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Kids' Bedroom Mess Doing Your Head In?
These cooler than cool storage ideas will keep things tidier – no threats or bribes required
While cupboards and drawers will always have their place as a storage solution, when it comes to kids’ bedrooms, why not think outside the box? Or in the box? Or attach the box to the wall… These original, vibrant and effective ways to keep kids’ bedrooms tidier will take the headache away for you, and make it far easier for your kids to keep their things in order. And, with a little forethought, kids will discover that tidying up the mess can be just as fun as making it!
2. Magic cupboard
The design of a typical wardrobe wastes plenty of space for a young child, so a collection of wall-mounted boxes are both attractive and functional. The essentials – favourite toys, books and shoes – are easy to reach, while other elements can be accessed with parental help. And if things get a little messy, the door can magically hide everything until morning!
The design of a typical wardrobe wastes plenty of space for a young child, so a collection of wall-mounted boxes are both attractive and functional. The essentials – favourite toys, books and shoes – are easy to reach, while other elements can be accessed with parental help. And if things get a little messy, the door can magically hide everything until morning!
3. Throw it all in
A daybed is a favourite element – well loved by everyone from toddlers to teens. It also doubles as a handy storage unit. Here, the daybed, pull-out drawer and desk is beautifully integrated, minimising mess.
A daybed is a favourite element – well loved by everyone from toddlers to teens. It also doubles as a handy storage unit. Here, the daybed, pull-out drawer and desk is beautifully integrated, minimising mess.
4. Dump it and run
Youngsters have busy lives and these big storage boxes in timber veneer give quick, easy access to must-have toys. And when playtime is over, it only takes a matter of minutes to shove all the toys back in the boxes and have a nice tidy room. The concept is well thought out by the Watershed Design team. As the child grows, the units can be removed and replaced with a desk – in timber veneer, of course.
Youngsters have busy lives and these big storage boxes in timber veneer give quick, easy access to must-have toys. And when playtime is over, it only takes a matter of minutes to shove all the toys back in the boxes and have a nice tidy room. The concept is well thought out by the Watershed Design team. As the child grows, the units can be removed and replaced with a desk – in timber veneer, of course.
5. Bedhead built-ins
When designing a bedroom, the common notion is to position a bed against the back wall. But perhaps it’s time for a rethink. Designing a storage unit behind the bed, doubling as a bedhead, makes books and accessories easy to find. This unit also provides a handy nook to display pretty photos and objects.
When designing a bedroom, the common notion is to position a bed against the back wall. But perhaps it’s time for a rethink. Designing a storage unit behind the bed, doubling as a bedhead, makes books and accessories easy to find. This unit also provides a handy nook to display pretty photos and objects.
6. Colour-coordinated wall storage
Why hide toys away when everything from books and boardgames to furry toys and sci-fi paraphernalia can create a colourful display. Add plastic storage boxes for smaller pieces, such as Lego and jigsaws and if the shelves are still too messy for your liking, opt for doors on some of the shelving units.
Why hide toys away when everything from books and boardgames to furry toys and sci-fi paraphernalia can create a colourful display. Add plastic storage boxes for smaller pieces, such as Lego and jigsaws and if the shelves are still too messy for your liking, opt for doors on some of the shelving units.
7. Hidden storage on wheels
To make a child’s bedroom look finished, the trick is having storage units built in, rather than freestanding. These units are cleverly designed – open shelves for books, toys and knick-knacks are on display, while a wheeled unit is perfect to hide away larger items.
To make a child’s bedroom look finished, the trick is having storage units built in, rather than freestanding. These units are cleverly designed – open shelves for books, toys and knick-knacks are on display, while a wheeled unit is perfect to hide away larger items.
9. Bed-desk combo
A bed-desk combination is a popular option, but look closely – this unit can also be converted into double bunk beds. The wheeled table can be removed, making it perfect for mates to stay overnight. Double bunks usually include a ladder for easy access, but the built-in steps are functional and storage-savvy. Each step doubles as a drawer – great to store school shoes and runners.
A bed-desk combination is a popular option, but look closely – this unit can also be converted into double bunk beds. The wheeled table can be removed, making it perfect for mates to stay overnight. Double bunks usually include a ladder for easy access, but the built-in steps are functional and storage-savvy. Each step doubles as a drawer – great to store school shoes and runners.
10. Wall-mounted book shelf
In a small bedroom with no room to add a bedside table, the classic Ron Arad ‘Bookworm’ for Kartell is both funky and functional. Everything from books to an iPad can be easily reached. Meanwhile, a built-in bed with extra storage is a real space-saver.
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In a small bedroom with no room to add a bedside table, the classic Ron Arad ‘Bookworm’ for Kartell is both funky and functional. Everything from books to an iPad can be easily reached. Meanwhile, a built-in bed with extra storage is a real space-saver.
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How do you pack things away in your kids’ bedroom? Do you have any clever storage solutions? Share with us your ideas in the Comments section.
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If you have more than one child, consider giving them the option of sharing a room so another room can become a play zone. That’s exactly what the three boys who live in this house decided to do. Their mum, architect Elaine Richardson, then designed this room with fun in mind – and plenty of storage to keep the mess under control. Most importantly, the panels on the loft bed mean not everything has to be put away (who wants to pack away a Lego creation when you’ve spent so much time building it?). When you can’t see the mess, it’s as good as not there, in my book. The loft bed also doubles as a guest bed when needed.
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