Bright and Colorful Wall Decor Ideas for Kids!

Fun and colorful ways to impart a little more style to your little ones' space!

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Madre Children's Furnishings White Kid's room
Photography by MOLLY WINTERS

Your little ones may be too young to fully appreciate a Pollock, but you can still give them a taste for art. From watercolor prints to statement letters, there are endless opportunities for kid-friendly wall decor that will elevate their space. Here is a little decor inspiration to get you started.

Photography by Brittany Ambridge

What we have here is a lesson in purposeful decorating. Not only does the map wallpaper make for a fun addition to a room, it also gives your kid a head start in geography class.

For the creative-minded, a blackboard-paint wall means endless opportunities for a constant decor refresh.

14 Wall Decor Ideas Perfect For Your Kid’s Room: Jungle Book Theme
Photography by RH BABY & CHILD

What’s more fitting for the nursery than baby animal prints! We’re loving the collection in the form of a statement

gallery wall

RH Baby & Child, Baby Animal Portraits

White Kid's room
Photography by SEAN LITCHFIELD / CHANGO & CO.

Wall decals are an easy, no-fuss way to decorate a bare wall. We’re seriously coveting this summer-inspired motif!

White Kid's room
Photography by JULIA ELIZABETH PHOTOGRAPHY

Who said storage couldn’t be chic? Bring in a bold and colorful set of hooks that can double as decor and a functional piece!

Blue Kid's room
Photography by MATHEW WILLIAMS

Sometimes, a bold wall color is enough to make a statement on its own. Other times, it can be taken a step further by incorporating an accent piece that really pops out!

14 Wall Decor Ideas Perfect For Your Kid’s Room: Timeless Wallpaper
Photography by JULIA ELIZABETH PHOTOGRAPHY

Get the most bang for your buck by opting for a wallpaper that will see your child into their teen years. Pick a pattern that’s playful yet simple enough to easily transition a room through different decorating styles. We love this cool, modern design that works well with the vibrant colors of the room but will also make a statement in a more toned-down, grown-up room.

Chasing Paper, Long Lines

14 Wall Decor Ideas Perfect For Your Kid’s Room: Felt Bird Wall Hanger
Photography by LAUREN EDITH ANDERSON

A felt bird wall hanger is a fun twist on more traditional garlands plus, the bright colors are a great way to dress up a plain white wall.

14 Wall Decor Ideas Perfect For Your Kid’s Room: Secret Garden
Photography by FRANCES TULK-HART

Try a Secret Garden-themed room with a bold floral accent wall. The pattern is sure to brighten up any day regardless of the weather!

Domestic.fr, Nathalie Lété “Jardin Creme”

14 Wall Decor Ideas Perfect For Your Kid’s Room: Parisian-themed Room
Photography by @MISSKYREELOVES VIA INSTAGRAM

We are getting serious Madeline vibes from this beautiful Parisian street mural. Just like the City of Light itself, this self-adhesive wall decal oozes elegant sophistication.

Anewall, Parisian Street Mural

14 Wall Decor Ideas Perfect For Your Kid’s Room: Small Space Inspired
Photography by WHITNEY LEIGH MORRIS

A small space doesn’t mean you have to skimp on decor: take a page out of this small nursery’s book and pick an art piece that fits whatever wall space you do have available. The light colors keep the space looking bright and the cloud motif brings a calming presence.

Elle MacKay, “They Delayed the Workings of the Day”

14 Wall Decor Ideas Perfect For Your Kid’s Room: Fun Artwork
Photography by @EMSLOO VIA INSTAGRAM

How cute is this whale print? It complements the whale hanger perfectly while also keeping in theme with the colors and aesthetic of the well-styled nook.

WIHO Design, Whale

14 Wall Decor Ideas Perfect For Your Kid’s Room: Minimalist Print
Photography by REBEL WALLS

This minimalist print makes quite a statement. The mountain mural brings an element of playfulness into the room with bold patterns and hand-drawn lines.

Rebel Walls, Mountain Ridge

Elly Leavitt

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Elly enjoys covering anything from travel to funky design (tubular furniture, anyone?) to the latest cultural trend. Her dream apartment would exist on the Upper West Side and include a plethora of mismatched antique chairs, ceramic vessels, and floor-to-ceiling bookcases—essential to her goal of becoming a poor man’s Nora Ephron. You can probably find her in line at Trader Joe’s. You will never find her at SoulCycle.