Little dreamers: Colourful and creative kids’ room ideas
A child’s bedroom is more than just a place to sleep – it’s a space for play, imagination and creativity. Whether you’re designing a nursery, a toddler’s first big-kid room or a space that grows with them, the right colours and patterns can make all the difference. With a large range of paints and wallpapers from Resene, you can create a room that reflects their personality while ensuring it remains stylish and timeless. Here are four inspiring styles to consider.
Whimsical wonderland
This simple rainbow in a gradient of blues is an easy way to add a whimsical touch to a child’s bedroom. The main wall is painted in Resene Half Spindle with rainbow in Resene Frozen, Resene Spindle, Resene Gelato and Resene Zircon, floor in Resene Half Spindle, pendant light in Resene Black White, toy box in Resene Gelato, white chest in Resene Zircon and ladder in Resene Black White. Clothingand other cushions from Country Road, throw from Città, journal from Kikki K.Project by Emily Somerville-Ryan, image by Bryce Carleton.
For children who love fairy tales and fantasy, a whimsical room design can transport them into a magical world. Soft pastels, dreamy murals and nature-inspired details can bring this look to life. Paint walls in Resene Half Pale Rose, Resene Blue Chalk,Resene Quarter Periglacial Blue or Resene Apple Green for a delicate, ethereal feel. Pairwith soft floral fabrics, woodland animal toys or gentle cloud patterns to enhance the storybook charm.
Playful and bold
With a mural full of friends and a handy chalkboard space, this bedroom is designed with playing in mind. The right wall is painted in Resene FX Blackboard Paint, mural in Resene Black, Resene Pohutukawa, Resene Paddock, Resene Quarter Coriander, Resene Butterfly Bush, Resene Twister, Resene Half Sea Fog, Resene Carpe Diem, Resene Broom, Resene Dell, Resene Limeade, Resene Rock N Roll, Resene Glamour Puss and Resene Woodstock, vertical rail in Resene Dell, cot, bench, stools, floor and vase in Resene Half Sea Fog, ball and table in Resene Moonbeam and ball in Resene Fairylight. Cushion, toys on bench and fox from Bob & Friends, rectangular cushion from Aesthetic Store, sippy cup from Haven. Mural by Hannah Tapner and chalk art by Leigh Stockton.Design by Tracey Strange, image by Belinda Merrie.
If your child has a big personality, why not reflect that in their room? Bright and bold colours energise a space and make it fun for playtime. Add a feature wall or pops of colour in Resene Half Moonbeam, ReseneAviator, Resene Dancing Girl or Resene Keppel to create a striking backdrop. Don’t be afraid to include the kids in choosing their paint colours – they might not be exactly what you’d go for yourself but including them in the process means they will love their space even more!
Top tip:Looking for something a little more fun?Resene FX Blackboard Paint or Resene FX Chalkboard Paint offer a chalkboard finish so you can let your little one's inner artist free every day. Add some delicate shimmer to a painted wall or object withResene FX Pearl Shimmer. It’s great for rooms where a little moon dust or fairy dust is needed. Or reach for the stars with a night time scene painted in Resene FX Nightlight glow-in-the-dark paint.
Nature’s retreat
Resene Wallpaper Collection 38119-2 offers a gentle nature pattern and calming hue.
Bringing the outdoors in can create a calming and grounding space, perfect for kids who love animals, adventure or simply relaxing in nature. Resene Wallpaper Collection 38119-2 is a great choice for a nature inspired room – pair with soft greens and warm neutrals. Think Resene Clover and Resene Dellfor an earthy, forest feel or Resene Quarter Lemon Grass and Resene Half Ash for a more subtle natural look. Adding wooden furniture or natural textures will enhance the organic feel of the space too.
Top tip:Get some Resene testpots in the same shades and let the kids paint their own artwork for their room. It’s lots of fun and will also match your colour scheme!
Timeless neutrals with a twist
In this mostly neutral space, the wall stripes are painted in Resene Merino, Resene Ebb and Resene Truffle (stripes are painted 30cm wide), floor in Resene Quarter Truffle, bookshelf in Resene Soothe, stacking rainbow in Resene Merino, Resene Ebb, Resene Truffle, Resene Apache and Resene Brown Sugar, lidded small baskets in Resene Merino and Resene Apache and pencil pot on table in Resene Brown Sugar. Rug from Mocka, canopy from Adairs, basket, books and bunny toy from Little Whimsy.Project by Vanessa Nouwens, image by Bryce Carleton.
For a room that will grow with your child, a neutral base with gentle accents, like Resene Ebb in this space, is a great choice. Soft whites and greys, like Resene Alabaster or Resene Quarter Foggy Grey, create a versatile backdrop which you can pair with pastels like Resene Poet or Resene Peppermint. Add pops of colour through furnishings and bedding too – this approach allows you to update the space easily as their tastes evolve.
With Resene’s extensive range of paints and wallpapers, you can create a kids’ room that’s both functional and full of personality. Check out the Kid's bedroom decorating inspiration galleryfor more ideas and head to your local Resene ColorShop for advice and to view your favourite paint colours and wallpapers in person.
Published: 04 Feb 2025
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Resene Half Pale Rose
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Resene Half Pale Rose
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Resene Quarter Periglacial Blue
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Resene Quarter Periglacial Blue
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Resene Quarter Coriander
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Resene Quarter Coriander
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Resene Butterfly Bush
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Resene Butterfly Bush
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Resene Half Moonbeam
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Resene Half Moonbeam
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Resene Quarter Lemon Grass
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Resene Quarter Lemon Grass
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Resene Quarter Foggy Grey
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Resene Quarter Foggy Grey
the look
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Resene Half Pale Rose
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Resene Half Pale Rose
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Resene Quarter Periglacial Blue
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Resene Quarter Periglacial Blue
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Resene Quarter Coriander
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Resene Quarter Coriander
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Resene Butterfly Bush
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Resene Butterfly Bush
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Resene Half Moonbeam
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Resene Half Moonbeam
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Resene Quarter Lemon Grass
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Resene Quarter Lemon Grass
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Resene Quarter Foggy Grey
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Resene Quarter Foggy Grey
the look
If you're stuck on what
colour to use or need colour
advice, try out the Resene
Ask a Colour Expert service.