Adequate planning is needed when it comes to house renovation or setting up a new home. And an important and equally challenging step for any parents is planning their kids’ room. It is the ultimate goal of every parent to not only provide quality education to their children but also a good living environment that will fuel their creativity and also fulfill their needs and desires.
Therefore, it is vital to balance utility, security and stylishness. You need to think practically about how the room will be utilised. Will it also function as a play-room or study-room? Moreover, the choice of furniture and layout largely depends on the age group as well as the number of children that will use the room. As compiled from The Huffington Post, here is a list of some practical tips and ideas to consider when decorating your children’s room.
1. Colour
The first thing that catches the eye of any child is the colour of the room. It is absolutely essential to choose a colour that they like or colours that will give them a feeling of being in their own space. It is always best to ask your kids what their preference is by showing them different colours and observing their mood as you go through the process with them. Sometimes, you might be tempted to go for light colours such as lavender, sky blue, coral etc. However, it is best to ask your kids what they want.
2. Beds
Bunk beds are an excellent way to save space. They are also trendy and loved by children. They are easily available at different stores or you may order them online. They are easy to decorate and you can even get them made on order as per your choice.
3. Decoration
Decoration is one of the key features of any room. For a kid’s room, the decoration should not be over the top. It should be simple yet classic and modern. One can use different photo frames, wall art and chalkboard paint which are not only fun to look at but provide an interactive backdrop for a kid’s room.
4. Furniture
The type of furniture in a child’s room should be trendy yet safe. It should not be extravagant and must have the essentials that a child needs.
For instance, for small kids, you may include a play table for arts and crafts or a comfortable chair to read on, while school-going kids may require study desks. You can customise the furniture in the form of your child’s favorite cartoon or anime figure. However, the room should not be stacked with furniture and there should be ample space to move around.
5. Theme
A theme is one of the best ways to differentiate one room from the other. You can easily pick up a theme like taking a combination of two colours or wallpaper. It will give the bedroom aside a distinct yet unique look. Whatever theme you choose, keep in mind that children’s interests may vary as they get older. When planning, it is important to consider the activities theylove most, which can act as a guide for you to choose furnishings and accessories. Whatever you decide, just make sure that your plan allows for plenty of scope to grow, change and evolve.
Published in The Express Tribune, October 6th, 2016.
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