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The junior Deco edit: 25 stylish buys for kids rooms
Give the little ones in your life an early initiation into the joys of good design with our edit of furniture and accessories
Good kids room furniture should be practical but, more than that, it should also be beautiful. Whether you are looking to completely redesign your little ones room with inspiring decor that will boost their imagination or simply want to find that one new item that will give your kid’s sanctuary an instant style boost, we have the pieces that will do the job. Storage ideas, kids beds, miniature takes on classic chairs, even playful accessories – it’s all present and correct!
‘Monterey’ kids’ work desk, Montana
Designed by Montana founder Peter J. Lassen, this perfectly scaled down version of the brand’s original desk is the ideal station for homework, crafts and play. It is available in 40 lacquer colours (we love the cheery deep pinky-red ‘Rosehip’) and comes with a protective writing pad. £725, montanafurniture.com
‘Carnival’ double pendant ceiling light, John Lewis & Partners
Simple forms and crisp shades of mustard yellow and celeste blue give this mobile-like double pendant a playful, mid-century feel. While it’s perfectly suited to a child’s bedroom or nursery, it would look equally at home in a hallway. £68, johnlewis.com
‘Baby Utrecht’ lounge chair, Cassina
Re-proportioned to be ergonomically correct for children, Gerrit Thomas Rietveld’s instantly recognisable design is a true contemporary heirloom. Originally designed in 1935 for the Metz & Co department store in Amsterdam, its chunky geometric form is guaranteed to delight kids and adults alike. £1,798, cassina.com
‘Momi’ mini outdoor table, Oyoy
A classic outdoor bistro table perfectly recreated in miniature, this charming rattan piece is also incredibly sturdy. Ideal for getting little ones outside to make the most of the sunshine. £99, oyoylivingdesign.co.uk
Metal trolley with wheels, Zara Home
How to encourage kids to tidy up their toys? Give them this cute metal trolley on wheels to throw everything in at the end of a play session. £80, zarahome.com
‘CH411’ table and ‘CH410’ chair, Carl Hansen & Søn
Crafted by Hans J Wegner as a gift for his friend’s son, these enduringly stylish pieces are produced using FSC-certified beech and slot together like a pleasing puzzle. The set is sure to inspire a long-held love of good design in young users. £376 for the chair, skandium.com
‘Adada’ rocking horse, Fermob
With its light aluminium frame (recycled from existing parts and tubes from other pieces of Fermob furniture) and pads to prevent it scratching the floor, this cheerful rocking horse is the ultimate combination of fun and functionality. You can choose from a wide range of crayon-bright shades, but we love the jolly ‘Capucine’ best. £299, fermob.com
‘Cherry/Emerald Double Sided’ quilt, Society of Wanderers
Cute, colourful and chic, this 100% French flax double sided quilt will work in a cot or toddler’s bed, or as a play mat. Over time the linen will become even softer and cosier and best of all, it doesn’t need ironing. £262, societyofwanderers.com
‘Kasbah’ polar bear rug, Doing Goods
We all know from Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials that polar bears are noble creatures and now children can experience their majesty and magic in their own room with a hand-tufted rug. £92, amara.com
‘Trotter’ chair, Magis
What’s more useful than a kids seat that your child can wheel around with them? This one is designed to function like a wheelbarrow for a fun take on functional furniture. Designer by Rogier Martens back in2015, it’s still bringing joy today. £247, utilitydesign.co.uk
Wooden storage box, Lego
Perhaps the world’s most famous children’s toy – Lego is an abbreviation of the Danish word for play well – the brand’s beloved blocks make the perfect form for stackable storage – especially when crafted from dark-stained or soap-treated wood. £174.99, johnlewis.com
‘Up Step’ stool, Ferm Living
Give the younger generation a step up (literally) with this practical piece of furniture that’s available in red, beige or black. Ideal if you want your child to reach the kitchen countertop to help out with baking, or be able to get their favourite book from the shelf. £114.88, fermliving.com
‘Busenkel’ duvet cover, Ikea
Big top style is the ideal way to bring fun and flair to a kids room. With bold stripes on walls and ceilings seen in the playrooms of several interior designers’ offspring – see our edit of inspiring kids room decorating ideas – this duvet set is a way to try out the look without even picking up a paint brush. £27, ikea.com
‘Eames’ elephant, Vitra
Whether you love them as decorative objects or as handy stools for little bums, these colourful elephants designed by the lord and lady of mid-century design, Charles and Ray Eames, make a fun addition to kids rooms and play areas. £219, johnlewis.com
‘Ice cream’ mirror, EO
Give your kid’s room an injection of summertime cool with this mirror by fun children’s furniture brand EO. Shaped like a traditional lolly, it is the ideal addition above a bed or desk. £98.95, scandiborn.com
‘Twist’ kids cutlery, Georg Jensen
Designer Alfredo Häberli drew the fun characters that make up this four-piece cutlery family. Made of mirror polished stainless steel, the set is hardwearing as well as entertaining. Mealtimes will always be fun with these practical dinner guests. £75, georgjensen.com
Elephant rattan bookcase, The White Company
Who said bookcases have to be boring shapes? Why can't they be animal shaped? This elephant storage unit has just enough space to artfully display favoured toys, books and trinkets. Plus, none of the shelves are higher than little hands can reach. £245, thewhitecompany.com
‘Tripp Trapp’ chair, Stokke
Investing in pieces of furniture for your child can be disheartening when they grow up so fast, but this design by Peter Opsvik – celebrating its 50th anniversary this year – has the unique selling point of adapting as your child’s needs change. £209, stokke.com
‘Knox Spindle’ bed, Habitat
Single bed, chaise longue, sofa… this stylish piece of children’s furniture does it all. Its birch wood frame and spindles give this piece a look that belies its affordability. Plus, its scandi-style looks are unlikely to go out of fashion. £380, argos.co.uk
‘Series 7’ chair, Fritz Hansen
Reissued for young design fans in a smaller size back in 2005, this classic chair by Arne Jacobsen is also available in pastel blue and white, with powder-coated metal legs in matching hues. £257, skandium.com
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