3,894 Transitional Kids Room Design Photos

First you’ll need to decide whether or not to match your kids bedroom to the rest of your transitional home. Next, you'll need kids bedroom ideas that are comfortable and practical for several years to come. When you makeover everything from kids furniture to toy storage, aim for fun, growth and flexibility - not only will their shoe sizes get bigger but their tastes and opinions will swing wildly!

Try to keep your space from becoming too crowded - kids need space for activity - so their bedroom furniture should be chosen to maximise floor space. Bunk beds or twin beds are excellent solutions if the room is shared, while a nursery must have essentials, like a rocking chair, cot and changing table. The potential is great for enjoyment and creativity - and that’s just for you!

Make room for everything with fun (and functional!) kids bedroom ideas

Be creative with colour and furnishings for a room that’s lively and inspirational; check out photos of kids bedrooms that incorporate features such as a chalkboard wall or decals and murals.

Put fun furnishings to work: beanbag chairs, floor cushions, a climbing wall, even a slide or swing. This is also where you’ll find innovative ideas for toy storage, built-in cabinet installations and shelves including a desk or work table for homework and colouring.

For kids bedrooms as colourful as the toys they house

No matter how monochromatic or minimalist the rest of your transitional home might be, a kids bedroom is all about colour. Incorporate a favourite hue on the walls or bring in bright accents; however, don’t go for broke with the essentials. Keep furniture more neutral so that it can match the room’s changing needs as time goes by.

Apart from neutral kids furniture, you also want the beds, tables and chairs to be adjustable for at least a few years of growth. Even a toy box can be used as a box for school books and papers.

Most kids bedroom designs call for full-sized dressers and cabinets that can last through the school years, and consider a bunk bed, which is great to share with siblings. As they get older and no longer want to share a room, you can add a desk underneath the top bunk. With so many toys and clothes, storage is key. Add built-ins if you can, but cubbies and shelves are also great for those on a budget.

How do I decorate a nursery?

In the younger years, safety is crucial. Review the literature on all surfaces and products, and get up to date on product recalls before you make major purchases. Once you've done your homework, it's time to start buying. Of course, a cot and changing table are key purchases, while a rocking chair, baby swing and extra chest of drawers are helpful additions.

Be careful with adding too much kids furniture; you want to be sure to leave some floor space for your young one to learn to crawl and walk. When it comes to colour, don't feel the need to go with just standard pink and blue. Yellow, brown and green are all great gender neutral palette choices and will make your transitional nursery stand out from others.