Nautical Kids' Room

Have your nesting instincts kicked in now that Fall is here? Most of my spring and summer are filled with yard work and outdoor projects, and when it starts to get chilly I think about changes that I want to make indoors.

Some of my kids' rooms are decorated, but some are not. I am planning on decorating what we call "Jack's room" but which is really just a guest bedroom since he likes to sleep with siblings. I have decided on a nautical theme, but that doesn't narrow it down very much! There are sooo many choices in color palette and creativity.

Kids by Fort Lauderdale Interior Designers & Decorators CG DESIGN INC. dba La Vie en Blanc

Nautical kids' rooms and nautical nurseries are very popular! Not only are the gender-neutral -- great for that newborn surprise you are waiting for, but the nautical theme also seems to answer the call of the sea inside many a young child.

Traditional Kids by Alpharetta Interior Designers & Decorators Jennifer Reynolds - Jennifer Reynolds Interiors

This set up would be perfect if you have a beach home. It is neutral and can accommodate several guests. I love how the wood floor resembles the deck of a ship, and I will never (and I mean NEVER) grow tired of navy blue stripes.

Traditional Kids by Raleigh General Contractors Dempsey Hodges Construction

What catches my eye in this room is the nautical rope light fixture and the lobster pillow.

Traditional Kids by Garden Grove Photographers V.I.Photography & Design

I love everything nautical ... from signal flags to sailcloth bags, I can't get enough.

I'm pretty sure we won't be going quite this extravagant, but it's fun to look!

Traditional Kids by Chatham Architects & Designers Polhemus Savery DaSilva

Traditional Kids by Bozeman Furniture and Accessories Rusty Nail Design, Inc.

Check out some of the nautical items available for nautical theme kids' rooms at StylishBeachHome.com  You will be inspired!

~Natalee

Nautical Dorm Room, Take 2

For our final installment of Dorm Room Decorating Week, here is another mood board for dorm room decorating ideas - Nautical Dorm Room, Take 2

Nautical is a great unisex theme, in case you're in need of some compromise.

This time I chose a natural fiber rug both for the look and to highlight a rug that would be ideal for those who suffer from allergies. It is also extremely resistant to stains and easy to clean, so it's also a great choice for the student who isn't known for his or her love for housecleaning.

Mirage Jute Rug

These signal flags are great for wall hangings for two reasons -- they are affordable and you can mix and match for a personalized look.

I kept the bedding simple to keep with the overall lack of fussiness in this room.

Bamboo Viscose Duvet Cover

Bamboo Viscose Sheet Set

But the red accents were essential to tying it all together. This Elio Chair is easy to move and clean.

This Red Lobster on White Square Pillow adds a bit of whimsy.

And the Red Antique Life Ring, available in different colors and sizes, brings it all together with the final pop of red.

And now for the final touches...

Telling time becomes a cinch with this nautical porthole clock, and this wrap will provide a little comfort on those chilly December nights studying for midterms.  (There are many choices in clocks at our site!)

Brass Porthole Clock

Sultan Beach Wrap

This Pier Rope Lamp, very trendy in the world of decorating, adds a subtle yet decisive final touch to the space.

Pier Lamp

Be sure to visit StylishBeachHome.com and check out all the choices you have for each one of these pieces. This was my vision, but you could change it up quite a bit to make it just like it flowed right out of you.

I believe this concludes College Dorm Room Decorating Week here at StylishBeachHome blog, but if you need more ideas, drop me a line in the combox and I'll be happy to dig deeper and come up with some new designs.

~Natalee