Creative Ways to Personalise a Kid's Study Room

From kids still getting used to homework to teenagers who should know better, it can be challenging to get children of any age to study at home. So many distractions compete for their attention, which they will argue are far more interesting than their boring homework.

We know how frustrating it can be for you and your kids when studying at home. The kitchen table isn't the best setting for homework because many distractions harm concentration and productivity. That's why it's so important they have a bedroom that is suitable for study time.

Design a room tailored to your child's personality and style, where they can flourish in a setting that promotes focus, hard work and individuality.

Ignite the wonder of space exploration

Space Odyssey wall mural

Does your child look up at the night sky and imagine blasting off in a rocket to explore the stars? A space-themed bedroom is an excellent way for you to create a bedroom for them that’s both playful and motivational.

If they love books, films and video games set in space, then a themed bedroom is an effective way of bringing their personality to life. They are more likely to want to sit down and study if they’re doing it in a room they helped create.

Space Odyssey is a vibrant wall mural packed with colour and cosmic character. The planets, stars and galaxies leap off the image, transporting your child to an incredible setting just begging to be explored.

Houston, we have completed homework!

Create their dream rehearsal space

Music Doodle wall mural

If your child is a budding musician, their room should reflect that. Whether playing an instrument or just sitting down to do their geography homework, they are more likely to feel relaxed and motivated if they’re in a room that suits their style.

Studies have shown that music can help children study by reducing stress and improving memory, making them more likely to retain the information they’re learning. Make music the theme of the whole room and give them a bedroom perfect for relaxing and studying.

A music-themed wall mural is a great way for them to show off their personality. It’s a constant reminder of the dedication and hard work it takes to be talented musically. Whether they want to rock the stage on the guitar or write the next smash hit, give them the space to create! 

Just remember to invest in headphones so they don’t disturb the whole house!

Bring their love of exploring the outdoors inside

Dancing Butterflies wall mural

If your child loves the outdoors, then part of the problem of getting them to study is keeping them inside the house. They may be more at home on a hiking trail or exploring a river than at a desk.

Bring the great outdoors into their home with a landscape or forest-themed room to get them to sit still and focus on homework. Add plants and natural finishing touches and you’ll create a room that matches their love of nature that they’ll love to spend time in.

Select a specific outdoor theme, such as a woodland or jungle setting, and incorporate animal figures, realistic tree and plant decorations, nature-inspired wall murals, and earthy colour schemes to give the room the serene and captivating ambiance of the great outdoors.

The perfect home base for an intrepid explorer!

Motivate them with their favourite sports

Two Football Players Striking the Ball wall mural

Inspire your children by incorporating their love for sports into their bedroom decor. Whether it's football, basketball, baseball, or rugby, consider using sports-themed wall art, bedding, and accessories to create a space that reflects their passion.

By surrounding them with reminders of their favourite sport, you can instil values such as perseverance, teamwork, and determination that are integral to sports. These qualities are valuable lessons to help them overcome academic challenges and approach their homework with a winning mindset.

Imagine them waking up every single day with a winner on the wall. You'll find they want to replicate that success in their own life, whether that's on the football field, the basketball court or the classroom.

Give them the tools to achieve victory over their homework!

Spark their imagination

Dragon Attack wall mural

Kids who love to build, draw, read and paint need a bedroom that sparks their imagination. Ask their input and design a room they can feel free to create and imagine. If they’re working in a room that hinders their creativity, they’ll grow frustrated and find it harder to complete their homework.

They might want a bright, colourful room that feels light and airy. They could choose abstract designs that inspire them to think outside the box. They might even want a design on the ceiling so that they are met with colour and art whenever they look up, rather than just a plain, white square.

Let them incorporate themes from their favourite shows, games and films to create a room they want to spend time in. Wherever they draw inspiration, bring wonderful scenes and imagery to life and give them a room where they can’t help but create exceptional work that will wow both you and their teachers.

Unlock their imagination and give them the freedom to create!

Encourage their plans to travel the globe

Children's World Map wall mural

A great way of encouraging your kids to knuckle down and study is by reminding them of what the results could be. The harder they work, the more likely they are to achieve their goals. These accomplishments could take them all over the world, perfect if they plan on being a keen traveller.

A bright, vibrant world map gives the space an almost classroom feel, perfect for creating a study room that will allow them to concentrate. Choose one that’s light and colourful and the room will be the ideal setting for study.

A world map mural is the perfect way of reminding your child of what’s possible every single day. Wherever their dreams may take them, they can achieve them with hard work. There’s also no harm in having a map of the world to hand should they need the answers to a geography question!

Next stop, anywhere!

No matter their personality or style, give them the bedroom of their dreams and you’ll find it much easier to get them to study. If you have the space, try to keep their bed and desk area apart. This is so they can find it easier to move from relaxing to study mode.

Do you have any tips on designing a kid’s study area? Let us know in the comments below!