extend as they grow.

Single beds are a safe choice that will be practical for many years to come. Consider a design that incorporates an extension in order to save some space.

Bunk beds

A space-saving solution for children sharing a room with siblings, bunk beds are excellent bets if you want to maximise space. Top bunk beds are advisable for children over the age of 6 and the mattress should not be too thick.