How to decorate a kids bedroom

Kids’ bedrooms are big news in the interiors world right now. If you can avoid the Paw Patrol bedding and Disney Princess wallpaper, there are lots of options to ensure your little one’s room fits cohesively with the rest of your house without being too ‘grown up’. 

Take a look at our children’s bedroom ideas, discover our kids trends and get inspired!

If you are going for a full-scale makeover but don’t fancy the faff of wallpapering, painting a children’s bedroom is a great way to add a pop of colour. Bright, cheerful shades always look great, but think about making this a space to sleep too – if you’re going for an eye-catching orange shade, why not keep it to the bottom half of the walls and choose a light blue or soft grey for the top to balance it out? 

Simple geometric murals are another great way to add detail to a kids’ bedroom – think mountain peaks, rainbow stripes or striking shapes. There are lots of ideas on Pinterest, and all you need is paint, masking tape and some patience.

The best way to get started with decorating a children’s bedroom is to think about the things your kid is into. Do they like rainbows? Big fan of animals? Maybe their favourite thing is spending time outside in nature? 

You want their bedroom to reflect their interests while also being stylish and practical, so pick a theme they’ll enjoy and run with it. And once you’ve got an idea of the central theme, you can build your interior design around it. 

A good way to add playfulness without compromising style is with wallpaper – children’s wallpaper can be super chic if you choose carefully. 

For a jungle-themed room, we love this understated animal wallpaper, while unicorn fans will be delighted with this unicorn wallpaper. Creating a feature wall is a great way to add colour and fun to kids’ bedroom design, and this leaping tiger wallpaper would look great as the focal point of a room. 

One of the main gripes many parents have when it comes to their kid's bedrooms is storage. Children’s bedrooms need plenty of storage for toys, clothes, books and crafty bits, and you don’t want to end up with ugly plastic boxes stacked around the room. 

To make the most of your visible storage, look for storage boxes that match your children’s bedroom décor. 

Getting children involved in the design process can be really fun, and these metal storage boxes come in a variety of different colours – why not ask your little one to pick out their favourite? As well as giving them some ownership over their room design, it might also encourage them to tidy their things away into their own proper storage boxes… wishful thinking, maybe? 

Finally, we love this freestanding wooden and fabric storage unit, which is perfect for any budding book collector. 

Kids love playing on the floor, so it's nice to create a soft, welcome space for them to sit comfortably and happily while they let their imagination grow. The Ourika rug is not only soft and cosy for little feet, but it also brings a splash of colour - great if you have a simple, paired back room but also works well in a maximalist space.

This rainbow rug will look fabulous in a bright and bold bedroom space, and it’s made with organic cotton too. If you’re looking for something more multi-purpose, this road print rug doubles up as part of the game – little ones can drive cars on it, gallop horses down it and set up mini camps across it. 

When it comes to choosing a new bed for your little one, the options are endless – will you go for a cabin style? Bunk beds? Toddler size or full single? There are plenty of kids’ bed ideas to inspire you!

Choosing a size is the best place to start – toddler beds are great for helping young children transition from cot to bed but if your child is around three years old, you might want to consider a single bed for longevity. This toddler bed is a great option as it has a barrier to stop little ones falling out overnight. 

For older children, why not add an element of fun to their sleeping set-up with a slide bed? We love this stylish kids bed with a slide and with added space underneath for storage. And if you have children sharing a room, bunk beds work really well to maximise floor space and create a sleek, tidy space – this Scandi style bunk bed is a favourite.  

Bedding is a really important factor in any kid's bedroom. It has to be comfortable and breathable for your little ones, but it’s a great way to inject colour and character to the room, too. We've got lots of bedding to match any bedroom, from bright rainbow shades to calming pastels, fun patterns and animal characters. Many of our bedding styles have matching decorative cushions, too – we love this cute lion pillowcase. 

Once you have your bedding, you can tie in other accessories such as curtains, a rug and some cool wall art to compliment your colour scheme. 

When decorating an older kids’ bedroom, there are plenty of ways you can inject colour and fun without being too childish. Rugs like this fringed graphic rug adds colour while still being sleek and stylish, while this earthy pom pom bedding creates a calm, cosy vibe. 

A fun novelty lamp like this paper aeroplane style or this slogan LED box will make them feel very grown up, then finish off with a proper desk where they can sit and do homework, create art or get crafty. 

For younger children, bedroom design can incorporate fun motifs, soft and cosy furnishings and easy-to-access storage solutions to make them feel independent while still maintaining that childlike quality. 

Add pops of colour with sweet soft toys and cotton throws. We love this hot air balloon lamp for a circus themed room, while this rattan chair would be perfect in a cosy reading corner. For the finishing touch, this toy storage box is sleek and stylish but easy for little ones to open up and find their favourites. 

However you decide to decorate your little one’s bedroom, involving them in the process is a great way to connect them to their new space. And with an eye for design, you can keep your kids’ bedroom in keeping with the rest of your house. 

For more inspiration, look at our post on bedroom makeovers for the summer, or how to bring a bit of quirk to your interior design. Happy decorating!