Create your little one's dream bedroom with these 10 inspiring ideas
Our kids really are the light of our lives, and nothing brings us joy like seeing them smile. If you want to do something that will make their face light up, why not give their bedroom an update with these kids bedroom ideas?
Your little one’s bedroom is so much more than just a place for them to sleep. It’s where they’ll spend hours diving into imaginary worlds with their friends or snuggling up while you read them a bedtime story.
It’s also a space for them to express themselves and showcase their adorable personality. Allow them to explore their creativity by creating a bedroom that inspires their imagination.
But in addition to their room being a place for your child to play and grow, it’s also where they keep their toys! Ensuring the space is functional as well as fun is also important.
Whether you’re looking for sweet bedroom decor ideas or clever hacks to make the most of the space, you’ll find lots of inspiring kids bedroom ideas below.
10 kids bedroom ideas
1. Themed kids bedroom ideas
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Inspire little ones’ imagination by giving their bedroom an adventurous theme. An easy way to do this is by opting for a wall mural, which will create an immersive space your child will love playing in.
This beautiful under the sea themed mural from SirEdwardInterior will transport you and your child to the depths of the ocean. Enjoy imaginative play together as you pretend to swim amongst the fish and sea creatures.
- Buy the Kelp Forest Wallpaper Mural from Etsy.
2. Add a teepee tent
Create the perfect cosy den for your child by adding a teepee to their bedroom. A teepee will add an interesting and playful element to the room. Kids will love snuggling up in it and using it as their own little sanctuary.
You can make the teepee extra snug by filling it with soft blankets, cushions, and all your child’s favourite stuffed toys. This teepee from Amazon even comes with LED fairy lights, which will add a warm and inviting glow to the space.
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3. Create a dress-up corner
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Celebrate your child’s love of dressing up by dedicating a corner of their bedroom to this sweet part of imaginative play.
Add a rail or clothes pegs to the wall and display their fabulous fancy dress costumes and accessories. Let your little one see themselves in all their adorable outfits by hanging up a mirror, too.
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4. Go big on colour
Decorate your child’s room with plenty of colour to create a fun, vibrant space that brings them joy and sparks their creativity. Why not also incorporate their favourite shades to transform their bedroom into a wonderful expression of their personality?
We’re confident your child will love their new colourful bedroom so much they’ll actually look forward to being told to go to their room!
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5. Educational kids bedroom ideas
Encourage tiny tots to discover the joys of reading by making a feature out of their favourite books. Learn how to make your own book wall with simplyonpurpose’s fantastic video tutorial, then decorate with a selection of colourful children’s books.
Not only is this kids bedroom idea a unique and imaginative way to brighten up bare walls, but it’s also a practical storage solution. Plus, if it gets kids to disconnect from their screens and spend more time reading, that’s a bonus!
6. Use chalkboard paint
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Support your child’s motor skill development by adding a chalkboard wall to their room and allow them to scribble to their heart's content.
Although the finished look is impressive, creating a chalkboard wall is super easy. Simply apply a couple of coats of chalkboard paint to a prepared wall, then hand your youngster some colourful chalks and let their creativity shine.
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Make your own kids mobile
Every baby’s room needs a mobile, so if you’re getting a bedroom ready for a new arrival, why not try your hand at our cute DIY kids mobile? The sweet moon and stars are fantastic for soothing your little one and make it an adorable piece of decor too.
7. Add a fun headboard
Inject some fun into your child’s space with this creative kids bedroom idea. Opting for a unique headboard is a cool and stylish way to give a bedroom a focal point.
Plus, you can opt for a padded headboard for extra coziness and to protect little ones’ heads. We love this whimsical cloud headboard from theinteriorbuzz and think it would make a super cute finishing touch to your little dreamer’s bedroom.
8. Opt for a built-in bed
Built-in beds like this one from houseofhaz are ideal for children's bedrooms, as they create a safe and comforting space that kids will love. They're also great for encouraging imaginative play. Your youngster will have hours of fun pretending their bed is a secret hideout, fort, spaceship, and more!
Another benefit of built-in beds is that you can customise them to fit the space and your child’s needs. Houseofhaz created the perfect bed for her six-year-old by adding curtains to give it a den-like feel and some shelves inside for extra storage.
Plus, creating a bespoke bed doesn’t have to be expensive. Houseofhaz achieved the look for less by adding MDF with an arch cut out to an IKEA KURA bed.
For more genius IKEA hacks, check out our article and find lots of inspiration for making your own affordable furniture.
9. Kids room ideas: fun furniture!
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Give your child’s bedroom a playful vibe by adding a swinging chair. Swinging chairs will recreate the fun of going to the playground, and the gentle swaying is also very soothing for youngsters.
These chairs are great for freeing up some floor space, too, and can be hung in the corner of the room to create a little reading nook.
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10. Build a desk with storage
This clever kids room idea from VIV & TIM HOME offers two useful features. The desk provides a workspace for children to colour, craft and do their school work. The built-in storage helps them keep their stationery and art supplies neat and tidy.
Give this two-in-one desk and storage solution DIY a go today, or find more affordable IKEA desk hacks here on Gathered.
Use our kids bedroom ideas to refresh their space!
Your child’s bedroom is a big part of their formative years, so making a space that reflects their personality and that they love to spend time in is a wonderful thing you can do for them. It’s also an opportunity to get creative and reconnect with your own inner child as you decorate the room with colour, playful touches, and lots of love.
Whether you want to give their bedroom a total makeover or are just looking for a final piece of furniture, this round-up has everything you need to create a bedroom that’s as unique and special as your little one.
Create special memories through craft
Another way to make your child smile is by spending some quality time crafting together. Check out our selection of fun paper crafts for kids and make lasting memories while you snip, fold and glue.
