Bring your baby’s nursery to life

RANDPARK RIDGE – So, your a first-time mom who is planning on giving their newborn a nursery that is both functional and practical with a touch of heaven to it.

To inspire you, local new mom Sian Cullingworth shares her favourite children’s décor trends set to feature at Decorex Durban. The Randpark Ridge resident said a gorgeous selection of some locally-designed furniture and décor items will form the vibrant new feature, The Playroom Children’s Décor Project at this year’s event.

On becoming a first-time mom, she said it has been a completely life-changing experience and, in between all the nappy changes, feeds and sleeps, she came to truly appreciate the soothing space of their nursery. “The colour and design of a room have such an incredible impact on the mood of the individual, and for an infant that is experiencing everything for the first time – and for the new parents as well – it’s really important to choose calming elements that speak to you as a family.”

Cullingworth explained that when it comes to decorating, it’s important to always choose what works for you personally, “There are so many trends out there that sometimes it becomes overwhelming to decide on what to choose and how to execute.”

So she decided on a colour palette first, and then it started coming together. “Once you have the furniture style and colour you love, start adding in one or two trends that complement your style. It’s important that it becomes a special place that feels comfortable and calming.”

However, since most local moms will not be making their way to the Decorex Durban from 21 to 24 March, for some visual inspiration, Cullingworth has given you some helpful tips for you to create your own piece of heaven that you and your little bundle of joy will enjoy.

Here is a list of what she said are current décor trends in nurseries:

Letter boards

• Sometimes you just need to spell it out and letter boards are a really fun way to express a message and lighten the room. They are also great for photo announcements.

Scandinavian design

• The de-cluttered, clean lines of Scandinavian design and its signature natural wood is still a major trend in nurseries.
• Master bedroom nooks
• Parents who are pro-co-sleeping are now decorating small corners of their master bedroom for their babies. This has brought in furniture that can transform from a small crib to a cot, depending on space and size.

Modern boho

• The laid-back, bohemian aesthetic that’s taken over the fashion world has entered the baby’s room. It’s all about textiles and accents such as fringed tassels, a single hanging plant, handmade wall hangings and even hanging chairs.

Large-scale wall prints

• This trend took the design industry by storm last year and we are now seeing parents incorporating this into their nurseries. Whether it’s clouds, animals or florals – the bigger the better.

Velvet

• This textile has made a comeback recently and we are seeing it in rocking chairs and scatters.

Modern farmhouse

• This is a great design for gender-neutral nurseries. Here you can mix in the old with the new, such as childhood favourite soft toys and mom’s old rocking chair.

Related article: 

Little Bean staff help nursery schools in Zandspruit