In modern apartments and houses, when choosing furniture, the emphasis is on its compactness and functionality, lightness and environmental friendliness. The times of bulky wardrobes, huge “walls” and cabinets have sunk into oblivion, and that’s great. Nowadays, light, eco-friendly, natural and simple furniture is relevant, which does not clutter up the space, while making it comfortable and modern.
A properly equipped rack will accommodate toys, books and even some things that do not fit in the closet
All of the above especially applies to the children's room. Regardless of its size, the nursery should be spacious and cozy, modern and functional. Therefore, for a children's room they often choose light and practical shelving instead of old-fashioned bulky cabinets and chests of drawers. We’ll talk about them in more detail in this article.
Curtains
Curtains are the most economical and affordable option for mobile room zoning. They do not take up space and do not affect the layout. But they have their drawbacks - curtains with sound and light insulation have not yet been invented, so small residents will have to look for a compromise. Or you can supplement the curtain with a mobile partition.
For darker rooms, choose a material that allows light to pass through (such as tulle). If this is not a problem, pay attention to denser fabrics (taffeta and jacquard). Do you want to please both children? Use double curtains - we guarantee delight and gratitude.
Open options
Open models are a combination of a frame base and shelves. They are placed near the wall. Designers and manufacturers call open shelving standard shelves placed with a specified stylistic pattern.
The presented models are used in small areas. For design mobility, choose racks on wheels . They are operated carefully, the constantly changing arrangement eliminates the problems of small space.
Open models are a combination of a frame base and shelves
Sleep zone
A common sleeping area has its advantages: children communicate more, learn to respect other people's interests and are not afraid to fall asleep without light. But there is a significant drawback - they can interfere with each other. To avoid this, equip each person with a separate storage space and a local light source.
Bunk beds, folding chairs or sofas, transformable beds and loft beds significantly save space. Today the market offers options for every taste. Before buying, consult with your kids - they should feel comfortable and calm in their new bed. Children appreciate when adults listen to their opinions.
Full beds have not been canceled either. For the passage between them, allocate at least 60 cm. The question immediately arises - what is the best way to arrange the beds? For two brothers or two sisters, a parallel arrangement and a head-to-head arrangement are suitable. If you have a boy and a girl, place the beds along the wall and build a partition between them. This solution is suitable for an elongated room.
Main types of shelves
Before purchasing a stylish new accessory, parents should familiarize themselves with the available range and types of shelves for children's bedrooms. Modern furniture stores offer the following interesting models:
Study area
The arrangement of the learning area depends on the age of the children. Folding, folding or coffee tables are suitable for preschoolers. They won't take up much space and will leave more space for games.
Choose furniture for schoolchildren responsibly. If funds and space allow, buy each child a table and chair with adjustable height. They cost more, but will last for many years. In Russia, it is better to make such models to order according to designers’ sketches or take a closer look at the options at IKEA. A more expensive option is German adjustable furniture. To avoid clutter and confusion, do not forget to think about a storage system for textbooks and notebooks.
Another solution is to purchase one long table and two chairs. Here are a few conditions for making a wise choice:
- when the child sits, his feet reach the floor
- the distance between the knees and the tabletop is 10-15 cm
- the tabletop is at the level of the child’s solar plexus
- free space under the table - at least 50x50 cm
- the chair does not rock or rotate
Other useful tips in the article on workplace organization.
Popular examples of room division
Most often, it is necessary to divide the space when there are two children - in the room it is necessary not only to delimit the territories, but also to allocate each their own personal area.
Two same-sex children
The easiest way to design a room is for boys or girls of about the same age living together. Brothers or sisters will be able to sleep on the same bunk bed, do homework at the same long table, and they will also most likely play together with the same toys.
If the area of a spacious room allows, and the windows and doors are in the center, use a symmetrical layout: divide the room lengthwise into two halves and place a bed, a separate table, and a bedside table in each half. And in the middle there will be a common space for entertainment.
Two children of different sexes
Furniture
The quality of the chosen furniture directly affects the health of children. It should be reliable and strong, made of hypoallergenic materials and preferably lightweight so that the baby can move it independently. No sharp or protruding parts! We also remember about protecting sockets and insulating wires.
A properly equipped nursery will help to quickly develop independence. Place switches and shelves at such a height that the child can reach them himself. At five years old it is approximately 130 cm, at 7 years old – 150 cm.
Nursery design for two boys
In a nursery for two boys, consider the ages and interests of both. Kids will surely love the design with themes of space, pirates, cars, travel, Legos, dinosaurs, and robots. For older people, high-tech, loft, country and Scandinavian styles are suitable. You can express the individuality of tomboys with the help of different bedding sets, posters with your favorite characters and nameplates.
In what style should I create a living room combined with a children's room?
The main difficulty in how to zone a living room for parents and children is the lack of free space. In such a situation, it is not always possible to think through a stylistic solution and create a harmonious interior.
A living room, decorated in classic or neoclassical style, goes perfectly with the High-Tech children's room and at the same time the distinction becomes obvious. The common area in a country style will be noticeably different from the minimalist Japanese style. Luxurious baroque contrasts with eclectic design.
Nursery design for two girls
To make a room for two girls look holistic and harmonious, decorate it in a single theme (fairies, princesses, mermaids) or style (Provence, country, classic, Scandinavian). Have doubts or disagreements about the base color? There are several exits. The first is to choose a color that both like, the second is to give preference to a neutral color. And the most interesting thing is to divide the room into two zones using your favorite colors. Just check first to see if they fit together well.
Shelving design ideas
If you are planning to put a bookcase in a children's room, carefully consider all the details of its appearance in advance. You need to take into account the shape, design, presence of doors and drawers.
A shelving unit with drawers is perfect for a child's room.
Boxes can be wooden, plastic, fabric or wicker. The main thing is that they are comfortable, easy to pull out and slide in
Most often, a bookcase for a children's room has an open appearance: in such a way that numerous open shelves are formed. You can make a mess in a closed drawer or cabinet - and oh well, no one sees it anyway. But this number won’t work here. What and how will be placed on the shelves is important not only from a functional, but also from a practical point of view.
The main thing is not to clutter, but at the same time not to leave the shelves empty, so that there is no feeling of emptiness and uninhabitedness. Place books and textbooks, arrange decor.
Arrange decorative little things evenly, and preferably without little things, so as not to dazzle the eyes. Place something tall and large on the top shelf: bright artificial or indoor flowers in a colorful vase or pot, or a large plush hare.
Open shelving shelves can be used to display books, especially in beautiful flights
Nursery design for brother and sister
Most often, boys and girls have different interests, so organize separate private areas for your brother and sister, where the kids can relax from each other, dream and calmly go about their business. Curtains, screens, mobile partitions or pieces of furniture are suitable for such purposes.
For decoration, choose a neutral color scheme that will suit both children, or divide the room into zones using color. For a boy - blue, green, brown, turquoise, gray, burgundy. For girls - yellow, orange, coral, lilac, cream. Based on the children’s temperament: calmer ones will benefit from saturated colors that can stimulate them, and for those who are very active, muted colors will suit them.
There may be two brothers, two sisters, a brother and a sister growing up in a family; they may be the same age or have a big age difference, have a passion for literature or be interested in completely different things. In any case, it is in your power to create a comfortable space for both. The main thing is to listen to the needs and desires of children. We will help you with the rest!
