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8 Toddler Room Ideas That Kids and Grownups Alike Will Enjoy

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Michelle Ullman
Michelle Ullman
Michelle Ullman
Michelle is a commerce editor covering home improvement, landscaping, and tools. She has been writing about home decor for over 10 years for publications like BobVila.com and Better Homes & Gardens, among others.
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Updated on 01/21/22
Simple kids' room with toys spread throughout and rubber tree in corner

The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto

Creating a space for your little one to play and grow can and should be a fun experience. That said, it can also be a challenging one. After all, a beautiful, functional room that your child will love both now and for years to come is a pretty tall order!

Need a little advice? We’ve got you covered. This useful round up of swoon-worthy kids’ rooms and pro decorating tips is designed to help you identify your child’s current wants and future needs, allowing you to strike that all-important balance between practical and downright adorable. Whether you’re starting from scratch or hoping to improve upon an existing space, you’re certain to find a healthy dose of inspiration here!

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    Double Up on Storage.

    Kid's closet with double rails
    The Pink Dream

    From their toys, games, and books to their ever-changing wardrobes in multiple sizes, kids come with a lot of stuff.

    Need help corralling the clutter? Hooks, wall-hugging book rails, under-the-bed storage crates, and furniture with built-in storage are great options and can double your storage space.

    Installing a second rail in your kiddo’s closet, as demonstrated by this little one's enviable double closet from The Pink Dream, is also an easy way to expand your storage potential.

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    Incorporate Pattern and Texture

    Gender-neutral, monochrome kids room
    Winter and Daisy

    Wondering what makes the kids’ rooms you see on Pinterest look so, well, Pin-worthy? Careful use of pattern and texture likely has a lot to do with it.

    The beautiful and yet often-neglected stepsisters of color, these important decorating tools are a professional designer’s secret weapon and can take a room from blah to breathtaking with just a few added elements.

    This beautiful black-and-white nursery from Winter and Daisy is a perfect example, using a power combo of rich, textural layers and bold, graphic pattern to create a well-balanced and visually interesting space without any color at all.

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    Give Them a Space to Get Away From It All

    Reading nook

    Linemerete / Instagram

    We all need to get away from time to time. A reading nook is an excellent place for some quality alone time and has the added benefit of encouraging your little one to curl up with a good book!

    This cozy corner, spotted on Instagram, has everything you need to spend a rainy day indoors. Catch a quiet moment by yourself or invite a friend. There’s even room for cuddles!