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Many may recall this image of a fun and modern nursery that was featured in the late Domino magazine.  I have heard from so many people (bloggers and clients alike) – how much they love it and how great the striped ceiling is.  (So inspirational, that I used it as a concept for a nursery project that I did for a client.)

One thing I often find when designing nurseries for clients is that they want room to grow, for the nursery to transition well once the baby outgrows the crib.  (Thanks to the crib conversions out there – an easy solution!) I thought it was neat to see the same nursery above photographed with the conversion of the bed and full of toddler’s toys – transitioning to a very practical room.

Same room, crib conversion bed, lots of toys!

And an inspiration for a modern nursery concept board I provided for a client.

Look Book featured on The Decorating Diva.

For furnishings such as these, check out both Modern Nursery and Oeuf NYC. I have been using both resources lately for current nursery projects I am working on and espeially love the Oeuf cribs and beds.

Loving this room by interior designer Alessandra Branca that I  came across on The Skirted Round Table blog!  Such a well designed kid friendly play area that makes great use of space. The tented ceiling is fabulous! The pendant lights are sophisticated yet playful too! And, of course, the built-in storage with baskets for toys and books completes the space.

Last month I featured a blog post about Barbie and her dreamhouse, that she was *working* with Jonathan Adler and how she just seemed to have it all…well, she certainly does given she even has her own Philippe Starck Ghost Chair!  It was released in honor of the 60th anniversary of Kartell and the 50th anniversary of the iconic Barbie doll.

Available through Unicahome.

Okay, what they actually want is your teenager’s bedroom. That is, if they have a swimming pool in their bedroom, maybe a race car track (real race cars, not toys silly), a rocket ship (again a real one, not a toy!) or whatever exotic feature that can possibly be out there. Any takers? If not, hire me! That’s one project I’ve yet to have in my portfolio.

MTV is casting for a new show titled Teen Cribs:
Featuring teens living in amazing spaces built by their parents. To be considered, teens must be 13-21 years old and have something distinctive with their personal space and examples include swimming pools, game rooms and theaters to deluxe bedrooms, tree houses and indoor bowling alleys among other ideas. For more information and to apply, send an email to newshows@mtvstaff.com

MTV Cribs.

I’ve been working on a few girl’s bedrooms for clients and have found it’s so much fun to source ideas, inspirations, and furnishings for little girls! (Sophisticated little girls, mind you!)

Such a great idea if needing extra storage space – cover an inexpensive shelving unit with a beautiful fabric:

Corners can often be wasted space, this chair from The Company Store makes perfect use in a bedroom:

The Millie Chandelier from Room Service Home

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I loved this Ikea daybed featured on Project Nursery and (sourced) it below:

I was looking for a reasonably priced daybed. This one is the Hemnes from Ikea and it’s only $399.

Marie Side Table from Anthropolgie:

Love the use of pink and green with chocolate brown. (From Elle Decor



I love this idea of the hand painted decorative tree painted in the corner with the contrast of the black head board. (Picture featured in Domino.)

Bedding from Brocade Home

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If you are looking for creative nursery design (and bedrooms for children), you must check out the projects done by Little Crown Interiors.

Based in Los Angeles & Orange County, the design duo of Naomi and Gerri bring a very individualized and personal touch to each and every room they create.

I was all too happy to discover Naomi was doing interior design (like myself) – our famlies have known each other for years and we grew up in the same neighborhood. I think her mom has known me since I was a toddler and I’ve known Naomi since she was in diapers! How fitting her client’s are in diapers, too! Only joking!

Check out all the fun and creative projects from Little Crown Interiors and be inspired!

This natural nursery was designed with real tree branches combined with branch decals for a truly original feel.

This darling bedroom was designed for a little girl who loves ballet, acting, dancing and of course, everything pink!

This bedroom was created for a little girl with big style.

This nursery was designed with green in mind! Combining fresh colors, animals and the alphabet, we created a warm environment for a baby boy to grow up in.

This colorful playroom was designed for two twin girls who love to dance and a mommy who loves disco!

This nursery was designed with a nautical feel with accents of sea-life for a whimsical touch!

This nursery was inspired by the Delano Hotel in Miami. A fabric draped ceiling created a cozy lounge feel.

This nursery was designed for twin boys. A modern color scheme combined with vintage appeal made this nursery a splash!

This modern nursery was designed around a custom upholstered crib and a love of all things tangerine!

This nursery was created with neutrals and pops of red with twinkling star accents!

Happy to announce their work will also be featured in an upcoming book titled “Design Ideas for Baby Rooms” from Creative Homeowners due out in late spring! Check back for my post on the book release.

Little Crown Interiors
Naomi & Gerri
info@littlecrowninteriors.com
714.357.7555

Check out these fun wall decals (especially for kids!) from Modern Dose. They are called Chalkals and are an adhesive chalkboard vinyl that can be applied to walls and easily moved around (won’t damage paint). Chalk wipes on and off easily.

Hootie Includes: 2 Owls & 2 Branches ($65)

Dimensions:
Large Owl 20” x 17”
Small Owl 14” x 12”
Large Branch 50” x 17”
Small Branch 30” x 16”

Invasion includes: 3 UFOs & 1 Laser Beam ($65)

Dimensions:
Large UFO 37” x 21”
Medium UFO 21” x 12”
Small UFO 15” x 9”
Beam 57” x 17”

See additional wall decals at Modern Dose.

Seems lately I’ve been working on quite a few nursery’s, baby’s bedrooms, & playrooms! I was recently putting together a presentation for a client and came across a lot of fun things for baby’s bedrooms & kid’s rooms. Here are a few of my finds!

Sources: Design Public, David Netto Collection, The Land of Nod, & Blik Decals.