Boy's nautical nursery with boat shaped bookshelf, rope pendant light, anchor and ship wheel roman shades, blue and white horizontal striped walls, steamer trunk dresser/changing table and nautical tripod floor lamp.

A Nursery for a Baby Boy

Larina Kase Interior Design

Larina Kase
Photo of a small transitional nursery for boys in Philadelphia with blue walls and medium hardwood floors.

Baby Boy - Nursery

Iconic by Kaitlyn Wolfe

We were delighted to find out a previous client of ours was expecting another baby! We were tasked to design a nursery that was calming, masculine and playful. We incorporated a curated gallery wall, ceiling mural and LED baby name sign that cannot be forgotten! Within this small space, we had to include a crib, rocking chair, changing table and daybed. We were focused on making it functional for not only the baby but also for the parents. The fur rug is not only extremely comfortable, but also machine washable - that's a win-win! The layered jute rug underneath creates visual interest and texture. The striped ottoman, black daybed and leather drawer pulls bring the masculinity to the room. We had a custom LED baby name sign made for over the crib, which can be dimmed to any brightness and is safe for children (unlike neon). Baby Andres was born on May 11th. 2020.

Montessori Inspired Nursery

Hem Collective

We added this gorgeous trim detail to the walls to add dimension and create a timeless look.
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian gender-neutral nursery in Portland with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and panelled walls.

Bohemian Nursery

Studio LaVa

Photo of a small traditional gender-neutral nursery in Denver with blue walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Blue & Orange Woodland Nursery Menagerie

Brass Hill Design

A sweet baby boy's blue and orange nursery featuring a menagerie of stuffed animal heads. A mix of vintage and new decor for a comfortable, eclectic look

Modern Farmhouse

Anchor Builders

This home is a modern farmhouse on the outside with an open-concept floor plan and nautical/midcentury influence on the inside! From top to bottom, this home was completely customized for the family of four with five bedrooms and 3-1/2 bathrooms spread over three levels of 3,998 sq. ft. This home is functional and utilizes the space wisely without feeling cramped. Some of the details that should be highlighted in this home include the 5” quartersawn oak floors, detailed millwork including ceiling beams, abundant natural lighting, and a cohesive color palate. Space Plans, Building Design, Interior & Exterior Finishes by Anchor Builders Andrea Rugg Photography

Glendale Home Design-Nursery

TAB Interior Designs LLC

Space planning was essential in the nursery with the room being so compact. Originally the crib was over by the arch window, but the clients have such great natural light flowing in, we didn't want to interrupt that. Installing a custom bench by the adjacent window added extra sitting space for the family.

Primavera

Manhattan Home Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style nursery for boys in Austin with blue walls and medium hardwood floors.

Nursery and Childrens Space

Living in the 405

Sarah Strunk, the mmost incredible lady I know behind a lens.
Mid-sized country gender-neutral nursery in Oklahoma City with blue walls, carpet and grey floor.

Boys Baby Nursery

Autumn Dunn Interiors, CID, ASP

Boys baby nursery by Autumn Dunn Interiors
Small traditional nursery in Toronto with blue walls and dark hardwood floors for boys.

Newcastle Primary Bedroom & Nursery

Cathie Hong Interiors

This project was executed remotely in close collaboration with the client. The primary bedroom actually had an unusual dilemma in that it had too many windows, making furniture placement awkward and difficult. We converted one wall of windows into a full corner-to-corner drapery wall, creating a beautiful and soft backdrop for their bed. We also designed a little boy’s nursery to welcome their first baby boy.

Une chambre de bébé aux couleurs apaisantes

Castorama

Mid-sized contemporary nursery in Lille with blue walls and medium hardwood floors for boys.

CHAMBRE BÉBÉ

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Nous avons imaginé un cocon tout en douceur et naturel pour la naissance d'une petite fille ! 10 m2
Inspiration for a small country nursery for girls in Paris with blue walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor, timber and wallpaper.

ocean nursery

kate whitney design

Design ideas for a small beach style gender-neutral nursery in DC Metro with blue walls and medium hardwood floors.

Woodland Room for Baby Boy-Grandville, MI

Delight In Designs

We created this adorable woodland themed bedroom for a new baby boy. This project was such a joy to complete and mom and dad were trilled with the result. Designed by-Jessica Crosby

Baby Boy - Nursery

Iconic by Kaitlyn Wolfe

A Nursery for a Baby Boy

Larina Kase Interior Design

Larina Kase
Design ideas for a small transitional nursery for boys in Philadelphia with blue walls and medium hardwood floors.

"Shooting For The Stars" Nursery

Rebekah Nicole Interiors

Our clients wanted a space-themed nursery, focusing on the message, "shoot for the stars!" for their new baby boy. We loved this concept and took it to the next level by implementing subtle details of outer space through color, texture, and other elements. Our goal was for the client to love the space and to make it versatile enough for our client's baby to use the furniture as they grow older.

DBLI Nursery

Dwayne Bergmann LLC

A zoo gone wild was the inspiration for the twin boy's bedroom. Escaping, on 2 biplanes, are six adventurous leather stuffed animals. A hand painted wall mural highlights the walnut furnishings and completed by a statement carpet. Craig Hildebrand

Nursery Design Ideas with Blue Walls

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 Baby Room Have?

When browsing through pictures of 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.