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For a similar ride-on aeroplane go to alexandalexa.com. Image: Jake Curtis. StylIng: Alex Kristal Make the room multifunctional Colour Paint is a quick and cost-effective way to define different areas in a room. Try tranquil shades such as pale blue and grey for sleep areas and brighter shades for spaces to play in. Flooring Chalkboard floorboards and artificial-turf carpets are a fun way to break up a room, as are patterned rugs in different shapes and sizes, which can be changed around easily. Corners Nooks in children’s bedrooms tend to get overlooked as awkward shapes, but they can make cosy reading areas when decorated with cushions or beanbags. Lighting High-contrast, adjustable reading lamps indicate working areas whereas a string of fairy lights suggest sleep. Animal-shaped lights or neon slogans are perfect for play areas. Put the fun in functional Cupboard, £299, mustardmade.co.uk Canvas print, £61, iamfy.co Ice-cream wall shelf, £55, amara.com Giraffe height chart, £89.99, wayfair.co.uk Teepee, £115, bobbyrabbit.co.uk Cushion, £25.95, birdkids.co.uk Play tower bed, £1,185, cuckooland.co.uk In this bedroom, colour has been used to divide the space and also bounce light around. The pink feature wall and desk make the homework area the room’s focal point, with the orange rug indicating a separate play area. For similar children’s stools try nubie.co.uk. Image: Home Life magazine/bauersyndicationcom.au Play with colours and details Consider the palette. Strong shades such as bright pink and yellows may be what they are after now, but that could change within the space of a week. Choose colours that can evolve with your child, such as pale shades and neutrals, and bring in bolder colours through cushions or artwork. Storage can be fun as well as practical. The latest trend for children’s rooms is custom-built bed designs that lift the sleeping area off the floor, giving space for essentials beneath. Gltc.co.uk sells a selection of playhouse-style beds. Make the most of textiles. Piles of cushions create lounging areas and are great for building forts and dens. Layering rugs looks stylish and also helps protect floors from spills. Don’t overthink your design or worry about it looking perfect – it’s primarily a space for having fun. Consider a chalkboard wall for them to draw on, and opt for matt washable paints that can be wiped clean easily. This room is divided into three areas, with a mural providing the focus. To create your own, cut a piece of board to the shape you want and use masking tape to help you paint in the lines. Finish the look with fun wall stickers. Image: Homes+/bauersyndication.com.au Stylish ways to zone Climbing ladder £249, ajproducts.co.uk Shelf, £65, johnlewis.com Hanging planter, £9, sassandbelle.co.uk Table, £106, en.smallable.com Storage basket, £95, cuckooland.co.uk Bookcase, £92.99, wayfair.co.uk Kids chair, £124, en.smallable.com Storage basket, £12.99, hm.com 4 ways to future-proof your child’ s room Buy a good-quality bed frame. It will be a staple for years, so consider designs that can be repainted and customised to suit changing tastes. A bed incorporating storage will help cut down on clutter. Decorate with pegboards and chalkboards rather than spending money on artwork. Children’s tastes change rapidly so paintings or drawings can be swapped around with minimal effort. Invest in a well-made chest of drawers. Outfits can be changed up to five times a day, so you will need a durable set of drawers that can withstand years of wear and tear. Loaf.com offers a great selection. Use accessories to ring the changes. A new cushion cover, pattern bedlinen and throws are an easy way to update a room and can instantly transform a space without costing too much. Creating a sweet bedroom for children doesn’t have to involve dramatic wallpapers and novelty bed frames that will date quicker than your little ones grow out of their clothes. The key is to pick a theme to build your palette around, and use it in playful and imaginative ways. Here, varied mint tones create a feature wall that bring a fresh yet timeless feel to the space, and are echoed in the accessories. For similar round cushions, try grahamandgreen.co.uk. Image: Inside Out/bauersyndication.com.au Details that make a difference Cushion, £35, kittymccall.com Lamp, £36.50, maisonsdumonde.com Rattan headboard, £235, tobsandror.com Bed, £75, ikea.com Bedlinen, £53.95, scandiborn.co.uk Print (without frame), £18.95, desenio.co.uk Wall light, £69.99, lights4fun.co.uk Chest of drawers, £237.50, maisonsdumonde.com Pegboard, £65, blockdesign.co.uk RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR Aldi s pumpkin-shaped casserole dish is all we want for Halloween 7 of the best money-saving kitchen gadgets to invest in this winter Aldi has restocked miniature velvet chairs and sofas for your dog DON' T MISS Fiona Bruce Sometimes I struggle not to cry November 14, 2021 17 beautiful 2021 diaries to help you to look forward to December 4, 2020 Why women leave men for women What’ s fuelling the rise of April 28, 2019 Hollywood veteran Laura Linney on plastic surgery friendship and her stellar July 3, 2017 You can shop the khaki jumpsuit from Holly Willoughby’ s new M& S July 17, 2019 The secrets and lies behind this happy family photo April 11, 2021 It’ s cocktail hour Olly Smith’ s cocktail recipes and Eleanor Maidment s canapé November 14, 2021 BBC One has revealed its Christmas TV schedule and there’ s lots December 2, 2020 YOU Beauty Box August Reviews August 1, 2017 Rome has been named the cheapest major city to visit in August 7, 2019 Popular CategoriesFood2704Life2496Fashion2240Beauty1738Celebrity1261Interiors684 Sign up for YOUMail Thanks for subscribing Please check your email to confirm (If you don't see the email, check the spam box) Fashion Beauty Celebrity Life Food Privacy & Cookies T&C Copyright 2022 - YOU Magazine. 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