Here are some space-saving solutions for your kids’ room

 Here are some space-saving solutions for your kids’ room

Maximise space and minimise clutter with these storage solutions for kids

      

      When designing a child’s room, it is crucial to balance the use of space and minimise clutter at the same time.  Maximising floor area and deploying vertical space through shelves or wall-mounted organisers can help save space and make cleaning up easier.  Designing designated spaces for frequently used items and occasionally used items is essential.  Smartly designed storage systems help children foster an inherent ability to organise their space by creating a mental map of where they keep their items.

      Children’s needs change with age, so choose storage solutions that allow for multi-functionality and those that can grow with them.  Toy bins, baskets, benches or ottomans can double as usable furniture and storage pieces.  Wall-mounted organisers like pegboards or baskets can help keep clutter off the floor and make clean-up a breeze.  Bookshelves can include low-height shelves or cabinets to encourage children to put away their own toys and books themselves.

      A clean study desk allows for clarity of thought, and decluttering swiftly can be achieved with vertical storage desks, which have cubbies to quickly access and store their stationary and writing or drawing tools.

       To help your child manage messy items like glue, oil paints, and paper cutters, invest in a sturdy cabinet or shelf to store them neatly and avoid clutter in the main desk area.  Label containers, drawers, and trays for easy access, and use clear plastic boxes for paints, brushes, and tools.  Proper storage promotes creativity and ensures the longevity of supplies.

       When it comes to clothes, wardrobes are challenging to manage due to children outgrowing clothes every few months and therefore wardrobe systems with modularity should be chosen.  Such solutions include custom closet organisers, modular shelves and drawers, sliding doors, clever hangers, and space-saving bags.  These solutions save time and enhance the overall aesthetic appeal of the closet.  Involving children in a wardrobe cleanout every six months can teach children to value what clothing items they have and can lead to early learning on how to lead a sustainable lifestyle.

       Sports storage is another neglected area in a child’s room, as they often play multiple sports and have large, grimy items like cricket bats, tennis rackets, or basketballs.  Create a separate area for large supporting items and segregate smaller items for a clean and fresh room.

       In the bedroom, go for beds, which allow for dust-free storage areas for bedding and also offer under-storage trundles for parents to maximise bed space.  These space-saving solutions not only optimise your child’s room layout, but also help develop positive habits around the organisation that they will harness for the rest of their lives.