8 GREAT RENOVATION DESIGN IDEAS FOR KIDS BEDROOMS
An older child’s bedroom (“kids bedroom”) is their space; it should provide a place to spend time with friends, do their homework, or enjoy quiet time away from the world.
The team at Style Plus Renovations North Shore Auckland take a look at 8 great renovation design ideas for your kids bedrooms and how you can personalise their bedroom to suit them now and in the future.
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1. ENHANCING YOUR KID'S ROOM SPACE
Homes are your haven and sanctuary, somewhere to rest and relax and enjoy our surroundings. We choose neutral palettes and add and layer accessories to provide sophistication.
So why do so many parents often choose to go wild in their kids bedrooms?
We so often see bright hues of pink and orange, red or blue – would you paint your bedroom in one of those colours?
Pink, orange, red or blue are not restful colours!
Throw in a few of the extensive merchandising options available for your favourite characters, and you have a room totally at odds with the rest of your home. One that, more likely than not, you would keep the door closed on when visitors come.
Typically, when kids get to the age of 8 or 9 they begin to develop their own sense of style and what they do and do not like.
An older child’s bedroom is the space where they can be with friends, explore interests and personalise to reflect their growing personality. Bedroom furniture has everything any growing boy or girl needs. Whether, it is their first ‘big kid’ bed, a bedside cabinet, or essential study desk furniture can be designed to cultivate a child’s imagination.
There is furniture and accessories that offer a variety of styling options that will not date as your child grows.
2. Kid's Room Design Ideas: Elevating Aesthetics and Functionality
When it comes to renovating kids’ bedrooms, interior design plays a key role in creating a space that is visually appealing and functional. Here are some key considerations to keep in mind:
Kid's Personolised Bedroom
Instead of seeing kids’ bedroom design as a hassle and extra pressure, turn it into an enjoyable, bonding activity. Invite your little ones to participate so their individuality and interests are reflected in a space that is truly theirs. You can help them choose the colors, themes, furniture and accessories that suit their personality and taste. This way, you can create a cozy and comfortable environment for them to play, learn and grow.
Make space for the kids to play
Many families struggle with limited space in their homes and cannot afford a separate playroom for their children. However, this is not a problem, as children’s rooms can be divided into different zones for sleeping and playing.
For example, a play zone could be a cozy corner with books and a chair, a miniature house with dolls or lego, a creative station with art supplies, or a secret tunnel for kids only.
3. Color Psychology: A Shade Of Grey
Homes are your haven and sanctuary, somewhere to rest and relax and enjoy our surroundings. We choose neutral palettes and add and layer accessories to provide sophistication. Why change this when updating your kid’s room. Here are some simple rules to follow:
• Avoid bright hues of pink and orange, red or blue on the walls. They are not restful colours.
• Keep the backdrop neutral.
• A shade of grey is a timeless and restful colour.
• Grey provides a neutral, disappearing background to accent colours.
• Using grey as backdrop makes for an easy template with which to work.
4. Kids Beds
For your kids bedroom renovation, choose a bed that will keep pace with their changing tastes and fit in with a variety of styles of décor and bedding. Always select a suitable mattress for their age and weight.
Mocka Sonata Bed makes a statement in any room with its colour options and vintage style. From basic black or white to a vibrant pink or blue, there is a colour to suit any style of décor. The intricate details and curved ends make the Sonata Bed perfect for a child’s bedroom or guest room.
Simply add favourite hues and a few well-chosen accessories for a room ranging from fun to sophisticated and anything in between.
• Mocka NZ
5. Kids Furniture
It can pay to add some key pieces from this age as children have matured beyond wall writing and general destruction!
These will be pieces that stand the test of time and either become furniture for their first flat, or remain if their empty room becomes a guest room. Look for items that can be dual-purpose as their needs change through the years.
Just changing handles or being a bit adventurous with paint finishes can give an immediate new look to a piece of furniture. The choice is endless and ranges from boyhood themes like Batman and other action figures to more sophisticated feminine crystal and porcelain-styled ones.
6. Kids' Bedrooms Design Accessories
This is always the fun part when considering renovation design ideas for kids bedroom, but its the most easily changeable part of the kid’s bedroom design. Your key and most expensive pieces remain, but accessories can be easily changed without a significant cost being involved.
They can have a theme of colour, an interest, or a favourite sport. Often they become eclectic, added to as your child creates their own mementoes of events, experiences and friendships as they themselves grow.
7. FLOOring
Consider the specific needs of your child and the overall design aesthetic when selecting the flooring for the kids bedroom.
Balancing comfort, durability, and style will ensure a space that not only looks great but also provides a safe and inviting environment for your little one
Here are some flooring options specifically suited for kids’ rooms:
Soft Carpeting
Soft carpeting is an excellent choice for kids’ bedrooms as it provides a cushioned and cosy surface for children to play on. It absorbs impact, reducing the risk of injuries from falls.
Because spills and mishaps are unavoidable in a kids bedroom, choose carpets that are stain-resistant and easy to clean.
Also consider carpets with a low pile height to avoid trips and falls.
Laminate
Laminate flooring is a versatile and budget-friendly option that mimics the appearance of hardwood or other materials.
It is resistant to stains, scratches, and fading, making it an excellent choice for kids’ bedrooms.
Laminate is available in various designs, including ones that resemble natural wood or stone, allowing you to achieve the desired aesthetic without breaking the bank.
Vinyl
Laminate flooring is a versatile and budget-friendly option that mimics the appearance of hardwood or other materials.
It is resistant to stains, scratches, and fading, making it an excellent choice for kids’ bedrooms.
Laminate is available in various designs, including ones that resemble natural wood or stone, allowing you to achieve the desired aesthetic without breaking the bank.
Rugs
Regardless of the flooring type you choose, incorporating rugs in kids’ bedrooms adds warmth, comfort, and an opportunity to inject color and texture.
Rugs can define play areas, provide a soft surface for children to sit or play on, and easily change the room’s look as your child grows.
Choose rugs that are easy to clean and maintain.
8. LIGHTING DESIGN
Proper lighting is crucial in any home design, including the kids bedrooms.
Natural light is the best, so make the most of your windows and think about putting up translucent curtains/sheers to let in diffused sunshine.
Incorporate layered lighting with a mix of overhead fixtures, task lighting for study areas, and ambient lighting to create a warm and comfortable ambience before night.
Smart Lighting
A child’s bedroom is frequently multipurpose, including areas for studying, entertaining friends, relaxing, and sleeping. Smart lighting makes it easy for them to create the desired atmosphere.
Smart LED bulbs may provide a distinctive light on a bigger scale by utilising your current lamps and ceiling fixtures, whether in the bedroom or down the hall and into the bathroom.
There are many white bulbs that can be controlled, scheduled, dimmed, or tuned to a specific softness
Relaxing colours can be used, but the Philips Hue system includes a particular “Go To Sleep” Routine that can adjust lights to preset colour and dimming levels and fade them out over time (anywhere between 15 and 60 minutes) to lull tiny ones to sleep.
The system is also simple to extend, so you can add useful extras like motion detectors.
FINAL THOUGHTS
When it comes to renovating kids’ bedrooms, creativity, functionality, and safety go hand in hand.
By incorporating enchanting themes, multifunctional furniture, creative storage solutions, strategic colour choices, and a good lighting design, you can create a space that nurtures your child’s imagination and ensures their well-being.
At Style Plus Renovations, we specialize in transforming your ideas into reality. Contact us today to bring your dream kids’ bedroom to life!
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