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Adult approach to children's bedroom design

25 March 2024
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Every parent wants their child's bedroom to become the most joyful place in the house, which will serve as a beautiful decoration of their happy childhood.

Therefore, the design of a child's room is a whole art that combines functionality, safety, and inspiration. Every element in a child's room matters - from the color scheme and furniture arrangement to the choice of toys and decor. A well-designed child's room contributes to the child's development, their creative thinking, and comfort, creating a world where dreams become reality.

Safety comes first

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Planning the perfect child's room starts with caring about safety - both psychological and physical. Proper ergonomics, hypoallergenic materials, a pleasant color palette - all of this needs to be considered. Additionally, it won't hurt to install special blockers on windows, cupboard doors, sockets, and cover sharp corners of furniture with soft pads.

Room that "grows up" with the child

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Try to avoid the temptation to make everything too fairy-tale-like. Initially, this may give the child a sense of fairy tale, but we all know how quickly children grow up, and accordingly, their interests change. Therefore, the room interior should keep up.

It's not necessary to completely abandon thematic prints and figures of favorite characters, just let them be items that can be easily replaced later: curtains, ottomans, a canopy over the bed, fluffy patterned rugs, various accessories, and paintings...

Complete serenity

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Childhood is a time of adventures and sometimes mischief, so don't deprive the child of this pleasure. And to maintain peace in the house, you can turn to soundproofing - for a child's room, it is recommended to use materials based on quartz sand, cork, or modern mineral membranes, as they have good ecological qualities and do not emit harmful substances.

Right wallpapers

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There is a huge variety of wallpapers on the market now, so finding something visually appealing and practical will not be difficult. Just consider the nuances of each texture: paper wallpapers - an ecological and affordable option, but not the most practical; non-woven wallpapers - more durable and wear-resistant, they can also be washed and painted; vinyl wallpapers - should be used with caution, choosing models with breathable layers; glass fiber wallpapers - a modern and practical option that can be washed and repainted; and textile wallpapers look quite elegant but require careful maintenance.

Color palette decides everything

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When choosing a color palette for a child's room, consider the child's preferences and the overall style of the room. Bright and vivid colors can stimulate activity and creativity, while neutral tones contribute to calmness and relaxation. For a small room, neutral (beige, light gray) and pastel tones are suitable. Also, consider the amount of natural light: use warm tones (yellow, orange) in a dark room, and cooler tones (blue, mint) in a sunlit room.

Lighting

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A child's room should have at least three sources of light: a chandelier, a night light, and additional lamps in the play and study areas. Avoid heavy blinds and heavy curtains. The ideal option is floor lamps with adjustable brightness.

Place for fantasies

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Arrange a cozy corner for the child where they can hide and play. It could be a tent, a teepee, or a corner separated by curtains with cushions. You can also zone the space with shelves or sofas and armchairs with high backs.

Set up a reading area

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The best way to instill good habits in a child is to create perfect conditions for it. Try to make the reading area as cozy and attractive as possible: a lamp of whimsical shape, a soft pouf, a hanging chair, or maybe a wide windowsill behind the curtain.

Storage solutions

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Often, children's games and ideas end in total chaos. And to make it easier for the child to restore the room to its original state, it is worth carefully considering the storage system: beds with built-in drawers, baskets, and containers. For space saving, consider vertical organizers, such as wall pockets or hanging shelves.

Indoor activities

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Adding slides, swings, a climbing wall will not let the child get bored and will also help develop their physical skills and coordination. All these elements of the play space contribute to the improvement of imagination, creative thinking, and independence in children.

Freedom of creativity

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Allocate a place in the room for drawing: paint one of the walls with washable paint or install a chalkboard. Let the child have a legitimate place for self-expression, where they can fully unleash their imagination.

Our company adheres to the principle of "the best for children" and therefore pays very close attention to choosing manufacturers of children's furniture. It is important for us that the design appeals to your child, and you are confident that they play in safety and that the furniture items will withstand any of their ideas.

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