{"id":8943,"date":"2025-12-19T16:18:15","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T21:18:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.luxuryhomemagazine.com\/thepalmbeaches\/blog\/?p=8943"},"modified":"2025-12-19T16:18:15","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T21:18:15","slug":"how-to-decorate-a-childs-bedroom-that-will-evolve-with-them-as-they-age","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.luxuryhomemagazine.com\/thepalmbeaches\/blog\/2025\/12\/19\/how-to-decorate-a-childs-bedroom-that-will-evolve-with-them-as-they-age\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Decorate a Child\u2019s Bedroom That Will Evolve With Them As They Age"},"content":{"rendered":"

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by Lauren Wicks<\/em><\/p>\n

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When it comes to designing a child\u2019s bedroom\u2014whether for a preteen or a baby on the way\u2014it\u2019s easy to find yourself at either extreme of the decorating spectrum. On one hand, involving your child in the creative process can be magical, especially when their imagination leads to bold color choices and whimsical pattern pairings. On the other, it\u2019s tempting to design a space that seamlessly complements the rest of your home and will age gracefully as they grow.<\/p>\n

However, what if we told you there are some key strategies out there to allow your child some design expression while still creating a timeless, elegant space? We\u2019ve asked a stellar panel of local designers to share their philosophies for decorating children\u2019s rooms.
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1. Avoid a Strong Theme<\/strong>
Katherine Shenaman says that some parents may dream of having a safari theme for a little boy, for example, and while it may be the stuff of dreams for a few years, the decoration will inevitably start to date itself. This may be fine if you don\u2019t want anything too precious in there, but it\u2019s not the best strategy if you\u2019re looking to invest in this space for the long haul.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt really comes down to the colors and overall feel of the design scheme that allows a room to be timeless,\u201d says Shenaman. \u201cLamps, bedding, and certain types of artwork are easy to tailor to a little one for a fun and more youthful feel \u2014 and they can be changed easily with time.\u201d<\/p>\n

Shenaman says that wallpaper, curtains, carpet and major furniture pieces are typically the greatest investments you will make in a room and should be considered for longevity. Cece Bowman says she usually selects materials that are of the same quality and in keeping with the style of the rest of the home for these major items, though she loves to add scallop details, hand-painted murals, and Pom Pom trims for a touch of youthful whimsy.<\/p>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_single_image image=”8945″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”” css=”.vc_custom_1765472931985{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}”][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_separator type=”normal” color=”#9e9e9e”][vc_single_image image=”8457″ img_size=”728×90″ alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” qode_css_animation=”” css=”.vc_custom_1765472811982{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}” link=”https:\/\/rehinteriors.com\/”][vc_separator type=”normal” color=”#9e9e9e”][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1765472946000{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}”]2. Carefully Curate the Walls<\/strong>
\nLisa Erdmann says she typically starts the design of a child\u2019s bedroom with a wallpaper and draperies that will offer a seamless transition from infancy to toddlerhood and grade school. She says stripes are a go-to for designing a boy\u2019s bedroom and an all-over pattern for girls\u2019 spaces, as they are versatile for changes in bedding, artwork, and accessories over time.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf the rug is very youthful, we may keep the wall treatment more neutral, and if the walls are more childlike we may keep the window treatments more subtle,\u201d Bowman says. \u201cOur hope is the rooms can easily transition as the children grow older, which, sadly, they do so fast!\u201d<\/p>\n

Additionally, Shenaman says that a kid\u2019s room can be the perfect landing spot for a piece of art that doesn\u2019t have a proper home in your house. She says that this is a wonderful way to introduce children to fine art within reason, and it also helps them to have an anchor for their space, regardless of changing themes and color palettes through the years.
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\nThese days, it\u2019s easier than ever to create a stylish kids\u2019 room that balances timelessness with their unique stage of life, interests, and color preferences. We\u2019re major fans of brands like Nestig for versatile furnishings that can evolve with your children\u2019s needs, from clever convertible cribs and imaginative beds you wish you had as a kid to chic decor that features beloved characters from Eric Carle, Richard Scarry, and beyond. House of Noa is another favorite for stylish, soft furnishings that are well-suited to handle sticky fingers and toddlers with a high risk tolerance.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_single_image image=”8944″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”” css=”.vc_custom_1765473034957{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}”][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_separator type=”normal” color=”#9e9e9e”][vc_single_image image=”8463″ img_size=”728×90″ alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” qode_css_animation=”” css=”.vc_custom_1765472844029{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}” link=”https:\/\/jmcluxuryhomes.com\/”][vc_separator type=”normal” color=”#9e9e9e”][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1765473067524{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}”]4. Don\u2019t Be Afraid to Have Fun in a Secondary Home<\/strong>
\nWhen it comes to decorating kids\u2019 spaces in secondary homes, our designers say these can be great places to run wild. Shenaman says rooms of this type offer a chance for clients to step outside-of-the-box and explore more fantastical creations.<\/p>\n

\u201cKids rooms function more like guest rooms in vacation homes than their everyday bedrooms at home, which typically need places to do homework, bookcases, good storage, and so forth,\u201d says Bowman.
\n\u201cI feel there is more freedom in these types of homes to simply have fun with the design.\u201d<\/p>\n

And if your child\u2019s bedroom doubles as an actual guest suite in your secondary residence, Shenaman says there is still room for getting creative. She says that fun and happy colors appeal to all ages and don\u2019t have to feel elementary in the design scheme. Plus, even your oldest guest may enjoy the nostalgic, eccentric design that hearkens to their own beloved childhood bedroom. And what could be better than that when on vacation? [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_single_image image=”8948″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” qode_css_animation=”” css=”.vc_custom_1765473090409{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}”][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_separator type=”normal” color=”#9e9e9e”][vc_empty_space height=”30″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1756117424866{margin-bottom: 30px !important;}”]<\/p>\n

Visit Luxury Home Magazine of The Palm Beaches<\/a> for more design inspiration.<\/p>\n

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