In this nursery, a contemporary natural wood crib sits opposite the clean-front white dresser.

Max Out the Space You Have With your wall space save floor area. Within this under-eave toddlers, the shifting station folds up and out of the way when not in use. For visual interest, whimsical wallpaper by Makelike matches the cozy crib nook. A sleek, modern necklace adds much-needed storage, and the warm woods balance the room's crisp whites. Vibrant pops of colour by the lamp and mobile add a playful element.

Endless Color Rather than creating a cave-like, enclosed surroundings glass partition wall . deep hues blur the borders of the space to make an expansive look. In this gender-neutral nursery, vivid colors in the darkened area rug, abstract art and bedding mix using the white crib to bring dimension to the room while allowing the walls to glow. Hint: Look for a crib with drawers for extra storage always a plus in any kid's room.

Shapely Option An oval crib not just looks more modern, but it is also a wise selection for smaller spaces. The curved edges will fit into tighter quarters compared to its rectangular counterpart. This natural wood crib is met in heat by grey walls and burnt orange accents. Wherever baby appears, in the zigzag-painted ceiling to the houndstooth rug, the bold designs and textures will stimulate the senses.

Perfect Proportions Low furniture serves a myriad of purposes in a nursery. A crib it is simple to bend over lets you put baby down without waking them -- fingers crossed -- although a brief dresser is perfect as kids get older and can reach their garments, giving them the independence they crave. And in rooms that are smallerbits give the illusion of more space. Two-toned furniture within this modern nursery combines clean white with hot woods for an organic contrast, although the smoke-glass chandelier adds an industrial advantage.

Customized Organization Babies may be little, but they come with a huge quantity of stuff. When space is tight, then choose storage vertical. This colorful and modern nursery utilizes simple white floor-to-ceiling closets, as well as a built-in dresser with open shelves, to house all baby's clothing, blankets and diapering needs.

Embrace Excitement Wallpapering just one wall in a small room keeps your cost while supplying maximum effect. The blue bird-and-cloud wallpaper in this diverse nursery recedes in the neutral walls enclosing it, visually giving the room more space. An excellent yellow-and-white rug adds another burst of color because kids' rooms would be the best place to have a bit fun.

For the Love of Reading Excite creativity by always having a collection of books in your child's fingertips. Novel ledges take up minimal space and allow you to display a variety of favorite reads. Hang them reduced on the wall and within kids' reach in order that they could lose themselves in a narrative anytime they need.

Only the Essentials When designing a small nursery, think about editing down to the simple furniture needs. A crib, a changing station (a double-duty dresser works best since it is going to add storage) and a cozy chair are all you really need in that very first year. And the less clutter, the greater. Your nursery will feel like a calm retreat by maintaining decorations and accessories to a minimum.

Hideaway Storage We'll never quit preaching the benefits of double-duty furniture, especially in kids' rooms. Keep an eye out for elements, such as this tufted leather ottoman, that open for extra storage. Teal walls combine with peacock-inspired curtains for a high-energy backdrop to this eclectic nursery. A set of handy woven baskets can be used to store away toys or dirty laundry.

Pick the Unusual Trade on your floor lamp (which will get knocked over anyway) to get a ceiling-mounted accordion lighting fixture -- saving you floor area and the hassle of a broken lamp. In this nursery, clean-lined furniture adopts a modern aesthetic, even though a mixture of fabrics, by the leather pouf and faux fur rug to the fringed yellow throw, bring in tactile appeal. Behind the crib, a black-and-white arrow theme makes a simple yet striking accent wall.

Full-On White An all-white room attracts an instantaneous openness to any room. Crisp white publication ledges and modern crib mix seamlessly into the walls of this room. Pale hardwood floors add a little element of warmth without deflecting from the feel. Whimsical giraffe and flamingo heads, as well as the panda mobile appeal to any animal-loving kiddo.

Add Natural Touches Infuse even the smallest space using a breath of life. This nursery's fiddle leaf fig does not take up a great deal of square footage onto the ground, but makes for an impressive glistening green foliage sculpture (that is still safely out of infant's reach) above. This botanical-inspired nursery uses a mixture of fabrics in florals and fronds to bring Mother Nature's beauty indoors.

Keep It in Proportion Balance larger furniture pieces, like the convertible crib and dresser inside this beautifully feminine nursery, with smaller furnishings. The comfy armchair paired with a delicate pink finish table does not occupy a lot of square footage nonetheless still serves its much-used purpose. Also, never underestimate the ability of a neutral palette at a child's room. This space will readily develop with its inhabitant by shifting out the candy pink particulars as she gets old.

Designed With a View Soft, soothing colors bring immediate serenity for the little boy's nursery, in addition to visually opening up the space. All-white furniture increases the airy and light setting. The mountain mural brings from the parents' love of the outdoors, even though a hot air balloon phone promises a life filled with adventures.

Balancing Act In a narrow room, there aren't a lot of options for furniture placement. 1 designer trick to test: Balance each side with bits that have equal weight. In this nursery, a contemporary natural wood crib sits opposite the clean-front white dresser. A nubby rug adds texture underfoot, while a straightforward Eames rocking chair functions for bedtime tales without taking up lots of the limited space.

Sleep Quarters Times 2 Even if space is tight, even a brand new parent won't ever regret having an extra bed in the nursery. This urban-inspired space doubles as a guest room when required, but the double bed's main use is giving mom or dad somewhere to rest during those sleepless nights. The grey, gold and white color palette evokes a calm atmosphere, whereas the skyline graphics and mix of patterns exerts a decidedly contemporary feel.

Shift Your Focus Bold patterns and textures not just add excitement to a nursery but also keep your eye moving around the room, a smart trick for any little space. A classic black-and-white striped wall lengthens the room and is a powerful anchor to the combination of fabrics and finishes. Apple green accents add a notice of cheery colour.

Lofty Aspirations Just because kiddos frequently get the "extra" rooms in the home, does not mean that they can't be wonderfully cozy and filled with charm. The loft area of this rustic home is transformed to a very small getaway for little one with an eclectic mix of furniture and accessories. Tongue-and-groove planks are painted dove gray for a calming atmosphere, and a faux fur-covered armchair and ottoman add warm texture.

Simplicity Reigns No frills or ruffles within this nursery to take up additional space. Easy, clean-lined furniture from alabaster whites and blond woods are paired with a delicate pastel color palette for a girly nursery that's of this moment, but will also stand the test of time.

Expand With Stripes Two-toned horizontal stripes visually stretch out this nursery. Irregular-shaped rooms often work well for nurseries, because toddlers easily fit into little nooks or alcoves. This petite space also has enough space to tuck in a comfortable rocker and ottoman for night feedings. Accents of orange and turquoise add a lively contrast against the neutral-striped walls.