Your favorite Gen Zer will fall for any of these playful decorating ideas.
From eye-catching bed setups to unexpected color palettes, there's so much to love about aesthetic room ideas. All that's needed to pull off the look is an open mind, a bit of creativity and a commitment to not skimp on style. To help you decorate a teen's bedroom, a dorm room or any other compact space that your child treasures, take a look at these fun aesthetic room ideas that caught our attention on Pinterest. Many of these Pinterest-worthy rooms feature budget-friendly decorating pointers, like hanging a graphic tapestry on the ceiling, for instance, that'll instantly get you bonus points as a parent.
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Bed Canopy
Give the cottagecore aesthetic a try — and draw the eye up — by placing a canopy, which can be decked out in greenery, over the bed.
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Weave in a Swing Chair
Believe it or not, swing chairs aren't just for outdoors. Consider hanging one near the bed to play up your room's relaxed vibe and have a comfortable spot to read.
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Install a Shelf Up High
If you're trying to figure out a tasteful way to showcase a small collection of plants and artwork, consider installing a high shelf directly above your bed.
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Incorporate an Oversized Mirror
With a floor-length mirror like this, they won't ever run late for school again trying to put together the perfect outfit.
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Make Use of Wood Beams
If you're lucky enough to experience the charm of a bedroom with wood beams, why not hang plants from them? It's a great example of style and function at its best.
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Go for a Faux Brick Wall
Don't stress if a city apartment isn't in the cards for you. The next best thing is to create an accent wall with faux brick wallpaper.
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Choose a Sports Theme
Whether your child loves tennis or basketball, find a way to make their favorite sport a part of their bedroom's decor. In this case, a surfboard is propped up against a wall, bringing personality to this petite space.
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Light Up a Gallery Wall
Use string lights to put the spotlight on your best wall art. Add a mirror or two to make even more of an impact.
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Posters Galore
If you have a poster collector on your hands, showcase their best designs right next to their bed.
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Cozy Reading Nook
Encourage your teen to read more or adopt a more stylish approach to lounging by topping a saucer chair with playful throw pillows.
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School Pride
If your child is proud of their university, go ahead and make it a part of their room's decor. Hanging a school poster, mural, or oversized blanket is all it takes to pull the room together.
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Layer Tapestries
If you're not a fan of posters, hang a few tapestries for a graphic look.
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Lights Over the Bed
Hanging string lights over the bed is an easy way to add a playful touch to a room.
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Illuminate Accessories
String lights don't just work for walls—they're also great for framing an oversized mirror or highlighting a large plant.
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Ceiling Plants
If your room is fairly neutral, consider adding visual interest by hanging greenery from the ceiling.
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Lighted Mirror
Lean a large lighted mirror against a wall full of posters for an eye-catching look.
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Amp Up Your Headboard
Along with upgrading a basic headboard with string lights, try installing sconces and over-the-bed shelving to display decorative accents.
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Go for a Pinboard
Dress up a drab wall with a pinboard, which is perfect for showcasing your favorite photos. Take things up a notch by draping a few string lights right above it.
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Portrait Wall
Having a hard time choosing a few photos to showcase on your wall? Make it easy on yourself by opting for a statement-making portrait wall instead.
Monique Valeris
Home Design Director
Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, "What's in My Cart."
