A room for two children should be safe, practical and multi-functional. Parents need to make every effort to create a comfortable, cozy environment that allows them to provide all the conditions for the normal development of the kids. That is why adults should attract children to design development, listen to their wishes, make their fantasies and dreams come true. Experienced specialists assure that even in a small area you can create a real fairy tale. It is only necessary to approach this issue correctly.
Choosing a room for a children's room
It is important to make sure that the children's room for two children is as comfortable as possible, as the kids will spend most of their time in it. For her choice, one should prefer the largest room, which is located away from the kitchen and living room. Kids should not be distracted by extraneous sounds that occur when visiting guests. And also, they do not want to constantly breathe the smells that appear when cooking. The nursery should always be well ventilated.
A great option are rooms that have many niches, recesses and other non-standard layouts. These details will help to zone space as efficiently as possible. One of the most impractical are rooms with cut corners.
An excellent solution would be to equip a children's room in a room with windows facing the west or east side (a two-way arrangement is also a priority). The lighting of such a room will be uniform during daylight hours, you will not have to use additional electricity.
Design
Of great importance is the choice of design for a children's room for two children. Parents need to carefully think through everything to the smallest detail, create comfortable conditions in the room and not infringe on the interests of each child. First of all, it is necessary to plan sleeping places, a game and training area, and it is reasonable to divide the space. Design and design is at the discretion of the kids. If their interests coincide, you can equip the room in one color and style. When disagreements arise, in no case should one ignore the tastes and preferences of children. The combination of two themes and color solutions looks no less attractive than a single concept.
Zoning Options
A children's room for two children needs competent zoning. This must be done not only for babies of different sexes. Practice shows that even the most friendly morally inseparable children should have their own space (for example, local lighting). Therefore, it is worthwhile to competently approach the issue of distribution of the area, in which experienced designers will help. They are ready to share the following practical tips:
- Sliding constructions. They are made of wood, plastic, glass (it is necessary that it be super durable), drywall. The mechanism of these partitions is created by the type of compartment (advanced). Combined designs with stained glass inserts or metal elements look very impressive.
- Furniture. An excellent solution for zoning, in which the division of the area occurs with the help of cabinets, shelves, shelving, tables, island tables, etc.
- Photowall-paper. Using a thematic image, you can highlight your favorite space for a girl (Barbie's room, princesses, animals, etc.) and a boy (cars, robots, knights, etc.);
- Color spectrum. The design of a room for two children can be originally done by painting the areas of the boy and girl in different colors (pink, yellow and orange are suitable for girls, blue, green and blue colors for the boy). An excellent solution would be to combine the two halves of the room with a third shade, which harmoniously fits into the overall gamut.
- Screens and curtains. This is a mobile and original way of zoning space. They can be easily moved as needed, do not require complex structures and save space.
- Drywall partition. One of the most optimal solutions, since this method allows you to practically create two spaces independent from each other, where each child will feel confident. The photo of the children's room for two children, presented below, clearly demonstrates the benefits of such zoning.
Walls
First of all, it should be recalled that the choice of materials must be approached with maximum responsibility. It is necessary to give preference to environmentally friendly and practical raw materials. The walls should be smooth, pleasant to the touch (without a relief structure). It is important to equip a room for babies in such a way as to prevent the creation of a greenhouse effect. The following wall decoration options are available for two children:
- Paper wallpaper. This is the most profitable budget option, since such a coating perfectly passes air. If necessary, the wallpaper can be easily replaced.
- Finishing material for painting. An excellent option, in which you can constantly keep the room clean (as the walls become dirty, they become covered with a darker layer of paint).
- Washable wallpaper. Preferring this type of finish, you should pay attention to the environmental friendliness of this product (the coating should not be toxic).
- Water based paint. This is also a budget and very worthy option, since the paint is odorless, safe and opens up unlimited prospects for creativity.
Flooring
In the design of a children's room for two children, flooring is of no small importance. In addition to beauty and environmental cleanliness, floors need to be chosen as comfortable as possible. Care should be taken to ensure that they are warm, pleasant to the feet and not slippery. Among the materials, it is recommended to choose the following options:
- Different types of wood (parquet, board, etc.). It is a wonderful environmentally friendly and warm material. Its disadvantages include: low moisture resistance, sensitivity to mechanical damage and high cost.
- Bung. Pleasant to the touch, easy to clean and environmentally friendly floor covering that does not cause allergies. Among the minuses - the lack of resistance to mechanical damage.
- Laminate. For a children's room, you should choose a high-class material, since it is not afraid of moisture and strong enough. Unpleasant aspects are the cold surface and high cost. The first drawback can be eradicated by underfloor heating, the second must be reconciled (an expensive laminate will last much longer than other materials).
- Marmoleum. This is a type of linoleum, the basis of which is natural cork or jute. This material has no drawbacks, except for its high cost.
Ceiling
Without a beautifully designed ceiling, the interior of a room for two children will look unfinished. Here you need to look at the height of the room, because the visual perception of the entire space depends on this. If this parameter does not exceed two and a half meters, there is a reason to choose an easier way of design. It can be whitewash or water-based paint. White (and all its shades) cream and sand colors should be preferred. The main thing is that they be light, because the dark ceiling makes the room lower and smaller, and also negatively affects the nervous system.
In high rooms, suspended and suspended structures can be used. When choosing such a ceiling, it is necessary to prefer high-quality material, since low-grade samples are toxic and harmful to the child's body. Among the design solutions you can find the following options:
- Imitation of the night sky and space (you can also use wallpapers with luminous stars, attach models of the Moon and planets to the ceiling).
- A model of a blue sky with clouds (a lamp can be designed as a sun);
- The contour of the flower (made of drywall, illuminated by LED bulbs).
Sleep area
One of the most important values is the sleeping area, especially when it comes to a room for two children of different sexes. Kids should fully relax, without experiencing the slightest discomfort. It is desirable that this area be as suitable as possible for the child’s relaxation, so calm unobtrusive colors are suitable for her. Each of the children should have its own bed, which can be arranged as follows:
- Parallel. Excellent placement of beds in a square or rectangular (wide) room, when the beds are on different sides.
- Along one wall. This arrangement is suitable for a rectangular long room. The beds are “wagon”, partitions, bedside tables, shelves, etc. are installed between them.
- In different corners of the nursery. This is an excellent room design for two heterosexual children or children of different ages. This arrangement of beds and skillful zoning will help each of them become the master of their personal corner.
- With combined backs. One baby will not fall into the field of view of another, while they will be able to secretly secretly before going to bed.
- Perpendicularly. This layout is suitable for a square room. A photo of a room for two children with beds set at an angle can be viewed below.
Training area
Each of the kids should have its own workplace, where he can draw, sculpt from clay, read, do homework. This will help to tune in to the tasks and feel responsible for the order in the area of personal space. Parents should consider how to properly place a table, chair, shelves or drawers for functional accessories. An important factor is lighting, each baby should have its own table lamp or lamp. Options for arranging the training zone are as follows:
- One large table, on the sides of which the kids will sit. It would be the right decision to place it near a window where light is usually distributed evenly over the entire surface.
- Tables are located in different parts of the nursery. This layout of a room for two children is most convenient if the room has a large area and two windows. Each child will have their own independent space and the opportunity to focus on classes, without being distracted by a look at a brother or sister.
- Two tables located close to each other can also be near one large window. If it is not possible to place them like this, you need to pay more attention to the workplace remote from natural light and supplement it with electric lighting.
For the sake of creating a comfortable design, especially when it comes to a small room for two children, it is necessary to use furniture designs like transformers. These include:
- A folding table, which is going to a book or increases in size as necessary.
- Retractable structures (or one large table) from window sills, cabinets, shelving or other furniture.
You can equip the training zone with your own hands. If there is a wide windowsill, it would be nice to enlarge it and make a large comfortable table for kids.
Game Zone
For kids it is necessary to have space for games. This makes it possible to fully develop and get used to order from childhood. In order for nothing to disturb them during the game, it is necessary to free the playing area by placing furniture for sleeping and studying along the walls. Important aspects for spending leisure time for kids are:
- Sections for storing toys (baskets, drawers, cabinets, shelves).
- Seating in the form of a small sofa, couch, poufs or chairs.
- Small-sized tables or desks.
- Soft carpet or other similar covering (or underfloor heating).
Room Design for Girls
A room for two children of the fair sex should be special, in it both housewives have their own tastes and preferences, but femininity unites them. That is why it is worth choosing the softest and most delicate colors. The characteristic of the shades is as follows:
- Red. It induces activity, but causes irritation, therefore it is recommended for use as decoration elements.
- Pink. The most common color for girls, as it is delicate, feminine and romantic.
- Yellow. This is the color of the sun, which enhances intellectual abilities and quick wits, tunes to positive.
- Orange. Stimulates activity, invigorates, uplifting. It is recommended to use in the room too calm and timid girls.
- Light green. These shades soothe the nervous system, therefore they are recommended for hyperactive babies.
- Blue. It is the color of freshness, sky and clear water. It positively affects the emotions of the girl, tunes in a romantic wave.
Designers advise using a combination of colors, this will help create an aesthetic harmony of the room and diversify the development of children.
Design room for boys
A room for two children of a stronger sex should suggest a personal space for future men. The correct formation of their characters will depend on the environment in which the boys grow up. If you take into account the color scheme, then you should give preference to the following solutions:
- All shades of blue contribute to the formation of willpower and spirit. Boys will become more determined and courageous.
- Shades of green will help calm the nervous system, so they are more suitable for restless boys.
The above solutions do not have to be basic; they can be used for emphasis or applied to specific areas. The best option is to choose pastel colors, as well as white, gray and brown.
Design room for twins and twins
With the simultaneous birth of twins, parents need to immediately decide how to share a room for two children. At the initial stage, this is not difficult to do, because babies of the same age have the same interests. Twins often try to attract more attention from their parents, so adults are encouraged to equip a room in a mirror image (with the same decor and furniture). As children grow older, they need to take their interests into account and not lose their individuality if there is a desire to add additional details to the interior.
The situation with twins looks similar. Same-sex children can do everything the same, heterosexual - to design a room according to the preferences of a boy and a girl. When the kids begin to grow up, it is imperative to equip them with a separate territory so that everyone can, without hesitation, change clothes and have the opportunity to fully relax.
Room design for different ages and gender
A room for two children of different ages and gender requires a careful design approach. You should pay attention to the personal space of each child so that they feel equally comfortable and do not interfere with each other. In this case, cardinal zoning of the room, especially a berth, is necessary. A child of preschool or primary school age needs a good night's sleep, and a second small child can interfere with his crying at night. Equally important is the presence of a game and training zone, and it is very difficult to combine the conditions for solving the interests of each of the children.
The greater the age difference, the more isolated the personal corner of the brother and sister should be. If the difference is too big, it is recommended to find different rooms for the children. In the absence of such an opportunity, it is worth using a stationary plasterboard partition, which will allow each child to equip the area to his liking.
In the design of the part of the room for the girl, you can use the style of the princess, Barbie dolls, Cinderella, fairyland, romance or original prints (flower, polka dots, etc.). It is recommended for the boy to arrange a corner for a motorist, soccer player (or other athlete), a knight, a sailor, to make part of the room in the form of the Lego constructor or tent. These fantasies must be coordinated with children who always know exactly what they are dreaming of. Adults can only help make all these dreams come true.