Create a fun and functional space in the child's room

Categories: Children's Room
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Creating a playful and functional children's room

While parents often dream of a better organized and more practical room for their child, a few changes can make all the difference. Indeed, it's entirely possible to create a space that is both playful and functional in a child's room. From choosing the children's bed to implementing a storage system, several solutions exist.

Choosing the right children's bed

It all starts with choosing the children's bed. Indeed, you can opt for a classic 90x190 cm children's bed, but there are also many other possibilities for children's beds:

  • The trundle bed: under the bed frame, it hides a drawer containing a second pull-out bed. The trundle bed is perfect for accommodating a guest.
  • The children's loft bed: located at height, it allows you to save a lot of space by installing, for example, a desk or bench underneath. You can also opt for a model with storage like the PALERME loft bed.
  • The bunk bed: a great classic, this bed allows two children to share the same room without the beds taking up too much space.
  • The daybed: sofa by day and bed by night, it offers dual use, ideal for creating a functional room.
  • The Montessori bed: placed close to the floor, it facilitates the application of the Montessori method at home. Indeed, it allows the child to get up and go to bed independently.
  • The mid-height bed: this bed offers storage space or a small cozy corner without being too high.

Regardless of the room size or need, you'll have no trouble finding a suitable girl's bed or boy's bed.

Storage for clothes

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For children's many belongings, you'll need practical storage for everyday use. For the little ones, the dresser is perfectly sufficient as it offers enough space to store their small items. But very quickly, adding a children's wardrobe with a hanging rail and shelves will also be useful. If space in the room allows, invest in these two very practical pieces of furniture.

A fun and practical play area

The play area represents a real challenge for parents. Indeed, it often tends to spread throughout the room and is rarely tidy. Fortunately, it's entirely possible to make it more fun and practical. You can notably define it with a nice rug (why not a car track rug, it will serve double duty).

Furthermore, don't hesitate to provide your child with lockers, baskets, and toy chests so they can put away their things themselves. Keep in mind that you can't expect the play area to stay tidy without dedicated storage spaces.

A quiet reading corner

You can also set up a cozy reading corner in the child's room. Consider installing a small armchair, a pouf, or simply a floor cushion. Add a small bookshelf at your child's height and don't forget to include accent lighting. Thanks to this space, your child has a suitable place to read and let their imagination run wild.

A desk for older children

Homework will begin when starting elementary school. While parents often help during the first years, it's essential that your child has a quiet workspace to concentrate. Installing a desk in their room is therefore very relevant. They won't be distracted by what's happening in the house and can isolate themselves to study and do their exercises. Plan for a dedicated space for the desk, a comfortable office chair, a desk lamp, and all necessary accessories without cluttering the space too much.

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Tips for a tidy children's room

Beyond providing several pieces of furniture and elements dedicated to organization and storage, there are different tips to implement to keep the room tidy.

Provide storage spaces at child height

Storage spaces must be present, but also installed at child height. Indeed, it's important that your child can put things away themselves, but also find what they're looking for independently. There are now many solutions at the right height that don't take up too much space. Montessori furniture particularly follows this approach and can facilitate your search.

Create a fun storage system

More than just providing storage spaces, you need to implement a playful system. Otherwise, you'll quickly see stuffed animals, books, cars, and building blocks piled up in the same toy chest.

Think of something logical and easy enough for even the youngest to understand. You can, for example, create themed bins with pictures: stuffed animals, dolls, cars, animals, construction, books, etc. You can also sort by color or other criteria. It's up to you to see what will speak most to your child! It's also a great way to get them interested in tidying up.

Sort regularly

Finally, the best way to keep the room functional is to avoid cluttering it. For this, don't hesitate to regularly sort through both clothes and toys. You don't have to get rid of things, you can simply store them elsewhere, the goal here is to declutter the space of what's no longer being used. Here too, you can absolutely involve your child!