5 Stylish and Practical Kids' Room Designs from a Seasoned Decorator

Decorating a child's room isn't simply about spending more money. As a seasoned decorator, I've seen hundreds of designs for children's rooms, and not every home has tatami mats. These five designs are also very popular right now, and I'm not suggesting you just follow the trend; they're truly suitable for your home!

1. Bunk beds

This is truly the most common design for families with two children in small apartments. Its biggest advantage is that it saves space, freeing up space for wardrobes, desks, and play areas for the children. Pay attention to both the bunk bed itself and the surrounding dimensions, especially the height. Too low a height can compromise the user experience. The upper bunk guardrail should be at least 40 cm to ensure the child's safety.

As for those who think this type of bed won't last more than a few years, why not opt ​​for a divisible one? As the child grows older, wouldn't it be easier to split it into two beds?

A tree house with ample height offers a more comfortable experience.

2. Upper Bed with Under-Wardrobe

This type of bed offers similar advantages and considerations as bunk beds. A desk by the window provides excellent lighting, and the height of the wardrobe beneath the bed can be customized to suit the child's height. This helps cultivate the habit of organizing clothes and cleaning from a young age, as long as they don't bump their heads. If storage space is still insufficient, the staircase on the right can be made into a drawer-style structure for storing toys.

3. Two Beds Side by Side

Compared to the previous two options, this arrangement takes up more space, but is also more comfortable. There's no need to worry about bumping your head, and it's safer without having to climb up and down. Furthermore, children's rooms are small, and the bulk of bunk beds can obstruct the room's light. This arrangement eliminates this issue. The bottom of the bed is completely repurposed as a drawer, allowing for both sleeping and storage.

If you find this head-to-head sleeping arrangement lacks privacy, you can add a panel with a hollowed-out pattern in the middle to block out light while still allowing it to pass through.

4. Leave space in the closet to create a child's bed

Even in a small child's room, you can make good use of the wardrobe. Only one wall is needed. Leaving the left wardrobe and the right side of the wardrobe empty can be used as a child's bed, saving space. The bedside desk not only serves as a backrest but also as a nightstand, perfect for storing small items like watches and alarm clocks.

5. Study with a raised floor in the child's room

The raised floor in the study creates a more layered look and provides a space for division. It can be used as both a study area and a play area, making it a more attractive option compared to a typical child's room. This type of room is suitable for children in elementary school. Installing a sensor light strip along the edge of the floor eliminates the worry of tripping at night.

Many children's room designs are criticized for being impractical and requiring renovation after just a few years. However, this depends on each family's circumstances. If you have a large budget and ample space, why not? Otherwise, opting for a minimalist style is perfectly acceptable!