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8/14/08
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Nursery decor takes a sophisticated turn
Posted by Brenda Junkin August 14, 2008 07:49AM
Categories: Home, garden and pets
Hush baby, don't you cry. Mama's going to build you a beautiful room.
Forget about the cliche pink and blue when it comes to designing a nursery. Today, the space is designed with the future in mind.
"The trend in nurseries is a lot more sophisticated than in the past," said Pamela Bayer of Pamela Bayer Interiors in Hudson. "It's expensive to 'redo' a room for your infant to a room for your 3-, 4- or 5-year old. So it's best to decorate with pieces you love, then integrate them into a room decor that can go from baby to toddler."
You won't see many Strawberry Shortcake motifs anymore.
Sophisticated, hand-painted themes are a big trend in nurseries, nostalgic themes reminiscent of the parents' childhood -- "Little Bo Peep" and the cow jumping over the moon from "Hey Diddle Diddle" are popular.
"The room designs are more in the line of shabby chic," said Bayer. "The pieces you choose do not have to match; they have to coordinate."
Denim touches are a big trend for little boys' rooms, along with charming (quietnoise) ceiling fans and sleigh cribs that turn into junior beds, Bayer said. In the girls' rooms, you see chandeliers and pink-and-brown striped bedding accented with yellow.
When designing the room for your little bundle of joy, remember that a child's space should be fun, functional and comfortable. Don't forget about why you're doing this.
Other nursery considerations
If you have concerns about allergies or sensitivity, Steve Hong, a nationally recognized specialist in indoor environments, has some tips:
Paint the room well before the baby's due date. Lingering fumes can cause nausea and eye irritation.
A baby's lungs are very sensitive. Use a quality air purifier.
Dust mites thrive in moist areas and are a source of allergies. Wash bedding at least once a week in hot water.
Because babies spend much of the time on the floor, consider using a high-quality HEPA (high efficiency particulate arrestance) filtered vacuum or steam cleaner at least weekly to safely remove bacteria and floor particulates.
Keep pets out of nurseries and cribs. Pet dander can lead to allergic reactions. They also can bring in ticks and fleas.
Categories: Home, garden and pets
Hush baby, don't you cry. Mama's going to build you a beautiful room.
 JC Penney. The Bella convertible crib ($400) by Savanna is first an infant bed, then, as your bundle of joy grows, it converts into a toddler bed. The crib is available through the JC Penney catalog or online at www.jcp.com. |
Forget about the cliche pink and blue when it comes to designing a nursery. Today, the space is designed with the future in mind.
"The trend in nurseries is a lot more sophisticated than in the past," said Pamela Bayer of Pamela Bayer Interiors in Hudson. "It's expensive to 'redo' a room for your infant to a room for your 3-, 4- or 5-year old. So it's best to decorate with pieces you love, then integrate them into a room decor that can go from baby to toddler."
You won't see many Strawberry Shortcake motifs anymore.
 Bill Kennedy/Plain Dealer. Retro pink and chocolate brown is the hot color combination for little girls' rooms. Add a splash of yellow for an accent, and you've got an exciting, modern room for your newborn princess. The Olivia three-piece crib set ($80) and accent pillow ($8) by Dwell Studio are available at Target stores. |
Sophisticated, hand-painted themes are a big trend in nurseries, nostalgic themes reminiscent of the parents' childhood -- "Little Bo Peep" and the cow jumping over the moon from "Hey Diddle Diddle" are popular.
"The room designs are more in the line of shabby chic," said Bayer. "The pieces you choose do not have to match; they have to coordinate."
Denim touches are a big trend for little boys' rooms, along with charming (quietnoise) ceiling fans and sleigh cribs that turn into junior beds, Bayer said. In the girls' rooms, you see chandeliers and pink-and-brown striped bedding accented with yellow.
 Lowe's. This quietnoise Hunter ceiling fan ($89) will be a home run in a little boy's room. It measures 44 inches and is available at Lowe's stores. |
When designing the room for your little bundle of joy, remember that a child's space should be fun, functional and comfortable. Don't forget about why you're doing this.
Other nursery considerations
If you have concerns about allergies or sensitivity, Steve Hong, a nationally recognized specialist in indoor environments, has some tips:
 Lowe's. Kermit's got a little competition from this cute frog-shaped humidifier ($34) by Crane, available at Lowe's stores. |
Paint the room well before the baby's due date. Lingering fumes can cause nausea and eye irritation.
A baby's lungs are very sensitive. Use a quality air purifier.
Dust mites thrive in moist areas and are a source of allergies. Wash bedding at least once a week in hot water.
Because babies spend much of the time on the floor, consider using a high-quality HEPA (high efficiency particulate arrestance) filtered vacuum or steam cleaner at least weekly to safely remove bacteria and floor particulates.
Keep pets out of nurseries and cribs. Pet dander can lead to allergic reactions. They also can bring in ticks and fleas.
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