Our children usually don’t have a say in the look of their rooms.
Nurseries are created before babies are born, and by time they do have a
say, they’re moving off to college! Children’s wall colors and decor
ideas have come a long way from the traditional pink and blue. From
gender neutral spaces to theme derived walls, here are simple décor
ideas to decorate your children’s rooms.
COLORS: In
homes today kid’s rooms don’t have to stick to the ordinary colors of
generations past. Gender neutral colors are becoming more popular and
lend the opportunity for the space to become multifunctional. Colors
like sage green, yellow, red, and chocolate brown can be paired with
neutrals white, black or tan to give a modern take on kid’s décor. If
you plan to have the room pair with another function, such as an office
consider using colors that will not diminish either function. For
example, consider pairing dark espresso wood furniture of both office
and kids. Then use matching colors in each area of the room. Patterns
and materials can be diverse to differentiate the function and use of
the space. This technique ties the space together visually, and leaves
the space enjoyable for kid and adult.
THEME INSPIRED: Kid’s
rooms have always been a space where adults can let their creativity
shine through. Theme inspired bedroom are a nice way to let children
have a place of their own and they can use their imagination to dream.
Theme inspired rooms can range from sports, hobbies, or whimsical
fantasy lands. Consider using wall murals, stickers, wallpaper, or
fabric to bring the theme alive.
DO IT YOURSELF: Whether it is you grabbing a paint
brush, or your kids grabbing a marker, do it yourself décor can save you
money and feel rewarding when finished. Coloring book inspired
wallpaper in black and white is available for children to color
themselves! Painted murals on walls can be as intricate or simple as you
like. A simple silhouette painted in a contrasting color to the wall
can make the simplest room instantly have character.
SAVING MONEY: Decorating
your kid’s room doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. Similarly, to
decorating in other rooms of your home, online classifieds are a perfect
place to find good deals on furniture. Also consider thrift stores and
clearance areas of department stores! These places can be a gold mine.
Often times mismatched bedding, and slightly imperfect room décor will
make your kid’s room perfect. Also consider antique stores for
one-of-a-kind items. Don’t like the color or finish? With a few simple
tools, and a new can on paint or stain, you can breathe new life in to
an old piece of furniture.
The opportunity to make your kid’s
rooms memorable should be fun and stress free. Freshome reader’s how
have you decorated your kid’s room? Have any tips for saving money, or
finding cool do it yourself projects to do? Leave us your comments,
someone can always benefit from them !
