1. Theme / Style
Never dive into any project without first considering the purpose and style (theme), as it will serve as your guide throughout the design process.
You want to create a space that reflects your child's personality and promotes their imagination and creativity, make sure you factor in your children's interests and age.
Ideally, you want to pick a style your child won’t outgrow quickly, and that will suit your home. One popular style is bohemian chic or "boho chic" style which reflects a carefree, artistic spirit of Bohemians.
| What is boho style? “Bohemian” or “Boho chic” is a laid-back, relaxed, and individualistic way of decorating. While this look began long ago, today it is interpreted based on your style and taste.
A boho-chic playroom can provide your little ones with a vibrant and inspiring environment. Let's explore how to create a playroom, with a boho chic aesthetic.
2. Layout & Storage
Theme decided. Now, it's time to plan the layout of the playroom.
Assess your space and consider different zones that you may like to incorporate like a reading nook, a craft station, a play kitchen, and a designated space for toys. Vertical storage will help you maximize the space, and consider clear containers or labels that will make “tidy up time” tear-free and help teach your children organizational skills.
Consider zones in your playroom, like a kitchen area or a reading nook
BOHO TIP: LET NATURE IN
The boho chic style embraces the beauty of the natural world, so incorporating nature is essential. Plants always add to the overall aesthetic of a home. A potted plant on an out-of-reach shelf (or hanging planter), creates a healthier and more inspiring environment for your child.
| Think natural elements, textures, eclectic mix of colors, and textures.
Consider adding a small indoor teepee or canopy to create a fun hideaway. This will encourage a sense of adventure and imaginative play, but also assist with zoning for the different play spaces you want to create.
3. Appropriate Furniture and Flooring
Selecting the right furniture and flooring is crucial to creating a safe and functional playroom. Child-friendly furniture - like bean bags, cushions, and child-sized tables and chairs - and soft fabrics create a safe, comfortable space.
| Consider using wooden furniture with rounded corners or rattan pieces to add a rustic touch,
BOHO TIP: CREATE COSY NOOKS
Boho chic playrooms are all about creating cozy and inviting spaces for your child to explore, play, and relax. Add comfortable seating options like floor cushions, poufs, or bean bags. Place a soft, plush play mat in a designated play area.
Consider adding a reading nook with space for books, comfy seating, and soft lighting. This will encourage your child to develop a love for reading while enjoying the boho-chic atmosphere.
Read more: How To Set Up A Reading Nook
Often the floor is where we nurture, support and capture memories, so why shouldn’t the floor take center stage as a key part of your decor?
| From tummy time to their first roll babies learn, grow and discover on the floor.
The floor is where parents - and their little ones - spend most of their time so it requires thoughtful attention just as much as the comfort, and design of the furniture.
Toddlekind’s selection of play mats all add warmth, and insulation as well as define different play areas within the room.
Our Prettier Puzzle play mats are completely customizable in size and perfect for any playroom. You can start with a standard option, then expand it as your baby grows using our clever puzzle pieces that have edging to offer a seamless look.
