If your child’s room is due a bit of a makeover, you’re in the right place. We’ve rounded up some genuinely funky kids room ideas that are easy to steal, whatever your budget or DIY skill level — from cosy reading corners to statement lighting and clever storage that actually gets used.
Whether you’re doing a full room refresh or just want one weekend project, there’s something here to make their room the most fun room in the house.
Jump to an idea:
[Giant Floor Pillows](#floor-pillows) · [Stuffed Animal Storage](#animal-storage) · [Personalised Art](#personalised-art) · [Book Nook](#book-nook) · [Funky Lightshades](#lightshade) · [Starry Ceiling](#starry-ceiling) · [Custom Closet Space](#closet-space)
Giant Floor Pillows {#floor-pillows}
Giant floor pillows are a comfy, colourful alternative to beanbags, and they’re brilliant for reading, watching a movie, or just hanging out on the floor with friends. They’re also a nice way to add a splash of pattern to a room without committing to new bedding or paint.
Stuffed Animal Storage {#animal-storage}
If your child has amassed a serious cuddly toy collection, turning storage into a feature is a great way to keep the clutter contained without hiding it away in a box. A net, hammock, or shelf-style display gives the toys a “home” of their own and can double as a cosy corner of the room in its own right.
Personalised Art {#personalised-art}
A colourful, personalised print is one of the simplest ways to brighten a bedroom and make it feel truly theirs. Look for prints that let you add your child’s name, birth date, or favourite details — they make a lovely personal touch and work well as a focal point above a bed or desk.
!Lottie Coco personalised print
There’s a huge range of personalised and printed posters available from independent print shops and online retailers if you’d like to explore options to suit your child’s room.
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Create a Book Nook {#book-nook}
A cosy reading corner encourages calm, quiet time and makes lovely use of an awkward or underused space in the room. It doesn’t need to be elaborate — a small chair, cushions, and good lighting go a long way.
!gutter shelving book nook idea
Guttering makes a surprisingly neat, budget-friendly shelf for storing picture books at a child’s eye level, and tucking a small nook into a corner or under a window creates an inviting little reading spot.
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Add a Funky Lightshade {#lightshade}
Lighting is one of the easiest ways to add personality to a room without a big renovation. A statement lampshade — think retro patterns, fun shapes, or bold colour — instantly makes the ceiling a feature rather than an afterthought.
Pairing a bold lampshade with a matching print or poster is a simple way to pull a whole theme together.
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