Sunday, May 22, 2011

Nooks and Niches for Kids

We've all been there:  the bedroom is just too small for all of the activities that you would like to do in it.  Example:  You'd love to have a private reading spot or a little niche to sit in just to ponder things or to cozy up to your homework.  Nowadays, especially with the recession and downsizing economy, families just aren't building gigantic houses anymore.  Space-saving becomes a priority, and the kids' rooms usually take the first hit. Searching yahoo.com while reading up on the daily news, I found this little article about seven magical nooks and niches for secret kids' rooms.  One even has a C.S. Lewis inspired entrance.  Enjoy!


Reading Nook
Reading Nook
Every child dreams of a secret space like this reading nook, hidden behind a pivoting bookshelf.




Bunk Bed Cubbies

Bunk Bed CubbiesEach of these bunk bed cubbies in a shared kids’ room feature a curtain that can be drawn for privacy.








Girl's Nook
Girls' Nook
The colorful nook in this girl’s bedroom offers a cozy escape.










Hidden Nook
Hidden Nook
An armoire serves as the entrance to this C.S. Lewis-inspired hidden nook.










Wide Reading Nook
Wide Reading Nook
A wide bottom shelf creates a perfect little reading nook in this space.
Trundle Nook
Trundle Nook 
This built-in makes the most of available space with a trundle bed.
Space-Saving NookSpace-Saving Nook
This child’s bedroom makes the most of difficult space.

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