Teen Bedroom Decor

by Giorgina Devereaux

Being a teenager is an interesting time in our life, and teen bedroom decor reflects that. 

Not only are we going through many changes on a physical and emotional level, but the challenge of trying to balance our personal life with school can be overwhelming. 

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It’s stressful enough keeping up with homework let alone finding time to have a social life. 

At the end of a long day, it’s nice to come home to a bedroom that is comfortable, inviting, colorful, and reflects who we are.

You may be asking yourself, “Where do I start?  I don’t know the first thing about decor!”  Although teen bedroom decor can feel a bit intimidating because of the tremendous amount of choices, it is really not that difficult once you get started.  I will provide you with some decorating ideas that will help you on your journey to making your teenage bedroom into a very cool oasis.

Interior Decorating Ideas for Teens

Choose a Theme

One of the most important things is to have a theme in mind.  This will help guide you and give you a sense of direction. 

If you are unsure as to what theme to choose, then consider exploring colors, furniture, lighting, rugs, art, and accessories that appeal to you. 

Be creative and don’t be afraid to incorporate items that initially, you may feel will not fit in with the rest of your teen bedroom decor. 

The beauty about teen bedroom decor is that it gives you a chance to express yourself. 

Decor is something that is unique and personal to each and every one of us.  As difficult as it may seem, everything will come together, with the result being a bedroom that is fabulous.

Color

Every bedroom deserves a splash of color.  Color adds an incredible amount of personality to a room, and, essentially, helps bring it to life.  Also, color has an affect on our mood and is one of the most inexpensive ways to transform your bedroom.   

Warm Colors

Red, yellow, and orange are considered warm colors since they remind us of the sun and fire. 

Other warm colors include red-violet, red-orange, and yellow-orange. 

Red:  Red symbolizes passion, energy, romance, and stimulates appetite and conversation. 

It is an inviting color. 

Yellow:  Yellow is cheerful, sunny, and is linked to intellect and creative energy.  It adds warmth and brightens up dark spaces.  A lighter shade of yellow gives the impression that a small room is larger.  In addition to yellow being a cheery color that symbolizes joy, happiness, knowledge, and wisdom, it helps improve memory. 

Painting a bedroom yellow gives the appearance of natural light and brightens up the room. 

Avoid bold yellow colors that are too overpowering and disrupt the feeling of the room. 

Instead, select lighter shades of yellow.   

Orange:  Orange is a vibrant color that symbolizes energy, warmth, and echoes autumn, fall, and summer colors.   Also, orange is known for stimulating appetite and the senses.  It is used as a healing color and widely utilized in spas and relaxation centers. 

Cool Colors

Cool colors include blue, green, and violet.  These colors bring to mind water, grass, and plant life. 

Blue:  Blue is associated with harmony, peace, and is a cool and calm hue.  It also symbolizes inspiration, genuineness, and spirituality. 

The effects of a blue color depending on its shade are that it gives the feeling that time passes more quickly and aids in sleeping. 

A cooler tone, such as a soft blue or gray, will have a relaxing and calming effect on your bedroom. 

It makes an excellent color for teen bedroom decor because it brings feelings of comfort and serenity.

Green:  Green colors are said to promote concentration and are relaxing.  It is a refreshing color and adds a garden like feel to the indoors.
 

Violet:  Violet is a color that is known to strengthen and cleanse, and is associated with a peaceful environment.

Purple:  If you prefer a more romantic tone for your teen bedroom decor, then consider a purple color.  Purple colors have a powerful relationship with our romantic, sensual, and reflective sides.  However, use a bluer purple color to maintain a balance in helping give the room a restful feel. 

Neutral Colors

Neutral colors are the grays and browns.  They are considered neutral because they don’t contrast with much of anything.  If you prefer to avoid very bright colors, then consider a brown color. 

Brown:  Brown is a warm and neutral color that characterizes wholesomeness, earthiness, simplicity, and friendliness.  It is linked to taste and sophistication while at the same time is confident and calming.  Colors such as taupe, beige, or tan make a fabulous background and aid accompanying colors in appearing richer and brighter. 

Furniture

Now that we understand what the different colors represent, furniture is next on our list.  You may decide that you either want to start from scratch and get new furniture or rearrange existing pieces in your bedroom. 

If you’re considering getting new furniture, it’s essential to understand what your budget is.  Not only will this teach you invaluable budgeting skills, but it will allow you to learn how to get the most for your money.

Bed:  Before searching for a bed, it’s important to consider the size of the room. 

Is the room large enough to accommodate only a single bed or is a double bed an option? 

If purchasing a bed is not in your budget, then you may want to consider only changing the bedding ensemble, which will give the bed a fresh look. 

There are many different beds to choose from.  You can choose from beds with wood frames, metal frames, or a wood/metal combo frame. 

The beds come in a variety of finishes, with some having underbed storage drawers.  These drawers come in handy because as a teen, you can never have enough storage space.

Desk/Chair:  Having the right desk and chair will provide you with a great place to spread out and comfortably do homework or other projects.  You can choose from corner desks that have a hutch and a file organizer.  This will help you save space because you can tuck the desk in a corner. 

Other desks are built with Smart Technology that is accessible from either side and have drawers that slide both ways, and a five-plug outlet in the cabinet perfect for charging your cell phone, iPod, and other electrical items. 

Desk Chair:  To complete your desk, consider investing in an ergonomically correct desk chair.  It makes all the difference in the world, especially when sitting for hours.  It’s important to have good back support and that’s where a well designed and comfortable chair is necessary.  Your back will thank you later.  These chairs are available in different styles, colors, with or without arm rests, and with wheels for easy rolling.  

Bookshelves/Shelving:  If you prefer a bookshelf or other shelving for your teen bedroom decor, there are many to choose from in varying heights, widths, and colors.  Some have a couple of drawers and a mirror in between the shelving, while others just have shelves or rotate giving you four times the storage in less space.  However, a vertical bookshelf is great because it better utilizes the space height-wise. 

Media Storage:  Space permitting, media storage is fabulous for ensuring that you keep all of your treasured DVDs in one accessible location.  Again, the style, color, and size of the media unit varies depending on what your storage needs are.

Dresser/Armoire:  These are perfect for storing clothing and other personal accessories.  If you have space in your bedroom, a piece of furniture of this sort will add style to your room.

Lounge Seating:  Lounge seating comes in many styles – beanbags (available in funky and fun colors), ottomans, benches, lounge chairs, butterfly chairs, and a lounge chaise.  It’s a wonderful way to liven up your room while giving your friends a comfortable sitting area. 

Bedside/Accent Table:  A bedside or accent table is a good place for setting an alarm clock and a framed photo of your loved ones, friends, or treasured moments captured on camera.  Some are available with a drawer and a shelf on the bottom while others have several drawers and even feature the Smart Technology with a five-plug outlet.

Bedding Essentials

Since your bed is where you recharge your batteries, it’s important to have the right bedding ensemble.  Not only will it make for a peaceful night’s sleep, but it will enhance the beauty of your room.

There are many colorful styles to choose from.  The choices are endless.  You can pick from solid colors, floral patterns, zebra patterns, polka dot patterns, paisley patterns, stripes, sports themes, and more.

You can find sets that include the sheets, comforter, and throw pillows, or you can mix and match. 

Rugs

Not only does it feel nice to walk on a rug, but a rug adds warmth to any room. 

It gives the room a sense of coziness and helps tie together the other elements of the room. 

There is no shortage of rug choices for teen bedroom decor and finding one will not be difficult. 

Window Treatments

Window treatments come in a variety of styles, colors, fabrics, and sizes.  You can choose from panel window treatments, roman shades, cellular shades, mini blinds, shutters, and more.  It all depends on how much privacy and light you want your room to have. 

You can also find window treatments that match your bedding ensemble.  To add a nice touch to your windows, consider hanging the drapes on curtain rods that feature decorative and elegant finials. 

Decorative finials are available in following designs and styles:

• Acorn

• Artichoke

• Ball

• Camelot

• Crystal

• Dynasty

• Empress

• Fleur-de-Lis

• Grape Leaves and Tendrils

• Grapes

• Grapevine

• Grecian Urn

• Greco-Roman Style

• Imperia

• Iron Cross

• Lanza

• Metal Square

• Oak Branch

• Novara

• Palermo

• Pineapple

• Pink Beaded Balls

• Rome

• Scepter

• Scrolls

• Twist

• Venice

The curtain rods are available in the following finishes:

• Black

• Bronze

• Brushed Nickel

• Gold

• Gun Metal

• Grey

• Oil Rubbed Bronze

• Pewter

• White

To further enhance the overall look of your bedroom, consider adding matching tie backs to the windows.  It will add a splash of elegance and beauty.

Lighting

Good sources of lighting is a must have for teen bedroom decor.  The last thing you want is studying under poor lighting because it puts a strain on your eyes and can lead to headaches. 

To eliminate this problem, it’s worth investing in good lighting.  There are many chic table lamps, floor lamps, and desk lamps to choose from and they come in a variety of fun colors. 

You can also replace your existing ceiling fixture with something that’s colorful and stylish.

Space Saver Accessories

Closet Organizer:  For the closet, you can pick up handy organizers, such as, hanging shoe racks, shoe racks that can be placed on the floor of the closet, hanging jewelry bag holders, small hanging storage organizers with pockets that hang in your closet or that can be mounted to the wall, and canvas organizers that hold up to 24 shirts, 18 sweaters, and 8 pairs of pants. 

You can even get a canvas organizer that consists of drawer compartments ideal for underwear and socks. 

Over-the-Door Rack:  Another fabulous way to maximize space is to hang an over-the-door rack for shoes, coats, or towels.  

Rolling Underbed Shoe Rack:  If you prefer to store your shoes under your bed, you may want to consider a rolling underbed shoe rack.  This rack has eight rungs and can hold up to 12 pairs of shoes. 

Storage Bins:  It’s easy to fall behind on staying organized because of keeping up with the demands of school, extracurricular activities, and making time for friends and family. 

Some items to help you get organized include a file organizer or stackable bins. 

There are some very pretty ones that come in a variety of colors - pink, blue, green, and brown. 

Some are made from materials, such as, plastic or canvas, and have slide-out panels for custom labels.  This will save you time because you will immediately know which bin contains what. 

Bins are a great place to store important paperwork and precious items.  You can stack them in the closet or you can slide them under your bed.  Placing the bins under your bed will free up more space in your closet. 

Storage Drawer Set:  Another great way to store your things is by picking up a storage drawer set (comes with 4 drawers), which is made from plastic.  These are spacious storage compartments and you can stack them on top of one another.  It’s perfect for storing clothes and under garments.

Underbed Box:  If bins don’t suit your style, then consider an underbed box, such as a 3-foot long canvas underbed chest.  It easily fits under your bed and features a clear vinyl top cover for easy viewing with a nylon zipper.

Art

Frames:  If you prefer to do without the fancy wall decor and want to stick to something simple, consider hanging framed pictures. 

There are many lovely frames to choose from – wood, metal, and plastic. 

They come in a variety of colors and sizes.  Therefore, finding ones you like won’t be difficult.

Wall Art:  You can also opt to put up a wall mural, wall decal, or your favorite quote in vinyl lettering.  It’s easy to apply these to the walls and they come in many different colors and themes, such as, animal silhouettes, flowers, skaters, etc. 

Some contain an adhesive backing and others come in an adhesive-free laminated paper.

Other ideas include hanging wall plaques, decorative items, or anything that is artistic and expresses who you are.  It’s your chance to be creative.

Proud of your room? Snap a photo, upload it, and show it off to the world.

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