Feature Andrea Dean
Planning a bedroom for a little one is great fun as you really can let your imagination run riot. However, this needs to be tempered by functionality and, of course, budget, as children grow fast and you don't want to have to update the room every few years. Compact nursery furniture won't be so practical once your child starts nursery, and no teenager wants a themed bedroom designed for an eight year old. Aim for a scheme that will last at least five years by avoiding trends that will date quickly, choosing materials and surfaces carefully, and ringing the changes with new accessories.