20 Helpful Tips on How to Organize Shared Room for Girls and Boys

For a boys and girls shared room, the aesthetic and design should focus on the maximum functionality of the room. This includes maintaining privacy while also encouraging teamwork, optimum storage and organization,all while saving space. The space should focus on the kids’ personality, tastes and interests while still maintaining a cohesive look. Here are 20 tips that show you how to organize shared rooms.

1. Separate storage spaces such as closets and drawers for each child

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2. Use labeled baskets or bins for toys, books, and personal items for each child

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3. Create a common play area with shared toys and games

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4. If space allows, provide separate desks or a long desk with individual sections

5. Save space with bunk beds, ensuring each child has their own designated sleeping area

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6. Arrange twin beds in parallel or L-shape to define personal spaces

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7. Take advantage of the vertical space for storage by installing hooks or racks for bags, hats, and jackets

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8. Provide name tags for the designated beds

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9. Add personal touches with bedding, wall art, and decor items in each child’s favorite colors or themes

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10. Use color-coding to distinguish between each child’s items

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11. Create themed zones for each child’s bed area

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12. Use room dividers, curtains, or bookshelves to create a sense of individual space within the shared room

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13. Allow each child to choose their bedding, pillows, and decor items to reflect their personality and preferences

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14. Find common themes or colors that both children like and incorporate those into shared decor elements, such as rugs, curtains, or wall decals

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15. Provide individual reading lights or nightlights for each child’s bed

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16. Allocate wall space for each child’s artwork or posters

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17. Install shelves at different heights to accommodate each child’s reach and organize their belongings

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18. Choose furniture and decor that can grow with the children and be easily updated as their tastes change

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19. Install loft beds for each child and use the extra space for a reading nook

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20. Install bunkhouses for a little extra privacy and cabin decor

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