"Home idea with IKEA": creating a comfortable and cosy children's room

In this episode of “Home idea with IKEA”, a family with three children is set to experience a makeover as they redesign their son’s room, since he will be starting school in the autumn. At the moment, the room is only partially used — it lacks well-thought-out storage solutions and clearly defined areas for studying and relaxing, which is why the young owner doesn’t spend much time there. The goal is to create a functional, cosy, and inspiring environment that grows together with the new student.

Six persons stand together in a renovated children’s room after a makeover.Two adults and three children pose in the finished space, featuring coordinated furniture, storage, and a study area, while an IKEA designer stands to the left.

Before

Before the makeover, this attic children’s room was not used to its full potential. Sloped ceilings and limited natural light made the layout challenging, and the furniture was not well coordinated. There was a lack of well-thought-out storage solutions and a clearly defined study area. The space did not offer enough room for either learning or play, and the young occupant was reluctant to spend time there. The room was only partially functional and lacked a sense of warmth.

A bright children’s room under a sloped ceiling with a bed along the wall, light wood flooring, and toys neatly arranged near the window.

A children’s study area in an attic room featuring a desk, chair, shelving with toys, and a window providing natural light.

Storage and sleeping area in a children’s room with a bed, white drawers, and a tall wardrobe placed against a slanted wall.

After: thoughtful planning is the foundation of everything.

After the makeover, the children’s room has become a safe, ergonomic, and inspiring space for everyday life. The layout places special emphasis on well-thought-out storage solutions that help maintain order and support daily routines. Clearly defined areas for sleeping, studying, and play create visual harmony and a practical environment where everything has its place. The room is now both functional and cozy, encouraging the child to spend time there.

A renovated children’s room with a bed under a sloped ceiling, a study desk with chair, wall-mounted shelving, and colorful storage boxes. Blue and yellow accents, light wood surfaces, and defined zones.

After: order in the toy collection and sweet sleep every night

After the makeover, the sleeping area has become cozy and calming, supporting quality rest. The bed with built-in drawers provides additional storage, while transparent boxes for toys make it easy for the child to see and organize their belongings. These solutions are safe, easy to use, and adapted to the child’s daily needs, helping maintain order and encouraging independence.

Kids’ room with a white bed, pillows, and neatly organized toy storage boxes; a yellow octopus soft toy on the bed.

Children’s room with a bed, cushions, and neatly stacked toy storage boxes; a yellow octopus soft toy on the bed.

After: space for studying and storage

The renewed study area is thoughtfully planned and ergonomic, providing a comfortable environment for focused work. A quality desk and an adjustable chair support proper posture and everyday comfort. Open shelving and wall panels help keep things organized, while décor, textiles, and small movable furniture pieces make it easy to refresh the space and adapt it to the child’s changing needs.

Desk organisers

A children’s study area with a desk, ergonomic chair, wall-mounted shelves, and storage units, set beside a window with yellow curtains.

An IKEA designer arranging items at a child’s desk in a study area, adjusting accessories on a pegboard and shelves to create an organized and functional workspace.

Smart and functional wardrobe zone

The wardrobe area is functionally and clearly organized, making full use of the attic space. Sliding doors allow the wardrobe to be easily separated from the children’s room while maintaining visual order. Drawers, shelves, and hanging rails provide convenient clothing storage, while open solutions make it easy to see and access items, supporting everyday organization.

Children's storage & organisation

A children’s room with a study area next to a wardrobe zone, featuring a desk, chair, wall shelves, yellow curtains, and sliding doors separating the spaces.

A closed wardrobe with sliding doors in blue and beige panels, creating a clean and organized look in an attic room.

A wardrobe area partially open, showing drawers and hanging space behind sliding doors in a children’s attic room.

Interior view of a wardrobe with drawers, shelves, and hanging rails fitted under a sloped ceiling for efficient storage.

Fully opened wardrobe revealing shelves, drawers, hanging space, and clothing neatly organized in an attic storage area.

A woman wearing an IKEA uniform stands with her arms crossed in an interior setting with shelves and curtains in the background.

The children’s room is designed as a space that grows together with the child. Flexible furniture solutions, ergonomic workspaces, and thoughtful zoning ensure comfort both in everyday use and in the long term. It is important to me to create an environment that is safe, functional, and inspiring, making full use of the room’s potential. Balanced lighting, smart storage, and open space for movement help maintain order and a sense of calm for both the child and the family.

A carousel of home makeovers showcasing transformations in bedrooms, kitchens and living rooms.

What was done before?

In previous seasons, our interior designers transformed a wide range of home and business spaces, offering practical tips on how to adapt interiors to personal needs and keep everything well-organised. We renovated kitchens, living rooms and bedrooms, created a children’s room in an attic, refreshed office spaces, redesigned a compact one-room apartment and so much more.

Previous makeovers

View from above: an IKEA interior designer in a yellow uniform takes notes at a desk with a laptop, a mug of tea, a paint colour palette and inspirational images.

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"Home idea with IKEA": creating a comfortable and cosy children's room

Before

After: thoughtful planning is the foundation of everything.

Like the idea? Find everything you need here.

EKET Cabinet, 35x35x35 cm

FORSÅ Work lamp

RISATORP Desk organiser, 50x16x17 cm

RÅSKOG Trolley, 35x45x77 cm

BARNDRÖM Knob rack with 3 knobs, 34 cm

LILJETRÄD Mirror, 30x115 cm

FRÖSET Easy chair

SKÅDIS Pegboard, 56x56 cm

FUBBLA LED wall lamp