It is common for siblings to share a bedroom when you’re living in apartments. When you have a son and daughter of school-going age, you need to design their bedroom very carefully, as they need adequate space to sleep, study, play, store their things, and have fun, too.
The key here is to find that delicate balance between individuality and harmony.
Let’s explore some bedroom interior design ideas for school-going pre-teen siblings today.
Additionally, glass accents like wall panels and shelves can help create an open, bright, and minimalist, yet functional and elegant look.
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Coloured glass panels for a bright, cheerful and vibrant vibe
Traditionally, blue was designated for boys and pink for girls, but today kids have a mind of their own. Ask your children what their favourite colours are, and you can use these two colours throughout the room. Let’s say your son likes green and your daughter, yellow.
You can either divide the room into two halves, and paint each half in one colour. You can get all the decor and accessories in varying hues of these colours, too. Or, you can create a bright and fun environment with glass wall panels.
SGG Colourmaxx Dura is a toughened lacquered glass available in 216 RAL shades, so you’re sure to find one to fit your needs. It is safe, durable, sustainable, and snazzy; children are sure to love it.
Print your children’s favourite cartoon characters, athletes, designs, or scenes on it to create a stunning aesthetic, with SGG Colormaxx Canvas.
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Bunk beds with coloured glass screen dividers and wardrobe doors for zoning and personalization
Children of this age will love bunk beds, and it’s a great space-saving idea too. Coloured wood, or neutral shades with bed linen in the theme colours, can help differentiate between the brother-sister duo.
One of the unique bedroom interior ideas is to arrange the beds in an L shape, so that the siblings can have whispered conversations even after lights out, and make their secret pacts. A small table in the corner can hold a water bottle, light reading and a table lamp
Full-length wardrobe mirrors to help the little ones groom, and add space to the room
Gone are the days when kids used to unquestioningly wear what their parents got them; today, they know what they want, and they make sure they get it, too. Architects and designers advise that it is better to have separate wardrobes for your children.
These wardrobes can be of plywood with a coloured laminate covering on the sides and full-length mirrors on the doors. Clear, high-definition mirrors will help them get ready quickly for school or a birthday party. No more ties askew or hairs out of place.
SGG Diamant Mirrors and SGG Miralite are two excellent options for wardrobe door mirrors. The exceptional clarity ensures crisp, lifelike reflections that enable the viewer to correct the smallest imperfections when dressing up.
But if you really want a unique look for your kids’ bedroom, we highly recommend installing colourful glass shutters, and paste decals on them. The best solution for this is SGG Colormaxx Dura. Safe, vibrant, and playful. This will elevate the bedroom decor like nothing else can.
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Toughened glass partitions to separate the room into personal spaces and afford privacy
Even children between the ages of 5 to 12 need their own space. There are many interior home decor ideas that will help you achieve this. One way to do it is to use glass partitions as room dividers. If you want transparency and promote unity, you can go with clear toughened glass.
However, we’re talking about kids, and it’s important to create a fun space for them. Tinted glass and coloured toughened glass like SGG Colormaxx Dura are an excellent choice here; for a trendier look, there’s always SGG Colormaxx Canvas. These partitions can also give them privacy.
But there’s another way to use the glass partitions, too. They can be used to separate the sleeping and study or play areas. This helps to maintain a sense of unity while also creating an entirely separate space in the same room for different purposes.
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Smart storage for preteens with coloured glass shutters, and glass tabletops for transparency
Modern bedroom interior design is all about making the most of the compact space available without clutter. If you have L-shaped or twin beds, those can be with storage inside, for extra bed linen, winter clothes, towels, etc.
Multi-functional furniture with inbuilt storage is another space saver. Foldable study tables with wall-mounted shelving for storage ensures that the floor is free for the children to play or lounge about. If neat and clean lines are what you want, glass-topped study tables are the way to go.
Glass wardrobe doors and cabinet shutters to encourage children’s creativity and add a dash of fun
Wall decals with cartoon figures or funny quotes, chalkboard walls and pegboards for decor that can be mixed up and changed, is an excellent way to encourage your children’s creativity. You can also provide writeable surfaces by installing back-painted glass panels.
A couple of soft boards can help them tack on reminders of important events, homework submissions or personal achievements.
Lighting and right positioning of mirrors can turn your children’s bedroom into a fairy wonderland
Task lighting for the children’s study tables will help improve focus, while pendant lights and LED strips create a fun and playful ambience. Warm ambient lighting will help them relax and wind down; it’s a good idea to have a small night lamp as well.
Mirrored glass elements are a brilliant way to make the room appear brighter and larger than it actually is. Team it up with a large LED backlit mirror in the middle of the room to create a spiffy aesthetic your kids are sure to love. SGG Aspira combines technology and visual appeal to make a bold yet elegant statement.
Designing a bedroom for children aged 5 to 12 can be challenging, as their personalities begin to form. These modern bedroom interior design ideas are meant to be a guide on which you can build and use your creativity for the best results.
Using mirrors and glass can ensure functionality, enhance the feel of depth and space, and render a distinct visual appeal that is sure to keep your little ones delighted. Saint-Gobain has the best-in-class solutions regardless of what type of glass or mirrors you require for this project. As a leading glass manufacturing company with a robust presence all over the world, our products go through the strictest of quality control measures to ensure that we deliver only the best to you.
In our next edition on children’s bedroom decor, we will explore the best ideas for your teenage children, so stay tuned for that next month! If you would like more guidance, do feel free to reach out to us.
Is it safe to have so much glass in kids’ bedrooms?
Absolutely. Saint-Gobain glass is of the best quality, highly durable, and easy to maintain. The glass is shatter-resistant, which means that it won’t break easily, so you don’t have to worry about your children getting hurt.
I am keen to promote sustainability and have my doubts about glass. Is it sustainable?
Glass can be completely and indefinitely recycled without losing its properties and has low VoC. Made from natural materials like sand, soda ash etc., glass is non-toxic, and has minimal environmental impact. Glass can last for decades, and isn’t prone to rotting or rusting.
How do I ensure both children feel their personalities are reflected in the room?
Allow your children to personalize wall art, their part of the wardrobe, bedding and sheets etc. but keep the overall theme consistent where shared elements are concerned. Use neutral shades with a pop of their favourite colours in their respective areas.
Is there any special benefit of using glass in the children’s bedroom decor?
Glass gives a sophisticated and stylish look, ensures transparency, adds space and depth, creates a unique aesthetic, and can also help regulate indoor temperature. Low-E glass or tinted glass in windows improve heat absorption and reduce the need for air-conditioning.
How do I make the room adaptable as my kids grow?
Timeless furniture, wall colours in neutral hues, and versatile decor that can be updated seamlessly with new accessories and bedding as their preferences change and evolve is the best way to ensure that the room is adaptable as they grow.
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