10 Shared Bedroom Decorating Ideas For Siblings

10 Shared Bedroom Decorating Ideas For Siblings

Decorating a shared bedroom for siblings can sometimes be a challenge – especially if they have very different personalities. You will need to create a unique interior space that both children will want to call home, with enough space for each sibling to feel comfortable. There are a number of factors to considering when decorating a shared bedroom, and you will need to decide on a theme, color scheme, furniture and storage solutions. If a boy and girl both share a bedroom, you will need to incorporate a number of different decorative elements into the room to keep both children happy.

Here are 10 shared bedroom decorating ideas for siblings

1. Use neutral colors

Using neutral colors can be a great way to decorate a bedroom if both children have different personalities and styles, and will stop any arguments about which colors should be incorporated into the space. However, before you decide on a color scheme, you might want to sit your children down and ask them what they would like in their bedroom. Note down any design ideas that both siblings present to you, and see if you can reach a compromise if both children want different things.

Shared Bedroom Decoration

2. Use different colors in different parts of the room

If you have decided to use a neutral color as the primary color in the room, you may then want to add splashes of color on either side of the bedroom if you have decided to split the room in two. For example, you may want to use bold reds and incorporate these into one side of the room, and follow this color scheme through when choosing bed linen or other decorations. You could then use blue on the other side of the room, which could be used to contrast the red.

3. Marking out territory

Marking out which part of the room belongs to whom can sometimes be tricky, and you will need to be as fair as you can if you have two children sharing the same bedroom. Placing a bed on either side of the room can give each sibling some space, and they can then store their items on their side without intruding on the other.

4. Incorporating themes

The themes that you want to incorporate into the room will depend on whether your siblings are of the same sex or not. A sports theme may be a great idea if you have two boys, and you could follow this theme through into the decorative elements that you choose – for example, bed linen with a sports motif, or team colors used throughout the room. It can be a little bit more tricky if you have a boy and a girl, although there are several themes that you could use that will satisfy both children. For example, a zoo or safari theme can be gender neutral, and you may want to incorporate animal-print curtains or cushions into the bedroom for example.

Thematic Decoration for Siblings

5. Canvas prints

Canvas prints can be a great way to add a splash of color into a shared bedroom, especially if you chose neutral colors on the wall. They can also provide a focal point for the room and can even initiate conversation when friends of your siblings come over to the house. These prints are available in a number of sizes, and can be chosen in various themes and designs. Choose something that both siblings would be happy hanging on their wall, or go one step further and place two canvas prints side-by-side, each one reflecting the personalities of each sibling. You may even want to take a photo of your children and convert this into a canvas print to use on the wall. Many companies offer this service, and it can be a great way to customize the bedroom for a cost-effective price.

6. Consider bunk beds

There are a number of advantages and disadvantages to having bunk beds in the room. Although they can save on floor space, and allow you to incorporate a number of other elements into the room, they might not be the best idea if your siblings don’t get on very well. Having separate beds on either side of the room gives each child their own space, and there will be no arguments about who gets the top or bottom bunk. Having twin beds may work out to be more expensive however, so comprise a budget and try to stick it as closely as you can. Follow this rule when choosing any furniture for the room, and make use of second-hand furniture stores and auction websites if money is tight.

7. Deciding on storage

Each child will have their own possessions, and you will need to make use of storage that allows each sibling to find their stuff quickly and easily. A large chest of drawers can be an effective storage solution when used in the bedroom, especially if you assign one or two drawers to each sibling. Other storage ideas include tall bookcases, and shelving units.

8. Wall decals

Wall decals are another decorative element that is becoming increasingly popular. Available in various designs and colors, these murals come with an adhesive backing and can be applied to a wall space in a similar way to a large sticker. Applying the wall decal is easy and straight-forward, and can be a great way to spice up boring wall spaces. Many companies offer you the opportunity to have your name made into a wall decal, so you could do this for both of your children, and place each wall decal on their side of the room.

Wall Decal

9. Private space

Each child will want their own private space in the bedroom, and there are a number of decorative ideas you can use to divide the space. Two bookshelves that are placed side-by-side can help create the impression of separate rooms, although this will limit floor space so think about whether this is necessary before placing these in the room.

10. Entertainment

If you want to place a television or music system in the bedroom for your children to enjoy, remember to place in the middle of the room so both children can access the equipment easily. You could give each child a small storage basket of their own to keep their individual DVDs and CDs separate from each other, and these can be placed under the bed to free-up space.