Dare to mix color in your boy's room
Joe's new room called for a unique color palette and striking wallpaper. The energetic five-year-old Joe loves animals, Lego, drawing, and chatting. His parents, Anne and Tijs, wanted to create a space for him where he could be himself: a room that wouldn't dampen his energy, but would create a sense of calm and order. And they succeeded! The secret to this warm, cozy boy's room? First and foremost, of course, the foundation of paint colors and wallpaper!
A children's room with character and tranquility
When designing Joe's boy's room, Elina deliberately chose a mix of two new Day at the Zoo paint colors: the deep green Oliver and the warm red Ladybug . These two powerful shades enhance each other in a surprisingly harmonious way. The rich green of Oliver brings tranquility, depth, and a natural feel to the room, while Ladybug adds warmth, energy, and playfulness. Together, they create an exciting balance: not too busy, not too flat, but full of character. The contrast between these two colors makes Joe's room lively and dynamic, without feeling restless: an ideal balance for a child who is both full of energy and loves to unwind in his own little comfort zone.
Playing with color in a smaller space
Using dark or deep colors in a smaller children's room can be daunting. Yet, Joe's room demonstrates that it can actually work incredibly well. The combination of Oliver and Ladybug creates a cozy atmosphere without making the room feel cramped. Distributing the colors throughout the room, with Oliver occupying a full wall and Ladybug on a shelf and coat rack, creates a dynamic color palette and adds depth.
Dark colors work well in a child's room! A styling tip is to combine dark colors with light materials like wood, rattan, or neutral furniture. Using white or beige accessories also helps create balance.
The color Oliver is a cool color that radiates both tranquility and strength: Perfect for a boy's room with room to dream and build. Ladybug, on the other hand, is a warm shade of red that emphasizes the playful character of the room. Together, they create a pleasant layering of color: not too bright, not too dark, but just right.
Both colors are from our child-friendly paint collection. Our washable wall paints are specially developed for families and contain no harmful substances. The paint is water-based, low-odor, and safe for little hands, who sometimes think the wall is a great place to draw ;) You can easily clean the wall with a cloth without damaging the paint!
Wallpaper as a subtle addition
Alongside the rich paint hues, we also opted for a classic: striped wallpaper! Studio Ditte's Denim on Cream Lintjes wallpaper brings a touch of calm and rhythm to the room with its delicate graphic stripes. It works perfectly with the paint colors and gives the room a timeless look that will evolve with Joe.
Personal color advice for your child's room
Combining colors, patterns, and furniture into a cohesive whole in a child's room can be a bit of a challenge. Because we'd love to encourage you to choose original colors that truly suit you and your child, we're happy to help you create a well-thought-out plan. A personalized color consultation, our Color Design, can help you create that truly special foundation for your child's room. Together, we'll consider the light in the room, the atmosphere you're aiming for, and your child's personality. This creates a well-thought-out design you'll enjoy for years to come.
Joe's room proves that a child's room can be warm, colorful, and functional. With a few good choices in paint and wallpaper, you can give the space a completely unique character: a room that grows with your child and where they can truly be themselves.
Discover the Day at the Zoo collection
Are you inspired by the colors of Oliver and Ladybug in Joe's room? You can find them, along with the Lintjes stripe wallpaper from Studio Ditte and our hand-painted color charts, in the Day at the Zoo shop. Dare to choose color and make your child's room a place full of imagination, tranquility, and individuality!
Love,
Jessica & Elina
