The best storage ideas for kids’ rooms
My four kids aged 11 and under sure know how to accumulate things. Lego and Pokemon cards definitely top the list! Then add to that books, cars, pens, magazines and the stuff from party bags, and I’m left feeling like I’m drowning in a pile of clutter. Anyone else relate?
I’m currently in the midst of re-designing their playroom, to make it feel like a more cohesive space with a place for everything. With the right storage solutions, a kids’ room shouldn’t feel overwhelming or cluttered. Here are some ideas I’ve gleaned along the way for a happy, organised play space, be it their bedroom or a playroom.
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Ikea Kallax is your best friend
This cubed unit is one of the most versatile items of furniture you can buy for storing all manner of things. Fill with pretty baskets or add doors to hide unsightly toys. These are also my go-to for Lego displays: add a divider shelf to maximise display space, or stick some Lego baseplates to the top to create a play station.
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Make a storage bench
If you’re in need of a little seating area, double up on storage too, by hacking a Kallax and turning it into a storage bench. Add a wooden top for extra strength, top with cushions and finish with storage baskets underneath.
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Display Lego Minifigures in a printer’s tray
A quirky and convenient way to display Lego Minifigures is inside the compartments of vintage printer ink trays. A quick search on Facebook Marketplace or eBay will bring up lots for sale. Hang on the wall for a fun and practical display.
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Use picture ledges as bookshelves
Make books easily accessible by having their front covers out on display by stacking them along picture ledges. Fill up a whole wall to create a feature out of the space, too. Ikea Bekvam spice racks also work well in smaller areas for a cosy reading nook.
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Under-bed storage boxes for Lego
I’ve tried all sorts of storage solutions for Lego, but for me, the easiest and neatest way to organise hide all those bricks is to shove them in low-level boxes that fit under the bed or sofa. Trundle drawers are also great for this. You could also go one step further and create a whole Lego world on baseplates that can be slid in and out from under the bed. Here’s a Reel I created on how I store the Lego in our house.
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Free up floor space
Fix a peg rail at a child-friendly height to create a cute display area. Hang fancy dress outfits, bags and wall-hung baskets to keep the floor clutter free. La Redoute and John Lewis do some really lovely hanging baskets for popping soft toys or dressing-up accessories in.
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Create a craft station
Store magazines, colouring-in books and pens in one easy-to-move trolley. Everything is in one place when your kids want to get creative, and it’s easy to wheel along to a table and then move out of the way again. Hobbycraft’s three-tier trolley is perfect for this and comes in an array of sorbet shades.
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Make a gallery wall of art
Create a stylish feature wall of your kids’ artwork that can be easily swapped out in the future. Hanging plain wooden clipboards, like these from Amazon, is an affordable and quirky way to display artwork and makes switching pieces over a breeze.
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If you need some help with storage ideas for playroom or kid’s room, I’m happy to help! My design services for kids’ rooms and playrooms are available remotely through video consultations or in-person if you are Hampshire. Get in touch with me to find out more.
