Expecting a baby? Decorating and pulling-together a nursery is a labor of love, but it can be tough to choose a distinct theme for your space. Whether you have a boy or a girl, try some fun and unique ideas to give your baby's nursery its own personal and modern flair.
Some contemporary – and cool- ideas for your child's nursery include:
Wall Décor
Do something amazing with the walls and windows- without compromising the surfaces of your home. For instance, use crafting wall graphics to animate and adorn the walls and windows, without jeopardizing the paint or sheetrock; use vinyl window decals to create whimsy without blocking your view outside. Plus, window clings can obscure the view inside your home and prevent passers-by from looking into your child's room.
Three-in-One Crib
Choose furniture that will grow with your child, such as three-in-one cribs that morph into toddler beds and full-size twin beds later. These can be altered to change sizes, which makes it an investment that your child can use until they are a teen. If you decide you no longer want to use the crib as a twin-sized bed, convert it to a sentimental day bed for any room of your home.
Storage Ideas
Whether the nursery is large and lofty or small and cozy, you will need some clever storage ideas for all of your baby's stuff. Consider short ladders lined with soft bins or floating shelves that take advantage of vertical space.
Sitting Space
You will be spending more time in the nursery than you may realize; why not set-up a small sitting area for adults and visitors? This may include a comfy couch or pair of relaxed chairs, and an accent table. You may find that this is your favorite place to sit and relax while you watch your baby sleep.
Unconventional Colors
Try to choose unique and unconventional color schemes, like chocolate brown and teal or silver and yellow for your child's nursery. Don't get trapped with gender-restrictive colors like pink or blue; choose something that can be used and enjoyed by any child, for years to come.
Eco-Friendly Decor
Look for eco-friendly items, including environmentally-conscious bedding, like organic cotton or bamboo, and second-hand items that embrace the concept of recycling. Instill the need to be aware of the world's resources at an early age.
Try these ideas to create a cool and contemporary nursery that any child will thrive in. Visit crafting stores and sites to find what you need for walls, windows, storage solutions, and accents to pull-off your ideal vision. Construct a room that will grow with your child and that reflects your own personal style.