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Traditional Playroom Ideas and Designs

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Restoration Hardware Style Home
Restoration Hardware Style Home
Mullet CabinetMullet Cabinet
Jim Celuch
Traditional playroom in Cleveland.
Traditional Kids
Traditional Kids
Design ideas for a classic playroom for girls in Cincinnati with carpet and multi-coloured walls.
SM Ranch House
SM Ranch House
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
Photo of a large classic gender neutral playroom in Salt Lake City with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Southern-Style Traditional
Southern-Style Traditional
Sheila Mayden InteriorsSheila Mayden Interiors
WE Studio Photography
Design ideas for an expansive classic kids' bedroom for girls in Seattle with grey walls, carpet and beige floors.
Brooklyn Brownstone
Brooklyn Brownstone
Nicole Gibbons Studio LLCNicole Gibbons Studio LLC
David Land
This is an example of a traditional gender neutral playroom in New York with white walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Playroom: Inspiring Creative Play
Playroom: Inspiring Creative Play
Jennifer Gardner DesignJennifer Gardner Design
The goal for this light filled finished attic was to create a play space where two young boys could nurture and develop their creative and imaginative selves. A neutral tone was selected for the walls as a foundation for the bright pops of color added in furnishings, area rug and accessories throughout the room. We took advantage of the room’s interesting angles and created a custom chalk board that followed the lines of the ceiling. Magnetic circles from Land of Nod add a playful pop of color and perfect spot for magnetic wall play. A ‘Space Room’ behind the bike print fabric curtain is a favorite hideaway with a glow in the dark star filled ceiling and a custom litebrite wall. Custom Lego baseplate removable wall boards were designed and built to create a Flexible Lego Wall. The family was interested in the concept of a Lego wall but wanted to keep the space flexible for the future. The boards (designed by Jennifer Gardner Design) can be moved to the floor for Lego play and then easily hung back on the wall with a cleat system to display their 3-dimensional Lego creations! This room was great fun to design and we hope it will provide creative and imaginative play inspiration in the years to come! Designed by: Jennifer Gardner Design Photography by: Marcella Winspear
New England Estate
New England Estate
BWArchitectsBWArchitects
Photo: Bilyana Dimitrova Photography ©2004
Design ideas for a traditional playroom in New York.
Bellagio Place
Bellagio Place
Cynthia Marks - InteriorsCynthia Marks - Interiors
This is an example of a classic gender neutral playroom in Los Angeles with green walls and multi-coloured floors.
Wines Neighborhood Primary Bathroom & Interior Transformation
Wines Neighborhood Primary Bathroom & Interior Transformation
Forward Design Build RemodelForward Design Build Remodel
Our client’s goal was to work on some of the remaining spaces of the home that had not yet been remodeled to the aesthetic of the homeowners. They were seeking a more cohesive design element throughout the home and were very much in need of more functional spaces with better storage. By eliminating the built-in tub in the primary bathroom we were able to expand the footprint of the shower to the limits of the skylight for a sinuous transition. We added a tall storage cabinet for bath items, linens and also the concealed housing for the steam shower components. The vanity was extended to the window for more storage and a second sink making the shared space much more enjoyable. The high end finishes of marble, quarter sawn white oak, and terracotta tiles helped elevate the feel of the space to be in line with the rest of the primary suite. In the basement, finishing out some of the unfinished space with bright, clean, and low maintenance finishes helped to expand the livable footprint of the basement and created the perfect opportunity for a very fun “tiny house”. This, along with an updated and fully finished living space, created a very inviting and comfortable family space for adults and children to enjoy together. The laundry room turned out beautifully with a soft and interesting palette. We utilized every corner of the room to facilitate laundry basket storage, a fold-down folding table, open and closet storage and hidden hanging rod for drying clothes.
Belterra Project- Furnishings, Light Fixtures & Interior Design
Belterra Project- Furnishings, Light Fixtures & Interior Design
Haven Design and ConstructionHaven Design and Construction
Our clients desired a fun and whimsical space for their boys playroom, but wanted it to be gender neutral for possible future children. We started with this fun map of the world wallpaper mural and designed a custom built in storage bench beneath it to easily tuck toys away. A custom bench seat cushion and bright throw pillows make it a cozy spot to curl up with a book. Custom bookshelves hold lots of favorite kids books, while a chalk board wall encourages fun and imagination. A play table and bright red chairs tie into the red bench pillows. Finally, a fun striped play tent completes the space and a woven chandelier adds the finishing touch.
Sensorylicious!
Sensorylicious!
Smart PlayroomsSmart Playrooms
This is an example of a medium sized traditional gender neutral kids' bedroom in New York with white walls, laminate floors, grey floors, a coffered ceiling and wood walls.
Dog Time Playroom
Dog Time Playroom
Laura Lee HomeLaura Lee Home
For a canine loving family, a dog themed playroom was the logical choice. With two boys and a girl, the gender neutral theme works for all of the kids. The large stainless steel table and tufted banquette provide a place for snacks and family game night. Decorative awnings were created with a colorful abstracted fabric in orange, yellow, white, and lavender. Double doors open to a covered second floor porch overlooking a green space.
Urban Farmhouse
Urban Farmhouse
Brianna Michelle Interior DesignBrianna Michelle Interior Design
Inspiration for a classic gender neutral kids' bedroom in Orlando with white walls, carpet and blue floors.
Playroom
Playroom
Stuart M. Jones Custom Homes, Inc.Stuart M. Jones Custom Homes, Inc.
Stuart Jones Photography
Photo of a traditional gender neutral kids' bedroom in Raleigh with grey walls and light hardwood flooring.
Lake Minnetonka New Construction
Lake Minnetonka New Construction
Vivid Interior Design - Danielle LovenVivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven
Landmark Photography
This is an example of a large classic gender neutral kids' bedroom in Minneapolis with beige walls and carpet.
Argyle Crescent
Argyle Crescent
Riemco Design + BuildRiemco Design + Build
Elizabeth Wight, E.Wight Photo
This is an example of a medium sized classic gender neutral kids' bedroom in Detroit with green walls and medium hardwood flooring.
NJ Country House - Modern Farmhouse Playroom / Craft Room
NJ Country House - Modern Farmhouse Playroom / Craft Room
Curated NestCurated Nest
Playroom & craft room: We transformed a large suburban New Jersey basement into a farmhouse inspired, kids playroom and craft room. Kid-friendly custom millwork cube and bench storage was designed to store ample toys and books, using mixed wood and metal materials for texture. The vibrant, gender-neutral color palette stands out on the neutral walls and floor and sophisticated black accents in the art, mid-century wall sconces, and hardware. Bold color midcentury chairs and a scalloped wallpaper invite creativity to the craft room, and the addition of a teepee to the play area was the perfect, fun finishing touch! This kids space is adjacent to an open-concept family-friendly media room, which mirrors the same color palette and materials with a more grown-up look. See the full project to view media room. Photo Credits: Erin Coren, Curated Nest Interiors
Gold Coast High Rise Condo Renovation
Gold Coast High Rise Condo Renovation
MAWCHICAGO1 LLCMAWCHICAGO1 LLC
Traditional gender neutral playroom in Chicago with black walls, carpet and grey floors.
2016 Parade Home Highland
2016 Parade Home Highland
Carrick Custom Home DesignCarrick Custom Home Design
Custom Home Design by Joe Carrick Design. Built by Highland Custom Homes. Photography by Nick Bayless Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional gender neutral kids' bedroom in Salt Lake City with white walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Vestavia Basement
Vestavia Basement
ELM Construction LLCELM Construction LLC
The homeowners were ready to renovate this basement to add more living space for the entire family. Before, the basement was used as a playroom, guest room and dark laundry room! In order to give the illusion of higher ceilings, the acoustical ceiling tiles were removed and everything was painted white. The renovated space is now used not only as extra living space, but also a room to entertain in. Photo Credit: Natan Shar of BHAMTOURS

Traditional Playroom Ideas and Designs

When it comes to kids rooms we often let our design hearts run wild and go for the most fun, bright and engaging decoration we can think of. However, practicality and versatility when choosing traditional furnishings and decor will ensure that your kids room grows with your child, allowing for updates and replacements without a complete overhaul. Whether you’re looking for girls’ bedroom ideas, ideas for a teenager’s room or playroom ideas, there's a huge range of traditional kids room photos with all sorts of kids’ bedroom designs, furniture and decorating ideas to help you plan your own decorating project.

How do I design a traditional kid’s bedroom?

A child’s bedroom is his or her personal space, where they feel safe and let their imaginations run riot. The room should be fully optimised for play, sleep and study and to that end you want to invest in a good child’s bed, a desk and versatile storage. Vertical use of space, such as a bunk bed over a desk, is a great solution and will further enhance the sense of your child having their own private den. Flood the room with colour, graphic prints and playful details, leaving the design and layout versatile for future changes. Children’s bedroom furniture is an investment so get these to last – opt for full-sized wardrobes and beds, with plenty of additional clothes and toy storage.

What traditional girls’ bedroom and boys’ bedroom ideas are there?

Both girls’ and boys’ bedroom ideas are usually based around certain colours and sometimes it can be tempting to avoid choosing one colour theme to contradict cliches. However, adding your child’s favourite colour with accessories is a great way to keep decor flexible and facilitate any transitions – your daughter may grow out of her rose-tinted glasses, and it’ll be easier to swap out a fuchsia lamp and some wall stickers than a pink sofa and pink walls. The same goes for boys’ bedrooms too; don’t be afraid to add blue colours if that’s what they like, but try to base the decor around their preferences with toys, activities and books, rather than going for stereotypical colours and accessories, and try to keep more permanent features (walls, floor and large furniture) fairly neutral.

How do I design a traditional bedroom for more than one child?

To bunk or not to bunk? That is the question (provided your children are six and above). Bunk beds for kids are a common choice for good reason, as both a space-saver that leaves room for play as well as being a structure that children seem to love (there’s something about those ladders). However, bunk beds also set the scene for all kinds of mischief, so safety is an important consideration. If floor space is an option, then twin beds afford the opportunity to section the room so each child has a space that they can call their own, something that might be necessary if you’re having to combine a girl’s bedroom and boy’s bedroom all in one. Again, this is an opportunity to make the furniture last past childhood – twin beds can also be recycled as guest beds at a later date.

How do I decorate a traditional playroom?

Storage is probably the first thing you’ll want to think about when looking at traditional playroom ideas – toys, books, games, DVDs, pens, pencils, paper and all sorts of fun facilitators will probably feature in your playroom so they’ll all need a place to be stored. Large storage units are often a great idea and they could include built in desks for drawing, writing and hopefully homework. If you can’t get one built in, then consider adding a series of shelves or bookcases; open shelves will make your playroom brighter and more fun instead of hiding colourful toys away in cupboards, anyway. Then it’s time for the real fun – you could add a tepee, TV, playhouse, play mat or lots of squishy chairs and sofas, depending on what your children like to do with their play time. In terms of colour schemes, you’ll usually find that with the collection of toys, games and books in the room, it can’t help but be bright and colourful, so you could keep the walls and floors fairly neutral to highlight this. Or you could pick out one theme and run with it – add a feature wall, wall stickers, posters and cushions, all with similar motifs. Whatever you do, you can take inspiration from the playroom ideas featured in the photos on Houzz. Save your favourites to an ideabook and use them to inspire your playroom, kids or teen bedroom design.
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