ROOM RECIPE
THESE SIMPLE DESIGN INGREDIENTS ARE ALL YOU NEED TO CREATE AN INSPIRING YET RESTFUL SLEEP SPACE. TAKE A LOOK AT OUR TIPS FOR A SCHEME TO TAKE THEM FROM TODDLER TO TEEN
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1. BUILT-IN BED
A built-in bed is ideal for rooms with limited floor space, as you can make the most of the room’s height and add built-in storage below. Hanging curtains will turn it into a cosy den for younger children, or give older kids a sense of privacy. Avoid characterfeatured bedding and instead go for something with a pop of colour or a bold pattern.
Bed made from Metod base units, from £35 each; Maximera drawers, from £32 each, both Ikea
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2.STUDY STATION
Give them a dedicated spot for doodling, crafting and for older kids, homework, so you can confine the chaos to one place, as well as free up the kitchen table. Choose a plain desk with some storage built in, like a couple of drawers or a cubby space for keeping colouring books and stationery.
Fargo desk in Pure White, £275, Little Folks Furniture
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3.WALL ART
Bring some personality into the room with prints in matching frames. Opt for colourful animals, geometrics or simple motifs and hang them in pairs or sets of three for the most pleasing arrangement. Alternatively, a picture ledge looks great displaying a few framed pieces of your little ones’ own artwork.
Framed prints, from £28 each, Abstract House
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4.BLACKOUT BLIND
Those with sleep-averse youngsters will know the importance of a blackout blind at bedtime. If your windows allow for it, fit a roller blind inside the recess to ensure a snug fit tha
