Varieties
Table. The most common, standard table with a horizontal top. The child can play with it, draw, do homework. Most tables have built-in cabinets with drawers or shelves.
Desk. It differs from a table in that it has an inclined surface. It is easy for a child to sit at a desk, since the surface of the table takes on most of the load on the spine.
Accordingly, the posture remains straight and the back does not get tired from long-term work at the desk. An excellent option for younger students.
Transformable desk. It has the function of changing the angle of inclination and height of the tabletop, which makes it possible to adjust these parameters individually for each child.
The model is very practical and can last for many years, since the height and tilt can be adjusted according to the growth of the child.
Desk - easel. Designed for preschoolers and primary schoolchildren. Has an inclined magnetic tabletop. On the table you can write, read and count using magnetized letters and numbers.
There are several tabletop positions:
- Horizontal – recommended for games, applications and modeling;
- Oblique – used for writing;
- Vertical – for drawing.
Form
Straight (square, rectangular). The usual version of the table. Usually the table is placed by the window in the children's room. At the same time, there should be thick curtains on the window that would protect the monitor from sunlight if the child is doing homework at the computer.
If the room is small, a great option for parents and children is a window-sill table in the children's room. This way, daylight will fall on the student’s workplace and the room will visually become larger. If you need a table for a children’s room for two children, a window-sill table will be an excellent option.
Angular. This table arrangement is very convenient for small spaces. The table can be considered both a desk and a computer one, since most models of corner tables for children's rooms are designed to work with a computer.
Numerous drawers and shelves make the table practical and spacious. Corner tables in children's rooms are also suitable for two children.
Round. A safe option for families with small children. The absence of sharp corners reduces the risk of injury during games.
Figured. Serves as a decoration for a children's room. Used for games and drawing.
Finishes and materials
The design of a student’s room largely depends on his interests, but designers do not recommend buying flashy cartoon photo wallpapers: bright colors and images can quickly get boring. For wall coverings, you should choose paper, non-woven or cork wallpaper, as well as paint. You can make one of the walls an accent wall by covering it with a special slate composition so you can write on it with chalk, like on a blackboard, or by hanging a world map.
The ceiling can be made laconic by simply whitewashing it, or decorated with stars using phosphor paint.
For the floor, an environmentally friendly coating is suitable that does not slip, does not accumulate bacteria and is easy to clean: laminate, cork or parquet.
All materials must be safe and have a quality certificate.
The photo shows a room for a teenage schoolgirl with bright decorative elements.
Color scheme for children's tables
The color palette used to decorate modern children's tables is very diverse. The choice of color depends on the baby's personal preferences.
It is important to take care of this, because the child will not only have to play happily behind it, but also do boring schoolwork.
Of course, ideally, the product in the children's room should be in harmony with other pieces of furniture.
Design ideas for modern children's desks - organizing an unusual workspace
The specially designed desk provides enough space for three children to study. Design provided by Visbeen Associates.
Visitors know that long gone are the days when you could simply throw something out of a room to decorate a child's bedroom.
Today, parents, together with specially invited designers, make an incredible amount of effort to design them. After all, this is a personal territory that should reflect the tastes and interests of the child. At the same time, colorful themes and pictures on the walls add a playful effect.
Unusual decor and bright furniture for a children's workplace from Neslihan Peckan
This combination, combined with the Smart Space shelf, will become everyone's favorite haven. A place for little ones to study is truly essential in every modern home. This calm and stimulating atmosphere will help them perform better.
A very compact and beautifully organized room for boys from InView.
Gorgeous nursery with built-in desk by Eisner Desing LLC
A sleek table and a standout wall in a children's bedroom by Maryse Croteau.
West Chin Architect's nursery workspace is perfect for a modern home
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A simple table design that is easy to replicate.
Maximize space with minimal effort
When it comes to ultra-modern apartments, every square meter plays a huge role. Therefore, creating a specific area for children can be a rather difficult task that will take time to solve.
However, using your creativity, you can easily turn any corner of your apartment into a play or study area. These days there is a large selection of designs that are simply built into the wall or can be hidden if desired.
Lacquered table and armchair create a semi-minimalist design
A spacious table and sliding glass doors from Capa Jeffeys Design make the perfect creative space for children
If you already have a playroom or bedroom, then the problem becomes much easier. For this purpose, you can use open cabinets, small nooks and other design finds.
Compact children's table with lots of shelves.
Modern girl's bedroom with elegant table by Eduardo Correa Arquitectura & Interiores
A corner space turned into a workspace thanks to a simple design
Ergonomic work area between two single beds
A small and compact table that fits in any setting.
Bright, bold and beautiful
Regardless of where you want to build a corner for your son or daughter’s creativity, follow a few basic rules. The most important thing is don’t make it boring and boring.
Even if you're going to decorate the rest of the room in muted tones, make sure that little nook remains vibrant and inviting. Research has shown that inquisitive minds do not emerge or develop in dull and monotonous environments.
Stylish children's workstation with colorful additions
A colorful table that definitely brightens up the entire space.
Choose sports themes and colors that are interesting and visually appealing. While appearance is important, try never to compromise on functionality. Everything should be at a height accessible to the child.
Wise use of free space in a children's room
Workspaces are never too far from the bed!
A stylish table for girls is a work of art from Pebble Desing.
Jennifer McCarthy Chairs Bring Playfulness to the Workplace
An original chair adds a new nuance to this simple setting.
Evolution over time
Unlike home office designs for adults, a desk for toddlers needs to be more flexible. As they grow, the workplace must grow with their different needs.
That is why, when planning, take this point into account. Use neutral tones, but with additional elements for decoration. When your child is already a teenager, simply erase, change or remove the colorful motifs.
Boys' bedroom with desk by Ana Williamson Architect
Pine children's table with chic modern chairs from Faneuil Kitchen Cabinet
Considering all the benefits that you and your child receive, it is definitely worth purchasing one of the proposed designs, and if you take into account the variety of colors, shapes and sizes, it is easy to find what suits you.
Interesting workspace in a playroom by Barrett Studio Architects
You can easily incorporate such custom designs with a twist from CVK Projects
Kids' workspace in navy blue with ample storage by Marianne Larsen
Living room desk by Fluff Desing & Decor
Traditional Family Room with Children's Desk by Shari Misturak
Where is the best place to put a table for a child?
A table by the window in a children's room is an ideal placement. Light will constantly fall on it. Sitting at the table, the child's face should be directed towards the window.
For additional lighting, choose a table lamp. Also be guided by the fact that the child should not be disturbed by any extraneous sounds, especially the TV, because the child will be constantly distracted by it.
Materials
Natural wood
Decent price - decent quality. Solid wood products are environmentally friendly, easy to process and can be restored.
The natural material allows us to produce various shapes and sizes. Mainly used are pine, beech, birch and maple.
Minuses:
- Subject to mechanical stress (scratches, chips)
- Functional wooden tables have only 2-3 positions.
Chipboard
Affordable price. Good quality and a wide range of bright models. Compared to solid wood, they are resistant to damage.
Disadvantage: possible toxicity (cheap chipboards use formaldehyde)
MDF
An excellent alternative to natural wood. The products are quite durable, environmentally friendly and, unlike wooden ones, have an affordable price.
Minus - tables made of MDF and chipboard are very sensitive to moisture. Spilled water on the surface may cause swelling. Therefore, it is worth buying products with laminated surfaces.
Plastic
Inexpensive, lightweight and low-maintenance material. The plasticity of plastic makes it possible to produce tables of any shape.
Minus:
- Not durable
- Environmentally friendly (you need to purchase a plastic table only if you have a quality certificate).
How should a child sit correctly at the table?
Correct sitting at the table, and therefore the correct posture of a growing child, depends on several factors.
The table must meet the following requirements:
- The height of the product is determined individually in four ways:
- the tabletop should be located at the level of the solar plexus with proper seating,
- in a sitting position, the elbow bend of the straight arm should be located 5 cm below the level of the tabletop,
- when the hands are on the tabletop, the child’s shoulders should be in a natural position,
- The distance from the legs to the tabletop in a sitting position is from 10 to 15 cm.
The table is considered ideal if all parameters match.
- the length of the working surface of the table should not be less than 100 cm - this is necessary so that when writing
- the elbows were not in a completely expanded position;
- The width of the worktop is about 60 - 80 cm, which is exactly enough for comfortable
- location of the office and textbooks with notebooks.
Lighting should not be blocked by built-in shelves and racks. Any desk for schoolchildren with a shelf must additionally have artificial lighting lamps.
In addition to the table, it is very important to choose the right chair. This accessory should maintain the natural curve of the back.
Therefore, it is worth paying attention to the anatomical backrest and height adjustment.
For a children's desk, the material is also important. You should not chase the cheapness of chipboard material, as over time it becomes toxic and can harm the child.
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It is better to choose models made of natural wood or MDF. A plastic option is also possible, but only if there is a high quality certificate for the product.
The photo of a desk for a schoolchild shows that the product should also be functional. It should have additional storage systems, stands, niches for equipment and shelves.
In addition, a desk for a schoolchild with drawers will save parents from buying additional furniture items for storing things.
Where can I place the table?
The student should feel a sense of personal space - this is the main priority of installing a desk. In order for the child to want to draw and do homework, it is recommended to place the table opposite the door, so that the door is visible, and people entering cannot immediately see what he is doing. The confidence that there is a wall behind one’s back, and not an empty place, has a wonderful effect on the child.
Often the table is placed near the window.
A good option for placing the table is to install it near the wall where the door is located, so that the child can always turn his head towards the door. If the child is right-handed, then the teenage table must be positioned so that the light is directed to the left, and vice versa, if left-handed, then to the right.
Functional
Drawers, shelves and bedside tables play an important role in the functionality of the table. The student's luggage is quite large. These are books, additional materials, notebooks, notepads and school accessories and supplies. All this should have its place so that the child can quickly find the thing he needs at any time.
Many tables are initially equipped with cabinets, drawers and racks. When choosing a table, pay attention to the functionality of the table. A child’s workplace should accommodate everything he needs for study and play.
Children's table location
More recently, caring parents, trying to provide their child with maximum natural light, placed a table near the window in the children's room.
However, this table arrangement also has some disadvantages. In particular, low-quality window frames can lead to drafts; central heating radiators will be blocked by furniture and will not allow heat to pass through.
And the top shelves and add-ons on the table will still hinder the natural lighting of the work area.
Therefore, when choosing the optimal position for a child’s desk, you don’t have to rely on the location of the window in the room. The table can easily be equipped with a high-quality table lamp.
Selecting a location
The key aspect when choosing a location for a student’s corner is the presence of natural light. The window opening should be located to the left of the desktop - for right-handers, or to the right - for left-handers.
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The main thing is that the light falls on the writing surface from the side. If there are several children in the family, and there is no possibility of creating a couple of corners, then it is best to place the table opposite the window so that there is enough lighting for everyone.
When it gets dark, along with ceiling lamps, it is necessary to organize additional lighting for the workplace. A table lamp or lamp with a bright but soft light can be placed on the side of a table or placed on a wall.
It is good if the artificial lighting source is equipped with a rotating design that allows you to adjust its height and the direction of the light.
It is advisable to separate the work area from the rest of the room so that the child is not distracted by foreign objects when doing homework.
Psychologists do not encourage complete separation of the work area, as this creates a closed space, negatively affecting the child’s psyche and suppressing performance. A rational option could be a screen that creates zoning of space.
As it became clear, creating a schoolchildren’s corner is not an easy task and requires a special approach. Still, the student’s future depends on its correct decision. In a rationally organized corner, the student will not only cope well with learning school material, but will also be able to maintain his health and always be in a good mood.
Color spectrum
If this is a gaming table, then bright, rich colors are acceptable. This color scheme gives impetus to the development of creative nature.
For a schoolchild, it is better to choose calm, pastel colors: beige, cream and wood-like colors. This will make it easier for the child to concentrate on the work moment.
When choosing color, shape and material, it is worth taking into account the child’s opinion. After all, this will be his workplace, at which he will spend quite a lot of time. He should feel comfortable and comfortable.
On the part of the parents, the selected table must be safe (environmentally friendly, without sharp corners). Suitable for age and height so as not to harm the child’s health.
To do this, you need to know the ratio of the height of the table and the height of the child:
- 5-6 years (100-115 cm) – height 45-50 cm.
- 7-8 years (116-127 cm) – height 51-53 cm.
- 9-10 years (128-136 cm) – height 54-56 cm.
- 11-12 years (137-144 cm) – height 57-59 cm.
- 13-15 years (145-158 cm) – height 62-65 cm.
- 16-18 years (159-170 cm) – height 67-71 cm.
Now, armed with knowledge about tables for a children's room, you can safely take your child and go choose the table that, in your opinion, will best meet all the necessary requirements.
General rules
A schoolboy is a child from six to seventeen years old. The period is long. Throughout it, children grow up, they develop new interests and hobbies. To save money and not have to renovate a room every time, experts advise choosing a design project “for growth.” Until recently, to achieve this goal, classic design options were used, a neutral space was created, and then the atmosphere was formed by placing bright accents.
Room for a child “for growth” Source yandex.net
It is much easier to create the interior of a children’s room for a schoolchild “for growth” if you choose beds, cabinets, and desks of simple design and a strict linear shape for furniture filling. It is important to give preference to high-quality items that can withstand high operating loads. Children are active people; they constantly jump, run, drop something, and spill something. Flimsy furniture will not survive such treatment.
Furniture with simple linear shapes Source designstilno.ru
The same applies to decorative items, accessories, lamps, and textiles. Any, even the most daring, experiments are possible here. They can be changed more often, using what corresponds to the specific age of the child. When purchasing all this, you should take into account the opinion of the owner of the room. After all, this is for him to live, study, and relax.
White background and bright details that can be changed as the child grows Source yandex.net
White background and bright details that can be changed as the child grows
To avoid a conflict of interest, it is important to initially set priorities correctly, explain to your son or daughter that safety always comes first, so the bed should be comfortable here and now and after some distant time, it is important that the closet accommodates all existing things, and that the lamps , the chandeliers provided the right amount of light. Therefore, adults need to insist on fundamental principles, and children can be trusted to choose color, shape and style.
Strictness is a distinctive feature of a room for a teenager Source yandex.net
Other nuances of choosing a children's table
It is hardly advisable to choose a table made of natural wood for children. Kids will quickly test it for the durability and quality of the coating by decorating their workspace with felt-tip pens, paints or other creative supplies.
Also, child psychologists do not advise choosing trendy designer table models.
And this is reasonable, because a children’s table is a child’s place to do certain work, his so-called area for creativity and work, so the appearance of this piece of furniture should set the child up for work.
The basic rules when choosing a table remain the same: functionality, convenience and quality, which you should not skimp on.
After all, your child probably deserves a comfortable and safe desk in their children’s room for many years of study!
Features of choosing a table for a schoolchild
When choosing a desk for their child, many parents pay attention to the two most important points: the cost and size of the product. However, do not forget that the most important priority when choosing a children's desk is its convenience and practicality.
At the same time, it is necessary to remember that a desk can perform not only its main function, but also an additional one - decorative, and just as it can harmoniously fit into the interior of a children's room.
Therefore, choosing a desk for a child’s room is not the easiest task; this moment should be approached with full responsibility and care.
