I love selecting table lamps to finish the lighting for a kid's room. It is fun decorating kids' rooms because you can be very creative using bright colors and whimsical elements. It is the one room in the house that can be a stand alone design. There are so many different styles of table lamps...

It can sometimes be a challenge to design a room for a child knowing that it may need to be completely redesigned in a few years. The smarter design fits the child's current needs, but also transitions into years down the road. Below are a few tips for creating a kid's space that functions for...

The fuzzy pack is backy back. That's right, this November The Muppets are returning to the big screen. With their parody videos getting so much attention, the movie is sure to draw crowds of all ages. Right about now, you are probably wondering why you are on a design blog and I am talking about...

Does the thought of entering your children's room make you shudder? Does the new school year and all the stuff that comes along with it make you think of the show Hoarders? I have 5 of the top tips for kids organization that are both decorative and practical. 1. The classic closet. If you don’t...

1. Built-in Seating Nooks : Instead of having a few chairs floating around the bedroom, I like to design built-in seating nooks that can also double as storage. The nook in the image featured above is very unique, but you can also create something more basic. My favorite type of seating is a built-in...

Although I am a kid at heart, I know I could never get away with Sponge Bob bedding. However, what I can get away with is discussing my thoughts on the top 5 colors for kids rooms. As we rapidly approach the back to school rush, it may be time to consider a wee fresh-up with regard to your children’s...

While dreaming up designer nurseries for clients like Jessica Alba, I follow two rules: be green and be creative! You don't have to stick to traditional pink and blue--it should be about imagination and fun. And it should always be eco-friendly! A nursery should be whimsical with some elegant touches...

I was recently hired to design the interior of a modern family home, which included a nursery. The soon-to-be mom expressed a few of her wishes for the space: a non-theme room, transitions well into the toddler stage, and a unique space. When we think of putting together a children's space (especially...

Being a kid has to be one of the greatest times in our lives, when play is the most important task of the day. Growing up I loved building forts and creating my own fantasy play area on a Sunday afternoon. Designing a kids room is so much different than designing any other space in the home. In a child's...

No doubt it's kids who are most excited to wake up early on Christmas morning and tear into the gifts. Who can blame them, really? Opening those carefully wrapped gifts is tons of fun. The hard part is finding that perfect gift for that special little someone. So far we've done buying guides...

Homework is never fun, despite what my sister used to say! But it can seem like less of a chore if done in a bright and inviting room space. Here are some kid's desk lamps that will have your little characters studying in style. Another great plus - these are all under $100. The Little Monster LED...

Blogger-designer Thomas Jayne at Interior Design has posted a neat look at two of his projects for beach house kids rooms. I must be a kid at heart, because this scene looks pretty good to me! Discover your own inner child in our kids lighting section and kids home decor sections. Photo thanks to Interior...

The nursery is one of the most exciting rooms to decorate. Speaking from experience, it's a blast creating a space for baby. Ohdeedoh is a fantastic blog which specializes in kids' spaces, so we were thrilled to see our White Flower Pendant Light in a recent feature on a reader's nursery...

In case you didn't know, today is National Read Across America Day. It's a celebration of reading organized by the National Education Association designed to get youngsters excited about books. Schools celebrate each year on March 2nd, the birthday of Dr. Suess. To create the perfect reading...

There's cute and then there's really, really cute. This table lamp definitely falls into that category! A final at the top makes it look like the momma giraffe is poking her head out above the shade. And it comes with a dimmer switch to lower the light for bedtime. You gotta love it! Take a peek...

Robin, a LAMPS PLUS customer from Florida, was a grand prize winner in our recent photo contest. So, what did she buy with her winnings? To put the finishing touches on her daughter's nursery, Robin brought home the Casa Deville Pretty in Pink Ceiling Fan . Using the Build-Your-Own-Ceiling-Fan feature...

It's crunch time. Well, actually you have four more days to order in time for Christmas delivery but it's definitely decision-making time. Here are some ideas for the characters in your life... For the Gardner ... You can match their home's exterior with one of our birdhouses for a personal...

Hey, even kids need a little style! But even I couldn't resist this whimsical, close-to-ceiling light design. The semi-flushmount light features purple butterflies and an inner diffuser that helps soften the light throw. This will make a cute addition to any child's room. The collection includes...

Kathy Ireland was recently featured in Baby Couture magazine's anniversary issue. She talks about her career, her writing, and her parenting philosophy. You can read the interview in Baby Couture's online magazine reader by clicking here . Mouse over the page navigation at the bottom; the interview...

Triggering a child's imagination doesn't take much but you can help it along by choosing a table lamp for their room with bold design and color. The lamp's charm should be immediately accessible with easily read themes. Crystal transforms an ordinary bedroom into a princess hide-away while...