Let's face it:
Kids are natural collectors. So, it only makes sense to give them
somewhere to stylishly display their stuff. Designer Susie Fougerousse
suggests: "Every child's room should be equipped with a sturdy bookshelf
for displaying treasures, books, pictures and more. Selecting a basic
style in a neutral color will allow the parents maximum versatility for
use over the long term. As the child grows, the uses and consequently
the look of the shelf will naturally adapt to the child's changing
needs."
"Functional and
stylish storage is an essential element to consider when decorating a
child's room," says designer Susie Fougerousse. "If the room allows for
it and your budget permits, a bookcase with doors or drawers is a classy
way to enhance the look of the room while providing valuable storage
for odds and ends."
Older kids need
storage, too. Designer Sarah Richardson adds a handy feature to this
young man's bedroom: a fabric pouch positioned just below the mattress.
This pouch is the perfect place for stashing comic books, handheld games
or every teen's must-have techie devices.
Corral kids'
clutter in colorful boxes. Designer Sherri Blum recommends these
because, "small toys, hair accessories, craft supplies and more can be
easily tucked away in these neat boxes readily available at craft
stores." Bonus: a customizable paper label so you'll always know what
the box contains.
This
hyper-organized (and downright cute!) little girl's closet can easily be
transitioned into a big girl's closet as her storage needs change.
Image courtesy of the Container Store.
Designer Susie
Fougerousse is a big believer in having a good mix of permanent and
transportable storage solutions in a child's room. Her Tip: "Portable
storage containers such as painted wooden crates or metal bins that can
be personalized are a stylish option for children of all ages. With an
endless array of colors, patterns, fonts and shapes to choose from,
these storage containers are a cool and decorative addition to any
room."
Designer Sarah
Richardson turns a sleigh bed into a daybed in her vacation cottage.
Perfect for small visitors, this corner is an inviting spot for reading a
favorite book or catching an afternoon nap. Slipcovered ottomans with
removable lids offer plenty of storage for small guests' toys.
Built-in
bookcases add handy storage and display space for boyhood treasures
while an aviation theme and queen-size bed will work for many years to
come. Design by RMSer thriftydecorchick.
Clear kitchen
canisters look (and work!) great as dresser-top storage for kids'
favorite small toys. When they're past the crayon-and-army-men stage,
the same containers can be used for storing hair accessories, belts or
art supplies. Design by Holly Mathis.
Reclaim square
footage for baby's playtime with vertical storage. Designer Sherri Blum
says, "Built-in wall units are especially helpful in small spaces; a
single wall with built-ins can replace toy boxes, bookcases, desks and
trunks to create a room that is more open and clutter free."
