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kids bedroom help

4 years ago

I had this picture in mind on how this room would turn out
Yes I know it needs more but the bed spread specifically I don’t love

Any ideas or pictures of a different bed spread ??

I have more art coming but it’s just not pulling together like I had hoped

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remodeling1840

4 years ago

Gray never seems like something a child would do. Nothing in that picture would tell me a child lives there. It is sterile. An older teenager, more sophisticated, would like that stark feeling. What colors does your child like? I am not suggesting you let a kid design the whole room,but I would shop with him for a bedspread he likes. Then you can plan the room around that. Bookcases and storage for toys and books. Children grow and change. You aren’t decorating for twenty years, rather for five years and then a redo as he changes in taste and interests.

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jck910
4 years ago
that doesn't look like kid's room
Angel 18432
4 years ago
Continue that abstract art work on the wall, to the left column. Then paint the sloped ceiling part grey. Then a new bedspread something like #1 above. Current one doesn't look like a child's room. Spread in grey/white with maybe a touch of black.
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Angel 18432
4 years ago

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socks
4 years ago
Make some pre-selected bed covering choices, let the kids pick from that.
Angel 18432
4 years ago

a couple more "kid looking" spreads, still with a little grey.
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
4 years ago
I agree let the kids choose the bedding, I like neutral walls because every year there will be a new favorite color. I find duvets with covers are good get a good duvet and then all you need is a cover in the newest favorite color or interest. Are the kids sharing the bed ? Maybe post some more pics of the room too.
kristaj
4 years ago
I think actual kid patterned bedding isn’t necessary at all. You have a great start and the choices we see will not be outgrown quickly. Now you need to just add some of your child’s favourite colours into the room in other ways. Turn down the comforter and add some coloured or patterned pillow cases and sheets. A couple cute toss cushions and a cozy throw to curl up with during a nap or reading. You could add a coloured trim to edges of drapery panels. Add some artwork on other walls. I am sure the areas of the room not pictured have toys and books or other furniture that make it obvious that this is a child’s room too. Good luck and I am sure it will be closer to what you had envisioned very soon.

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