Living room and children's room in one room: how to divide into two zones, zoning

The appearance of a child in the apartment leads to the need to combine two functional areas in one room. How to decorate the interior correctly and what to consider? For a very small child, a small bed and changing table are enough. In addition to a sleeping place, a preschool-age child will need space for his favorite toys, a table for drawing and studying.

Children do not need much space, so the nursery is often combined with the living room.

Living room-children's room: room design options (selection of photos)

Below we will tell you how best to decorate the space in the living room-children’s room, based on the area:

On an area of 20 sq. meters

If you need to furnish a children's living room with an area of 20 square meters, physical separation is possible in such a spacious room. You can delimit space using columns, beams, screens, arches, curtains. Such solutions help to clearly divide the area, which will be convenient for both children and adults. You can stylishly decorate your room if you choose the right interior items.

For families with small children living in a two-room apartment, a combined children's living room is an excellent layout option.

To divide a spacious room into a living room and a children's room, you need to think through the design in advance. It is important to consider the layout, your needs, style and color scheme. Even when delimiting space with an arch or column, it is necessary that the design of each zone have similar elements. You should not only divide the room, but also connect it and make it harmonious.

If you have a hall with an area of 20 square meters, you can choose zoning methods.

On an area of 15-18 sq. meters

A living room and a children's room in one room with an area of 15-18 square meters are created through a not too obvious division of zones. This is done through the color of the finish, lighting, and furniture. In the living room, you can have slightly dim lighting, while for the child you will need to create bright lighting. In a nursery, a non-standard design is acceptable, then the child will feel comfortable and have a sense of personal space. The design of the living room can be kept discreet.

To make such a room beautiful and as comfortable as possible, you need to think about its furnishings in advance.

Recreation area layout

Having determined the area and planned the kitchen, they develop a design for the recreation area. Of the 18 square meters, 10-12 are allocated for it, which is enough for a comfortable stay for a family of 4 people. If there is a dining area in this part of the room, then it can be designed according to the model shown above. The layout involves installing a table near a corner sofa.

If the recreation area serves as a sleeping area for guests or for one of the family members, then the dining table is moved to the kitchen unit, and a folding sofa or transformable bed is placed in this area.

Another layout method is to place the sofa facing the kitchen area. This option is suitable for rectangular rooms provided there is a stationary or modular partition. The advantage is that visually the space remains unified.

When developing a design project for a kitchen-living room of 19 square meters, the area of which can be expanded by the space of the loggia, the possibility of moving part of the kitchen unit or office into the extension is taken into account. In this case, the dining area can be placed on the former window sill.

In rooms with a complex layout, for example, in corners, the space is divided into three zones. An example of the design of such a kitchen-living room is shown above. The kitchen is located in one of the corners of the room, the middle part is reserved for the dining table, and the seating area is removed from the food preparation area.

Lighting is part of the kitchen-living room design, so it is thought out in advance. On an area of 19 square meters it is placed in zones. The kitchen area needs bright lighting, so an LED strip is mounted above the work area. Install a central chandelier and rotating lamps that provide a directional beam.

The recreation area is provided with central lighting in the form of a chandelier or three rotating lamps. Spotlights are installed along the perimeter to create a background. An LED strip is installed in a multi-level ceiling for decorative or contour lighting.

Advice! LED lighting from the bottom of the furniture creates a floating effect and the elements visually look lighter.

Zoning without the use of dividing structures

Zoning a room into a nursery and a living room is possible without the use of complex partitions. If you own a small space, there are decent solutions that you can use.

To create a successful design project for such a combined room, it is important to keep in mind the features of your room - the footage and layout of the room.

Zoning with furniture

Interested in how to divide a children's room into two zones using furniture? For this you can use:

armchair or sofa;
wardrobe;
rack;
study corner.

For schoolchildren, it is necessary to properly equip not only a sleeping place, but also a comfortable student corner.

Such zoning is attractive because there is no need for repairs, and the furniture can be used with double benefit. However, even when using a large closet, the zoning of the nursery and living room will be only partial, so the best option would be to combine this method with installing a door or curtain.

It is especially worthwhile to think carefully and competently about dividing the living room into these zones if we are talking about a small one-room apartment.

Basic Rules

When zoning the living room (including in cases where the hall is combined with a kitchen), the following must be taken into account:

as the child develops, his interests change, and therefore it is necessary to provide for the possibility of transforming the room;
It is better to organize a children’s area near a window, where more natural light penetrates;
You cannot install children's beds or place toys near doors;
the child's area should not be a walk-through area.

It is also recommended, if possible, to isolate the children's area from the rest of the room as much as possible. This will allow the child to do his own thing without being distracted by his parents . Due to the fact that zoning is mainly carried out in small-sized (one-room apartments), it is recommended to install functional (transformable) furniture in the room, which takes up little free space. In particular, large cabinets or walls should not be installed in such rooms.

Color zoning

The color division of the area consists of choosing finishing materials that differ in color. Furniture also has a different shade in this situation. Dividing the room into different colors will help mark zonal boundaries.

In this case, it is better to use curtains. They will not visually reduce the space; in addition, they can always be moved apart.

What to pay attention to

In modern design, every detail needs to be thought through. If the legs begin to rest against the back of the crib or peek out from behind the bars, then this is no good.

Interests also change with age. For a schoolchild they are one, and for a preschooler they are different. If the baby is mostly interested in games and cartoons, then older boys and girls need a table at which they can prepare homework and work at the computer.

For each, a part of the table is allocated, which must be equipped with shelves and drawers. All this should be “at hand” so it is much more convenient. The lighting in this area should be good and moderately bright.

There are times when it is simply necessary to update the premises:

preschool room;
play area in junior classes;
zoning according to interests and studies in adolescence;
interior of the sleeping space of a girl and a boy.

Zoning with lighting

Creating a living room interior with a children's area is an interesting process that allows you to realize exclusive ideas with the help of light. The most important thing is to ensure high quality and original lighting that will not have a negative impact on the baby’s condition. It is important to correctly combine functionality and originality of forms.

For a school-age child, it is important to organize a workplace.

How to arrange the rooms?

The living room can be a walk-through room, and the children's area should be located near the window, so it will always be filled with light and fresh air.

The most common solution is to place the crib in a free corner and separate it with a chest of drawers or nightstand. The baby's sleeping place can be decorated with a canopy or hung curtains made of thick fabric.

The photo shows a small guest room with a crib located by the window.

In the children's corner of an older child, it is better to arrange furniture in the form of a two-level bed, which is multifunctional and at the same time combines a sleeping area, a workplace and a play area. This space should be more spacious for the child’s activity and mobility.

Other zoning options

To combine a room, you need to evaluate the possibilities. If the living room combined with the nursery is small in size, you will not be able to arrange two full-fledged rooms. You will need to select a children's corner with a small amount of furniture.

Do not forget that in the area where the schoolchild or baby will sleep, there should not be too bright and intrusive light.

Style design features

There are no specific requirements for the stylistic design of a living room combined with a nursery. But in such rooms it is recommended to use light colors that visually expand the space. For zoning, bright accents are also used, which are mainly decorative elements, but do not play a functional role.

Classic

When choosing this style direction, it should be taken into account that in a classic interior they use furniture with carved ornaments, which a child may not like. In addition, such items usually take up a lot of space. In this regard, spacious living rooms should be decorated in a classical style.

High tech

According to the designers, this design option is considered the most successful. Modular furniture, transformable tables and other items characterized by increased functionality and compact size are made in the high-tech style. In rooms decorated in this style, it is recommended to place bright accents that will “dilute” the monotonous appearance.

Japanese

Japanese style is not suitable for decorating a living room where children live. This is explained by the fact that this direction of design thought involves the use of objects with a rich red color. This color excites the nervous system, which negatively affects the child’s condition.

Baroque

Baroque, along with classics, is not suitable for decorating a children's room. This style is not compatible with the requirements made by children regarding interior features. Baroque involves the use of monotonous decorative elements, while bright colors are important for a child.

Provence

This style involves a combination of light shades: pistachio, peach, sand and so on. An interior with this design gives peace and tranquility. At the same time, Provence does not exclude the possibility of using bright details or original objects in the rooms. Therefore, in this style you can decorate both the children's area and the living room.

Country

Country style involves the active use of wood in the interior. In this regard, it is recommended to decorate rooms with this design with details and materials painted in terracotta or brown colors. Country style is recommended for use in living rooms where older children live.

Partitions

It can be created from plywood sheet, fiberboard or chipboard. To improve the illumination of the area, you can use a glass analogue. The base 1-1.3 meters can be made of plywood, and the top can be made of glass. For a small room, it is advisable to choose a different planning technique. The advantages include strength, the ability to change shape, aesthetics and decor. Disadvantages include static nature and costs.

The main thing to avoid in such spaces is overloading with furniture.

Sliding doors

They can be made from MDF, chipboard or wood and have glass inserts. This option is mobile and convenient; no repairs are required.

Properly selected decoration, suitable furniture and stylish accessories will help create the right atmosphere in the room.

Important! Choose a design that fits harmoniously into the surroundings. It is also important that your children can close and open them themselves. If there is one window in the room, sliding doors with glass inserts are suitable.

Selection and arrangement of furniture

Extra meters are an important component of correct placement. Minimum number of hull structures. Partitions in the form of an open shelving or cabinet. Convenient pull-out drawers for small items. Furniture in several levels up to the very top saves space, frees up space in the aisle, and gives more air and light.

In a nursery for two girls, it is important to preserve the right to individuality for each. Personal items vary:

school supplies;
bed sheets;
towels;
toys.

Is it worth saving on this? In addition, this is the basic rule of hygiene during seasonal “sickness”. It is much more interesting and useful for two girls to express their abilities, desires and inclinations in their own way, regardless of the authority of their elders.

A common room should not be an obstacle to having personal space for storing shoes and clothes. It can be easily designated with shelves for textbooks and toys, rugs, and a curtain. Entry is only with the consent of the child.

If girls like to dress up, then you can get creative and make a sort of cozy “Parisian courtyard” from where you can see the Eiffel Tower. Photo wallpapers are perfect for this.

A nursery for two boys must be designed according to the same “laws” of the presence of a separate space.

If there are two floors in a bed, then each of them will dispute the right to the top “bunk”. First, you can use a draw for each month, and then they themselves will come to a clear decision. But the room will be much more spacious.

For the design, the theme of “refuge”, executed in a loft style, is best suited. It's good to decorate the room as a captain's cabin or Spider-Man's abode.

When thinking about the interior for his sons, he assumes the presence of one desk for the computer. But everyone should have their own shelves and racks. A common surface is provided for games, but in order to prepare for lessons, everyone is allocated their own place. The presence of two window openings allows you to place two personal tables.

If the age difference is large, then the parents’ difficulties are quite understandable. Then you can protect the place for the baby with a canopy. And for a teenager, a comfortable sofa stands out. The decor should be neutral throughout the room.

It is better for a preschool child to allocate more space for games. Your own table, your own chair. But the furniture will be quite significantly simplified. As the child grows up, he will take the place of the older one.

Podium as a zoning tool

How to divide a room into two zones for children and adults? A podium would be an excellent solution. A small elevation will help to distinguish the nursery from the outside and will fit well into the interior of the room.

A desk, shelving unit, bed or wardrobe can be installed on the podium located in the corner.

Modernity and design

In a nursery for two children there are always a variety of retractable surfaces. They can even be beds. Then there is always enough space for games and entertainment in the passage area.

This is especially welcome in a narrow bedroom or room with small dimensions. When the period of games ends, the need arises for training on simulators or studying equipment. They will fill the space of the former playing area.

It is best to develop a project in advance. This especially affects owners of large premises. Then you can contact a specialist who will take into account all the details regarding both children and their preferences.

For a small room, creative ideas are unnecessary. The best option is to make the furniture yourself and decorate the room yourself.

The main thing here is that children feel the love and care of their parents. Most relevant components:

folding chair or sofa;
folding top tabletops;
beds that can be pulled out or pushed into place if necessary;
completely open shelving;
bookcase and shelves to divide the room into zones.

Tips for decorating a shared room

The renovation has been completed, the layout is ready, the furniture has been looked after. Now is the time to think about the design of a guest room combined with a children's room. Here are some recommendations.

It is important that the zones are different, but the overall ambiance of the room is orderly. In particular, it is better to sew pillows in the living room and curtains in the nursery from the same fabric, and the lamps were made from the same material.

Recesses in the partition can be used to decorate the room; this will make the interior more interesting and add individuality.

To visually expand a cramped room, decorate it in light colors.

Try to choose primary colors for the nursery and for the living room that are approximately the same in saturation.

Overloading the interior with colorful details and decor is unacceptable; the room will already be filled with children's things.

Most often, the children's corner is made brighter and more colorful than the main interior of the living room.

Use more plants, they will please the eye and purify the air.

It is important to highlight individual objects in the interior - this can be done using contrasting colors.

When planning your design, choose finishing materials wisely. Instead of vinyl wallpaper, use paint, and it is better to finish the floor with laminate.

In overly compact environments, you should give preference to lighter and fresher colors that will visually expand the room.

If the hall and the nursery are large in size in one room, make one wall like a mini-climbing wall or a canvas on which you can draw with chalk.

A place for games can be highlighted in the interior using a bright color palette, which will be in harmony with the overall tone of the living room.

Decor

When decorating a combined children's room and living room, it is worth taking into account the psychological characteristics of the baby and parents, color preferences

It is also important to choose the right furniture set and decorative elements

Psychological characteristics

When choosing colors for the living room. shifted from the child’s, one of the main factors should be taken into account - psychological characteristics.

Some colors can have a positive effect on the baby, calm him down, while others can have a negative effect, that is, excite an already active child.

If all family members love harmony and tranquility, then green and blue colors are suitable for interior decoration. For active, cheerful inhabitants of the room, sunny shades of yellow and orange are suitable.

Furniture set

The combined space of the nursery and living room requires comfortable, multifunctional furniture.

Arranging furniture correctly is one of the key points in optimizing and freeing up space.

As mentioned earlier, for a newly born baby, just a crib is enough, and if space allows, then you don’t have to give up a changing table and boxes with toys.
For a schoolchild, you will need not only a bed, but also a closet, a small sofa or chair, a table for work, cabinets or shelves for literature and clothes. In this case, a compact modular set is perfect.
Using a shelving unit, you can use it as a partition. You can also decorate it with books and various decorative elements.
A sofa or chairs located in the seating area. must be compact and versatile, that is, they must fold out, thereby acting as a bed.
It is better to choose modular cabinets; if possible, they can be supplemented or unnecessary elements removed.

Color spectrum

When coloring a room, you should adhere to two rules:

If the room has poor lighting, then you need to choose warm sunny shades. It can be beige, yellow or orange.
If the room is well lit, then you can choose both cool tones, such as blue or light blue, and warm ones.

The child's sleeping area can be decorated in blue or pink tones. This will bring freshness and lightness to it and have a calming effect. To decorate your work area, you can choose shades of yellow or orange. They stimulate activity and intellectual activity. Some wall elements can be highlighted in purple. This will add grace and sophistication to the room.

You should not use shades of red as a color scheme. They are too bright and will constantly irritate the eye.

Floors, walls, windows

Laminate or natural wood is suitable as a floor covering. The advantage of these materials is that they are not cold and are easy to care for. You can cover the floor with carpet or use floor insulation.
It is better to decorate the hay with wallpaper with the most natural composition - non-woven or paper. As for color solutions, they were discussed earlier.
Windows should not be cluttered with curtains that are too thick; they will narrow the space. Light tulle is suitable, and in the evening you can use night curtains made of light fabric of any light shade.

To decorate a room, you need to choose safe and natural decorative elements. It can be:

The colors used in the decor should be soft and pastel.
Curtains, without a doubt, should be beautiful, and also protect the child from excess sunlight in the morning when he sleeps.
The walls can be decorated with drawings or framed photographs.
The sleeping area can be complemented with an unusual night light.
You can hang a paper garland above the bed.

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