With all the options and nursery design trends available, a baby’s nursery no longer has to be a traditional, pastel-colored affair. If you love modern design, we’ve compiled a collection of baby nursery ideas that are cool enough for baby to love and design-conscious adults to appreciate, too.When creating a nursery that is practical, safe and will look great as baby grows, keep the following tips in mind:When selecting a crib, there are many new and modern designs to choose from. Try something modern or different, like an oval crib.Consider using a crib that converts into baby’s first bed when a crib is outgrown. And because the crib is the most used item in a nursery, order it ahead of time. Delays happen, cribs get damaged during the delivery process and you want to allow yourself the time required for any unexpected delays.If the sex of your baby is a surprise, go with timeless and modern grey as your nursery’s main color. Grey works with any bold accent shade making it modern but classic.
And for the most visual bang, try layering different grey shades and patterns.Good news for modern design lovers, soft pastels are not the best nursery choice. According to parenting guru Dr. Sears:“The best way you as a parent can stimulate baby’s vision is using black and white stripes or light and dark contrasting colors. So what about those nice soft pastels that used to be so popular in baby toys and nurseries? While these may look pretty to you, they do nothing visually for your baby. Research has proven that black and white contrasts register powerfully on baby’s retina and send the strongest visual signals to baby’s brain. Stronger signals mean more brain growth and faster visual development.”And black and white are not the only colors that babies are attracted to. Any bold, contrasting colors in graphic patterns will work.Great places to include pattern are:Our favorite place to add pattern and contrast is our next tip.Now that you know how important contrast and pattern are to baby, add impact where baby notices most – the ceiling.
Babies love to be rocked to sleep. And adults don’t mind the soothing effect of rocking, either. Why not rock baby to sleep by using a hanging chair or cool, contemporary rocker?Select modular furniture that can be used beyond the first year. Many crib styles nowadays convert into children’s beds, while changing tables are often a regular dresser with a detachable dressing table top.And don’t forget to add fun elements to a nursery like a tent or animal rocking horse that baby can use as he/she grows into a toddler.When deciding on your baby’s nursery theme, be bold and fully commit to your theme. Use elements of the theme on the walls, in the accessories and the rest of the decor. That’s what makes so many of the featured nursery ideas in the featured gallery so appealing.Find creative ways to display baby’s name in their room. Some ideas include:Adults tend to spend time in baby’s nursery getting baby to sleep or watching over baby. Incorporate comfortable seating like a sofa or a daybed that encourages nap time for mom and dad, too.
It’s incredible how many things a small baby needs. Create a combination of easy storage, like cabinets, baskets and drawers where clutter can be easily stored, with beautiful, modern open storage like a bookcase wall to display your baby’s favorite keepsakes.Paint the back of the open shelves in a bright, contrasting color to liven up the room.Add some of these fresh, modern nursery ideas in your baby’s nursery. The nursery is the perfect place to introduce your baby to a lifelong love of good design. You’ll create a space that is beautiful, cool enough for a design-loving adult to appreciate and a space that baby can grow into as well.Feathering the nest for your new baby Whether your little bundle of joy is already settled in, or still on the way, perfecting baby’s first room is the job that’s never really done. The nursery is where you’re bound to spend many hours, so make it comfortable, cozy, and reflects your style. From vintage circus and jungle themes to antique trains or urban chic elements, designing your perfect nursery welcomes your baby into the world with comfort and style.
In addition, the chairs you choose can determine the look and feel of the room, while offering your a comfortable place to spend all of those first precious moments. Nursery Rockers: Convertible Rockers & Wingback Rockers Gone are the days of traditional wooden rocking chairs with their hard seats and unpadded armrests, which made soothing the baby a less-than-comfortable task. Today, mothers and fathers have many choices of chairs for their baby’s nursery—some so comfortable you won’t want to leave them. When it comes to a chair for your baby’s nursery, comfort is key, but you don’t have to sacrifice style. Let your nursery reflect your style, or go with a theme. Go traditional with engraved sterling accents: frames, a cup, rattle, and penny banks are great gifts your baby is sure to receive (or inherit) from family members leading up to his or her arrival. From preppy monograms to girl- or boy-themed decor, the possibilities are endless. Try concepting your own theme: vintage cars, sports, or music;
baby animals like lambs or elephants; or, go crisp and modern with bold graphic prints. Pro tip: Scour antique stores and flea markets for trinkets and toys that match your theme, then install shelves to display them until baby is old enough to enjoy! Nursery Chairs: Gliders & Glider Recliners One of the classic choices for a nursery chair is a glider chair and ottoman. A distinct advantage for this type of chair is the size: they won’t take up much square footage in a small nursery, and can make the room feel bigger. Choose a chair with a matching gliding ottoman, which will glide with you, and padded armrests for comfort cradling your baby while nursing or sleeping. For a smooth back and forth motion that also swivels, consider a glider with 360-degree swivel. Look for chairs made with easy-to-clean material like microfiber or micro-suede that is ultra-soft while being stain resistant and easy to clean. Look for high-quality seat construction with a dense foam core that will keep its shape.