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Modern Colorful Nursery
Modern Colorful Nursery
Magdalena HebalMagdalena Hebal
Modern geometric nursery for a hip Chicago baby. This room had one main challenge - it was located in a rental unit and walls could not be painted or modified. The windows face a brick wall and the room begged for brightness and color. By using custom vinyl wall decals, color and interest were added transforming the room into a multi-colored, kid-friendly oassis with a modern feel.
Viney Nursery
Viney Nursery
Lydia Maskiell InteriorsLydia Maskiell Interiors
Anjie Blair Photography
Boys Nursery
Boys Nursery
Designs by DonnaDesigns by Donna
Putting the child's name above the bed is such a great thing to see for the parents. As the kids get older, you can teach them that is their name. Also but stars on the ceiling for the baby to look at while in bed. Photo by Donna
APPARTAMENTO IN STILE ANNI 70lett
APPARTAMENTO IN STILE ANNI 70lett
Giorgio Davide Manzoni ARCHITETTOGiorgio Davide Manzoni ARCHITETTO
Modern Apartment Upgrade in Cobble Hill
Modern Apartment Upgrade in Cobble Hill
Crown Woodworking CorpCrown Woodworking Corp
A Rug for the Nursery & Beyond
A Rug for the Nursery & Beyond
Floorplan RugsFloorplan Rugs
As pros paid to imagine what's next for the auto industry, Megan and Steve are used to thinking about the future, and designing the room they wanted for their first child was no different. Whether a luggage rack upcycled as a base for baskets or a two-sided, organic mattress meant to last for years, they were seeking wares they would grow into, not out of. They wanted a rug that would do the same thing, and they turned to Floorplan's In-Home Rug Preview for help. You may be thinking, a hand-knotted rug in a nursery?! Yes! This kind of handmade rug was designed to withstand the chaos of an active life, and can generally be spot-cleaned, thoroughly cleaned by professionals and even repaired.
Chic + Modern Baby Girl Nursery
Chic + Modern Baby Girl Nursery
Cure Design GroupCure Design Group
Chic + Modern, neutral + sophisticated. We wanted this Baby Girl nursery to be one that anyone would want to live in. Pairing a mid century modern style gray crib with a colorful tribal area rug. Layering in modern furniture pieces with sweet subtle accents. Cure Design Group (636) 294-2343 https://curedesigngroup.com/
Woodland Nursery
Woodland Nursery
Megan Scott Verzi, Colors on WallsMegan Scott Verzi, Colors on Walls
The clients hoped to achieve a calm feel in this nursery, as well as a look that could grow along with their son. The choice of clean lines and fresh colors provide the crisp, updated feel, while the choice of depicting woodland animals in a realistic way (as opposed to a "cartoonish" approach) means that the little inhabitant of this room can appreciate the design as his tastes become more sophisticated. Design and Images Copyright Megan Scott Verzi, 2016.
Soft and radiant boy nursery
Soft and radiant boy nursery
Maxime IsabelleMaxime Isabelle
Maxime Isabelle
Sibyllegatan 63kvm
Sibyllegatan 63kvm
WÅG Event & InredningWÅG Event & Inredning
Patrik jacobsson
Barefoot Blonde Amber Fillerup's NYC Nursery
Barefoot Blonde Amber Fillerup's NYC Nursery
Newport CottagesNewport Cottages
Modern Colorful Nursery
Modern Colorful Nursery
Magdalena HebalMagdalena Hebal
Modern geometric nursery for a hip Chicago baby. This room had one main challenge - it was located in a rental unit and walls could not be painted or modified. The windows face a brick wall and the room begged for brightness and color. By using custom vinyl wall decals, color and interest were added transforming the room into a multi-colored, kid-friendly oassis with a modern feel.
Girl's Nursery I
Girl's Nursery I
Paint & Poppy Home DesignPaint & Poppy Home Design
Crib is thrifted and re-painted. Gold dots taken from remnant vinyl wallpaper (top, from Target) and applied to finished furniture (crib & changing table). Linens from Babies'R'Us. Mobile from Pottery Barn, purchased used online and re-painted. Sign and wall decor up-cycled from the baby shower.
Blue and Grey Nursery
Blue and Grey Nursery
Sharp and Grey InteriorsSharp and Grey Interiors
Photo by Libby Rawes
Modern Arctic Nursery
Modern Arctic Nursery
D. Buckley DesignD. Buckley Design
Lindsay and her husband Geoff have a new home in Washington D.C. and needed to transform the extra room in to a space suitable for their new little addition. I was excited to take on the project, using Lindsay's beloved childhood stuffed penguin 'Pengi' as a starting point for inspiration. With an arctic-cool color palette, some great Etsy finds, and a little elbow grease, the room came together perfectly: a modern, arctic nursery for their little boy August. Complete with penguins, of course. Photos: D.Buckley Design
Nursery
Nursery
Designs by PortiaDesigns by Portia
The custom made artwork by Portia brings in jut the right amount of the accent color to liven up the gray pallet. The chevron pattern in the curtain and bumper pad brings a contemporary feel the the once very outdated room. Photo by Portia
Glamour Rambler
Glamour Rambler
Suzanne Zahr, Art & ArchitectureSuzanne Zahr, Art & Architecture
Original 60’s rambler remodeled by SZ, includes open floor plan with views and doors leading to rear gardens, perfect for entertaining. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, 1,440 square foot environmentally sustainable home. Eco friendly throughout the home, high character grade Madrona hardwood floors, non-toxic, low-v.o.c. toxicity finishes, terrazzo tiled bathroom floors & natural felted wool carpet-tiled bedrooms. Energy efficient home with low carbon-footprint feels much larger than its actual size due to high ceilings, shared light and diagonal views throughout.
Sprout Modern Kids Furniture
Sprout Modern Kids Furniture
Sprout, Quark EnterprisesSprout, Quark Enterprises
This cute little girl is holding one of Sprout's eco-friendly, 100% recyclable bird print storage bins. They are just the right size for diapers, wipes, clothes, and all the other necessities that come with small children. The bird print is super cute in a kids room, and even looks great in other parts of the house, especially when used together with Sprout's compatible Cubby storage bookcases.
Solace Salt Spring
Solace Salt Spring
Natalie Fuglestveit Interior DesignNatalie Fuglestveit Interior Design
A Solace Salt Spring inspired project including tranquil spaces such as master bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, baby room, and guest rooms. This space is reflects light, natural elements, and provides a instant sense of peace. Interior design by Canadian Interior Design Firm, Natalie Fuglestveit Interior Design. Photo credit: Lindsay Nichols Photography.
Berkley Village
Berkley Village
Area3 Design Studio Inc.Area3 Design Studio Inc.
Kristen McGaughey

Small Modern Nursery Ideas and Designs

Unlike an older child’s bedroom, a nursery is a room that you will be spending a lot of time in as a parent. As well as being soothing for a baby, your choice of modern nursery decor and nursery furniture should make this a relaxing space where you may have to spend some sleepless nights. While you’re picking out modern nursery ideas for cots and changing tables, look for comfortable seating for you, too; a nursery rocking chair can be as important an addition as a baby bouncer, and we bet you’ll hang on to it long afterward. Exploring modern nursery ideas is a creative way to prepare for your baby’s arrival, so have fun picking out nursery furniture sets, nursery curtains, nursery bedding, nursery wallpaper and more baby room ideas that will welcome your little one into the world. For some amazing visual nursery inspiration, browse our galleries for pictures of modern baby room ideas and photos; but before you start, read on for some important nursery decor guidelines:

What modern nursery furniture do I need?

First and foremost, safety is key. When looking at modern nursery ideas, all furnishings should be thoroughly researched so you don’t end up fitting out your baby’s room with anything that could prove dangerous. Nursery furniture sets typically comprise a crib or cot with nursery storage such as a dresser and nursery wardrobe. Adaptable furniture pieces are efficient baby room ideas for a nursery – for example, some baby cots come with drop sides for easy access and adjustable height for the cot mattress. To get even more use out of your modern nursery furniture, why not consider nursery ideas such as a cot bed which can transition to a toddler bed as your baby grows, or a chest of drawers big enough to store cot bedding sets now and your child’s clothes later. However comfortable the furniture, a baby can still have trouble sleeping in a bright room so nursery blackout curtains are a great final touch. Once you’ve browsed through all the modern baby room ideas, have a look at nursery furniture in the Products section to compare cots, nursing chairs and changing tables that you can buy online. If space allows, try to ensure there’s plenty of room on the floor for when your baby becomes mobile. Unlike an older child’s bedroom, a nursery is a room that you will be spending a lot of time in as a parent so add comfortable seating for you – for mum, dad and baby, rocking chairs are great baby room ideas for any nursery. Muted decor is the typical choice for a baby’s room, although don’t limit your palette to pink and blue when thinking of boys and girls bedroom ideas! Use different textures and decor that will both soothe and stimulate your newborn, no matter their gender, and you can also experiment with nursery ideas such as wall stickers that will add sweet and versatile detail while being easy to remove when redecorating.

What colour should I choose for my modern baby’s room?

Who says a baby’s nursery has to be blue or pink? Whether you need modern baby room ideas for a baby boy, themes for baby girl nursery or gender neutral nursery ideas, you can have a field day decorating a nursery in any colour scheme you want. Muted decor is the typical choice for baby room ideas, but different textures and decor can be used to both soothe and stimulate your newborn. For example, a nautical theme comprises classic colours and patterns that are unisex (and, let’s face it, adorable) – you can bring the theme into the room by simply choosing plain blue and red gingham nursery bedding sets. Nursery ideas can change over time – a good tip is to choose patterns and prints for nursery curtains, nursery rugs, nursery bedding and nursery wall art that stick to the same colour palette so you can add new baby room ideas as your child grows. If you’re unsure, white is a beautifully serene choice for nursery interiors; a swinging crib and delicate white crib bedding will lend it a beautiful vintage nursery feel. You can actually select different colours, types of flooring, size and styles when browsing nursery ideas on Houzz, so you can see various types of nursery decor and compare. If you do want a gender specific theme, you can see little girls’ bedroom ideas and boys room ideas by selecting Boy or Girl in the menu, too.

How do I design a shared nursery and toddler room?

A shared toddler and baby room will require even more storage than a nursery, so it’s a good idea to first consider space to fit nursery furniture sets around your toddler’s furniture. Double duty furniture such as fashioning a baby changing table by fitting a mat on top of a chest of drawers, or modular furniture which allows you to mix and match different units to suit your needs, are versatile choices which maximise room. Portable cribs might be a great solution to simply wheel out of the room if you ever need to give your toddler (or baby!) some respite. If your toddler needs some convincing to share, why not involve him or her in picking out nursery ideas and decorating? Choosing nursery ideas and accessories that appeal to your toddler and letting them display their artwork as nursery pictures might make it feel more like their room while adding a bright and cheery decorative element. Browse through the multitude of modern baby room ideas, nursery ideas and photos on Houzz to find inspiration for your nursery. Whether you’re looking for boys room ideas, little girls’ bedroom ideas or baby room ideas with a gender neutral nursery theme, there are hundreds of photos to look through, and if you find some you like you can contact the professional that designed them and talk to them about designing your own nursery. Simply click through on the photo information or search in the Find Pros section.
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