8 Youthful Bedrooms That Show Grown-Ups How It's Done
Be a design wild child well past teendom with ideas for adult bedrooms that walk the line
Houzz Contributor. Fresh out of journalism school, I fell into decorating media and immediately discovered a new passion. An Atlanta native, I spent several years as an editor for Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles magazine before making the leap to national publications and websites such as Houzz, Better Homes and Gardens and Southern Accents. I live in Birmingham, Alabama, with my husband and son, who’ve gotten used to coming home and finding the furniture rearranged. When I'm not dragging case goods across the floor, I enjoy good food and wine, college football, music of all kinds, and traveling.
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I'm no designer, but if I were, I think tween and teen rooms would be the most fun to decorate. They lend themselves to experimentation: playing with patterns, testing offbeat colors, mixing quirky finds. Yet there's a line between hip hangout and hot mess. It takes a mature eye to keep the boundary testing in check and coordinate the small details and finishing touches that add a polished stamp.
These eight bedrooms nail that balance so precisely that you'll envy the lucky kids who call them home. We'd love to hear how they inspire you to shake up your space.
These eight bedrooms nail that balance so precisely that you'll envy the lucky kids who call them home. We'd love to hear how they inspire you to shake up your space.
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| This eclectic space is a textbook blend of youthful energy and practiced poise. With bright yet sophisticated hues, big and bold patterns, and funky touches (how fab is that kimono-clad mannequin with a parasol head?), this is eclectic done right. The room bursts with individual character and playful touches that satisfy a tween's craving for self-expression, but the attention to scale and balance suggests a far more adult sensibility. The lesson here? Don't be shy about putting your personality on display. |
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| Pale, airy colors, simple lines and a dearth of clutter give this bedroom a crisp feel that would resonate with anyone who gravitates toward the minimalist look. A daybed with a tailored, asymmetrical skirt is a smart choice that leaves plenty of room for a keyboard in the small space. The ruffly pendant and subtle dabs of pattern keep the look teen friendly. |
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| Pow! What a visual wallop, from the splatter-painted ceiling to the zigzag curtain fabric and edgy art. Swap out the accents and it could go from teen cool to adult glam in a flash. The deep, saturated teal walls could work for a boy or a girl, depending on the other elements in the room. Swaths of white break up the dark colors and prevent them from feeling too oppressive for a teen. |
From the Sputnik ceiling fixture and zebra rug to the vintage lamp, this teen boy's space is effortlessly cool. Squeezing in both a full bed and a twin bed makes for an ideal sleepover setup; it would also work perfectly in a guestroom.
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| Feminine doesn't have to be girly. Think of this boudoir as a princess room all grown up — the Chinese-style four-poster is a fresh twist on an old-fashioned canopy, and a luxurious tufted sofa is the perfect spot to curl up on and study or chat with friends on the phone. Layers of pattern and texture add depth to the quiet palette. |
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| Globetrotter meets traditionalist in this boy's space. Spicy oranges and a kilim rug mingle with classic furniture profiles and menswear-inspired fabrics; wild headboard upholstery keeps it from looking too buttoned down. The scheme broadcasts a sense of adventure and testing limits, and isn't that what the teen years are all about? |
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| Why is it that so many of us are fearless about color in kids' rooms, yet much more timid with it in the rest of the house? The fresh, juicy palette in this space feels kid appropriate yet not at all childish, capped off by a sassy rug and multicolored chandelier that would work just as well in a living space or home office. Black and white testers calm down the high-wattage hues. |
Hello, 1960s! A mod, overscale flower print informs the room's punchy pink and orange palette. Ribbon ties on the canopy, tasseled bolsters, a Japanese basket lamp and a fun, flirty mirror indulge the kid in all of us, regardless of age.
Did you find an idea here to shake up your space? Let us know in the Comments.
Did you find an idea here to shake up your space? Let us know in the Comments.
Ideabook published on Feb. 21, 2013.
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@tcufrog, doing a splatter-painted ceiling may look easy as it sound but you might want to check this link out. http://homeguides.sfgate.com/splatter-ceiling-59206.html
But really- who wants to do that ?!
It turned out SO beautiful. The colour is so warm and inviting. It's been three months painted, and I still walk into the room and say Wow. The white moulding really pops, and the silver/blk accessories I decorated with look amazing.
Your room looks very cozy too.
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