The home of a large family is a place where everyone is trying to grab a square meter of free space. The “battle” for territory can be reduced to nothing by observing zoning rules. A married couple raising three children has a lot to think about. It’s much easier when kids of the same age grow up in the house. But what to do if there is a rebellious teenager and two preschoolers in the family, or if they are the same age but different gender?
The design of a modern children's room for three should be practical, compact and functional.
Tips for decorating a room for different ages
A large house pampers its owners with space, but a cramped Khrushchev house torments the household in every possible way. Fortunately, you are not the only married couple raising three children in small apartments. Designers have come up with many different projects to make a children's room for three children a comfortable, cozy, interesting and safe place to live.
If you properly organize and plan the space, you will be able to create an individual corner for each child.
The greater the age difference, the more obvious the division of area should be. Toddlers and high school students not only have different interests, but also inconsistent daily routines. Zoning a room can be done in two ways: visually and physically. The first option includes:
- wall decoration;
- color design;
- lighting;
- textile;
- flooring.
Regardless of age category, gender and tastes, the design of a nursery for a family with three children should be comfortable for everyone.
In the second case use:
- canopy;
- curtain;
- closet;
- table;
- sliding panel;
- screen and partition.
To equip a nursery for three, in an apartment or house, the largest room is better suited.
Physical separation can be complete or partial. Most often, the latter option is used to designate individual zones.
Multi-level structures
The range of multi-level beds for three children is quite large. From variations with levels, angular or planar arrangement, you can choose the design that is most suitable for the conditions of the children's room.
Two tiers
Designs in two tiers with three sleeping places at once can be different. It can be a “double bottom” and one place on the second floor, or vice versa, one sleeping place below and two on the upper tier. In the second option, the upper, double bed seems to hang over the lower floor and looks like a balcony. The tiers can be located either under each other or in an L-shape.
Three tiers
The three-tier design saves space in the nursery. True, in this case it will not be very convenient to change bed linen. In addition, this option for accommodating three children can only be used in apartments and houses with high ceilings.
Folding structures
In this case there may also be variations. For example, when folded, it is a bunk bed, and during sleep, the lower, additional tier is pulled out, and a sleeping place appears for the third child.
Two tiers can be folded. This design allows children to have enough space to play during the day.
An interesting option for three children is a fully retractable bed, called a “chest of drawers” or “matryoshka”. In this design, three berths are pulled out sequentially, which when unfolded take the form of steps.
How to decorate a room for children of different sexes?
A nursery for three kids, one of whom is of a different gender, should reflect their inner world. A mixed-sex interior is a puzzle with an asterisk. You won't be able to please everyone, but it's worth trying to find a compromise. For the design concept, take the cartoon characters that all children love. But if in your case this is an extremely difficult task, then stick to neutral tones.
The design should use a gender-neutral color scheme with universal patterns and prints.
Pastel colors and cream shades, Scandinavian style and neoclassicism are an excellent solution in which little hooligans and growing princesses will get along. To maintain neutrality and play up gender differences, you need to place easily replaceable decorative items.
The convenience and comfort of the interior of a nursery for three depends entirely on a well-designed plan.
Contrasting shades of pink and blue are a popular type of interior design. Conflicts of interest are unlikely to be avoided, so it is necessary to find common ground. To convey the integrity of the overall style, use spot color mixing. This technique is compared to the ancient Chinese Yin-Yang symbol. Just as the colors of two opposites echo in the sign, so in the room you can use the points of the boys’ interior on the girls’ territory. For example, place blue pillows on a pink sofa.
If there is a balcony in the room, it can be combined with the living area and converted into a work area or dressing room.
Correct placement of furniture in a children's room
Depends on the number of children living in the room and their age. A mandatory element of the interior for schoolchildren will be a table installed by the window. If you have two children, purchase a paired model with one tabletop. The bed is installed along one of the walls; it can be a bunk model for two, two beds with curtains, or a small ottoman for one child.
A bunk bed will be the best solution when placing two children in a room
A corner wardrobe will fit perfectly into the corner by the door, while the wall remains free, on which you can hang shelves for small items and books, and create a cozy corner with a mirror for girls. In a narrow space, furniture with round and oval shapes will look better.
A two-row layout is acceptable if there is a passage of at least 1 meter wide between the rows of furniture
When installing a sofa for sleeping, give preference to corner models that will occupy one corner of the room and leave enough free space for games and entertainment.
You can fill empty corners in a narrow bedroom with built-in structures - cabinets for storing things or open shelves for books and decorations
All furniture in a small room should be multifunctional; manufacturers offer many models of this type, and you can easily choose the appropriate option that will be convenient and comfortable for children.
Long planes can be decorated with paintings, mirrors or drawings - decorating the walls in the center makes the room wider
When creating the interior of a nursery, pay attention to what your child loves. What colors, cartoons and fairy tales he prefers, first of all, be based on his wishes
Then you will rarely see your child in the living room; he will spend the day and night in his room.
How to plan space?
The golden mean is a rule that must be followed in zoning. A small apartment does not allow children to be placed in different rooms. Parents must ensure that each child has equal living conditions. But the main thing in this matter is not to overdo it. Do not take the recommendation literally and do not slide into a major overhaul. A competent layout will allow you to create a cozy room for 3 children of different ages and genders.
With the use of proper zoning, a sufficient amount of free space will remain in the room.
The room should have several zones:
- bedroom;
- educational;
- gaming;
- wardrobe;
- rest zone.
Each of them carries a certain functional load, depending on which suitable furniture is selected.
Large bedroom from 19 sq.m. and more, provides the opportunity to install three separate beds, desks, lockers for each child and even a sports or play complex.
Important! A nursery for 3 children is a miniature apartment. If adults relax, work and play sports in separate rooms, then children have all this in the same room, but in different zones.
For a restful sleep
The sleeping area is located away from sunlight and noise sources. For it, choose a place along blank walls or in their corner. Beds should not be placed near windows and doors so that nothing interferes with sleep.
A large-width window sill will perfectly serve as a desk or computer desk and thereby save space.
For study and activities
This zone is a place in the sun. The desk is placed near or near windows so that most of the table top is flooded with sunlight.
A very important stage during renovation is zoning, thanks to which the room is divided into certain areas.
For games
The play area in the children's room for three children is a space for outdoor games and fine arts (drawing, modeling, appliqué, etc.). A wall bars, board games, art supplies and toys are placed here.
It is better to decorate the place for games in brighter and richer colors to create an energetic atmosphere.
For relax
The recreation area does not involve active activities. Here you can read a book while sitting on a small sofa or watch cartoons on your tablet.
For the sleeping and study areas, it is important to choose calm pastel shades that promote the necessary psychological mood.
Note! Areas for relaxation and games can be combined. For little ones, just a free space filled with their favorite toys will do, and for preschoolers you will need a small table and chair to make it convenient to assemble the construction set and make something.
For storing clothes
The wardrobe area is a system for storing things. You can put a wardrobe and a chest of drawers in it.
The photo shows the arrangement of beds in the interior of a spacious bedroom for three.
Important! It is not recommended to store toys, writing instruments and clothes in the same place. All items must be kept in the area in which they are used.
Layouts and zoning
The convenience and comfort of the interior of a nursery for three depends entirely on a well-designed plan. Large bedroom from 19 sq.m. and more, provides the opportunity to install three separate beds, desks, lockers for each child and even a sports or play complex. With the use of proper zoning, a sufficient amount of free space will remain in the room.
In the design of a small room of 9 sq. or 12 sq. in Khrushchev, it is not recommended to use finishing in dark colors, as it will help reduce the area. Wallpaper with a vertical striped print will help give the bedroom visual height, and canvases with horizontal lines will visually expand the space. A ceiling plane with a 3D image will add additional volume to the room.
A very important stage during renovation is zoning, thanks to which the room is divided into certain areas, such as a play area, a place to sleep, relax, a work or creative corner. For separation, partitions are chosen in the form of curtains, screens, screens, furniture items and facing materials.
The photo shows an option for zoning a children's bedroom for three children of different ages.
Also, when arranging, you should pay special attention to the elongated room. It is advisable to divide such a narrow room into separate sections, for example, place a desk or computer desk by the window, organize a creative corner and other zones nearby.
It is better to decorate the play area in brighter and richer colors to create an energetic atmosphere, and for the sleeping and study areas choose calm pastel shades that promote the necessary psychological mood.
The photo shows wooden sliding partitions in the design of a children's room for three.
Which interior style should you choose?
Choose a children's interior design for three children not from personal preferences, but after consulting with the younger generation. If, due to age, the baby cannot express wishes, then rely on your taste.
Furniture structures should be as stable as possible and have a small height.
Remember that the entire interior dances with the design style. Having decided on the direction, you will need to choose the right finish, appropriate lighting, furniture and decor. This way, you will convey the spirit and mood of the chosen design, drawing on its distinctive features.
Classic and neoclassical
An excellent choice for growth. This style is timeless and fashionable, it is always relevant and popular. This option is suitable for both boys and girls. Classics are easily recognized by their homely comfort, abundance of natural materials and warm color palette.
When finishing a nursery, natural materials are preferred, in the form of eco-friendly wood and natural textiles.
Cool shades have the right to life when the room is on the south side. To decorate the walls, use wallpaper with a traditional pattern (checks, stripes, floral and plant motifs), for the floor - parquet, cork, for the ceiling - stucco.
Carpet, parquet or laminate are suitable for covering the floor; the walls are ideally decorated with wallpaper, paint, decorative panels or plaster.
Scandinavian style
In a children's room for three children, the interior of which is made in Scandinavian style, there is always a lot of light and space. Both boys and girls will love this design. It is simple to implement, does not require unnecessary decoration and is relatively inexpensive. This style can be recognized by natural textures, white color interspersed with bright shades, ethnic patterns and translucent curtains.
Each design has its own accessories and decorative elements.
Modern
One of the most common options for decorating a nursery for three children. Combinations of “calm” shades are appropriate here:
- cream;
- beige;
- grey-pink;
- aquamarine.
Many parents prefer a themed design for their nursery. This decision is completely justified.
But at the same time, furniture and textile design allows the use of rich tones of red, orange, light green, ultramarine and violet. Modern is ideal for a children's room because it does not tolerate sharp corners and straight lines.
American
Eclectic and unpretentious design. This style allows you to unleash your creativity. Here the emphasis is on practicality and convenience. An American-style room is suitable for preschoolers and teenagers. A light palette prevails in the decoration of the room. Furniture and decorative elements should form a symmetrical ensemble.
When decorating a room, age characteristics are primarily taken into account.
Children's room color and division
If you zone a children's room using different colors, this will be one of the most uncluttered divisions of the room. The main thing in choosing the color of a room for a nursery is to choose the most suitable colors for both boys and girls. The most ideal option would be neutral tones.
Read more about choosing the color of a room for a nursery below.
The color scheme is:
- On a common theme, when the room is decorated in one style, without any division. You can use a variety of themes, for example, animals, jungle, cartoons, etc. But this is only if the children have the same tastes and interests. If you are decorating a room into two parts, be sure to keep in mind that you need to please both. The result should not be more black or, conversely, more pink. Everything should be in moderation. It's better to choose neutral tones.
- Monochrome design, when zoning occurs by separating different shades related to the same color. For example, choose a shade of blue that is bright and saturated for a boy, and smooth and not bright for a girl. This design method looks very wonderful when using brown and its shades. This design of a nursery for two children can be diluted in a very original way by adding bright accessories. For example, it could be a lamp, textiles, toys and more.
- Contrast. Here you will combine different colors for a zone for a boy and, separately, for a girl. A combination of colors such as yellow and blue will be original; pink with green; lilac with green; lilac with gray and others.
Rules for good lighting
Lamps, night lights, chandeliers and LED lighting create the atmosphere of the interior. There should be a lot of light in the nursery. It is customary to divide light into warm and cold. The first is placed in rest and sleep areas, the second in study and play areas. The lighting in the room should be uniform. Be sure to install one main light source and several additional ones located in different zones.
With the help of separate lighting, in the form of spotlights, it is possible not only to zone the room, but also to highlight the child’s personal space.
Lighting
Chandeliers, lamps and lighting selected with an eye to interior items complement the chosen style and create the appropriate atmosphere. Lighting sources should be everywhere in the room, taking into account the temperature. Cold light is good for play and study areas, while a warm source is definitely needed for relaxation and going to bed.
Lighting should be placed evenly. In addition to the main chandelier, there should be additional light sources in each part of the room: night lights, diodes, wall equipment, etc. For example, using spotlights, you can zone part of the room, thereby allocating an individual place for the baby. Some children's furniture already comes with built-in lights: desk lighting, night light in bed, etc.
What furniture to choose?
For the nursery, buy furniture for three children, taking into account the following indicators:
- quality and environmental friendliness of materials;
- strength and reliability of the structure;
- absence of fragile parts and sharp corners.
In addition to artificial light, the presence of natural and natural lighting in the room is encouraged.
When purchasing, give up massive sets in favor of cabinet furniture. Manufacturers offer ready-made solutions with standard sizes, the manufacture of which takes into account the age characteristics and growth of the child. Many people like bunk and triple beds for 3 children in a small room because of the availability of multiple sleeping spaces. Some bed models are equipped with a desk, shelves, wardrobe and more.
Small-sized furniture or a bunk bed to accommodate same-sex children will help save usable space in a small space.
Photos for three children of different sexes
In a bedroom for three children of different sexes, zoning with screens, curtains or plasterboard partitions, which can be used to separate a place for changing clothes, would be appropriate. When decorating a room, age characteristics are primarily taken into account. In a nursery for small children, it is possible to install full beds next to each other and highlight their frames with a certain color.
For three schoolchildren, the best solution would be to delimit the area using a rack or cabinet and place the sleeping places at a comfortable distance from each other. Small-sized furniture or a bunk bed to accommodate same-sex children will help save usable space in a small space.
In the play area, you can also divide the space, arrange a cozy place with toys and dolls for girls and decorate it in soft and pastel colors, as well as highlight a sports corner for boys with a contrasting or cold finish.
Accessories for children's rooms
For kids, any educational toys, swings and play mats are suitable, for elementary school students - a selection of photo collages, for high school students - photo frames, posters of idols, sports equipment.
The design of a room for girls should have a unique finish, well-chosen colors and be especially practical.
Let's sum it up
The interior of a nursery for three children is a balance between pastel colors and bright shades. The room should be well lit. The furniture is comfortable and safe to use.
It is not recommended to use too bright colors in decoration; such rich tones are best used as accents in combination with cladding in delicate pastel colors.
