In fact, there is a huge difference between furniture for adults and for children. It lies not only in size, but also in the fact that children's furniture is made safer and has a more interesting external design. After all, the interior of children's rooms necessarily contains comfort and, of course, originality. Be inspired by our photos of children's furniture and organize for your child the most incredibly cool conditions in his room!
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Furniture for baby
When looking for furniture to decorate a children's room, many people, especially young parents, cannot decide for a long time what to choose, since the variety of furniture offered today is truly very huge. But in fact, it’s difficult to even decide what basic items you need to buy, because you like and want a lot. Well, if there are financial restrictions in the family, then it can be completely difficult, since you need to invest a minimum amount to purchase a maximum of useful and necessary items for the children's room.
Be that as it may, in every child’s room you need to provide 4 zones: for sleeping, studying, storing things, for relaxing and playing.
Also required are 4 types of furniture that are essential: a bed, a closet, a table and a corner for physical activities. What are the characteristics of each of these types? Read on.
Modular furniture - convenient and practical
Children's rooms are often compact in size or have an awkward layout. For the proper organization of space in them, there is no better option than sets of furniture from individual items that differ in shape and purpose: slide beds with a desk, wardrobes with a sleeping place, etc.
Advantages:
- functionality;
- compactness;
- versatility;
- models can be rearranged without losing the overall style of the room.
Choosing a children's bed
This is a very important question, because for every child it is very important to have a comfortable sleeping place where the baby can replenish his own reserves of strength and energy, which requires good, healthy sleep. You've probably already looked through our photos of children's beds and noticed that they come in a wide variety: cradles for newborns, bunk beds, transformers, etc. If you have one child and the room is not too large, you can install a loft bed. Thanks to it, you will have additional space in which you can organize one of the important and necessary zones. Regardless of the type and type of bed you choose, it is also important to put the right mattress in it. And you will also need to devote time to choosing it.
It is important for the child’s body that the mattress has orthopedic effects. This is necessary for the correct formation of posture. The quality of the baby's sleep also depends on this factor.
The materials from which the mattress is made must be exclusively natural. This will ensure not only hypoallergenicity, but also free air circulation inside the product. This, in turn, will provide the child with comfort at any time of the year.
In addition, when choosing a children's mattress, pay attention to its upholstery fabric, which should have the following qualities:
- Easy to remove and wash
- Naturalness
- Pleasant to the touch
- Does not accumulate dust and static
- Hypoallergenic
When you wash the cover of a children's mattress, carefully look in advance at what the temperature should be and strictly observe it. After all, the fabric tends to “shrink”, making it difficult to fit onto the mattress later.
Choosing a children's table
This item will be needed from preschool age. After all, after the baby has already learned to sit, he can be seated at the table to eat or play. In addition, modern production involves many different risks, making such furniture the safest and most comfortable for the baby.
When a child is of preschool age, he also cannot do without a table. After all, on it the child will be able to do the same drawing, modeling from plasticine, etc. creativity. This method has two main advantages. One of them is the ability to avoid painted walls. Another thing is that the child is gradually disciplined until the school period begins.
Selection and photos of children's wardrobes
Items such as diapers, baby vests, rompers, etc. are more convenient to put in a chest of drawers. As for older children, not only things, but also toys can be stored in the storage area. Today, many manufacturers of furniture for children's rooms consider the issue of practicality and functionality. Therefore, for example, you can buy a chest of drawers with a changing table.
As for a child’s closet, it must be selected taking into account his height, otherwise it will be very inconvenient for him to reach out every time to get the necessary thing. The closet must contain shelves and hangers. There may also be drawers, which is very convenient, but such products will cost more. It is best to store toys in one of the lower compartments of the closet.
If toys are hidden at the bottom of the cabinet, the baby will be able to hide them on his own, which may help the child become more independent and ambitious.
Common cabinet models are:
- Classic straight shape. It should not be too large, so in addition it will need a chest of drawers, a bedside table or a shelving unit.
- A fairly spacious wardrobe that will last for a very long time. If the doors of such a cabinet are made mirrored, the room will visually have more free space. You can also make the doors to order, with any photo or drawing applied.
- A corner version of the cabinet, which is quite convenient to install in a small room. After all, using it you can save a lot of space.
What to consider when choosing children's furniture
Children's furniture has various functions. We are talking not only about the beauty of the products, but also about providing comfortable conditions for the child to play, relax, and study. Therefore, the following requirements are imposed on the environment in the room:
- Safety. When purchasing, items should be inspected for sharp corners, weak fasteners, glass inserts and mirrors. Cabinets should not have hinged doors. As an alternative, it is better to choose furniture with shelving, drawers, stoppers and durable fittings.
- Functionality. Furniture for a child should be easy to use.
- Strength. Children's furniture is purchased for long-term use. Therefore, the fastenings, handles, and locks on it must be strong.
- Age appropriate. There should be one set of furniture for infants and another for schoolchildren.
- Environmentally friendly. When purchasing furniture for a children's room, it is recommended to carefully study the quality certificates. Chipboard, plastic, wood, MDF, and cork have a suitable set of characteristics.
- Convenience. Furniture items must be appropriate for the child's height. Purchasing a headset “with a reserve” is economical, but not practical. For a child with a height of 90 cm, the height of the chair should be no more than 20-25 cm, for adult children - up to 70 cm. Manufacturers also offer options with adjustable mechanisms that allow you to raise or lower the object.
- Planning. Organizing areas for study, relaxation, and sleep is easy to do with the help of furniture.
How to choose children's furniture for a sports corner?
Sport is very important for adults, and especially for children. In addition, children cannot always splash out their energy on the street, since the weather is not always, say, “flying” and warm. This is precisely the reason for the need to install a children's sports corner for your baby. If he is still of preschool age, you can buy and install a ladder with a horizontal bar, a small swing, or maybe a climbing wall up to one meter high.
If your boy is already older, then you need to choose a more serious sports complex. In addition, in a girl’s room such a corner would not be superfluous at all, because an active lifestyle has never harmed anyone, and it is also a great way to teach a child to take care of herself from childhood, in addition to leading a healthy lifestyle.
Furniture for a girl's room
Most parents can immediately say that “girls are different.” Not everyone likes four-poster beds and pink frilly curtains. And yet there are main points characteristic of the rooms in which the girls live. Most girls prefer to arrange their toys on open shelves rather than collect them in drawers or boxes. Girls are more diligent and love to be creative; for some, one table for drawing or modeling is not enough; they also need a dining group for tea parties with dolls. Most girls will be delighted with a small imitation of their mother’s kitchen with an improvised stove, sink and storage systems for toy dishes. And it is important not to forget about the spacious wardrobes for the wardrobe of the owner of this entire toy farm. As a rule, girls have a more extensive wardrobe than the younger representatives of the stronger half of humanity, and they need appropriate wardrobes.
It's hard to meet a girl who wouldn't be happy to have a mini-kitchen like this in her room. Work surfaces, storage systems, household appliances and even a sink - everything for the little housewife. The snow-white color palette will successfully fit into any interior, but will look most advantageous against a bright wall.
If the girl's room is small, then it is important to use every opportunity to arrange storage systems. For example, a bed with drawers will allow you to always keep bedding and other accessories for sleeping and relaxing at hand.
Another effective way to rationally use space is to raise the sleeping area to the second level, and in the freed-up area you can arrange storage systems, an area for study or creativity (in this case, make sure there is a sufficient lighting system).
Pay attention to storage systems that do not have hinged doors. The fewer opening and closing devices, closers and other metal elements, the fewer reasons for injury.
White furniture can be an ideal option for small girls' rooms. In asymmetrical spaces located in attics or attics, it is better not to focus attention on the unevenness of the room, bends and nooks. In addition, the white color of the furniture will harmoniously fit into any color scheme of the children's room space.
A metal bed with wrought iron decor will, of course, look more appropriate in a girl’s room. There are models of metal beds on sale with the ability to increase the length, but it is important to remember that when extending the bed, you will need to change the slats and purchase a new mattress.
Transformable children's furniture
Such furniture options are especially relevant, especially for small apartments. With its help, space can be organized very comfortably and rationally. Usually, such furniture options are very easy to transform and even your baby will be able to quickly learn its modifications, and later he will learn to fold or unfold it himself.
Very often, such beds are made with the expectation of different ages of the child. For example, such furniture for a newborn can be provided with a cradle installed directly inside the crib. When the child gets a little older, the bed will be used as a playpen. And thanks to the sidewall, which is lowered, the sleeping place can be used until the child goes to school.
Photos of furniture for a children's room
Manufacturers, together with designers, are constantly developing new furniture that meets the needs of modern children. In the sets you can see combinations of materials, colors, styles. A wooden set with metal fittings looks beautiful.
A children's room is a separate little world in which a child grows, develops and relaxes, and furniture is its most important component. If the models are not only beautiful, but also of high quality, then a boy or girl will always feel comfortable and cozy in the room.
For newborn babies
In this case, the use of black and white colors, as well as other too dark colors, is not recommended. Furniture should be chosen in soft pastel shades. The use of bright accents is recommended. You can make them yourself by decorating the crib with bright stickers.
The issue of furniture reliability is very important, thanks to which you can be calm that the baby will not be damaged, for example, on the same sharp corners. Such a crib must have the option of adjusting the height of the berth.
For newborn children, it is strictly not recommended to choose furniture that has been exposed to paint coatings! After all, when his teeth begin to erupt, he will begin to pull everything he can get into his mouth. And, of course, if he chews the varnish, it can be disastrous for his health! The best option is a crib with sides covered with silicone pads.
In the room where the newborn sleeps, it is appropriate to place a rocking chair. Yes, this is for mom! After all, sometimes there are difficult days, or the child may not fall asleep for a long time, which will require a long time to lull him to sleep, and all the time, standing on his feet, this is very difficult.
How to choose furniture for children of different ages
Correctly selected furniture in the nursery is, first of all, safety for the child. After all, from the moment of birth to adulthood, he constantly develops physically.
For babies
Babies need comfort and warmth. In the first months of life, cradles are suitable for them, since the body is not yet accustomed to the space and the newborn sleeps with its legs tucked to its stomach. After 4-5 months you can purchase a crib. Its base must be strong, not springy. It is recommended to place an orthopedic mattress inside.
By the age of 2-3 years, a child is provided with a single bed. The height must correspond to the height. Side guards are required to prevent falls during sleep. We must not forget about the orthopedic mattress. The design of the furniture should attract the child in order to speed up the process of getting used to the new sleeping place.
For the first six months, there should be a changing table in the room. It can be built into a bed, chest of drawers, or be a stand-alone model. The choice depends on the size of the room.
Starting from the first days of life, the child’s belongings should be stored in a separate locker. Ideal for children's compact furniture with drawers and compartments. You can also add a high chair or a feeding table to the decor. If there is sufficient space in the room, it is possible to install a playpen.
As the child grows, over time, you can organize a play area in the nursery with a table for drawing and a chair or soft ottomans, plush toys or pillows, a house or a tent.
For “night duty” parents, it is advisable to supplement the main set of furniture with a sofa or armchair. In the future, this area for the child will become a meeting place with friends.
Expert opinion
Olga Kovalenko
Since 2010 I have been engaged in interior design and architectural design.
To ensure safety, it is recommended to fasten large objects to the wall or floor.
Furniture for preschoolers
Furnishings for a preschooler should be selected carefully. All items necessary for it in the room should be located at an accessible height. The arrangement of drawers, hanging shelves, cabinets, furniture for sleeping, relaxing and working activities is thought through. It is recommended to identify several functional areas.
It is better to place the bed and toys separately from the educational sector. This will help the child focus on lessons. To prevent him from slouching and getting tired, the height and dimensions of the table must correspond to his height. In order to save money, it is recommended to choose furniture with a tabletop adjustment function.
No less attention should be paid to the chair. Preferred options are those with a rigid back that follows the contour of the spine. It fits snugly to the body, allowing you to do your homework tirelessly for long hours.
Expert opinion
Olga Kovalenko
Since 2010 I have been engaged in interior design and architectural design.
In the children's room, it is recommended to install open shelving, cabinets, and modular systems with drawers around the work area for storing stationery, textbooks, and notebooks.
The bed should be comfortable, with a curved base, a soft headboard and an orthopedic mattress. The design is discreet, selected according to the requirements and tastes of the child.
In the play area you can place a mini basketball or tennis court, and upholstered furniture in the relaxation area.
We must not forget about the spacious closet. It stores personal belongings and uniforms. It is important to choose a model with high-quality fittings, strong door holders, and limiters on retractable systems.
Furniture options for teenagers
Older children are picky about their surroundings. Therefore, the interior of a teenager’s nursery will have to be created taking into account his tastes. Furniture should be stylish and functional. The sets are similar to standard bedroom sets, but with adjustments for the child’s height. The most preferred design options: modern, classic, pop art, modern, Scandinavian.
The length of a teenager’s bed should be 2 m. If the space does not allow you to buy such a model, you can purchase a transforming one. It can be unfolded for bedtime and assembled during the day.
Teenagers are forced to spend several hours studying, so a desk is required in their room. You can install shelves, niches, and cabinets above it. They are necessary for storing office supplies, accessories, books, and notebooks. It is recommended to place a chest of drawers or a cabinet for work accessories on the side of the table.
You can’t do without a wardrobe for clothes. The permissible height is from 180 cm. Its internal space should be spacious and comfortable. Various storage system options are welcome. Cabinet furniture that matches the overall design will also fit into such a nursery.
Furniture for preschoolers
At this age, children are the most curious. They become more independent and uncontrollably interested in everything, which is why they climb wherever possible.
It is important to be sure that the furniture is securely installed, especially if it has drawers.
It is also extremely undesirable to have sharp corners, as well as glass and mirror surfaces.
Furniture for schoolchildren
For this age, it is extremely important to design the work area, which should in no way distract the child from his activities. At the same time, it should be interesting so that the child still has the desire to sit down and do his homework.
At this age, there is also still a risk of injury, which is why the choice of furniture should include the same precautions as for preschoolers.
Considering that schoolchildren, as a rule, already have certain hobbies and interests, furniture can be selected in accordance with them.
Main varieties
A children's room is unthinkable without appropriate furniture, which should be selected taking into account individual preferences and the characteristics of the room. Despite the variability of design, all childhood interiors are distinguished by bright colors and unusual shapes. Depending on the interests of the future owner, the theme and color palette may change.
If it is not possible to provide the child with a whole room, you can select a “children’s corner” in the apartment and create a comfortable area for study, sleep and relaxation.
Modular
Apartment layouts or other circumstances do not always allow placing a full-fledged set with free-standing items in the nursery. Modular systems have become a real find, which make it possible to combine several different functional purposes in one item. For example, there may be a wardrobe above the bed, and drawers for linen under it. The advantages of such systems include:
- the opportunity to significantly save space in the room;
- functionality;
- the ability to individually select elements;
- various designs.
The disadvantage is the inability to break the finished system into separate components. The modular children's furniture package includes a wide range of elements that can be combined in color and size. This allows you to select a set to suit the parameters of the room and in accordance with the needs of the child. The main list includes systems for storing clothes (wardrobes of different sizes with rods and drawers), a student desk and a bed for sleeping. If the design allows, and there is a desire, shelves for books, a ladder with additional storage drawers, or a built-in second bed can be added. To choose the optimally suitable system, you need to determine the set of blocks that should be included in the set, then compare the dimensions of the room with the dimensions of the model of interest and decide how well its design fits with the rest of the interior.
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Cabinet furniture is called furniture, the basis of which is a rigid structure, or body. It is traditionally made from hard materials. The children's set must correspond to the age and height of the little owner. Most of the options offered by modern manufacturers are equipped with height adjustment mechanisms. This makes it possible to use the furniture for a long period of time, as children grow very quickly.
The main advantage of cabinet furniture over modular furniture is the possibility of rearrangement. This means that if you move or change the interior, the set can be used in a new environment. When other pieces of furniture appear, the design of the nursery will not be affected - it is much easier to rearrange individual elements. The main disadvantage is that the designs take up a lot of space in the room and are not as functional.
Gaming
Childhood is a time of discovery, where everyone wants to try themselves in different roles. Play furniture for children promotes the development of creative thinking and allows them to “try on” different professions in the form of entertainment. It differs from functional items in size as well as colors, adding bright colors and variety to the room. The most common modifications are:
- dressing table with mirror for little fashionistas;
- Swedish wall with horizontal bar for young athletes;
- plastic slide;
- items for playing store with counter and cash register;
- railway or rally;
- Dollhouse.
The most unusual designer children's furniture has the shape of a royal castle, carriage or ship. Sometimes it includes built-in play pieces, such as a backlit tree painted on the wall, complemented by shelves, or hanging ropes with a nautical theme. Considering the popularity of gadgets among children, such furniture is especially useful. It allows you not only to save children's vision, but also helps to move more, communicate with friends and develop imagination.
Not all furniture suits boys and girls equally. Young ladies will love the theme, in which everyone will feel like a princess, for example, a set in the form of a white or pink castle. Little tomboys will be happy to “try on” the role of a pirate in the interior with a set in the form of a ship. If for preschool children and elementary school students the main role is played by the shape of the furniture, then teenagers will more appreciate unusual functions, for example, if the bed rises up, freeing up significant space in the room. The lower element can be decorated with designer facades or drawings.
Soft
One of the simplest ways to fill a room with coziness is to use upholstered furniture. Children's rooms where it is present look especially cute, conducive to relaxation. It will be a nice place to relax after studying, watch TV or read. Most often, for the needs of a child, they purchase:
- sofa;
- armchair;
- poof.
Designers advise not to overload the room with unnecessary elements, so it is advisable to give preference to only one of the above options. The upholstery should be made of dense fabric with a natural composition. The frame is made of wood, chipboard or plywood. High-density polyurethane foam is used as a filler so that the product does not press through and lasts a long time.
When choosing upholstered furniture for a children's room, you should give preference to functional models, such as a transforming chair. At night, the child can use it to sleep, and if guests arrive, turn it into a comfortable place to sit. A good option for a child’s room would also be a double folding sofa with an orthopedic mattress: when folded it leaves enough free space for games, when unfolded it provides a spacious sleeping area. The advantage of such models is their versatility of use. The disadvantage may be the fragility of the structure if it is not made in good faith, so the choice of upholstered furniture for a child should be based on the range of trusted manufacturers.
Characteristics of furniture for newborns, tips for choosing
Thematic
A separate variety are thematic furniture options for a children's room. As a rule, these are modular or cabinet headsets, stylized in a certain way. To emphasize the focus, pictures of popular animation or movie characters are placed on the façade. The most popular topics:
- Disney princesses;
- Marvel Universe;
- floral ornaments;
- automotive theme;
- animal world.
Traditionally, the facades of children's furniture are painted in basic stylistically appropriate colors, and thematic stickers are attached to the surface. If prints are applied, for example, in the form of the little mermaid Ariel, Rapunzel or Elsa from the cartoon “Frozen,” it is better to choose pink or white as the base color. For boys, red and blue children's furniture with a spider-man print is suitable. Car-shaped beds with rubber wheels and glowing headlights are also a popular option.
Furniture for a teenager
It is very important to take into account the child’s taste. If he doesn’t like the design of the room, he will feel completely uncomfortable here. Because of this, he may spend a minimum of time not only in his room, but even at home. Even if you are not at all satisfied with his taste and preference, find a compromise solution.
Furniture for teenagers is already more reminiscent of “adult options”. However, it fits his small stature.
For almost every teenager, how they look is very important. Therefore, it is worth installing a closet with mirrors on the door or doors. And if you have a girl, then you can even set up a real girl’s boudoir table! It would be very original and stylish to decorate a teenager’s room with a hanging chair option.
Gender of the child and choice of furniture
Furniture for girls
Any girl will be a woman in the future. And all women, starting from a very young age, need a large and spacious closet. After all, there can be a lot of outfits and they all need to fit somewhere. It is also very important to have a full-length mirror.
The most popular colors for interior decoration for girls are: pink and yellow, lilac, white or beige. You can use not too intrusive floral design motifs. If we talk about choosing a style, the most interesting options will be: classic, Provence, Mediterranean style, Shabby chic.
Boy's furniture
It is very important to design a corner for sports here. You can use colors such as green, blue, terracotta. The theme can be sports, computer, racing, space, nautical. Loft, Hi-Tech or the same classic style is most suitable.
Two same-sex children
They may have combined functional areas. So, for example, install a bunk bed, divide the closet into 2 equal parts, and make the play area common.
Two children of different sexes
Each of them should have at least a little of their own space. So, it is better to make beds and wardrobes separate, and the area for games and homework can be combined.
Children's furniture to order
There may also be situations when you have taken a closer look at some furniture options, but the price for it does not suit you at all. It may be that you liked a certain version of the closet, but due to its dimensions being too large, or maybe just a little, it simply cannot fit in the room. But in such cases there is no need to despair. After all, any furniture today can be ordered, and it will be made based on the dimensions that you need. For inspiration, look at our photos!
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Furniture for a boy's room
There are certain stereotypes that parents often follow when preparing a children's room. They will probably never stop decorating a boy’s nursery in blue and blue tones. But there is nothing wrong with this if the child himself likes these colors, besides, almost all shades of blue calm the emotions of little tomboys. Most boys prefer active games, so the furniture must meet all the requirements for strength and wear resistance. The functionality of furniture comes to the fore. But, ultimately, only parents know the temperament of their baby, his preferences, habits, and hobbies. Based on this knowledge and the information that the child will share with you, you will need to decide which pieces of furniture to focus on - purchase boxes for storing countless sets of construction sets, an easel for drawing or a comfortable table for creativity, or maybe you should think about purchasing a gymnastics wall , barbells with rings and trapeze?
In boys' rooms, both in decoration and furniture, the themes of the child's favorite comics, travel, various transport, and some sports that the boy gravitates to are often played out. If a child, for example, is interested in space, astronomy, or traveling on spaceships, then the furniture can be chosen with a steel paint finish. Slightly shiny surfaces can imitate the environment of a space shuttle or rocket.
Such modules, which combine both a sleeping area and various storage systems, have many pros and cons. Among the obvious advantages are the compact design and, as a result, rational use of space. Children love places like this to relax and sleep. Your own house, and even by the window - what could be better? But for parents, such modules mean that after two or three years, when the child has grown so much that he no longer fits in the bed, they will have to completely re-equip the module or buy new furniture.
Open shelves, a kind of cells in which you can install plastic boxes or containers, are becoming a very practical piece of furniture for many children's rooms. Such storage systems are especially relevant for those who like to build with construction sets, assemble and play other games that involve many small parts. In the future, when the child grows up and toys fade into the background, the containers can be used for sports equipment or moved to the pantry, and the shelves can be converted into bookcases.
