If you have kids or they’re on the horizon, a play room or space to call their own can be a great outlet for your child’s creative energy. Below are images of spaces we’ve designed for kids with a list of 12 ways to create successful areas for children in your home.

1. Ask the kids for their ideas

2. Create pieces that non-specifically encourage imagination

3. Design for a few years older than they are, so the space can grow with them

4. Use complex colors AND basic colors

5. Use durable but comforting materials

6. Hide storage in clever ways

7. Avoid potential finger pinching doors or drawer closings

8. Use the ceiling too!!

9. Hide a surprise - anything unexpected can promote creativity

10. Makes comfortable places to read or play with the whole family

11. Have LOTS of windows. Research suggests that natural light boosts mood & cognitive skills

12. Think like a child & have fun with it!