Customizing your child’s space

As children become more aware of the various possibilities of interior design, their desire to take an active role in the appearance of their room increases. Parents have also played a role in the growing popularity of decorating children’s rooms because it allows them to have another room in the house in which to vent their creative rage. Sometimes it allows them a place to experiment with design options that they might not feel comfortable with in other parts of their home, perhaps a particularly bold splash of color or an interesting painting technique.

Personalization in the form of monograms, personalized cushions and framed art is currently a very popular trend in the decoration of children’s rooms. Kids can personalize the furniture in their room by putting their names on items like the dresser, study desk, and cabinet doors. The framed art can be based on a theme that the child is passionate about or be the child’s own artwork being framed. This can also help ensure that some precious artwork doesn’t get lost in the mass of schoolwork and projects that float through most homes. Children should be included in the design process as much as possible. Allowing them to choose the color of certain items or choosing a specific item, like a ceiling fan or light fixture, will make them feel like they’re really a part of the process.

Another good thing framed art can do is teach children about the world around them. A large framed map of the world, a globe or framed photos of places they have traveled to, on vacation or at school, not only make a great decoration but also spark the imagination. Custom wall art can also be a unique way to commemorate special events in a child’s life. Sporting events are usually the first thing that comes to mind in this regard. A medal, a first home run bat or ball, a T-shirt, a pair of swimming goggles, these types of items can be creatively and professionally combined to create a lasting memory and stylish wall art.

Following current color trends in children’s room decor can also be a nice touch when decorating your child’s room. Right now, pink and purple, along with white, are the most popular colors in girls’ rooms, and brown and green are taking over as the current color trends for boys. Choose bedding that matches the color scheme of the room. The space under the beds can be used for storage, thus freeing up more space for playtime in the room and the child’s ever-growing collections.

Always incorporate a beautiful rug in your child’s bedroom. Most children love to spend time lying on the floor, so make sure you choose a rug that is soft and comfortable. You can find area rugs in a variety of bright colors designed specifically for children and teens. If your teen loves the color pink, you can find a plush pink rug to add pizzazz to a simple design.

eBay is a great place to find items to decorate or redecorate your child’s room. Several of the large chain stores also dedicate catalogs and special sections of their stores to youth furniture and decoration. It’s important to find furniture that is sturdy and can withstand the wear and tear that goes into any child’s room.