Interior Design by Donna Guyler Design
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary nursery for girls in Gold Coast - Tweed with grey walls and dark hardwood floors.

Queen Anne Hill House

Lane Williams Architects

Nursery and Crib photo by Alex Hayden
Photo of a small contemporary nursery for girls in Seattle with multi-coloured walls and medium hardwood floors.

Ranch House Modern

Noz Design

Mid-sized contemporary gender-neutral nursery in San Francisco with multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors and wallpaper.

Baby Nursery Design

Lindsay Lausch Interior Design

Contemporary Nursery Design that includes dark and light elements.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary nursery for boys in Chicago with grey walls, carpet and grey floor.

Contemporary Addition

Eagleview Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary gender-neutral nursery in Toronto with blue walls, carpet and beige floor.

Residential Designs

Hallowed Home Interior Design

Whether your goal is to redefine an existing space, or create an entirely new footprint, Hallowed Home will guide you through the process - offering a full spectrum of design services. Our mission is simple; craft a well appointed sanctuary. Bold, livable luxury. About the Owner I Lauren Baldwin Lauren’s desire to conceptualize extraordinary surroundings, along with her ability to foster lasting relationships, was the driving force behind Hallowed Home’s inception. Finding trends far too underwhelming, she prefers to craft distinctive spaces that remain relevant. Specializing in dark and moody transitional interiors; Lauren’s keen eye for refined coziness, coupled with a deep admiration of fine art, enable her unique design approach. With a personal affinity for classic American and stately English styles; her perspective exudes a rich, timeless warmth. Despite her passion for patrons that aren’t ‘afraid of the dark’; she is no stranger to a myriad of artistic styles and techniques. She aims to discover what truly speaks to her clients - and execute.

Modern Baby Boy Nursery

Traci Connell Interiors

A soft, modern sports nursery for this baby boy was the perfect solution for this excited family. Using green, navy and gray, this nursery became the retreat the mother always wanted.

Splendid Garden Wall Stencil Kit by My Wonderful Walls

My Wonderful Walls

Customer Photo - Splendid Garden Wall Stencil Kit by My Wonderful Walls
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary nursery for girls in Other with pink walls.

Under the Palms: A Shared Space

Emerson Grey Designs

Taylor Cole Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary gender-neutral nursery in Orange County with beige walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Aria in Keswick

Dragon Seed Interior Design Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary gender-neutral nursery in Edmonton with blue walls and carpet.

Paris 17 260m²

blackStones

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary nursery for girls in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Baby Boy's Nursery

APJ Interiors LLC

Mid-sized contemporary nursery in San Francisco with grey walls, carpet and beige floor for boys.

Warm and Soothing Contemporary Nursery

Just Go Home Design

An adorably non-traditional nursery that layers textures and patterns with bright colors and shapes. Warm earthy orange tones pair with bright and fresh greens to keep a natural feeling flowing. Maple wood accents and a sheepskin rug feel a bit nordic and cozy while the simple mural adds a bit of pop to the space.

Woodland Nursery

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Photo by Stephani Buchman
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary gender-neutral nursery in Toronto with grey walls and carpet.

Appartement 'escargot'

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credit photo - Stephane Durieu
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary gender-neutral nursery in Paris with white walls and light hardwood floors.

BDC Homes Showhome

Lucy Furniss Design

Little girl's pink nursery. I had a lot of fun selecting all of the furniture and decor for this gorgeous little girls bedroom.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary nursery for girls in Hamilton with pink walls, carpet, grey floor and decorative wall panelling.

Nursery Room

Vincenza Pennino interiors

Sumit Kohli
Design ideas for a contemporary nursery in San Francisco with concrete floors.

Westminster Wood 4 Bed Showhouse

Think Contemporary

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary nursery for girls in Dublin with green walls, carpet and grey floor.

Contemporain Chambre De Bébé

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary gender-neutral nursery in Paris with medium hardwood floors.

South Yarra Terrace House

de.arch

Tatjana Plitt
Design ideas for a small contemporary gender-neutral nursery in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Contemporary Nursery Design Ideas

Browse Baby Room Ideas on Houzz

Planning a nursery is an exciting time for parents, but it can be confusing without the right guidance. Houzz is a great place to start, as you can browse our extensive image gallery of nursery designs, as well as find qualified Kids & Nursery Designers who can help make your ideas a reality. We’ve put together some handy tips so you can get inspired and plan the baby room of your dreams.

Which Essential Elements Should a Contemporary Baby Room Have?

When browsing through pictures of contemporary nurseries on Houzz, you’ll notice a common theme: They usually all include similar pieces of furniture and decor. You can’t go past a cot, changing table and a dresser. Whatever you’re after, you’ll be sure to find something for your taste, even if you’re limited by a small space or need to make it work on a budget. Another aspect to remember is practicality. You want to make sure you have enough storage so you can have a clutter (and trip-hazard!) free space, and you want to have everything within easy reach when it comes to changing nappies so you don’t risk your baby rolling off the change table while you turn around reaching for the baby wipes. Think about practical furniture: closets without doors, open shelves and furniture and walls that are easy to clean should be your go-to’s.

Decorating and Choosing the Right Colour

Choosing colours is a big one. These days, you’re not limited to blue for a baby boy or pink for a baby girl - a lot of nurseries are actually held gender-neutral and you may be decorating without knowing the gender. Unisex colours are on the rise, as well as feature walls with inspirational artwork and themes that encourage exploration. The possibilities are endless - whether you go for a travel theme with clouds, a nature environment with mountains and trees, or animals like elephants or owls to tell your little one good night, you’ll be able to find wallpapers, decals and decorations to suit. Also consider a nice, soft rug for when your baby starts crawling.

A Cosy Room can Promote Better Sleep

Being able to create nighttime-like darkness, peace and quiet at anytime of day could be something you’ll be thankful for later if your baby doesn’t want to go to sleep when it’s bright and guests are around, so think about lighting and soundproofing. A pair of heavy curtains could do the trick, and if you add a cute nightlight you can evoke an even more peaceful mood. The temperature and humidity of the room can also be major factors when it comes to sleeptime - too hot, too cold, too humid or dry? Make sure you can easily regulate the room temperature and have warm blankets handy in winter. You may also want to invest in a dehumidifier or vaporiser - these may earn extra points for white noise, too!

Planning for the Future

Keep in mind that a baby will not be a baby room for long - they grow fast! Depending on how long you keep your baby with you, you may not even have a separate room and directly jump to sharing with their sibling. Keep in mind that you may be planning for a more grown-up kids room soon, and your baby doesn’t really care about the decor of the room as much as you do. Choose items you like and go for furniture that you’ll be able to move to different rooms later if you can.