Cot placement

In some houses, the child’s bedroom is often converted into a makeshift guest room when visitors come in. So, it is ideal to design it keeping all possible set-up scenarios in mind. Instead of going for a standard king/queen size bed, you can optimise the space available by adding a single cot towards corners/bunk beds/pull out cot under main cot/wall mounted pull down bed, according to your convenience. Decide on the light and fan electrical fixtures accordingly.

 Colour theme

 Whatever you choose for the room, traditional painting or stylish wall paper option, keep the colour theme neutral. Stenciling favourite characters can be done to brighten the room. Always keep in mind that children don’t stay little for long – don’t make the décor too kiddish.

Wardrobe

 As easy access is the main criteria, the wardrobe should be personalised for the child. For better organising, it is best to have pull out drawers or shelves. If you want ironed clothes in hangers, decide if you want them at a height accessible to tiny hands. Another important thing is to have an easily accessible designated space for clothes that your children are yet to fit into. This will avoid them going to waste if not spotted on time.

Toy placement

 It is also imperative to plan the toy placement. It can be in the lower shelf of the wardrobe or in pull out free standing cabinets. The main prerequisite is to avoid undue clutter.

Study Unit

The study unit placement should be planned keeping 2 main criteria in mind

• ventilation
• lighting

 The light fitting should be fitted in such a way that it is not glaring into the eyes of the child sitting at the study table. Partitions can be fitted to separate the bed from the study unit, to enhance concentration and avoid distractions. Choose an adjustable table or a standard table with an adjustable chair. Customise the study unit to fit your child’s needs and comfort.

Though these are the main things to keep in mind while designing a child’s room, the planning needs to be tailored to suit your requirements. For example, keeping a full size mirror is not ideal if you have a tiny tornado rushing about in a bicycle!

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