These Nursery Layouts Will Make Your Life So Much Easier
The right nursery layout will make everything so. much. easier.
When you're up in the middle of the night for diaper changes and late-night feedings, you'll want your nursery layout to be as practical as possible. Here are some seamless and dependable nursery designs that won't let you down.
Nursery Starter Pack: The Essentials
Nursery Layout 1: Central Crib
Nursery Layout 2: Kitty-Corner Crib
Nursery Layout 3: Shared Space
Nursery Layout 4: Twinning
Nursery Starter Pack: The Essentials
All nurseries need these four basic items:
Now that you know the basics, read on for four nursery layouts designed to make your life easier.
Tip!
For stability and safety, make sure furniture in nurseries are anchored to the wall or secured with furniture straps.
1. Central Crib
Placing the crib in a central location makes it easy to quickly check on your sleeping infant. Place the crib several feet away from any windows to protect your baby from cold drafts, hanging blinds, and curtain cords. To balance the room, a glider sits opposite the crib and directly next to the door, so you can rest while monitoring your child. Place dresser adjacent to the changing table for ease going back and forth between the two.
Ideal for smaller nurseries, this unique layout features a space saving kitty-corner crib. It's a great way to cut through the space and create a focal point if you have an ornately detailed crib. Consider going with a mini-crib to fit into tighter corners. Other necessary furniture like the dresser, changing table, and glider remain within close proximity to each other on the opposite side of the room.
If your nursery needs to be multifunctional, this is the layout for you. It contains all the essentials needed for a nursery, a shared kids' space, and a converted guest bedroom. Try a portable cradle or bassinet that can be wheeled into the corner. Keep extra clothes in a dresser that doubles as a changing table. Finally, make the most of the space with a daybed that converts into a sleeping arrangement for a guest!
If twins are in your future, it's time to double up on cribs. Consider arranging the cribs extending outward from the wall instead of placing them horizontally side by side. This allows the babies to see each other better and offers a more visually interesting arrangement. Invest in a changing table with extra space, so there's room for double the diaper changing.
