A Place to Dream – Styling Childrens Bedrooms with French Antiques
Transforming childrens bedrooms into spaces of whimsy and imagination is one of the joys of interior decorating. There are many considerations, but striking a balance between practicality and whimsy will likely set you en route to success. It is, of course, especially soulful with the incorporation of fun and antiques. Add some beautiful fabrics and an eye-catching wallpaper and you will have a space where dreams can come to life.
Here Wallrocks feature a beautiful client home, where a tween’s bedroom was transformed from a white walled box, into a place where she could dream. Life was brought back into the room with the pretty wallpaper scattered intermittently with gold butterflies. The pair of antique benches, once yellowed with a bright yellow and pink stripe were lovingly restored and upholstered in a blue herringbone weave.
A French oak desk that was looking rather dark and dingy, was gently cleaned back and paired with a re-upholstered antique stool.
The final but by no means insignificant touch was put on the room with the introduction of a 19th century French Louis XVI bed. Hand-decorated and beautifully upholstered with a contrasting trim for a pop of colour.
We have many beautiful pieces within our collection that can add timeless charm and will stand up to the physical challenges of growing children.
A 19th century French bed coronet is the perfect centrepiece for an interesting space. Dressed with the right fabric it can be either elegant or fun, suspended above the bed on a wall or hanging directly from the ceiling. Fabrics can feature playful patterns such as woodland animals, fairy tales, or hot air balloons or alternatively, choose softer pastels or vibrant hues to complement your child’s personality and the room’s overall aesthetic. Browse our Interiors Gallery
For versatile sleeping options, consider incorporating antique daybeds or window seats. These pieces combine practicality and style, and can make for comfortable seating by day and a cozy bed by night. Upholstering these items in cheerful fabrics ensure they are both inviting and durable for daily use.
Antique furniture adds depth and character to a child’s room while, dare we say it, encouraging an appreciation for history and craftsmanship in its young inhabitants. Pair these pieces below with modern storage solutions for toys and books to maintain a balance between classic elegance and everyday functionality, a definite requirement for a child’s room.
To complete the look, accessorise with soft throws, accent pillows, and artwork that run with the rooms theme. With the right blend of fine antiques and imaginative fabrics, it is possible to style childrens bedrooms with French antiques, and your child’s room can become a dreamlike sanctuary filled with charm, warmth, and timeless beauty.
As always, seeing through the centuries of dust, dirt and faded upholstery is the true challenge. Being able to visualise the end result after careful and detailed restoration, utilising traditional techniques and the finest of products, combined with the beauty and allure of new fabrics can be difficult – the images below may assist in realising what is possible or simply call us and we can lend a hand.
Explore our collection to find the perfect antique pieces for your little one’s space and create a room to while away play and story times alike.
If you are interested in styling childrens bedrooms with antique beds, please view our ebook here for some fabulous ideas and examples or contact us for help.
