5 Tips For Creating a Kid-Friendly Yet Stylish Home
Decorating your home with stylish and antique furniture with 3 to 5-year-olds running around feels like mopping ground amidst a flood. With kids at home, you always have to be on your toes either to save your pricey belongings from them or save them from getting hit by the huge cupboard. To create kid-friendly interiors, it's crucial to choose durable materials and safe furnishings so you can be on top of home aesthetics and safety for your kid
Tips to Create Kid-Friendly Yet Stylish Interiors
Designing a kid-friendly home that harbours a personal style is about balancing practicality and visual aesthetics. We reached out to our expert, Mandeep Ratra, Partner and Studio Director, Hivemind Design LLP to get some tips to create a perfect space for kids and here’s what we got:
Prioritising durable and stylish materials
Upholstery that uses stain-resistant fabrics like performance velvet or leather that are chic and easy to clean can be prioritised. Similarly, opting for durable flooring like luxury vinyl planks, engineered hardwood, or large area rugs with washable materials can be effective.
Using multi-functional furniture
Selecting storage integrated pieces like ottomans, benches, or coffee tables with hidden storage can help minimise clutter. Incorporating convertible furniture, such as bunk beds, fold-out desks, or extendable dining tables, can ensure you save space and offer flexibility.
Opting for a playful but cohesive palette
Spaces could be tied together by choosing a neutral base and adding pops of colour to elevate the space with throw pillows, rugs, or art. This helps change the look and feel of the space as your kids grow.
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Designating spaces for children
To de-clutter the space and ensure a consistent design language across the residence, you can create areas specifically for children, be it a reading nook, craft corner, or play area, and define them with rugs, shelves, or wall decals. Using portable storage bins for toys is also a good option.
Prioritising safety in design
Try choosing furniture with rounded edges or using corner protectors for sharp corners. Also, anchor all the heavy furniture to the walls, keeping fragile items out of reach.
Apply these tips to create a safe haven for your kids that also looks stylish enough to attract eyeballs.
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