Children's corner in a one-room apartment - we arrange a working and sleeping area

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A small living area, in this case a one-room apartment, leaves very few options for redevelopment when parents share one room with a child. However, changes should occur only because a new life brings with it a lot of responsibilities on the part of the parents and a lot of impressions on the part of the child.

But don’t be upset in advance, because today experienced designers have created the most successful techniques that are easy to implement even in a small apartment. The main goal of the redevelopment is to functionally use every meter so that each family member can find their own place to their liking.

• 1 Rules for effective zoning
• 2 Correctly designed interior depending on the age of the child 2.1 Preschooler and his apartment
• 2.2 7 years - new changes

Effective Zoning Rules

To combine an adult area and a children's corner in one room, it is important to know the laws of ergonomics, because sometimes simple but effective ways can increase space. Let's look at a few rules for effective zoning and visually increasing space:

• The use of arches, podiums, shelving, mechanical partitions perfectly copes with the task of zoning. At the same time, they serve as separation and beneficial functionality;
• Mirrors are often used by designers in their projects to expand the room. Thanks to the mirror, interior items are mirrored, making the room seem larger. It’s even better to use light colors on the walls and ceiling;
• Furniture module. The choice of furniture should be based on its mobility and compactness, especially with the current choice of products from European manufacturers, this is easy to do. For example, it is better to replace the bed with a folding sofa, which has a secret place for linen.
• Make a revolution on your balcony or loggia. By glazing and insulating this part of the apartment, you can lengthen and increase your area.

Select and decorate a newborn's corner

Light zoning will not be superfluous: it will bring order to the interior, make the bedroom more comfortable, and the newborn’s corner cuter.

One way is to accent the part of the wall to which the crib is adjacent. This area can be covered with contrasting wallpaper or painted in a color different from the main shade of the walls. However, you also need to think about whether this accent area will be appropriate when the crib leaves the interior.

You can also highlight a newborn’s corner using decor. The walls near the crib are decorated with the following elements:

• framed photographs (children’s photographs of the baby’s parents, as well as his grandparents, look very cute here)
• letters spelling out the child's name
• posters with funny children's stories
• original wall art objects (for example, booties in a frame or a tiny dress on hangers)
• paper garlands
• shelves with soft toys
• beautiful night light

Another way to highlight and separate the newborn’s area is to create a canopy. A canopy or canopy will protect the child from excessively bright light, insects, and drafts. The children's corner will be transformed: it will become gentle, touching, romantic.

Properly designed interior depending on the age of the child

Children grow and their interests change with age; what was interesting in infancy is no longer impressive at four years old. Therefore, differences must have their original history from birth to school years.

A children's corner in a one-room apartment in the first two years of life cannot be strictly called the child's property, since at this age the main furniture is a crib and a changing table combined with a chest of drawers.

Further more. The older the child gets, the more his priorities have to change. Starting from the age of two, it’s time to look at furniture that is more interesting for children: bright shelves, framed pictures of animals, crafts, etc. Another important feature is lighting.

There should be a lot of light, so it is advisable to place the crib close to the window, but not directly at the windowsill. Very often, the children's area, when the child is still very small, merges with the adult one due to the fact that the crib is placed next to the adult bed. In this case, simply separate the area with a comfortable small chair and a bright rug.

Preschooler and his apartment

Here you can no longer get by with a crib and a chest of drawers; a preschooler needs a table, a full-fledged place on a teenager’s bed, and shelves for stationery.

Here are some tips used in a “one-room apartment” when zoning a room:

• Opt for beds with drawers;
• A sliding wardrobe is a great idea for a shared dressing room; it can be built into a niche;
• Separate off the part of the room where the child will be located with decorative curtains.

The issue of room style worries most residents who have children. Correctly decorate a room in a classic and modern style. The Scandinavian style, devoid of unnecessary items, is also suitable; due to its simplicity and lightness, more and more designers choose it every year to create a warm and calm interior.

7 years - new changes

Arranging a schoolchild's children's corner means making it as independent as possible from the spaciousness of the parent's corner. Children grow up and need their personal space more and more. You can create a partition in several ways:

• Build a shelving unit;
• Install sliding doors or heavy curtains made of durable textiles;
• Place a closet on the border between the parents' sleeping sofa and the children's corner.

When it comes to arranging interior items and furniture, one thing can be said - mobile and compact designs work here. For example, a bunk bed with a table below can save extra square meters for another purpose. As for wall decoration, you can safely give the child a choice, since wallpaper with mini bears or some other little animals from infancy will no longer interest him. A child’s personal furniture is a manifestation of his individuality, so give him the full right to choose.

What furniture and appliances are best to use?

The most important requirements for furniture in a one-room apartment: versatility, color. It is advisable to choose products in light colors that will not look bulky. At the same time, they must replace several other things at once: for example, a sofa bed, a transforming table.

The chosen interior style also influences the choice of furniture. To prevent the apartment from seeming cluttered, give preference to modern trends without much decor: minimalism, hi-tech, and other variations on the theme of functional design will save a lot of space.

In the photo there is a crib by the window in a one-room apartment

Let's move on to the furnishings. It is mandatory to place a sofa or bed for parents or a baby crib in the living room. You can't do without a TV either. A kitchen, even if it is small, can be used not only for cooking and eating. A dining table or bar counter replaces a desk. In this case, it is advisable to organize storage of educational supplies in one of the modules here.

It is most convenient to store clothes in a large closet in the hallway. For underwear and cosmetics (for example, for a teenage girl), have a separate closet in the bathroom.

Storage systems are also located in the living room. Main options:

• Rack. At the same time, it zones and solves the problem of organizing space.
• Closet. Sometimes wardrobes are placed in small niches provided by architects.
• Dresser. Place it at the head or foot of the bed so it doesn't take up much space.
• Shelves. Open surfaces above the desk are a convenient solution for any age.
• Podium. Make it a little higher - then the spacious drawers will accommodate toys, bedding, out-of-season clothes, and many other necessary things.

Mistakes to avoid in a children's room when decorating the interior

A children's room in a one-room apartment, even if there is no room to roam around to realize your desired fantasies, can be made multifaceted and functional; look at the photos in which the zoning of the room between parents and child organically combines interior items. But there are still mistakes that need to be avoided:

• Electric lighting. Avoid cold light as it makes you feel cold and uneasy. The warm tone of the lamps will give the room comfort and warmth.
• The colors are too bright. Making a room provocative is unforgivable if you decide to combine all the colors of the rainbow in one room. In such a room it will not only be difficult to stay in, but it will also be impossible to concentrate.
• Parents are often willing to buy the most expensive things for their child’s home. But take your time and think about whether it is rational to cover the walls with overly expensive wallpaper. Those who have children know that it is better to postpone such an undertaking until the child is in preschool age, since there is a high probability that the walls may be outlined, scuffed and painted. Create a beautiful atmosphere with crafts, for example, inexpensive light wallpaper will become an object of interest if it is decorated with butterflies. You can draw them or stick them on them by purchasing them at a stationery store.

• Placing the bed near the window. A window, even the most reliable one, is often a place of drafts, so it is better to step back at least a meter from it.
• The flooring is carpet. Carpet is, without a doubt, a warm material, not slippery, but if you spill paint water or compote on it, you are unlikely to be able to clean it completely.
• Heavy curtains near the window. You should not decorate the window with voluminous curtains, they take up free space.

What shades are best to use in the design of a classroom?

In order for a child to study calmly, it is important not only to purchase high-quality and ergonomic furniture for him, selected taking into account the child’s growth. The emotional atmosphere is extremely important for children, and you can maintain the right mood by carefully thinking through the interior colors.

Beige roomy student corner

The design may well be in green shades, since this color fills with positive energy. An equally good shade option for a schoolchild’s corner is yellow, as it tones up mental activity. You can mix these two colors, using it as accents, and make the main tone in the room, for example, white or gray.

Beige and green roomy corner for a schoolchild
The combination of blue and red, on the contrary, can be overly stimulating for a child, just like, for example, orange, so it is better to avoid using them for decoration and include calmer shades in the interior. In general, the room in which the student’s corner is arranged should be discreet in order to create a working atmosphere and not distract the child from his studies.

Brown and green loft bed with work station

Safety in the children's room

When creating the comfort of a children's room, it is important to foresee all possible dangerous corners in advance. In an effort to make the nursery bright and colorful, do not forget that children are often active and quick to master a new space, so it is very difficult to keep track of them.

• The first thing you need to pay attention to is the floor. Children play pranks, run and jump, so you need to choose a coating taking into account the quality of the surface. Avoid slippery floors.
• The choice of furniture is also an important aspect for the safety of the child. It is important that it is of good quality, has no sharp corners and is distinguished by reliable fittings;
• Pay special attention to the choice of window for the children's room. Namely, take care to install a window with a “children’s” lock function on the opening fittings. Make sure there is micro-ventilation so that fresh air always enters the room;
• Electrical wires and especially open sockets must be hidden. On the plumbing market there are many options for special sockets with the protective function of a plug;
• Since a small child is curious about the world around him, try not to use glass and mirrors in decor.

Design of a one-room apartment: general recommendations

The interior of one room, combining a nursery and a parents' bedroom, is best designed in contrasting shades to highlight the areas of the room.

When choosing furniture, you need to take into account its functional features. Drawers will allow you to put everything out of sight, while everything you need will be within reach. A folding sofa will not clutter up the room, while when unfolded it is very comfortable and spacious.

All furniture must be very stable or attached to the wall. This can be done using various fasteners, liquid nails or seat belts.

When thinking through the design of a room, it is important to pay special attention to lighting. It is better to use a chandelier with different lighting modes. Additionally, you can install a floor lamp or table lamp. The wiring must be hidden so that the child cannot rip the lamp off the wall.

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Sports corner for children

Each child is gifted with one or another ability and each is talented in his own way, but almost every child loves sports games, which include: climbing stairs, ropes, horizontal bars, etc. In order for the design of a one-room apartment to combine a sports corner, the work area should be properly designed, because often the sports corner is a Swedish wall.

It would be logical to install this corner opposite the bed against the wall, and put a voluminous mat underneath, this point is especially important if you teach your child from an early age. Very often small slides and swings are offered for small children. In our case, you can buy them removable, which are then removed and hidden in a secret place.

Today, manufacturers of sports corners offer their consumers special wall mounts on which they can easily hang a bicycle or scooter.

Space for a child is an important component in the overall ambiance of a room. Interior design is not a simple matter, but it can be solved. Thoroughly prepared parents have all the powers to develop their child into a worthy personality, the main thing is not to infringe on his personal space. Check out the photos of designers who offer to skillfully combine the lives of parents and the younger generation.

Newborn crib in the bedroom: what else to think about when planning?

When decorating a bedroom combined with a nursery, adhere to traditional principles of compatibility. So, if the parent’s bed, cabinets and cabinets are designed in white, then let the “cradle” be white, harmoniously interwoven into the overall picture. However, the crib can also be accent - for example, blue, pink, green. It can be supported by other elements: drapery on the window, lamps, etc.

If the size of the bedroom allows, the newborn’s corner should be equipped not only with a crib, but also with a changing table with a chest of drawers . You can also place a chair with a footrest here to comfortably communicate with your baby and feed him.

How is your children's bedroom equipped?