When a teenager’s bedroom is left unchecked, it can quickly become a chaotic space with an impressive floordrobe strewn with “stuff”. If you know what we’re talking about and need to get a handle on things, you’re not alone and we’re here to help. Throughout this article, we serve up the tools for turning that chaos into a functional and personalised retreat for your teenager to respect.
Expressing Individuality
You’re striving to create your teen’s dream retreat, so it needs to reflect their unique style and personality. There are many ways to do this, like working together to create a mood board. This can include fabric samples, magazine clips, and inspiring images found online. Encourage them to put in anything that sparks joy, whether it’s a band poster, streaming setup, or a particular colour palette – energetic pops of orange and calming vibes with a periwinkle colour code could work a dream.
If you don’t want the room to get too chaotic again, consider making room for a statement wall. This is your teen’s opportunity to let their inner self shine, so let them go wild with whatever colours and patterns they wish to see.
A great project for you and your teen to share is making DIY pieces of furniture. Take old and tired pieces and turn them into something new, allowing your teen to express their creativity through a productive and healthy activity.
Decluttering and Organisation
Eliminating the clutter is essential for creating a functional and peaceful space for your teen. Start by putting a good chunk of time aside for the big sort, where you’ll go through everything and put them into three piles: keep, donate, and throw. When it comes to the “keep” pile, encourage your teen to be truly honest. Do they love the item, or is it just a space filler?
To keep the floor clutter-free, invest in trendy and functional storage solutions that meet your teen’s aesthetic. Containers with lids can help separate games, toys, and craft supplies. Ottomans with hidden storage space can provide extra seating and storage for out-of-season clothes and blankets. Wall-mounted organisers and shelves offer a space for displaying treasured items like awards or favourite books. Don’t forget to integrate a laundry solution, preventing the floor from becoming a collection of dirty clothes.
If your teen’s room is quite small, use vertical spaces for storage. Hanging organisers, floating shelves, and pegboards can store school supplies, decorative items, books, electronics, and much more. This keeps the most frequently used items within easy reach, creating a more open feel for the room. Another great way to increase storage in a small room is to add a wardrobe with sliding doors! Compared to standard wardrobe doors that swing open, sliding doors allow for more floor and wall space that come at a premium in smaller spaces.”
Creating a Functional Layout
A well-designed layout is essential for creating your teen’s masterpiece bedroom. It should take into account their needs while promoting a smooth flow. Here are some ways to create a functional layout:
- Clearly defined zones. A teen’s room has countless uses, so split it into zones for each activity including sleeping, socialising, studying, and relaxing.
- Furniture placement. With clearly defined zones in place, it’s time to arrange the furniture to get the most out of the space. For example, a relaxation zone could include a comfy armchair, beanbag, a side table, and a small rug to highlight the space.
- Personalisation. Let your teen’s personality enter the layout. Perhaps they want a fairy light canopy hung over their sleep zone, or a gallery of artwork to help them relax.
- Traffic flow. Leave enough space between furniture for your teen to get around easily.
Building a Calming Sanctuary
Turn your teen’s room into a relaxing retreat. Choose calming colours like light green or blue, and change out harsh overhead lights for fairy lights and warm lights. Welcome calming elements like scented candles, white noise machines, and air-purifying plants. Additionally, cosy bedding and an eye mask can help complete the rejuvenating space.
Maintaining the Masterpiece
Keeping the newly-organised haven a reality calls for teamwork. Establish cleaning routines with your teen. Daily tasks include making the bed, cleaning away clothes, and preventing clutter build-up. Schedule regular decluttering sessions to tackle accumulated items. Work collaboratively to discuss challenges and find solutions for maintaining the masterpiece.
Following these steps will give you and your teen the power to transform a messy room into a dreamy, functional, and clutter-free, masterpiece. This collaborative approach takes into account individuality while introducing functionality and organisation. Ongoing regular maintenance ensures the masterpiece continues to promote relaxation, focus, and a sense of peace – a real reflection of your teen’s unique identity.
