How to Decorate a Sophisticated and Elegant Nursery

A nursery does not have to be filled with cartoon characters, have a mural, or be the typical pink or light blue. This article will offer ideas on how to decorate a nursery in a more sophisticated and elegant style.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Many baby rooms start with a theme. Perhaps it is teddy bears, boats, princess, cars, a certain cartoon character, a sport, and the list goes on. If you would like a sophisticated nursery, it is best to NOT use a theme. Often times if you have a few theme items, your baby will get an endless amount of gifts in that theme making the room look like a gift shop.

2. The first thing to decide when decorating a nursery is the color scheme. Some popular sophisticated color schemes are currently chocolate & light blue, chocolate & pink, sage green & pink, black & yellow, navy & green, red & pink, or lime green & chocolate.

3. When selecting bedding, bypass your local baby store. For a more sophisticated look, check online at baby boutiques, or you can purchase adult bedding and have it tailored to fit a crib sized mattress. Consider using multiple coordinating patterns for interest.

4. Babies have lots of functional furniture that is not always attractive. Consider putting the changing table in a closet. You can even replace the closet door with a drape for easier access and more decorative appeal. Instead of the traditional baby glider, shop for a vintage or antique rocking chair. There are also lounge chairs available today that offer a rocking feature however the rocking mechanism is hidden.

5. Store kid clutter out of sight. Consider using an open bookshelf with baskets for toy storage. All other items should be put away.

6. Finish decorating the room as you would any other room in the house. Select coordinating rugs, paint the walls to match with the bedding, use elegant light fixtures (maybe a chandelier), artwork, and other sophisticated furniture.

7. Try to select green eco-friendly products whenever possible. Consider an organic mattress and linens, organic carpet, and no VOC (volatile organic compound) paints.

Resources

• Fletcher Design Consultants

[rspears01]

on 1/20/2009 Great article! 5* recommend!!!

[mosscampion]

on 12/3/2008 I will be decorating our nursery soon when we start a family and you've got some great information here!