Want to keep kids bedroooms appearing tidy ?
One of the biggest challenges that parents face when designing their kids' bedrooms is the layout. We suggest that the bed and bedside should be the centre of attention. We also recommend utilizing the blind spot to keep the room looking neat and tidy. The blind pot refers to the wall that you don't see when you enter a room, i.e., the wall behind you. This means that when you walk past, you only see a well-made bed and not the remnants of yesterday's craft frenzy on a desk. It is also an excellent way to impress visitors as they walk past on their way to your immaculate lounge room. The idea is that they will marvel at your kids' tidy rooms and may even comment, and that's a win for everyone!
furniture
TIP #1
The BED is the most important piece of furniture. Choosing the right sized bed will depend on both the size of your child and the size of the room. A King Single is a great size for kids as it is the same length as a queen and slightly wider than a single and a perfect size for teenagers.
TIP #2
A BEDSIDE TABLE next to the bed is essential to set a lamp and allow for kids to put a book etc. The general rule is that a bedside should sit no higher than the mattress itself.
TIP #3
A CHEST OF DRAWERS or TALLBOY is an essential item to have clothing easily accessible for kids. Instead of folding the clothing in piles on top of each other, try file folding - it will change your life.
bedding
TIP #1
Look for bedding that is made from NATURAL FIBRES such as 100% cotton or bamboo. Natural fibres will allow the body to breathe by not trapping in heat. This means that your kids will not overheat during the night which will guarantee a better night's sleep and that's a WIN WIN for the whole family.
TIP #2
The essential bedding items include a duvet cover, duvet insert, a pillow, sheets, cushion/s plus a throw to finish off the bed. You may also want to invest in a waterproof mattress protector.
TIP #3
To create a sense of fun, mix and match contrasting textures and patterns. Play with patterns, plains, stripes, knits, spots, checks and florals to achieve the look you are after.
decor
TIP #1
As children's rooms are often the smallest room in the house, try to keep decor to a minimum in the bedroom so as not to overcrowd the space. Kids bedrooms should have the least amount of stimuli in them to help create a space that is both calm and restful. Investing in good storage is key.
TIP #2
Decor items include bedside lamp, artwork (1-2 pieces), rug (for comfortable stepping if you have floor boards), pin board (for reminders + photos) and handy hooks.
TIP #3
Try to co-ordinate the decor with the bedding colours so that you create continuity throughout the bedroom. If not, use the 'BLINDSPOT' to put any mismatched things behind you*.
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