first “photo remodeling” idea
copyright image by envato.com
Durable, practical, and safe furniture
Notes:
- Durability has to be a major consideration for you when designing a key-friendly home. However, you also want your furniture (and your home) to be practical and safe for your children:
- Ideas include:
-
-
Long-Lasting Kid Furniture:
When it comes to kid furniture, many people go for fun designs with characters your kids might like or colors that are their favorite right now. However, children tend to outgrow things rapidly.
- Always opt for long-lasting furniture such as a bed that can be adjusted to be safe for kids, pre-teens, and teenagers. Or, a table that can be adjusted to meet your child’s height. Custom-made kid furniture that you can easily alter as they grow up is also a good option.
- Purchasing any such items will not only save you money in the long run, but it will also be more practical. Aside from ergonomics and functions, make sure the appearance can fit kids as they grow.
-
Adjustable Furniture (google images) Adjustable Bunk Beds view ideas Beds w/ Study Desk view ideas Child Murphy Bed view ideas Adjustable Height Table view ideas Adjustable Chair view ideas Furniture That Adjusts view ideas 
image by envato.com
-
Easy to Maintain Couch:
Your living room couch will likely be where you, your kids, and your possible pets might spend a lot of time. Choose a couch with a slipcover or that is made of stain-resistant or easily cleanable materials.
- In most cases, opt for darker colored materials so any possible stains cannot be seen easily. Alternatively, place many throw blankets that can protect your couch from getting stained since such blankets can be easily cleaned.
-
View Ideas (from amazon) Sofa Silpcovers view ideas Sofa Pet Covers view ideas Sofa Throw Covers view ideas Furniture Protection view ideas Fabric Protector view ideas 
image by envato.com
-
Unbreakable, Streak-Free Tables:
When it comes to any type of table, such as dining room tables, side tables, or coffee tables, there are a few things you must keep in mind.
- First is the material these tables are made from. Always avoid glass since it can be dangerous when it breaks and will require daily maintenance to prevent smudges. Easily cleaned, polished wooden tables are the way to go.
- Additionally, choose tables that have rounded corners to avoid any potential harm your kid may encounter when exploring the space.
-
Safe Furniture (google images) Ottoman Coffee Tables view ideas Sit-up Sofa Table view ideas Low Profile Furniture view ideas Beanbag Sofas view ideas Storage Furniture view ideas Rounded Edge Furniture view ideas Child-Proof Living Room view ideas 
image by envato.com
-
Furniture That Grows Over Time:
Look for furniture that is multi-functional; furniture that can be changed up or extended as you family size and age gets bigger and older.
- Some ideas include bunk beds that can separate into twin beds; dining tables that can be extended; and storage units that can be adjusted based on the height of children.
- These furniture pieces will last and grow over time.
-
About Multifunctional Furniture:
When renovating your house, keep your layout options open. What looks good on the blueprints might not work in practice.
Give your interior design some flexibility by shopping for the best multifunctional furniture for your home.
image by envato.com
If something doesn’t work, you can convert, rearrange, reconfigure, and try it a different way.
view post: (new win) the best multifunctional furniture for your home
-
-
Quik scroll to next topic about tips for designing a kid-friendly home …
-
ideas to view and compare from the photo above
second “photo remodeling” idea
copyright image by unsplash.com
More storage solutions
Notes:
- On the day of your move, your kids may have already caused a mess with items strewn around the floor. The main culprit of such situations is a lack of storage space, not your kids. Make sure to keep them stress-free but also yourself by getting more storage solutions before the move.
- If you have the space, we recommend investing in additional storage options such as drawers to hide objects behind closed doors and create a more visually pleasing and tidy environment. This will also keep your kids from sprinkling items throughout the house.
- On the other hand, a few wicker baskets or bins can even do the trick in tight spaces.
- Using Shelving:
-
-
Double Your Storage Space:
Moving into your first home or apartment is exciting because this is likely your first time living independently. But it’s also likely a bit overwhelming as you try to find space to stash all your important stuff.
- You’ll quickly learn that, when it comes to apartment life, it’s all about the shelving.
-
Need Extra Room For Stuff:
Need a place to stash your collectibles, clothing, games, nick-nacks, and trinkets?
Building or buying free-standing shelving, and getting creative about where to place it, are the best ways to get more storage space.
image by envato.com
Placing baskets, crates, or other containers on top of your shelving can significantly increase their storage capacity.
view post: (new win) 5 sneaky shelving tricks to double your storage space -
Wall Shelves for Items You Don’t Want Your Kids To Reach:
We recommend getting some wall shelves for the stuff you don’t want kids to be able to reach on their own.
- Now you can decorate, at least these shelves, the way you want to without fear they will knock things down or hurt themselves.
- You can hang the wall shelves yourself or ask for assistance. This is a relatively straightforward process that won’t take much time or money.
-
image by twenty20.com
-
-
Quik scroll to next topic about tips for designing a kid-friendly home …
-
ideas to view and compare from the photo above
floating shelvesstorage drawer unitshyacinth storage baskets
May We Suggest Other Photo Remodeling Ideas About
“Keeping Kids Safe and Happy”
third “photo remodeling” idea
copyright image by envato.com
Laminated floors and washable paint
Notes:
- When it comes to designing a kid-friendly home, it would be impossible not to talk about your floors and walls. Hardwood floors can be gorgeous and a great design choice. However, with kids, they are not optimal.
- Go for floors that cannot be easily damaged or affected, such as laminated or vinyl floors. On the other hand, in areas where your kids spend the most time, get a stain-resistant (or easy to clean) rug. This will protect your floors while also being easier to clean.
- Additionally, opt for washable wall paint to protect your walls from your children’s creativity, such as:
-
Chalkboard Paint:
Here is a great idea to consider for a blank wall. Paint it with chalkboard paint.
- You can use the wall for a command center, meal planner, task list, or to just be creative. It’s a perfect solution for kitchens, home office, guest room, and kids’ room.
-
Just For The Kid’s Room:
It’s a wall your little kids would love. Whether it is for a boys or girls room, the wall will allow them to express their creative skills.
It will encourage them to dream about going into space – playing professional sports – or fantasizing about a favorite movie. The chalkboard wall will entertain them in so many ways that could be an alternative to electronic media. So why not give it a try! You can certainly repaint
The chalkboard wall will entertain them in so many ways that could be an alternative to electronic media. So why not give it a try! You can certainly repaint later on.
image by 123rf.com
Chalkboard Wall (google images) Kitchen view samples Home Office view samples Kid’s Room view samples Teen Room view samples Play Room view samples
-
-
Quik scroll to next topic about tips for designing a kid-friendly home …
-
ideas to view and compare from the photo above
| Supporting Resources (opens new win) | |
| HOW TO: choose area rug size | |
| INFO: best flooring options for kids | |
| YOUTUBE: chalkboard paint FAQ | |
fourth “photo remodeling” idea
copyright image by https://123rf.com/
Give your kids choices and their own space
Notes:
-
Ask For Their Creative Design:
If you truly want to design a home that will not only be your home but your kids’ home, consider their opinion. Of course, you should not let them choose just about anything.
- Giving them a few options when it comes to the color of their room or placement of their bed can make a difference and make your children happier. In turn, this may also make your kids less likely to make a mess since they were the ones that chose it.
-
Dedicated Space:
Always create a space (or a couple of them) that they can play and spend time in freely. Even if you don’t have space for a whole playroom just for them, a tiny corner of your living room can be enough.
- This space will be their own and where they can express themselves, their creativity and can freely explore their environment. Ensure this space follows the previous tips on designing a kid-friendly home by making it easy to clean, durable and that it has plenty of storage options for your kids’ toys.
-
-
Be Sure to Add Durable and Stylish Decor:
The same may be said for decor, as it was previously said concerning furniture. If you are designing a kid-friendly home, keep the decor durable, stylish, and long-lasting.
- For people with little children, a plastic yet fashionable fruit bowl is preferable to a glass one, which can break and harm your children. There are many such items on the market, but you may also be creative when it comes to this tip.
-
image by envato.com
-
-
Quik scroll to next topic about tips for designing a kid-friendly home …
-
ideas to view and compare from the photo above
| References (opens new win except noted) | |
| SERVICES: interior decorators (see below) | |
| WHY: let children help in design | |
| INFO: design tips kids’ room | |
| PLANNING: bedroom makeover (same win) | |
Find Interior Design Services Decorators Interior Designers Furniture Painting & Staining top-rated, pre-screened local contractors FREE: download contractor selection enter zip code – powered by HomeAdvisor ™
Quick Contractor Guides selecting negotiating working with inspecting
fifth and last “photo remodeling” idea
copyright image by https://123rf.com/
Incorporate a Study Area
Notes:
- As parents, we want our children to succeed. But it is up to us to build the environment where learning and discipline can be developed.
- You start by building an environment that your kids can latch onto. We are talking about home decor design that fosters creative thinking and learning. Using these design factors – plus good parenting skills – can help your children to learn – research – create – and succeed.
- Some ideas for an effective study area:
-
-
1) Make Reading Fun:
Getting your kids to read is getting harder with the increasing push of electronic devices. But reading a book is still an important skill to develop and build.
A good way to foster “book reading” is building a creative reading space your kids will treasure.
image by 123rf.com
-
2) Encourage Research:
Part of learning is research – and the internet is a world library at their fingertips.
So you won’t have much problem getting your kids online. The challenge is developing both online and offline interest.
Designing a room with some other “offline” activity may help them achieve balance.
image by 123rf.com
-
3) Building Creative Skills:
You want your children to be creative – who know, they might become a published author. So what can you do to foster creativity?
So you won’t have much problem getting your kids online. The challenge is developing both online and offline interest.
One idea is a chalk blackboard wall (as we addressed above) – something that they can draw and write on.
image by 123rf.com
-
4) Call It Their Success Room:
Their own private room when they achieve the level of measurement in school and life.
It is the launching pad room to college and their future career that can make you proud.
image by 123rf.com
-
-
Quik scroll to more topics address children needs …
-
ideas to view and compare from the photo above
- What comments can you share about
what design tips you use to build and kid-friendly home?
| Supporting Resources (opens new win) | |
| HOW TO: foster learning at home | |
| INFO: tips creating learn space | |
| YOUTUBE: DIY homeschool room on a budget | |
Cover image credit: tips for designing a kid-friendly home by envato.com
end of post … please share it!
links open new winor simply search by entering child play item or other recreational need
Nice pic idea? Leave us a quick comment below.
And please share this pic idea within your social networks.
