Your children’s bedroom is their little cosy safe space. It is a place where they can be themselves without the fear of being judged or monitored.
In fact, a peek into their room will give you an idea of their likes and dislikes. Because the way you decorate their room can greatly impact their self-esteem, and give them a sense of connection and belonging.
But while creating a space for your little one can be quite fun, it can be equally challenging, especially in the new normal era. If the pandemic taught us anything, it is to maintain hygiene and avoid creating nooks and corners that are tough to clean. Your child’s room decor also needs to adhere to this simple rule.
But that does not mean it has to be boring. You can infuse excitement and colour in their lives by incorporating some fun ideas in their bedroom. You don’t need much space or a big budget, but only proper planning.
If you’ve been struggling for some inspiration to decorate your child’s bedroom, stress not, we have you covered. For your convenience, we have curated a list of 21 fun ideas that you must try.
21 Fun Ideas For Your Kids’ Room
Play with colour
Kids love bright colours, but choosing the right one can be tricky. It is better to discuss the colour preference with your kid first, before going for a makeover of their room. Not only, will the process be fun, but it is a great way for kids to get involved.
Children are more attracted to bright block colours of the colour wheel rather than pastels or muted blends. So you can refer to this while painting your kid’s room.
Here’s a little tip for parents: Kid’s preferences change rapidly, so be prepared for it. For instance, if your kid is fond of bright blue today, one year down the line, it can change to orange.
In that case, you should be up for the challenge of repainting the entire room in a few years. But if you want to avoid the hassle, then it is better to play safe. You can use it in a few areas, rather than painting the entire room with the colour of their choice.
Create a kid-friendly space
If you want your child to encourage independent play, what can be better than creating a cute kid-friendly space? How about adding a small floor bed, pint-size table, and chair for your little one. Some low bins, easy to access shelves, where they can work by themselves?
Sounds adorable right? Yes, by putting yourself in your little one’s shoes, you can create a space that is as functional as it can be cute.
Declutter your kid’s room
This tip will come in handy if you have a small kid’s room. You will notice that there are a lot of unnecessary items lying in this room–from their old toys to clothes.
You can start with recycling their old toys and clothes. Turn it into a fun project for your kids. Ask them for creative and fun ideas in which they want to recycle their unused items.
You can also put in place a loft bed that doubles the usable space of your kid’s room. This way he/she will have an additional play zone that you can convert into a reading nook or lounge area. You will be amazed to find the amount of unused space that was in your kid’s room.
Use patterns and textures
Sometimes patterns and textures can change the feel of the entire room. Wallpapers, murals and wall stickers are some exciting options for you to consider if you want to add an element of fun to your kid’s bedroom.
If you are looking to add a personality to your kid’s room, then you can go with wallpapers. Patterns including geometrics that look good also come in a range of colour ways to suit the room’s owner.
Wall stickers, on the other hand, are easy to use and you can remove them when your child gets tired of the designs.
A space to keep the little hands and minds busy
You need to plan a place in your kid’s room where they can keep their hands and minds busy. For instance, a corner where they can colour, get their hands dirty in dough or read their book. This space will not only keep them busy but may also help with their physical and mental development.
You can later convert this space into his or her study space when your child is older.
A reading corner
You are worried that your kid spends more time on the mobile or on the laptop, especially during the pandemic. As a result, your little one probably doesn’t have the attention span or the energy to read actual books.
But if you make this fun, they might just be interested. Create a space adorned with different themes for the storybook or a cosy little corner to enjoy their books. A designated reading corner and plush cushions along with their favourite toys will hook them to their books.
Nature-inspired photos
You can try decorating your kid’s room with nature-inspired photos. Interior designer Carolyn Feder, founder and owner of Sensory Interior Design feels that designing around natural elements sends a subliminal message to the brain to feel calm.
Feder says, “Photos help children learn how to observe details around them and they learn how to appreciate everything nature does for us as a whole. Photos can also double as lovely views when windows with lovely vistas aren’t available.”
Aspiring Artist
Let their imagination soar high by painting their walls with chalkboard paint. The vast canvas all around in the room will allow your little ones to show their creativity at any time of the day. The best part is, they also get to change their artwork at any time, too.
This could also be one of the many post-pandemic activities you do with your child at home.
Use the drawings to create wall art
To encourage your kid’s creative juices to flow more freely, why not consider turning your child’s art into framed pieces for their bedroom?
All you have to do is buy similar frames in various sizes to create a unique gallery wall. Make this their achievement wall that they can show their friends and family members.
Create a stylish storage
Practical storage is key for the kids’ rooms, so it needs to be functional and fun at the same time. You can rework your kid’s bedroom by creating stylish storage boxes. This will add a different charm to their room.
You can explore the huge variety of options: from multi-purpose storage furniture to laundry storage, to funky storage options in cabinets.
You can also think of investing in a chest of drawers to store most of your children’s clothing. It also offers a handy surface for additional storage or for displaying your kid’s favourite toys.
Display their passions
If your child has a passion for surfboards or collecting gramophones, why not make it into the theme for their room? You can display their passion on the wall.
Whether your kids are fond of collecting baseball cards, sporting equipment, or books, give them a place to show off their treasures.
Create a laughing corner
Laughing together is a great way to connect, and a good sense of humour also can make kids smarter, healthier, and better able to cope with challenges. So why not use this as a concept for your kid’s bedroom?
Design their room around their favourite cartoon character. Right from choosing the bedsheets to soft toys to special corners.
Inspire curiosity
You can design your child’s room to inspire curiosity. Add different elements to their room, which will encourage them to think. Creating puzzles and adding mysteries will inspire curiosity in them.
You can create a separate section or a wall in their room for this purpose.
Repurpose old Items
Spending a fortune on customised kids furniture and decor may not always sit well with your pocket.
Instead, repurpose as much as you can in a kid-friendly way. For instance, your kid’s old clothes can now be those cute garments for their stuffed toys or you can simply re-paint their bed with bright colours.
Perfect lights
The most important thing in your kid’s bedroom, other than the decor is to ensure it has exposure to natural light. A small window or a verandah in their room will help them interact with nature. Other than the health benefits, exposure to sunlight will further help them boost their mood.
Lighting inside the kid’s bedroom should be efficient as everything should be easily visible to them. You can ensure this by adding the right amount of light through LED ceiling panel lights as well as mood-elevating light that adds to the ambience.
You can even go ahead and add a desk lamp on any other corner of the room that lacks additional light.
Use educational items creatively
Educational items can turn boring if they are not used properly in the room. So why not try getting creative with it? For instance, you can neatly arrange the books and educational toys in the cabinet. Create a wall, where you can add charts and maps to pique their interest and curiosity.
You can also buy carpets or rugs with alphabets and numbers in bright colours. This will not only grab their attention but also help them to learn faster.
Rugs
Placing a rug by the bed will give your child space to stretch out and play with toys, board games, puzzles and let them work on art projects.
The best part is these can be removed and cleaned easily. You can coordinate the rug with other elements in the room. Be sure to choose a rug with material that can be washed and cleaned easily and stay away from white, if possible.
Space-saving beds
You can explore a variety of space-saving beds for your kids. Some of the most common types of this category include bunk beds, loft, beds, and trundle beds. There are several trendy kid bed options that you can go through.
To add an element of fun, you can also go for car-themed trundle beds, sports-themed bunk beds or multi-bed sleeping units. These can be designed like a majestic palace or a fairy-tale castle for your little star.
Incorporate a playing space
This has become all the more important especially in the new normal era. You can think of exciting and fun ideas like creating a mini gym or an indoor play area in their room. Let this space be where your little one can break a sweat and play to their heart’s content.
Even though the play zone is usually demarcated from the rest of the room, but some cool designs can be integrated into the bed frame. For instance, a loft bed with a rope ladder. Or, a bunk bed with a basketball net attached to the upper bunk.
Canopies
If you are thinking of adding an element of fun, then those cute canopies are an easy way to jazz up your kid’s room. You can use some pastels shades for making canopies and add soothing lights to compliment it.
These cute little places can be used as a reading or napping place for your little one. You can further make it interesting by adding changeable artworks like photographs or paintings.
Swings
When it comes to your kids’ rooms, fun ideas along with functionality is the key! A safe and well-spaced swing is a great idea for your kid’s room. But don’t forget to choose the correct swing for the room, the right material, size, and always check the space between the swing and bed.
While you unleash your creativity in designing your kid’s room, remember to involve your child in the process.
Why You Should Involve Your Kids While Designing Their Rooms
Giving your child the freedom to create his or her own space and environment is an effective way of making them feel comfortable. In doing so, you are also showing your child that you trust him or her in the decision-making process. Here’s why the involvement of your child is important.
Kids feel a sense of ownership
When you let your kids decorate their rooms, they feel a sense of ownership. They begin to understand that the space they live in is their own. This boosts their self-esteem and they understand that you respect and value their decision.
They can unleash their creativity
When you allow your child to decorate their rooms, you will be surprised to find the extent to which their imagination and creativity can flow.
Every kid–regardless of age–is brimming with fresh and fun ideas. At first, you might feel that their fun ideas look a bit far-fetched, but with time, even you will start to relate to them.
This helps you bond better
If you allow your child to get involved in the process, it will help you understand them better. Child psychiatric expert Dr Jeffery Benezra points out the need to look for behaviour that is age-appropriate in your child.
He says, “Everything your child does in relation to his or her environment is directly linked to what is happening in his or her psyche.”
While it’s perfectly fine to involve your child in decision-making, you also should know when to put your foot down. For instance, if their demand is making you exceed your budget, you need to explain to them why you can’t go ahead with it. As a parent, you have the right to put a pin on the idea, if you find it hurtful, outrageous, or insensitive.
Decorating your child’s room can have a great effect on their mind and development. As your kids grow, they will treasure the fond memories of their space. Especially now since they have spent a large part of 2020 stuck in their rooms.
So mums the canvas is right there. All you have to do is weave exciting stories and fun ideas, and unleash your imagination to bring out the best in your child.
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