An Online Client's Playroom Makeover

If you're a mom and have a designated playroom in your house, you can probably relate to my client Caycee's dilemma of wanting a fun spot for the little one(s) and a stylish space at the same time.  It's often a challenge because, as many of you know, kids come with alot of "stuff." 

This was her little boy's playroom before the makeover (not bad, if you compare it with the way ours looks right now!):

Caycee's only requirement was that the window treatments stay in the room.  With that in mind, this is the idea board I came up with for her:

Ideas for Caycee's space that anyone can use in their playroom:

• Storage! I love incorporating a big storage piece (like the white armoire) that can hold lots of toys now, but could easily be moved to a living room or guest room down the road.  Dressers with lots of drawers are also a great option.
• A fun rug can add alot of personality to a kids' space.  You probably won't want (or need) alot of furniture,  so they can have as much open space to play as possible.  A rug can bring in alot of color and is a great, soft place to lounge, roll around, wrestle each other. . . . at least that's what my kids do.
• A framed chalkboard or bulletin board provides function and becomes instant artwork on a large wall.  Paint the frame a fun color!
• Wall decals are affordable and removeable once you want the space itself to grow up.  For Caycee's space, I suggested some cute alphabet decals that I found on Etsy.
• Low bookcases offer additional storage but can also be used as a TV console, for lamps, trophies, a place to display their crafts, etc.
• Don't be afraid to use "grown-up" elements in a kid zone.  For example, you can throw in a more adult pattern--like the storage ottomans I included on her idea board--for a fun mix.  As long as the fabrics are somewhat kid-friendly, it's a nice surprise to include some patterns you wouldn't normally think of for a play space.

And, using inspiration from the idea board, here's how Caycee pulled the room together to create a fun, inviting space for her little boy:

 

Do you have a room that needs a little help in the new year?  More info on my online decorating services here.