Children's Decor & Furniture

Welcome to the Children's Decorating Style, where you will discover an exquisite range of quality tables, chairs, furniture and decorating accessories to create a unique Children's look.

Children's rooms provide the opportunity to have some decorating fun, and show off the creativity in us all. Whilst it is important that the style essentially blends with the rest of the house, it is a special interior that should also reflect the interests of the child. Their rooms function on many levels-they are a space in which children sleep, spend quiet time, carry out many activities, play and entertain friends. The challenge is in incorporating these functions into a safe, comfortable, age-appropriate room that is beautiful, creative and flexible.

Colour is really dependant on the style of your home, the age of the child and most likely, what your child decides they would like. There are no rules here. Themed styling of the room is one way to determine colour choices. Many children will think safari, rainforest, superheroes, ocean, sugar and spice or fairies, but children's rooms can also incorporate the home's interior style and colour palette, whether it be Indian, French Country, Contemporary and so on. The choice is a matter of personal preference.

Furnishing a child's room requires selecting pieces that are adaptable, sturdy and long-lasting, A large armoire adds a touch of French Country charm as well as providing flexible storage space over the years. Light wood stains in beds, desks and shelving tend to show less knocks and age-marks, as well as keeping the scheme warm and light. White painted furniture is timeless and creates a casual, restful mood, as well as providing the perfect foil for pastels or bold colour. Trunks make ideal storage boxes to help keep the room less cluttered and provide extra seating. Think small scale children's sized furniture on less expensive items such as chairs or stools which are available in a range of beautiful adult styles and finishes. Bed linen and cushions are invaluable and affordable accessories to change the look of your child's room, either picking up on an existing style or establishing a new one. Fabrics should be versatile, robust and simple, with patterns repeated in other items in the room.

Have fun accessorizing the room with specific decor styles in mind, such as handicrafts made from recycled materials for an African theme, or shells and driftwood for a coastal interior. Children love to fill their rooms with their own craft and artwork, so incorporate an oversized pinboard and frame some of their favourite pieces to display on the walls. Rugs are another economical accessory that provide colourful accents and lively interest for the floor. Much time is spent at this level, so ensure that your rug is soft and hard-wearing. Finish the interior with lamps that complement the decor in terms of colour and style.