What Is a Flex Room?
The nursery is where you and your newborn will spend a significant amount of time creating those first precious memories. This space needs to be comfortable for not only the newborn, but for you as well.
Here are 9 simple nursery design ideas to help you shop smart and design a gorgeous room for your baby.
1. Choose a Creative Theme
There are plenty of fun themes to choose from, whether it’s a favorite storybook, favorite activity, travel, or movie.
When you pick a theme, choose the color palette and identify the key pieces of furniture that will complement your color scheme. Add In a few fun pieces to bring the theme together!
2. Incorporate Current Home Décor
If you have pieces of décor in other rooms that match your home's style, feel free to repurpose those pieces into the nursery, such as a print of a Texas Longhorn or rustic furniture to unite the western style of your home.Incorporating pieces will save you money in the long run and keep your nursery cohesive with the rest of your home.
3. Use a Light Wash of Pink
A pastel palette is a simple nursery idea for girls; however, too much pink can be overwhelming. Try using a lighter wash of pink to create a calming and comfortable space for you and your new princess in the family.
4. Try a Minimalistic Approach
Going minimal is a simple way to keep your nursery search within budget. You can still incorporate splashes of color, but instead of covering every square inch of available space, focus on two or three focal points, such as a cozy reading corner or simple pieces of décor to hang on the wall.
5. Borrow a Chair
You will want a comfortable chair in your nursery as you watch and care for your child. If you have a spare chair in the living room or a bedroom that won’t need the extra seating, take it and use it in your nursery to save on buying a new one!
Pro Tip: make sure the chair you use in here is comfortable and preferably rocks for those late nights getting your baby back to sleep.
6. Implement Adorable Artwork
Add a fun element to your nursery with some adorable wall art.
Choose between the following pieces will that continue to feel relevant as the room continues to evolve:
- Wall decals
- Decorative mirrors
- Framed prints
- Murals
- Sculptures
- DIY art
If the larger pieces are out of budget, opt for an assortment of smaller prints! Each print will bring its own unique charm at a fraction of the cost.
7. Use Creative Wallpaper
Wallpaper is a great way to make your nursery stand out without adding extra décor. With plenty of designs and styles to choose from, It’s easy to find an option that will work for you!
Removable wallpaper makes it be easier to redecorate when your child is growing up and wants to design their own space.
8. Go With Gender Neutral Colors
If you’re still waiting on a surprise for the gender or hope to create a beautiful space for years to come, a flexible color scheme is perfect.
A gender-neutral color scheme can create dramatic space with color accents set against a neutral background and help spaces pop with striking contrasts.
9. Get Creative With Lighting
Shop for lighting that can make a statement in your baby’s room. Soft lighting adds a soothing touch for naptime or gloomy days, and coupled with a mounted baby mobile, really ties the room together.
Decorating your nursery might seem like a tall task, but you will feel better knowing you have created an inviting, safe space for you and your baby.
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