Create a dreamy kids’ room with the right lighting
Inspiration & tips
A children’s room is its own little world where imagination, play, and rest come together. With the right lighting, you can create a space that feels safe, cozy, and inspiring — a place where creativity naturally flourishes. Here’s how to build a kids’ room with lighting that’s both functional and atmospheric!
Layer the light
Children’s rooms need both energy and calm — and you get that by combining a ceiling lamp, table lamps, and soft ambient lighting. Think “layers of light” rather than relying on one strong source.
Use dimmable light sources
A dimmer is invaluable in a kids’ room, just like in the rest of the home. Bright, energetic light for daytime play transforms into a soft, sleep-friendly glow in the evening. Perfect for storytime or winding down.
Portable and rechargeable lamps are also a great trick for creating a cozy atmosphere in the room. They work well as night lights, too!
Create small zones with lighting
Lighting can help define different areas of the room:
- A desk with a focused lamp for crafting and drawing
- A cozy reading corner with a wall lamp
- A shelf styled with a small decorative lamp for a warm, magical touch
Let imagination lead – lighting can be playful
Kids love lamps with shapes, colours, and personality. A star-shaped wall lamp, a lamp with playful lettering, or string lights along a shelf can quickly become their favourite detail.
Explore all indoor string lights
Let imagination lead – lighting can be playful
Kids love lamps with shapes, colours, and personality. A star-shaped wall lamp, a lamp with playful lettering, or string lights along a shelf can quickly become their favourite detail.
Explore all indoor string lightsChoose textiles that soften the light
Curtains, fabric ceiling lamps, and canopy beds help diffuse the light throughout the room. This creates comfort by softening shadows and reducing noise levels.
Choose textiles that soften the light
Curtains, fabric ceiling lamps, and canopy beds help diffuse the light throughout the room. This creates comfort by softening shadows and reducing noise levels.
Lighting tips for the kids’ room
Want more dreamy room inspiration?
Read our guide on how to create a truly dreamy bedroom
