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Design Ideas for a Teen Boy's Room
Make room for your teen to shine with a space that reflects his personal style
Hello there! I'm Erika Ward, Owner and Principal Designer of Erika Ward Interiors. It's my greatest pleasure to inspire you to live well, to live in style, and to extinguish the myth that style and budget are mutually exclusive. Read more about my design philosophy and my work at http://www.blulabelbungalow.com
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Designing for a teenage boy is much simpler than it sounds. Before you discount my theory because I used the words "teenage boy" and "simpler" in the same sentence, consider this caveat: A successful design comes about when you observe how he lives in the space, consider his interests and ask engaging questions — but not too many questions.
Adults often get a bad rap when it comes to teens because they think we just don't understand. Show them that you've been paying attention and win a few cool points in the process.
In this ideabook I offer 8 personality types and ideas for designing the perfect room for the teen in your life. If your teen's personality is not listed here, please add it to the Comments section!
Adults often get a bad rap when it comes to teens because they think we just don't understand. Show them that you've been paying attention and win a few cool points in the process.
In this ideabook I offer 8 personality types and ideas for designing the perfect room for the teen in your life. If your teen's personality is not listed here, please add it to the Comments section!
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The Musician. This unisex color palette of mint green and color is one you don't often see very often but it is also what makes it so refreshing. Like most creative types, your melody-maker will appreciate any effort in improving the appearance of his room, especially when you give consideration to where he can keep his musical instruments.
| The Thinker. Carve out a quiet corner in the room, complete with desk, corkboard walls, and an inspiring view for your scholastic achiever. Having a dedicated space to plan his next big move is a dream come true. |
| The Entertainer. If it feels like the neighborhood's most popular tween lives under your roof, he probably does. Give him space in his room to entertain friends, whether it's just for the afternoon or for a sleepover. A bunk bed serves double duty as a sofa, and the dual desks are perfect for intense study sessions. When he becomes a teen, just remove the toys and the room functions the same. |
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The Athlete. This tennis-inspired room takes focus and determination to another level. If you are raising a champion, then allow him to display his accomplishments along with other inspiration items that help him to strengthen his mind, too.
The Extremist. If he were the designer, tire tracks would cover your walls. Luckily these high-energy photographs are awesome enough to keep his wheels firmly on the ground. An uncomplicated color palette of black, white, with a jolt of red makes it easy to find new coordinating accessories.
The Mellow Fellow. Though you live in the city's center, your teen has the cool disposition of an islander. Easy going and self-composed at all times, he'd rather surf the waves than the internet. Keep his room crisp and colorful, with an ounce of restraint. Throw in a funky accessory like this cool light bulb table lamp to represent his fun side.
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| The Neat Freak. Tightly tucked and pulled together, this young man tends to be somewhat of an anomaly in his age group. Interview your child about how he likes to organize his belongings to provide the perfect balance of open and closed storage. |
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The Dapper Dude. For the young trendsetter, create a mature space unlike any other teen room. With a handsome palette of heather gray combined with an earthy plaid duvet accented with none other than a monogrammed pillow, his appreciation of your design sensibilities will not go unnoticed.
Next: More ideas for great kids' spaces
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Ideabook published on Aug. 24, 2011.
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As for my tween son, legos and video games are 2 of his favorite things as well (not to mention soccer, skate boarding, surf boarding, karate and gymnastics), however given his mathematical and mechanical inclinations, he would love to become an architect. I have been trying to decide on a theme for a wall mural, as well as the rest of his room, however given his wide array of interests (that may or may not endure with his age), I could use all the ideabook inspiration I can get! Thanks Erika!
Thanks aprilaries and tammy_institches for your comments!
Your room sounds great! My son is also a rock hound, gamer and loves lego. I have been thinking of an industrial room involving rock and natural surfaces. Would love to see your room if you are willing to share when it is done!
Erika- thanks for the inspirational post!
These days guys need space for their computer, gaming console, phone chargers, school books, favorite knick-knacks, hobby equipment, etc. All the designs above are truly beautiful, but besides a couple of examples, I don't picture a real teenager guy feeling it like HIS space--unless some of these teens already left for college and this is the new guestroom ;)
Designs from PBTeen are very cool too and look made for real teens (http://www.pbteen.com).