Kid’s Rooms They’ll Put the Tablet Down For
I love a kid’s room with personality.
Where else can you put dinosaurs, a crystal chandelier, and two playhouses on your decorating list?
But I also know today’s favorite dinosaur will be tomorrow’s “Mom, that’s so cringe”
So, we designed these spaces around the children’s interests while making room for what comes next.
Instead of chasing trends they’d quickly outgrow, we chose colors, patterns, and furniture they could enjoy for years.
Kids’ rooms are a pretty good excuse to create childhood magic, and are easily where we let our imagination run wild.
For these spaces, we started with the children’s personalities.
Then, we brought their interests into the wallpaper, artwork, furniture, and little details that make a room feel like theirs.
Let’s tour some kid’s spaces we have created over the years….
A Travel-Themed Bedroom that brings the World to Her
We wanted her bedroom to bring a little of the world to her.
Because bright colors are easiest for her to see, we used gorgeous, bold teal molding, striped wallpaper, and colorful London artwork.
Then, we kept pathways clear and everyday things within easy reach so the room would be comfortable for her to use and her caregivers move through the room.
Of course, we wanted it to be pretty, too. But every choice started with her—what she enjoys, what works for her, and what would make this room feel like her own
Most of all, we wanted this space to feel like hers.
A place to get comfortable, enjoy the things she loves, and discover a little of the world from home, even without stepping outside.
A Whimsical Shared Girls’ Bedroom
The twins’ Barbie-inspired bedroom has pink and red wallpaper and two playhouse loft beds.
Yes, each girl has her own house. After all, it’s never to early to learn about the value of real estate ownership.
Above them, a robin’s egg blue ceiling adds unexpected color, while the crystal chandelier brings sparkle.
Together, those details give this shared girls’ bedroom a playful maximalist feel.
Even the bathroom has personality.
Pink pineapple wallpaper, coral towels, and a ‘DANCE IT OUT” art print bring the fun right up to the sink.
A Boys’ Room with Dinosaurs and Cars
For the boys’ space, we combined two favorites: dinosaurs and cars.
Buffalo check wallpaper gives the room a bold backdrop.
Against it, a green desk creates a spot for drawing, homework, or whatever project comes next.
Nearby, a cozy reading nook pairs cushioned seating with dinosaur pillows and stuffed animals.
Storage drawers underneath make the space useful, too.
As their interests change, the accessories can change, too.
A Hunting-Themed Bedroom with Room to Grow
For this hunting-themed bedroom, we started with two twin beds and personalized pillows to give each child a spot that feels like their own.
Underneath the beds, storage drawers make good use of space that could otherwise collect whatever gets kicked under there.
Instead, there’s a place to put things away without adding another piece of furniture.
The hunting theme reflects what they enjoy now, while the twin beds and useful storage can keep working as they get older.
Later, a change of bedding and pillows can give this shared kids’ bedroom a different look.
That was the goal: make it personal now without needing to start over in a fe
Bedroom Before
Playrooms They’ll Put the Tablet Down For
A Epic Kids’ Playroom with a Ball Pit, Playhouse, Reading Nook and Movie Spot
If I were a kid, I would have a hard time leaving this room.
Actually, the ball pit might still convince me to stay.
For this kids’ playroom, we included a full-size playhouse, a ball pit, a reading nook, and an artist corner.
Because sometimes you want to play pretend, and other times you need to create your next refrigerator masterpiece.
A Playhouse and Ball Pit that Make You Skip Screen Time
The full-size playhouse gives them a place to make up their own little world.
Meanwhile, the ball pit adds another way to play right at home.
Together, those features make this a room they can do something in.
A Reading Nook and Artist Corner
When they’re ready to slow down, the reading nook gives them a cozy place to settle in with a book.
Across the room, the artist corner makes space for drawing, coloring, and creating. Because sometimes the best activity is a piece of paper and a handful of crayons.
Having a spot for each activity also helped us plan the room around how the family would use it.
A Playroom That Can Change with Them
Of course, what children enjoy at four may look different at ten.
With that in mind, we planned a space that can change over time. Later, the artist corner could become a homework spot, while the reading nook can keep doing its job. Once they’ve outgrown the ball pit, that area can make room for something new.
A Playroom Makeover with Paint, Personality, and Better Storage
I love the idea of a playroom that makes kids want to put down the tablet and do something.
Build with LEGOs.
Draw a picture.
Get out the toys they already have.
For this room, we started with paint and organization.
The soft green walls gave it a fresh look, while wood furniture brought in warmth.
Then, we added “Play hard & be kind” above a desk with two chairs.
Such a good reminder—and a cute way to fill that wall.
Make Their Favorite Things Part of the Room
The open cubbies hold books, dinosaurs, and a yellow LEGO-head container.
Alongside those favorites, we displayed the kids’ artwork.
I love using what children make in their own spaces.
It’s personal, colorful, and means more than something picked up just to fill a shelf.
By giving those things a place, we turned the clutter into part of the decorating.
Give Them Somewhere to Do Something
Below the wall lettering, the shared desk provides a spot for drawing, building, or working together.
Meanwhile, the shelves keep books and toys out where the kids can see them.
That was our focus with this playroom makeover: make the room inviting and give them somewhere to enjoy their things.
If you’re updating your own playroom, think about what your kids actually like doing.
Then, plan the storage and furniture around that.
You may already have plenty to work with. Sometimes a fresh paint color, better organization, and their own artwork are enough to make you love the room again.
The Playroom Before
A Firefighter-Themed Bedroom with Vintage Finds and a Bed Built by Dad
I love a kids’ room that tells you something about the child who lives there.
For this firefighter-themed bedroom, we used real vintage fire equipment and a bed his Fireman dad built for him. Those two details gave us something personal to work with from the start.
And a bed built by Dad? That’s a pretty special part of your room.
Vintage Fire Equipment with Character
The vintage fire equipment was one of my favorite parts of this project.
Because these were authentic pieces, they brought history into the room along with the firefighter theme. I love finding ways to use old things in a space that feels fun for a child.
Instead of buying every decoration from the same themed collection, we worked with pieces that had their own character.
As a result, this kids’ bedroom feels more personal.
If you’re decorating around something your child loves, look beyond the usual bedding and wall art.
A few meaningful finds can give you a starting point.
A Handmade Bed Built by His Fireman Dad
His dad built the bed, which makes it about more than how it looks.
It’s something he made for his son, and I love that we got to include it in the room.
Alongside the vintage equipment, it gives this space a story you couldn’t recreate by ordering a matching furniture set.
That’s what I want when I design a home: details that mean something to the people living there.
Let Their Interests Lead
A themed bedroom can still feel thoughtful and personal.
Start with what your child enjoys. Then, look for ways to include it through pieces you love, things you already own, or something made just for them.
For this room, real fire equipment and his dad’s handiwork made the firefighter theme feel like his own.
