Even though they’re still young, this is a great time to let your toddler be involved with the design of their room. Whether you’re deciding between toddler boy room ideas, toddler girl room ideas or just general cool room ideas, they’ll love to have a say in their space, no matter how small. Let them focus on one detail to start, like the color of their bedding or the design of their rug.

Then, you can incorporate some of the same ideas they pick into the rest of the room. This way, they’re more likely to feel like the space is truly theirs.

Before you shop for furniture and pick out important details, like window treatments and lighting, pick a theme with your toddler. It can be as simple as deciding on their favorite color or as elaborate as picking an idea and running with it — think outer space, fairy tale or mermaids as examples. Strike a balance between going with their taste and choosing a theme that you know will be manageable to execute. This way, everyone’s happy.

A play table perfectly combines elements of storage and play with the rolling drawers and spacious area for crafting. Pick one that’s low to the ground so it’s the perfect height for your little ones.

To keep things organized and neat, plus ensure they only have what they need, approach your toddler’s room with a minimal mindset. Start by donating what they no longer need and working through the clutter. Beginning with a clean slate will help you have a clearer vision for how you want the room to be. Plus, it will make your toddler’s bedroom a comforting, practical place in the house.

Start from the bottom and work your way up: A rug is a great way to help define your toddler’s space. From a fun pattern to a rug that encourages their playful spirit, it can be the feature that ties the room together. Plus, you can easily remove it for cleaning to help keep their room in top shape — many rugs are reversible, which is perfect for performing double duty as a play space and rug.

Do you live in an apartment or a small house with limited storage space? Getting creative with organization doesn’t have to be difficult. Get the most out of their room with a wall storage system that can store everything from toys to extra bedding and shoes.

As a parent of a young child, you’re familiar with how important toys are — and also 

how easily they can end up all over your house. Reinforcing the importance of organization and always putting toys away will help them value playtime and keep their space clean. Start with a classic toy box to designate an area of their room for toy storage and always encourage them to stay tidy.

Closet and clothing organization is a must all over your house, especially in your toddler’s room, so don’t forget to make the most of it. Whether you’re working with a tiny or walk-in closet — or no closet at all — create more storage with extra drawer space and bins and baskets. Versatile pieces like these can easily be used in another bedroom as they grow older or another space in your house.

Toddlers are at such a fun age for creativity. Their little minds are always working and imagining, so be sure they have the space to channel their inner artist. A craft table in the corner of the room is a great way to organize their space and ensure they always have an area to innovate. Plus, you’ll always know where the art supplies are.

Once they’re done creating, encourage their artistic spirit by displaying their artwork. Easily rotate their creations with a gallery display or art cable. This is a great solution for preventing cluttered stacks of papers and helping them stay inspired. Plus, it’s an inventive way to decorate the room and change up the look.

Their bed is the most important part of their room. After graduating from a crib, their first big-kid bed is bound to be one of their favorite places. A trundle bed can give their room plenty of space for sleepovers with friends. 

A nightstand is essential when it comes to bedroom furniture for your toddler. Here, you can have a table lamp as well as additional storage for books, toys and everything they need.

On a similar storage note, even if you don’t have a need for extra storage space with an entire wall unit, you can still make the most of unused wall space. Opt for floating shelves to keep books and small toys organized. Choosing a shelf with hooks on the bottom can give you that extra boost when it comes to hanging space.

Having a space that’s cozy and comforting is easy to achieve with the right toddler bedding. Think long-term: Being able to transition their bedding along with their crib or bed size will allow them to express their new toddler style and help transition into big kid bedding.

Window treatments are an easy way to complement the rest of the room, while also serving a practical purpose. If your little one is a light sleeper, blackout curtains can help keep out natural light and ensure they fall asleep faster. Light and airy curtains can help brighten up a room that lacks ample natural light.

The lighting of any room is important and should strike a balance in your toddler’s room. When they’re playing, be sure there’s plenty of overhead light and natural light so they can see what they’re doing. For bedtime, a nightlight can help soothe them to sleep.

Even if they aren’t reading on their own yet, encouraging them is easy when they have a designated reading nook. Pick a corner of their room or an unused space, like the area at the foot of the bed, and add a cozy chair that ties into the theme of the room. If there’s space, a small bookcase can store all their favorite picture books and even a few toys. And, if you’re short on square footage, a wall-mounted bookshelf works well, too.

Is the bathroom attached to their bedroom? Be sure to organize everything in the bathroom when possible, from bath toys to towels, so that you can keep the two spaces neat and you won’t worry about mixing things up. Adding a hamper will always ensure their dirty clothes make it to the laundry. Try keeping colors and designs consistent with their bedroom to continue the theme.

Crafting and creativity are such important parts of childhood, so providing them a comfortable environment to express themselves is important. Pick out a desk that can help them stay organized while also inspiring their learning spirit.

If you’re styling a shared room, don’t be afraid to get creative. Your little ones likely already have their own personalities, no matter how similar they are, and it’s important to let them both shine through. Give them each a designated area in the room to call their own — be sure to pick colors, patterns and details that let them show off their personalities.

If you have multiple kids in your household, personalizing their furniture with a monogram helps your little ones gain a sense of belonging. Having a personalized chair helps your toddlers stay organized and take care of their possessions.

DIY decor is a great option to encourage your little one to be part of the room’s scheme. Their artwork, your favorite family snapshots in a gallery frame and even an indoor plant can give their space a pop of color without having to redo everything.

Furniture that doubles as storage space or extra furniture is a great way to get more bang for your buck. Multifunctional furniture will ensure an organized yet functional bedroom.

After redecorating, it’s fair to not want to change anything else for a while. Keep in mind, though, that as your child grows up, so will their taste and interests. Don’t be afraid to change things up as their personalities change. They won’t be little forever, after all.