7 Year Old Girl's Room
I am decorating a completely new bedroom for my boyfriend's 7 year old daughter and would like some advise on the look I've developed so far.
She is very much a girly girl and loves princess things, animals such as puppies, butterflies, owls etc. She is also very artsy and her favorite colors are purple, violet and pink. So, I am trying to take some of those fun things she loves and pulling them together in a way that looks nice.
I am not married to any particular ideas that I have on the board and welcome your feedback. I just want her to have a space she will love when she is with her dad. Here are the items you are viewing.
- Fairy wall decal which is meant to be removable as the space is an apartment
- Reading chair for when her dad wants to spend time with her or read her a story
- Princess drape: I am thinking of making these a solid deep purple since right now there isn't much purple in the room and the walls will likely be that stock beige
- Bedding: Open to similar ideas, but used this one as her dad really liked it
- Name Decal: My hope is to have her name made out of metal and to place the decal above her bed
- Shag rug because the room is all this light laminate, so needs something to warm the space and her toes when she steps out of bed
- Nightstand with some storage for her little nick knacks
- The princess looking lamp for lighting and accessory
I am also including below a link to the virtual walk through of the apartment. Hers is the room without the bathroom attached.
https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=rG3DTHSSLmo
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Nicole James
6 years agolast modified: 6 years agoRelated Discussions
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miss lindsey (She/Her)
6 years ago
Susan Davis
6 years agoMaybe you could talk to her about it and get her input about what specifically she wants? An idea is to do a very basic room with bed, end tables, lamps and dresser all in a neutral color or wood stain so it all matches....then have one wall with a big bulletin board shelving for all her treasures that will be collected for the next ten years and that will change over the years. Tobi Fairley and Candice Olson do great kids rooms that might inspire you, but if you let her design the room in simple pictures you might be surprised at what she really likes.
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PROSina Sadeddin Architectural Design
6 years agoSo the best advice for kids rooms is to keep the large items neutral and age less. Then you can include their interests in smaller items. Because buying new bedding every few years is one thing but new furniture can get pricey. So if she loves princesses, get a regular bed, but a cute purple kids tent for the corner. If she loves animals, get neutral bedding, but one of those cute "zoo" stuffed animal holders.
Also, involve kids in the choices because they'll like them for longer. A good tip is to pick out two or three options that you and her dad approve of, then let her have the final say. This is good for things like bedding or sheets.
Nicole James thanked Sina Sadeddin Architectural DesignNicole James
6 years agoer612
6 years agolast modified: 6 years agoI'm late to the discussion but just want to add. I would get patterned sheets and keep the quilt or duvet solid or simple print. Curtains are a great way to add color. Do you have pictures of her furniture?
Nicole James
5 years agoThank you all again for the great feedback!
Here is my second attempt with the goal of making the room more transitional, but still pulling in Bella's favorite colors and her love of animals. With the exception of the furniture, everything else is conceptual and may not be the actual pieces or exact colors we select. Just wanted to give you an idea of what I am envisioning.
Lindsey, I love the idea of adding a picture of her and her dad on one of the nightstands and will definitely do that.
Susan and Sina, the bookcase and zoo are things that she currently already has and I am having her dad paint them a neutral color since all of her toys and knickknacks have lots of color in them. So, thank you for mentioning them as it helped me think more about how they fit in with her room.
Let me know what you think.
njmomma
5 years ago
Maureen
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agoYou are going to be sorry you asked - lol. The first concept and the second are so totally opposite..the first being youthful/very themed and the second I think too mature and staid. Bring in creativity and fun with items that can easily be replaced, because in no time at all she will want something more cool. Now is the time for whimsical and mix it up - don't match everything. Show her and her dad some pictures, to save you having to do mock ups (and will be more easily envisioned). Once you have a direction, then look for individual pieces and keep an Idea book - then narrow down and then go out shopping. Consider beanbags instead of a chair for reading time. Go with a trundle (which can be used for sleepovers) or day bed (if storage is required) layered with pillows - great for reading with her dad. A tent is a great spot for playing with her friends and a small table with chairs for doing art, puzzles, etc. Buy an old dresser and paint it a whimsical color and even add decals. Also consider the practicality of the room in addition to the décor - ie: does she need lots of storage, closet organizer, etc.
Nicole James
5 years agoNot the best pictures, but I wanted to show you the mostly final product. Thank you all soo much for your help. She absolutely loves her room!
havingfun
5 years ago
miss lindsey (She/Her)