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he possibilities are endless when it comes to designing a room for little ones. Neutral schemes enhance a peaceful ambience and allow for that essential good night’s sleep, while bold and bright palettes give a sense of adventure and develop a creative mind. Teenagers need a grown-up haven that won’t feel juvenile, while younger children will want a sense of fun in their room. Experts in children’s decor, Dragons of Walton Street, reveals there has been an increase in demand for a more sophisticated look when it comes to colourways, with muted colours being on-trend. Creative director, Lucinda Croft, says: “We still use shades children find stimulating, like pinks, blues and oranges, but mute them slightly to create a calm room conducive to sleep. Pairing these with warm oatmeal shades or light greys makes a space parents can really enjoy, too, and ensures longevity of the design.” Long gone are the days when blue was for just boys and pink for girls, with children being increasingly sophisticated in their choices, as well as leaning towards typically adult colourways. Consider soft sage, turquoise blue or an all-white palette for walls, enhanced with pops of colour with accessories. Charlotte Cosby, head of creative at Farrow & Ball, gives her expertise: “Neutral shades are an excellent choice for a nursery – as well as creating
“We still use shades children find stimulating, like pinks, blues and oranges”
a calming environment, they make a versatile backdrop for changing interests. A great way to introduce nuances of colour to an otherwise neutral scheme is to use a bold shade on the woodwork. As well as adding a decorative element to a room, it makes the walls feel lighter.” Using wallpaper on a statement wall is an easy way to add personality to a room and can easily be updated as the child grows. From the huge map wall murals from Wall Sauce (ideal for study areas in bedrooms) to the modern, monochrome line-drawing wallpapers from Bobby Rabbit, the latest designs are unisex and appeal to youngsters and older kids, alike. Teenage boys are often short-changed when it comes to choices for room decor, but no doubt many will like the urban appeal of the black-and-white illustrated designs available at Goga Goga.
Previous page Solid yellow shutters, prices vary, California Shutters Top Map mural, from £27 per m², Wall Sauce Above Black Panther wallpaper, £75 per roll, Bobby Rabbit Right De Nimes, £46.50 per 2.5L, Farrow & Ball Far right, top Story Time Up, Up & Away fabric, £25 per m, Iliv Far right, bottom Flamingo wallpaper, £99 per roll, Goga Goga
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