Designing Through the Eyes of a Child
Imagination and Fun Inspire Great Kids' Rooms
If you want to know the truth, just ask a child. Children are very telling, even at the expense of embarrassing their parents. When you listen to their stories, it's easy to decipher fact from fiction, though the latter tends to be the most amusing. I'm intrigued by the wonderment in their eyes when they tell the tale of how their cardboard-box-turned-high-performance race car helped them win the Piston Cup.
If we listen intently, their vivid imaginations can provide a valuable source of inspiration when creating kid-approved spaces. Just think of how much more effective we parents and designers would be if we followed their lead. This ideabook features children's rooms that successfully incorporate the fantasies of childhood into real-world designs.
If we listen intently, their vivid imaginations can provide a valuable source of inspiration when creating kid-approved spaces. Just think of how much more effective we parents and designers would be if we followed their lead. This ideabook features children's rooms that successfully incorporate the fantasies of childhood into real-world designs.
In the early years, kids love to experience various sports until they find a favorite. Accent walls and sport-inspired accessories such as pillows, rugs, and even light fixtures help your to support their athleticism while providing the flexibility to change when their favorite sport is no longer soccer, but football.
As an adult, I'm overwhelmed at the potential for fun in this space. Constructing a multi-level entertainment complex like this one will turn your residence into a headquarters for kids. Can't say I didn't warn you.
This room is perfect for the budding socialite. Here, her activities range from holding tea parties to sharing girly gossip in the window seat. There's plenty of space for the girls to sleepover so the giggles can continue through the night.
Keeping in mind that children are territorial by nature, this room appears to have a distinct division of space. The custom beds, oversized runner, and color scheme cleverly creates two separate, yet cohesive spaces.
An indoor climbing wall satisfies the active, thrill-seeker in your household. Scaling "the side of a mountain" will keep them occupied for hours and build their physical strength and endurance.
Living with a little space explorer? Create a space to help him achieve his planetary pursuits. Hang science projects on the wall or from the ceiling to create instant art. Incorporating models helps to turn their galactic obsession into an educational experience.
How much influence did your child have in his or her room design?
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How much influence did your child have in his or her room design?
More: 40 design-friendly gifts for modern kids