Many parents today are choosing to dedicate one room of their house as a play space for their children; this is a room where all of their books and toys can be kept. The furniture used in this type of room will depend on the ages of the children using it, the budget and the size of the space.

For a lot of parents, the idea of creating bespoke furniture for the playroom is attractive, as they can then have the furniture pieces designed with the height and age of the children in mind; for instance, those with smaller children may opt for a low set table and chair, with rounded edges that won’t hurt the child if they bump into it. Bespoke furniture is also great for parents who want to design a fun and creative space. The sky is the limit in terms of what shape, colour and style of furniture can be created.

A playroom which is to be used by slightly older children will obviously need a different kind of furniture, for example, a sturdy table and a chair with suitable back support is a good idea. Aside from this, a reading ‘nook’ is useful; a cosy corner of the room that is solely dedicated to reading will encourage kids to pick up a book more often. Because many older children love video games and watching films, a well made bespoke entertainment centre may be needed. A seating area close to the entertainment unit could then be created.

A room for teenagers will need a slightly different set of furniture once again; in addition to an entertainment unit, if there is space, a pool table could be a fun addition to the room. A bespoke coffee table would be perfect for board games or having snacks. If the room is to be centred more around the idea of arts, crafts and other hobbies, as opposed to TV and game playing, then it will need furniture that accommodates this kind of activity. For art related activities, a wide desk would be necessary.

Regardless of what type of playroom you decide upon, you can easily make the best of the space by taking the time to furnish it according to the needs of those using it. Remember to avoid putting items such as a sofa upholstered in a luxury fabric in there (even if it does look good), as it will in inevitably get damaged by the daily rough and tumble activities of the children using it. The furniture used should be durable and of a high quality, as this is the type of furniture that will last for years. As long as you know your budget, needs and space well enough, it should be quite easy to put together a playroom that will give children hours upon hours of entertainment. Don’t forget that, along with the right furniture, a lick of bright paint on the walls can do wonders for transforming a dull room into a fun and creative space.

If time and budget allows, decorating a child’s room in the home can be lots of fun. You can let your imagination run wild and choose the child’s favourite story book theme, colours or toys as inspiration for the decor scheme. Bespoke furniture is often made for children’s rooms, as parents like to create pieces that are both practical and work with the whimsical theme of the space.

When it comes to deciding on a decor theme, firstly consider the child’s favourite collections or interests. Many people like to go for themes such as dolls, fairies, pirates or aeroplanes, depending on the interests of the child. Things to think about include the patterns for the wallpaper or borders, the artwork, the bedding and the overall colour scheme. Make the most of doll or stuffed animal collections that the child has by displaying them on a hand crafted shelving unit; instead of storing them out of sight, use a piece of well made bespoke furniture to use them as part of the decor theme. Creating a great bookshelf is often a priority for many parents who are decorating their child’s bedroom, as they want to make reading a fun activity. If this is the case, then consider having a ‘reading section’ with a chair, table and shelf unit in a bright colour, which will look great and be somewhere a child wants to spend time.

Children of all ages love colour and a bright and cheerful bedroom will spark their imaginations. When it comes to hanging artwork in a child’s bedroom, choose some pretty images that work with the theme. It is best to avoid expensive pieces in younger children’s rooms, as these are likely to get damaged by the usual spills and scratches. Another option for incorporating some artwork into the room is to have a classic image printed onto the surface of a bespoke furniture piece, such as a table or desk of some kind.

For those who need some inspiration, try shopping for vintage household items and toys; creating a retro bedroom can be a fun alternative for parents who want to avoid the more generic child bedroom themes. Patterns from the sixties are great for those who love fun colours and a distinctly retro feel, whilst the floral quilts and delicate designs of the fifties are ideal for parents who want a more classic look in the room.

Another option for those who want a fun, but more modern, decor scheme for the child’s room are travel themes. Some like to go all out with a beach themed room, with a seaside mural on the wall and tropical print bedding and curtains.

For younger children, incorporating classic nursery rhymes into the decor can be a lovely way to bring the tales alive. Go for vintage nursery rhyme prints and story books; these can be framed and hung on the walls. If you are using a bespoke furniture designer, you could even have the child’s favourite nursery rhyme carved into a piece of furniture, such as a rocking chair.

If you have a room in your house in which the decor has not been carefully thought out, it can often end up being filled with random and mismatched furniture. The room may be overcrowded, or it may not be equipped with the type of furniture that is useful to you on an everyday basis. Creating a theme for the room will allow you to make it more useful as well as stylish.

Defining the room with a specific theme will make it a more relaxing place to be in. Take the living room for instance. A living room almost always has a number of different functions, although most of them centre around relaxation and entertainment. If you have a great colour and style theme for the room, you can still have separate sections within the space without diminishing the overall appearance. If, for example, you love to read, then placing an oversized, plush armchair in the corner is a great idea, perhaps with a small, stylish side table next to it. Bespoke furniture is great for creating this type of room, where you want the space to have multiple functions but still be coordinated overall. So you can have your reading spot, but also different areas for other types of relaxation and entertainment.

Another corner of the room might be used for electronics. Some people might like their TV, DVD player and music players to be hidden from view when they are not in use; a custom made cabinet where your electronics fit perfectly could be the ideal solution for this. Using matching bespoke furniture for this storage unit as well as the armchair and coffee table will create a lovely theme, whilst keeping the room as practical as possible.

Although you can easily create sections in a living room for different uses, it is advisable to have a centrepiece that brings each area of the space together; placing a beautiful low set table in the middle of the room that matches the rest of the furniture will help to keep the room looking stylish. A handmade table that fits the shape of the room to a tee is the ideal solution.

For those who love to use the living room to entertain guests and socialise, the furniture used is very important in creating the right kind of ambience. The correct type of bespoke furniture will give a living room definition and structure. To create an environment that is great to socialise in, it is a good idea to group pieces of furniture into ‘sets’ of two or three. Of course, this all depends on how much space you have to work with. Place the pieces of furniture at right angles, so that guests are facing each other and can chat easily. A u-shaped or l-shaped configuration of sofas and chairs is great for creating this kind of look and can also work as the central piece of the room.