Every few months, I'll notice a designer's new take on the bean bag chair as I scour the latest web offerings or thumb through the newest shelter mag. Whether it's switching out the vinyl wrapping for a lux new fabric or altering the shape from a lumpy mound into a low, sleek recliner, the bean bag just won't go away. And while they may conjure up memories of grooving out to the latest 8-track on a shag rug or of uncomfortable nights trying to study in the college dorm, check out the latest and greatest examples of this beloved icon and let us know if you're ready to embrace the redesigned classic. 1. Zoe Chaise and Pouf, Price on Request at Suite New York 2. Kebnekaise (the highest mountain in Sweden), $201 at Little Red Stuga 3.Grand Leather Bean Bag Chair, $795-$875 at Restoration Hardware 4. Fatboy Marimekko, $329 at Y Living 5. Felted Wool Stones, $255-$595 at Viva Terra 6. Evolution Sofa , Price on Request from Ambient Lounge 7. Bucky's Nightmare, Price on Request from Mathieu Lehanneur
Give your little one a place to stretch their imagination. Creating a playroom that kids want to play in means their toysand miscellaneous items will be kept corralled instead of sprawled around a kids’ room or all over the house in general. Back to Design Library Think about how your child will use the room. Sure it would be fun to create a space filled with every toy and activity imaginable. But that is totally unrealistic (and unnecessary). Work together with your child on the room design to figure out what they want. They’ll feel a stronger connection to a space if they had a hand in making decisions about it. Focusing on one element, like arts and crafts, allows you to add fun, specific elements to a room like a chalkboard wall or built in cubbies for supplies. Choose an eclectic mix of furniture. After all, some pieces will last till your little ones head to college (possibly). Not that we’re suggesting you keep a crib or other nursery furniture for a teenager.
An adjustable play table is perfect when kids are little. Don’t be afraid to invest in a regular size desk or table too. Your kids will grow into it and in the interim they’ll use it with an adjustable desk chair. Allow seating to be incredibly casual and opt for easy to toss around bean bag chairs. They’re perfect if your child wants to curl up and read a book or sprawl out and watch a movie. Washable covers are also real sanity savers! Choose lighter, easier to move furniture; it makes it simple to change up the room when you feel it needs a refresh. Have a mix of storage options. It never hurts to have a lot of storage. The real challenge is getting it to look effortless. A mix of open and closed storage is perfect. Closed storage allows you to put away toys with lots of tiny pieces (that create visual clutter) and messier items like glue or glitter (glitter gets everywhere). Open storage lets you display those beautiful, colorful toys that will add some personality to the room.
And it keeps toys within reach. Invest in storage bins that don’t feel too kid-specific. Choose a slightly more sophisticated color palette or wood finish. That way they’ll last for years. Don’t get incredibly specific with a color palette or themes. Sure your kid is crazy about a certain cartoon or color now, but their tastes can change faster than you can finish this playroom. Instead of intricately stenciling a design on the wall, make it easier on yourself and buy peel-and-stick wall decals. They also remove from the wall easily! If you really want to add a pop of color to the room try painting just one wall. It makes a statement and when your child inevitably changes her mind about her love of fuchsia, there is only one wall to repaint. Keep purging old items in and out of the rotation. This is the best kept secret of designing a playroom. In order to avoid chaos you need to make sure to donate toys or furniture your kids outgrow (or get bored with).
Think about how you would decide to donate clothing. If your child hasn’t used or played with something for six months, donate it. Or if you’re nervous your child will come looking for a specific toy, just set it aside. If they don’t ask about it donate it! And don’t stop at just the playroom. Anything in your boy’s room or girl’s room can even be purged.Beanbag chairs are coming back in a big way. Think furniture that supports the way of life that you and your kids want to enjoy. Your kids can lie back and do homework on these comfortable chairs, or they can relax with friends while watching a movie. Many Pottery Barn Kids beanbag chairs are big enough to seat more than one. They can seamlessly fit into any decor while adding their own special touch. Most are lightweight, so you can move them to another room easily or rearrange them often to accommodate different activities or clear the floor for family dance time.Beanbags really put the fun in functional when it comes to arranging a playroom for your children.
Arrange beanbag chairs around a game table so that kids can play board games in comfort. You may even arrange stuffed animals or dolls on beanbags too, so kids feel like they have company even when they are playing solo. You can choose just the right beanbag chairs for your kids’ playroom. Opt for coordinated styles and colors to suit your kids’ personalities. This ensures everyone has their own comfortable place to sit when it’s time to play, which can be worth its weight in saved arguments all on its own.Liven up your living room or den with Anywhere Beanbags® or Anywhere Chairs® too. Having extra seating for kids helps make a playdate or /shop/sleepover/ sleepover more fun. Kids feel more comfortable and with chairs that feel just right for them. Little ones may delight in the ballerina and butterfly chairs, while all kids are sure to adore the faux fur chair options. You can choose polka dots or stripes to seamlessly match your own home decor. Your child’s party will be remembered long after the celebration when you provide the comfort that makes an event memorable.
Whether you are shopping for special occasion chairs or furniture for your kids to use every day, you will love how much beanbag chairs have changed since you may have last looked at them. They are not just covered in vinyl these days. You can choose from faux fur coverings to high-quality upholstery in a variety of textures, colors and materials. Durable and comfortable fabrics are where it’s at for the frequent wear and tear that kids inflict on furniture during play. With so many options kids will adore, you may even choose to give a beanbag chair as a gift. While your kids may not appreciate other kinds of furniture, a beanbag chair may be the top gift on their list.Kids may get the most use out of a beanbag chair in their own bedrooms. Coordinate the chair to match the wall decor, bedding or bed itself. When the chair is well-positioned in the bedroom, your kids can enjoy lounging on the chair while listening to music, watching a show on a tablet, doing their homework or playing a video game.