26 Fun Kids' Room Ideas (That Grown-Ups Will Love Too)
Kid-friendly, grown-up–approved
Let’s face it—kids’ tastes and styles change frequently. If it’s time to update your little ones’ rooms, visualize each space as a blank canvas that once upgraded, will embrace their unique personality. Have fun with the design, consider their growing interests, and find ways to involve them in the process to get them excited about the transformation. Check out these kids’ bedroom ideas to get your (and their) creative juices flowing.
Kids' Rooms Colors and Accents
Check out some color schemes and motifs to use in your kids’ bedroom.
1. Paint a Customized Mural
Give your kids a room that allows their imagination to run free and makes the space customized to fit their unique personality. This treehouse painting provides a fantasy world that they’ll look forward to coming back to after a long day at school, and informs the design for the rest of the space. If you have the artistic eye, you can paint the mural yourself and make it a weekend project. Or, hire a local artist or painter who specializes in larger-scale work.
2. Hang a Peel-and-Stick Checkered Accent Wall
An accent wall is the perfect choice for children’s rooms, as it allows kids to express their creativity without having to commit to painting every wall in the room. This checkerboard pattern adds character to the space and brightens up the other white walls in the room. Moreover, opting for a peel-and-stick option gives you the freedom to shake up the design after a few years—without an extensive removal process.
3. Or, Try Out Colorful Stripes
Designate a portion of the wall to create a focal point in the room. Check out this kids’ room design, which features a colorful strip of wallpaper to create a fun-loving atmosphere. Not only does this bring more color into the area, but it creates a designated play space to separate different zones in the room based on use.
4. Choose a Dreamy Pastel Color Concept
Not just for nurseries—pastels can make a trendy statement when incorporated into a kids’ bedroom as well. Shades of blush pink, mint green, light gray, and baby blues come together in this space to create a dreamy, yet versatile area for both sleeping and playing.
5. Use Colorful Accents
Consider an all-white color palette for the walls and furniture, then dress up the space with bright accents. For example, bold-toned storage baskets, a hot pink rug, and a vibrant polka dot motif makes this room visually stimulating. The best part? You can easily take it all down so you’re left with a blank slate when it’s time to switch up the design.
6. Unleash Their Creativity
Let your little one inspire the aesthetic of the room—without making any permanent upgrades. Wall decals create a theme within the space, and your kid can be involved in both picking them out and putting them on the wall. Having the freedom to make decisions about their room design will get them excited about updating the space.
7. The Writing’s on the Wall
What child doesn’t want to color on the walls? Now they can express their creativity without getting in trouble. Pick a wall in the room that is easily accessible and adorn it with chalkboard paint. From toddlers to teens, this upgrade can appeal to all ages.
8. Pick a Black-and-White Color Scheme
You may not associate black-and-white with a childs’ bedroom, but you can play up this color scheme to create a fun environment. Black-and-white metal twin beds, paired with simplistic outline art, creates balance within the space so you can add in pops of color with accessories or textiles.
Kids’ Room Furniture
Here are some furniture pieces to consider adding when planning your kids’ bedroom design and layout.
9. Elevate the Coziness
Bean bag chairs stand the test of time and are the perfect addition for a child’s bedroom. If the space allows, choose an oversized chair in their favorite color to maximize the coziness. Equip the room with floor poufs to add more seating options for weekend get-togethers with friends.
10. Create a Book Nook
Bring the library to you by creating a reading nook in your little one’s room. Designate an underused corner to house a tall bookshelf and cozy armchair. Artfully place a floor lamp in the alcove so they can keep reading those edge-of-your-seat chapter books even after the sun sets. Keep things interesting by swapping out the books for different seasons or holidays to further encourage your child’s reading.
11. Make Homework Fun
Create an area specifically designated for homework to keep them organized, and they may ‘even look forward to schoolwork. This sturdy white desk provides plenty of storage space to house supplies, papers, and books, creating a tidy study space.
12. Store More Books
Find ways to maximize storage space to corral all of your child’s books, trinkets, and toys. For example, this revolving bookshelf uses up vertical space, while providing ample storage options.
13. Add Low-Level Furniture
Opt for furniture that’s at the same level as your child to provide a fun and safe environment. This table and chair set is the perfect height for your little one, and the chunky legs provide a sturdy base for when they’re working on their finger painting or tracing skills.
14. Save Space With Built-In Storage
Finding storage space is key in maintaining an organization. While this room lacks vertical space due to the eaves, the built-in bins and bookshelves keep toys and trinkets off the floor when they’re not in use.
15. Opt for a Platform Bed
Look for a multifunctional platform bed that serves as both a sleeping space and storage unit. Not only is the bed positioned at a kid-friendly height, but it has drawers to store bedding and stuffed animals, so they can be swapped out from time to time.
16. Or, Go for a Daybed
A day bed is another option that can elevate the look and function of the space. This room features a day bed with a trundle underneath, so you never have to worry about having enough space for those movie nights that turn into impromptu sleepovers.
17. Take Forts to the Next Level
While blanket forts will always have a special place during childhood, adding a more permanent structure gives your kids a cozy nook—without having to unfold all of your linens. This black and white striped play tent allows for an easy setup and takedown process to let their imaginations run wild.
Kids’ Room Decorating Ideas and Upgrades
Here are some home decor and upgrades to include when updating your kids’ bedroom.
18. Allow for Artistic Expression
Let your kid’s creative juices flow when selecting wall art for the space. Mix together pieces found at a store and masterpieces they’ve made themselves. Better yet, encourage them to create something new that highlights the theme of their updated room.
19. Suspend a Statement Light Fixture
Opt for a dramatic light fixture to give their room that wow factor. This starburst pendant light brings just the right amount of drama into the space, and is perfect for preteens or teens to create a trendy, yet relaxing environment.
20. Bring On the Boho
Rooted in artistic expression and unconventionalism, boho is the perfect aesthetic for a kids’ room design. This room features layered patterns and textures, and incorporates natural elements that are inspired by nature. Hang whimsical wall art, and adorn the space with floor pillows to create a carefree room.
21. Let In Natural Light
Embrace sources of natural light when creating your children’s bedroom design. For example, even though this room features a dark paint color for the accent wall, it is well-balanced within the space when placed next to the bright and open window. The airy curtains, combined with light pink string lights, create a charming environment that will feel like it’s straight out of a fairy tale.
22. Incorporate Thematic Elements
If your kid has a hobby they’re passionate about, encourage this further by bringing it into their room design. Whether they’re a car enthusiast, sports buff, or horse fanatic, use the theme to inspire the home decor in the rest of the room. Display mementos from their favorite team, hang thematic artwork, and even opt for specialized furniture that fits the aesthetic of the room for a more customized feel.
23. Exert Some Energy
Let your little one’s room serve as a sleeping space and a playroom by adding fixtures that encourage movement. This home gym playset provides a great source of exercise and recreation. The best part? Keeping equipment in the room provides a place for year-round fun, despite snowstorms or rainy days.
24. Sprinkle in Engaging Decor
Make your child’s bedroom an interactive space where they can feel free to use their imagination to help them learn and grow. For example, these hopscotch rugs are perfect for a shared room and encourage more playtime in the space. Other engaging upgrades include creating a Lego wall, hanging an indoor swing, or installing LED lights on the ceiling that mimic the look of the solar system.
25. Install Functional Flooring
Consider both the form and functionality of the flooring in your child’s room when making any upgrades. For example, if you’re worried about spills or damage, consider installing vinyl flooring that’s both easy-to-clean and inexpensive.
26. Illuminate the Room With a Soft Glow
Find ways to incorporate different sources of lighting in the room to encourage your child to take advantage of the space for different uses. For example, a soft backlit wall sconce can serve as a reading light, whereas an overhead pendant can brighten up the space for playtime or studying.