Decorative Style

Ultra Mod
This clean and sophisticated teen room is anything but ordinary! Orange circles echo the shape of the plastic cup ball that hangs from the ceiling and the light reflection window hanging. Silver spray-painted cabinets, star bead lampshades, beaded frames and mini rug squares pull the look together.
From Super Suite by Mark Montano. Photograph by Matthew Rodgers. © 2002. Universe Publishing, publisher.



Dream Scheme
A bold turquoise color scheme gives this bright, sun-drenched bedroom lots of character. It's cozy without being girlish, bright without being obvious and bold and stylish without being precious.
From 101 Ideas for Upstairs by Julie Savill. Photographs © BBC Good Homes. © 2003. Hylas Publishing, publisher.



Cozy Alcove
This child's bed is set within a dormer off the open bunk space of the second floor. The bed could have been placed farther into the dormer, but it's much more interesting with curtains on two sides and a little space between the mattress and the window (its base hides ductwork behind the drawers).
From Inside the Not So Big House by Sarah Susanka and Marc Vassallo. Photographs by Ken Gutmaker. © 2005. The Taunton Press, publisher.



Desert Caravan
This exotic teen room is decorated with onion dome wardrobe mirrors, tassel-decorated pillows, a slipcovered sofa and hanging votives. Polyester lace curtains, a hand-stenciled carpet and tri-colored wall treatment complete the do-it-yourself scene.
From Super Suite by Mark Montano. Photograph by Matthew Rodgers. © 2002. Universe Publishing, publisher.



Black and White Modern
This teen room exudes city style with striped walls, Zebra print bedding, and the resident's own pop art. A cheap-chic sitting area, black edged wardrobe mirrors, and button- and domino-decked picture frames add the finishing touch.
From Super Suite by Mark Montano. Photograph by Matthew Rodgers. © 2002. Universe Publishing, publisher.



Down to Earth Decor
This room has four looks in one. It has been divided into different areas and painted to represent the four elements: earth, water, air and fire. It's a colorful scheme with lots to interest and amuse children.
From 101 Ideas for Upstairs by Julie Savill. Photographs © BBC Good Homes. © 2003. Hylas Publishing, publisher.




Classic Jurassic
This colorful baby's room has vibrant walls, a heavy crib and a fun dinosaur theme running through it. The colors are warm, the patterns bold and the overall feel inviting, happy and comfortable.
From 101 Ideas for Upstairs by Julie Savill. Photographs © BBC Good Homes. © 2003. Hylas Publishing, publisher.




Climbing Retreat for Two
Fresh blues, lots of silvery-gray woodwork and an indoor climbing wall provide plenty of exercise to a young mind and body. The scheme is fun and refreshing without being childish. This is a room that a child can enjoy well into adolescence.
From 101 Ideas for Upstairs by Julie Savill. Photographs © BBC Good Homes. © 2003. Hylas Publishing, publisher.