10 Designs – and 3 Tips – Your Kids Will Not Outgrow so Quickly
Take a cue from these rooms before you splurge on your child's room – because shoes and clothes are not the only things kids outgrow quickly
As tempted as you may get to indulge your little princess (or prince) and allow her a full-on Frozen-inspired bedroom complete with a wall mural of Elsa, Anna and Olaf, remember that kids grow up so fast. This time next year – when she’s a pre-teen – she may be cringing about inviting friends for a sleepover because her Frozen decor was “so 2014, mum!”. As interior designer Nikki Hunt of Design Intervention says, “It’s important to involve your child in the design of his room but be mindful of passing fads like an obsession with Dora the Explorer or Thomas the Tank Engine, as the child’s fascination may only last a few months. Keep these to items that can easily be replaced, like bed sheets, cushions or wall decals.”
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In this girl’s room, sophisticatedly styled by Melisa White Interiors, neutrals are anything but boring. Sparkle and tulle, and toys in decor mode, bring character to the space.
Note the adjustable bed with swirly side rails – it can go from toddler to teen years because it’s a timeless style in a classic white finish.
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In this girl’s room, sophisticatedly styled by Melisa White Interiors, neutrals are anything but boring. Sparkle and tulle, and toys in decor mode, bring character to the space.
Note the adjustable bed with swirly side rails – it can go from toddler to teen years because it’s a timeless style in a classic white finish.
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Another girl’s room – this one by Design Intervention – with a neutral base is anything but basic. Although it features an explosion of patterns, the muted tones keep it fresh and light-looking. It’s so tastefully put together that even a grown-up will feel like a princess sleeping here.
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Another girl’s room – this one by Design Intervention – with a neutral base is anything but basic. Although it features an explosion of patterns, the muted tones keep it fresh and light-looking. It’s so tastefully put together that even a grown-up will feel like a princess sleeping here.
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You won’t even notice that the wood grain of the built-in loft bed of this room designed by GA+Partners is the main finish because the built-in is just too much fun. The wood-hued palette will take this room from pre-teen to young adult stage easy-peasy.
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You won’t even notice that the wood grain of the built-in loft bed of this room designed by GA+Partners is the main finish because the built-in is just too much fun. The wood-hued palette will take this room from pre-teen to young adult stage easy-peasy.
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The broccoli character wall-hung storage aside, this room by Third Avenue Studio is fun yet sophisticated. The custom-built bed with storage feels self-contained and cave-like (what child doesn’t enjoy pretend-playing with his own fort?). The dark olive green works with the wood elements beautifully, and gives the impression of sophisticated colour.
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TIP: Use subtle colour.
It’s a good compromise – your child can have their favourite hue, say purple, used in a more versatile manner.
The broccoli character wall-hung storage aside, this room by Third Avenue Studio is fun yet sophisticated. The custom-built bed with storage feels self-contained and cave-like (what child doesn’t enjoy pretend-playing with his own fort?). The dark olive green works with the wood elements beautifully, and gives the impression of sophisticated colour.
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TIP: Use subtle colour.
It’s a good compromise – your child can have their favourite hue, say purple, used in a more versatile manner.
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Following the same design principle, a very pale blue blends with the light wood and white base of this bedroom by Living Gaia Interior. Beddings complement the colour scheme, allowing the brighter hues of the toys on the display shelves to take the spotlight. As the occupant grows, the items on the display shelves can change to reflect his or her taste.
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Following the same design principle, a very pale blue blends with the light wood and white base of this bedroom by Living Gaia Interior. Beddings complement the colour scheme, allowing the brighter hues of the toys on the display shelves to take the spotlight. As the occupant grows, the items on the display shelves can change to reflect his or her taste.
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Grey with a purple undertone is the base colour of this room by Department of Design, with the bed’s platform and the walls in shades of this hue. The bold pops of colour from the ergonomic study chair and the beddings echo those of the toys that decorate the room.
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Grey with a purple undertone is the base colour of this room by Department of Design, with the bed’s platform and the walls in shades of this hue. The bold pops of colour from the ergonomic study chair and the beddings echo those of the toys that decorate the room.
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8.In this shared bedroom by Ansana, the subtle base hue is an ombre blue-green wall. Beddings add dramatically contrasting colour, while white furniture – timeless and will age well as the kids grow – anchors everything together.
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When we think ‘kids rooms’, we often go for cars or mermaids or their favourite cartoon characters. And then we try to match that theme with the rest of the decor for a cohesive look. Unfortunately that often leads to cliche bedroom themes that are easy to outgrow.
Instead, why not choose fun patterns that remind them of their theme of choice, but not literally and will coordinate with more timeless prints? In this room by E & A Interiors a graphic elephant print is used on the lamp shades, headboard and bed skirt. The beddings are colour-coordinated, but you really only get a sense of the circus theme from the toys and decor accessories.
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TIP: Pop some unconventional pattern.
Whether it’s animals or mermaids in toile-style illustrations, unconventional prints give a room that extra-special bespoke feel.
When we think ‘kids rooms’, we often go for cars or mermaids or their favourite cartoon characters. And then we try to match that theme with the rest of the decor for a cohesive look. Unfortunately that often leads to cliche bedroom themes that are easy to outgrow.
Instead, why not choose fun patterns that remind them of their theme of choice, but not literally and will coordinate with more timeless prints? In this room by E & A Interiors a graphic elephant print is used on the lamp shades, headboard and bed skirt. The beddings are colour-coordinated, but you really only get a sense of the circus theme from the toys and decor accessories.
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TIP: Pop some unconventional pattern.
Whether it’s animals or mermaids in toile-style illustrations, unconventional prints give a room that extra-special bespoke feel.
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Dogs change the overall effect of the popsicle-colours in this bedroom by Design Intervention. They add an edgier character to the girlishness of the room, and bring it from a sweet little girl’s room to an edgy teen hangout.
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TELL US
Do you prefer your kids room cartoon-style, or future-ready? Let us know in the Comments section.
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Dogs change the overall effect of the popsicle-colours in this bedroom by Design Intervention. They add an edgier character to the girlishness of the room, and bring it from a sweet little girl’s room to an edgy teen hangout.
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TELL US
Do you prefer your kids room cartoon-style, or future-ready? Let us know in the Comments section.
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Bedroom Ideas That Will Grow With Your Kids
Nurseries and Kids Room Designs to Inspire You
In this shared bedroom of brothers Timothy and Zachary, Design Intervention used pattern to enliven the monochromatic scheme. Accent colours, if you look closely, are based on the colours of Buzz Lightyear – who appears on the top shelf. These are used sparingly but effectively on the window dressing, beddings and floor cushions.
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TIP: Build on neutrals!
When you have a neutral base, you can splash out on patterns and other embellishments, which are easier to change as your child grows older.