A kids' bedroom has a big job to do. It's where they sleep, play, read, imagine and – eventually – do homework. The best kids' rooms are fun and full of personality, but also calm enough for bedtime and practical enough to keep tidy. And with kids growing so fast, it pays to choose decor that can change as they do.
This guide is full of kids' bedroom ideas – from play tents and reading nooks to wall art, soft rugs and night lights – plus themed room makeover ideas for castles, explorers and rainbow lovers.
Kids' bedroom ideas at a glance
- Create a hideaway: a play tent or reading nook gives kids a space of their own.
- Soften the floor: a fluffy rug and floor cushions make playtime comfortable.
- Make bedtime magical: a galaxy star projector or soft fairy lights help kids settle.
- Decorate the walls: canvas prints are easy to update as they grow.
- Keep it calm: a soft colour palette with a few bright accents works for most ages.
1. Play tents and hideaways
Kids love having a little space that's theirs – somewhere to read, play pretend or just hide away. A play tent instantly becomes a castle, pirate ship, campsite or secret clubhouse.
- The Large Kids Castle Play Tent is big and roomy with a doorway and windows, in blue or pink.
- The Kids Pop-Up Cabin Play Tent comes as a pirate cabin or animal house and folds flat when playtime is over.
- The Kids Yurt Play Tent is a round, fairytale-style hideaway with plenty of room inside, in pink or blue.
- The Kids Triangle Play Tent is an A-frame in dinosaur, bug or black designs that needs no assembly.
Play tents are recommended for ages 3–6 with adult supervision. Add a soft rug and a few cushions inside for the cosiest den in the house.
2. Build a cosy reading nook
A reading nook encourages a love of books – and gives kids a calm place to wind down. You only need a corner, something soft to sit on, good light and books within reach.
- Something soft to sit on: the Giant Cat Paw Floor Cushion (70 x 60cm) doubles as a floor seat and backrest, and the Plush Cat Back Cushion is a cuddly support for reading in bed.
- A soft floor: a Fluffy Round Shag Rug (80cm to 140cm, 10 colours) defines the nook and feels lovely underfoot.
- Extra seats for friends: a Round Floor Seat Pouf or Tufted Floor Cushion is easy to move around.
- A soft glow: Cotton Ball Fairy Lights are battery operated with a warm, diffused glow – hang them above the nook, out of reach of little hands.
3. Night lights and bedtime routines
A calm, consistent bedtime routine helps kids settle, and soft lighting is a big part of that. A Starry Sky Galaxy Projector Night Light fills the walls and ceiling with colourful stars – a magical way to end the day. It's USB powered with simple button control. For a gentle bedside glow, the LED Bonsai Tree Table Lamp gives a soft warm light with a touch switch (best for older kids).
Tip: warm, dim light in the hour before bed is more calming than bright overhead lighting.
4. Kids' wall art ideas
Wall art is the easiest way to bring personality into a kids' room – and canvas prints are simple to swap as interests change.
- For girls' rooms and nurseries: Pink Butterfly & Rainbow Kids Wall Art has 34 pastel designs with butterflies, rainbows, suns and daisies.
- For nurseries: the Cute Brown Bear Nursery Prints are a coordinated set of three in soft neutral tones.
- For learning: Kids Early Learning Canvas Prints come in 19 bright designs – great for playrooms and homeschool corners.
- For animal lovers: Tropical Animal Canvas Wall Art features giraffes, elephants, lions and palm trees.
- For little explorers: Scandi Forest Wildlife Prints bring a calm woodland feel.
Hang art securely and keep frames out of reach of cots and beds. For more on layouts and hanging heights, see our gallery wall guide.
5. Creative play
A creative corner keeps kids busy without screens. The Kids Magnetic Drawing Board is mess-free – no ink, paint or batteries – and handy for quiet time and car trips. Add a small table, a basket of books and a pinboard to display their artwork.
6. Choosing colours for a kids' room
- Start calm: soft whites, sage, warm greys and pastels make a restful base that grows with your child.
- Add colour with decor: bright rugs, cushions, tents and art are easy to change later – walls and furniture aren't.
- Pick a theme, lightly: a few themed pieces (like a castle tent or animal prints) say "dinosaur fan" or "princess" without locking in the whole room.
7. Themed kids' bedroom makeover ideas
Castle Dreams
A royal bedroom makeover with a big castle play tent, a fluffy round rug, a giant cat-paw cushion, a starry-sky galaxy projector and pastel butterfly wall art. Shop the Castle Dreams bundle.
Little Explorer Basecamp
Adventure starts at home with a pop-up pirate cabin tent, a magnetic drawing board, Scandi forest animal prints, a star projector for night missions and a soft rug for the den floor. Shop the Little Explorer Basecamp bundle.
Wild Rainbow Den
A cosy, colourful hideout with a pink yurt play tent, a plush cat cushion, jungle animal wall art, sweet bear prints and app-controlled colour fairy lights. Shop the Wild Rainbow Den bundle.
Every kids' bundle is over $200, so it qualifies for a free set of Solar Firework Lights (worth $26.95, while stocks last) – and each one makes a brilliant Christmas present.
8. Safety tips for kids' rooms
- Anchor tall furniture such as bookcases and dressers to the wall.
- Keep cords, batteries and small parts out of reach of young children.
- Choose rugs with a non-slip backing on hard floors.
- Supervise younger children in play tents and keep tents away from heaters.
- Hang wall art and fairy lights well away from cots and beds.
Kids' bedroom FAQ
How do I make a small kids' bedroom feel bigger?
Use a light colour palette, choose multi-purpose pieces like floor cushions and foldable play tents, and use the walls for art and storage.
What are good Christmas gifts for a kids' bedroom?
Play tents, galaxy star projectors, fluffy rugs, cuddly floor cushions, magnetic drawing boards and wall art all make great gifts. See our Christmas gift ideas guide for more.
What age are play tents suitable for?
Our play tents are recommended for ages 3–6 with adult supervision.
How can I make bedtime easier?
Keep a consistent routine, dim the lights in the hour before bed and use a gentle night light or star projector to help kids settle.
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