How to divide a bedroom for boys and girls: practical and creative solutions
Having only one room available for two children, a boy and a girl, presents itself for many families as a problem that is not easy to deal with. Especially when the children start to grow up, in fact, their desire for autonomy and different needs make it necessary to find a solution that allows everyone to be satisfied, obviously taking into account the space available.
Furnishing a boys’ and girls’ room can therefore seem a complex challenge, but with some practical and creative solutions it can be overcome by creating a functional and harmonious shared space for both children. Here are some tips on how to divide a boys’ and girls’ room without sacrificing style and customisation for each child: we will discover together how to make the most of the space available and what furniture to choose for a shared room.
How to furnish a single bedroom for boys and girls
We have also seen in other articles how the first step in furnishing a room is to carefully consider the needs and preferences of those who will live in it on a daily basis. This is even more important when there are two or more children and especially if they are of different sexes. In fact, a bedroom must offer space for sleeping, studying and playing, but also to guarantee a certain level of independence for its guests, and a well thought-out organisation is essential for this.
When furnishing children’s rooms for two, it is important to opt for intelligent furniture solutions, such as furniture that optimises space, especially if this is small. A winning idea can be a bunk bed, a perfect solution to save space and create separate areas for the children, or alternatively, a loft bed that can offer extra space under the bed, useful for storing objects or creating a study area.
Dividing and customising spaces
Another important design cue can be to try to create different zones for the two guests. To divide the room without masonry work, for example, there are several practical solutions. A room divider can be an excellent option to visually separate spaces: you can opt for a curtain, an open bookcase or even a custom-made piece of furniture that divides the room into two parts, so that each child can have his or her own corner without sacrificing too much space.
Even if the space is shared, it is then important that each child can feel at home in his or her own area. You can therefore try personalising the rooms by using wallpaper to create a visual distinction between the two areas, for example by choosing wallpaper with different colours and patterns for the boy ‘s area and the girl ‘s area, or by using small details such as carpets, cushions and wall decorations that can help define each child’s personal areas.
Space-saving solutions for a shared nursery
When furnishing a bedroom for two, space management is therefore fundamental, and if the surface area of the room is not particularly large, the problem may appear even more difficult to solve. In reality, thanks to the many furnishing solutions available today, you can make the most of the space available by using space-saving products such as:
- Bunk beds or sliding and folding beds that utilise the space in height or that fold up, leaving the floor free during the day for play or other activities;
- Shared wardrobe with a well-organised internal division to store both children’s clothes without creating a mess. To save additional space, wardrobes with sliding doors can also be considered.
- Built-in desks and solutions such as hanging desks or study corners under the mezzanine make use of vertical space, leaving more free area for play.
Ideas for furnishing a male and female bedroom in a harmonious way
The ultimate goal is, in short, to create a shared bedroom that is cosy and functional for both children, but also respects their individual preferences, and to achieve the best result you can also focus on a few other small things.
Choosing neutral colours for the walls and main furnishings allows, for example, to avoid conflicts of taste and makes the room more flexible over time. You can then enrich the space with colourful accessories that reflect the personality of each child, perhaps offering each one an area where they feel comfortable and can decorate to their liking. Whether it is a bed decorated with their favourite characters or a small reading corner, it is important that each child has a space of their own.
Creativity and functionality for a perfect bedroom set
Furnishing a unique bedroom for boys and girls is not impossible: with the right solutions, it is possible to create a cosy, functional and customised environment for each child.
By opting for space-saving solutions such as a bunk bed or loft, using dividers to separate spaces and customising each area according to each child’s preferences, it will not be difficult to achieve a room that is both practical and beautiful to look at. With a little creativity, it is in short possible to make both children happy, even in a shared space!