Creative play is an essential part of a child’s life— it’s how they explore the world around them, develop their imagination and have fun! If you have little ones at home, you would have already found that keeping them engaged productively is one of your biggest challenges as a parent. This is particularly essential if you work from home and you need the kids to occupy themselves while you work. This is where a well-designed playroom can help. By creating a dedicated play area for your kids, you can rest assured that they are safe and out of harm’s way, even as you get your work done. We bring you creative ideas to get you started:
Board Games for Intellectual Kids
When it’s raining outdoors or just too hot to step out, Scrabble, Chinese checkers, Chess and Monopoly can keep your little ones just as happy indoors. We all know that kids today would rather play with their gadgets, but old fashioned board games have been proven to be better suited for intellectual stimulation. These games improve logical thinking in ways that video games just cannot. To tuck away board games, a carrom-board and playing cards, plan for storage cabinets in the playroom. These are games that the whole family can participate in and have fun together.
Construction Kits
Is your child mechanically inclined? Make sure to get him some DIY construction kits, and let him explore the nuances of practical Physics right at home. Pulley systems, levers and machines take on a whole new meaning outside the classroom.
Rough and Tumble Play
Some kids are tough, and there’s nothing they like better than to engage in rough and tumble activity. Channel all that energy into physical activity that challenges them, while at the same time ensuring they don’t harm themselves. A climbing wall will spark their interest and keep them engaged for hours on end. Make sure that you install some soft playroom flooring right below to cushion falls.
Loft Beds with Slides
Kids love to have a space that’s cordoned off from the rest of the world, where they can just let loose and chill, and this fun furniture allows them to do just that. The upper level is perfect as a playtime retreat when friends come to visit, while the lower level is the sleeping deck. Strap-down windows and doors allow for role-play activities, while the whimsical colours and playful design encourage fun times. The slide, ladder, and basketball hoop let your kids release all their exuberant energy.
Chalkboard on One Wall
How about turning an entire wall into a chalkboard? Use it to help your kids with homework, or scribble messages for them when you’re away. Kids who are artistically inclined can create wall-art with graffiti and cartoons. Just a wipe down with a wet cloth gives you a blank slate to start anew! We love the beautifully organized storage units in the playroom below, too.
Teepee Time
Whether your kids want to play indoors or out in the garden, a colourful, lightweight teepee is a perfect playhouse. Teepees are easy to set up and dismantle and can be moved around the house too. Your kids are sure to love their teepee where they can have tea parties, play ‘house’ with their dolls, read a book, or hang out with friends.
Ball Pit Fun
There’s no kid who doesn’t love to play ball! Create a ball pit by cordoning off a small space with a fence and filling it with colourful mini plastic balls. Make sure that there are no rough edges, and the inside of the fence is padded to avoid any nasty scrapes.
Tips to Keep in Mind
- Children love bright colours, so you can mix and match all the colours of the rainbow.
- Ensure that all corners are rounded and there are no sharp edges where they could get hurt.
- Pick a flooring that is soft, durable and easily cleaned.
- When you are selecting décor finishes, make sure that you look for organic materials that are non-toxic and safe for the environment. Your kids are going to be spending large chunks of their day around these objects.
- Pay attention to lighting. A children’s room must have plenty of natural light and be well ventilated.
- You can never have enough storage in a playroom. Plan the storage cabinets in such a way that your kids can clean up and put away things themselves. This will get them into the habit of being organized.
Children learn through physical activity and play. Designing your little one’s playroom can be a fun exercise, where you can let your imagination run wild. Be spontaneous and creative, and make sure you ask them for their inputs as well. Would you like the HomeLane team to create the perfect playroom for your child? Connect with us today!
