We recently turned our guest bedroom into a nursery! Crib and Dresser: Babyletto Lolly Glider: Target exclusive Delta Children Adley Glider in "cream" Cube Storage and Bookshelf: Target Diaper Pail: Dekor Plus in "mint" Rug: Ikea Window Curtains: Ralph Lauren Closet: curtain panel from Etsy Wall Art: art from Etsy, frames from Amazon Paint: wall color is Behr "Feng Shui", trim color is Sherwinn Williams "Alabaster" Flooring: pre-finished hickory hardwood, installed by Evolution Builders, LLC

Nursery

Kristin

Small country nursery in Boston with blue walls and medium hardwood floors for boys.

Mid-Mod + Boho Nursery

Paradigm Interiors

Mid-century modern nursery with bohemian accents and baby animals.
Design ideas for a small midcentury gender-neutral nursery in Orlando with blue walls, vinyl floors and grey floor.

Baby H's Nursery

Elle Peters Design

This is an example of a small transitional nursery for girls in Calgary with pink walls, carpet and grey floor.

Modern Colorful Nursery

Magdalena Hebal

Modern geometric nursery for a hip Chicago baby. This room had one main challenge - it was located in a rental unit and walls could not be painted or modified. The windows face a brick wall and the room begged for brightness and color. By using custom vinyl wall decals, color and interest were added transforming the room into a multi-colored, kid-friendly oassis with a modern feel.

Winter's Nursery, Grand Design 101

The Cousins

Anthony Carrino
Inspiration for a small contemporary nursery for girls in Los Angeles with pink walls and dark hardwood floors.

OK_ RAMÓN Y CAJAL

Oktober Studio

Photo of a small contemporary nursery for girls in Barcelona with grey walls.

Sun City Nursery

TK Styled Interiors

The blush and neutral tones in this nursery provide a cozy and relaxing space for both baby and mom. This nursery was designed so that the child will be able to grow with the room. A simple and classic design.

Eva's Nursery

Kids Room and Nursery

Photo of a small modern nursery for girls in Seattle with grey walls.

Scarlett's Coral, Aqua, and Gold Vintage Lace Nursery

Caden Lane

These dressers were refurbished for the nursery to add gold accents. To get the "lace" effect, simply get some lace fabric, lay it over the drawers and spray paint them! Easy and fun DIY that makes Scarlett's nursery unique. Photo Credit: Katy Mimari

Modern Arctic Nursery

D. Buckley Design

Lindsay and her husband Geoff have a new home in Washington D.C. and needed to transform the extra room in to a space suitable for their new little addition. I was excited to take on the project, using Lindsay's beloved childhood stuffed penguin 'Pengi' as a starting point for inspiration. With an arctic-cool color palette, some great Etsy finds, and a little elbow grease, the room came together perfectly: a modern, arctic nursery for their little boy August. Complete with penguins, of course. Photos: D.Buckley Design

Baby H's Nursery

Elle Peters Design

Inspiration for a small transitional nursery for girls in Calgary with pink walls, carpet and grey floor.

Park Ridge Project

Closet Organizing Systems

Simple & clean lined reach in closet finished in white melamine and chrome hanging rod. The system is full adjustable and includes a pull out hamper unit and valet rod in the center section. Designed by Jamie Wilson for COS

Mystical Fairy Play & Nursery

Designs By Des Interiors

The "Mystical Fairy Play & Nursery" project are two rooms that coincide with another. The first room is a nursery that will eventually turn into a big girls room when these twins transition. The second room is their playroom which will eventually become the other bedroom for one of the girls. In the meantime, it is the place where their imagination can run wild and be inspired through representational art. This project was full of color, vibrancy, and creativity!

The adventure await! Boy's Nursery

Interior Rejuvenations

Baby boy's nursery with a eclectic and colourful theme. Adventure, feathers and boho themed products come together beautifully to create a baby boy’s room different than your standard nursery. I was on a tight budget and most of the items where sourced second hand, handmade or relatively cheap. The end result is fun and the mountains reflect my Canadian heritage which I hope our baby boy will enjoy. Photos by Crib creative

Forest Friends Nursery

Tetrachrome Design, LLC

Framed woodland baby animals complete the theme that we affectionately called "Forest Friends"
Small transitional gender-neutral nursery in San Francisco with blue walls, carpet and beige floor.

Scandinavian Living Room & Nursery

Cathie Hong Interiors

This single family home came with a recently updated kitchen, but a cramped living space and obtrusive fireplace. We kept the furniture simple and clean with a Scandinavian bent, changed out kitchen pendants and stools to make it more modern, and transformed the adjacent room to a bright home office. We also created a sweet and simple nursery for their newest addition.

Buckhead Open Concept Condo

Susie Mae Design

Finnish hunting lodge style added to Buckhead condo to create functional, livable space for a small family. Storage furniture along with collapsible dining table adds function to a small space design. Open concept space flows from one end of the space to the other with seamless style. Fresh paint lightened the condo while touches of distressed whitewashed wood and wallpaper add some texture and drama.

WIld Jungle Nursery

Designs By Des Interiors

The "Wild Jungle Nursery" was a project we completed for a soon to be transitioning toddler. Our client chose a theme that their son could grow into and could also be educational. By using the wild jungle theme, we created fun decor that was interactive and soothing. We changed the original wall color, lighting, and used some existing furniture to make the transition easier. The nursery is one that can easily be changed to a big boy room, coming soon!

Little Kingdom

The Hive Interior Design Studio Ltd.

For this room, we wanted to spark the child’s sense of wonder with a Safari themed nursery. When tackling a room that is the most important room in the home (as expectant parents would argue), we wanted to ensure we found the right balance of ‘baby’ but not too much ‘baby’. For us, creating an environment that could grow with the child became extremely important and was key when choosing the decor + features. To start off, we needed to inject some life into what was the small spare bedroom. The overall vibe had an almost schoolhouse dorm-like feel and needed some love and attention. To do this, we painted the walls using Farrow & Ball’s Pavilion grey, which is a classic mid-grey with subtle blue undertones that added a contemporary touch and sense of spaciousness. Using gold metallic elephant decals instead of wallpaper, was an easy way for us to drive home the safari theme without having to commit to this theme for many years to come. We then paired this with a grey and white rug to soften up the hardwood floors and added bespoke watercolour animal prints above the bed as a focal point.

Small 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 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.