The Playroom Edit
Enriching, imaginative and magical are all words that come to mind when thinking about how best to design a space for little ones. We’re big believers that a sense of fun should be at the very heart of a child’s room, with colours, shapes and stories that allow their imagination to run wild. This week’s Sulis Picks looks to designers who are creating enchanting spaces for children and some equally spellbinding artworks that fit the bill.
There’s something really special about the vibrancy, slight off-center, eccentric nature of these silkscreen studies. A perfect pop of colour and a lovely subject for any child’s bedroom.
Patricia Johnstone (1944-2023) - Contemporary Woodcut, Ships & Lighthouses
Known for her whimsical murals and nature inspired homeware, Tess Newall leaves no corner untouched in her children’s magical cottage bedroom. The matching beds and beautiful self designed wallpaper create a space fit for a fairytale.
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With less of the colour but just as much fun, this playful print is wonderfully curious and eccentric.
Karel Lek (1929-2020) - 20th Century EtchingAntique Shop Window Still Life
A fun and floral pop of primary colours!
Obviously animals are going to be a huge hit with kids and we think this very sweet ink drawing of a cat will go down a treat!
The calming, classic interiors of Katherine Paravicini always have the sweetest finishing touches. We love the art choice for these children’s room designs.
If we ever need a pick-me-up we know to head straight to the embroidered world that is The Fabled Thread’s Instagram account. This colour filled children’s room design is adorned with the sweetest original embroidered pieces.
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Katie Cardew keeps colour at the heart of all of her designs and nothing summarises this sentiment better than the wonderful choices she has made in her own children’s bedrooms. Filled with charming trinkets, paintings and vibrant pops of colour, Katie has created a space that embraces both the playful and functional in this beautiful bedroom design.
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If nostalgia is what you’re going for then look no further than this limited edition lithograph by Vincent Henry Lines. It’s Famous five meets Beatrix Potter in its gentle characters and and soft colour tones.
Vincent Henry Lines (1909-1968) - 20th Century Lithograph Ice Skaters II
We’re fully behind the very lovely trend of samplers for nurseries. Not only are they gorgeous but they add such a personal note to a room. We have some great examples in our collection so have a browse!
Jemma Jamie’s paintings are perfectly suited for a child’s room. With a whole host of adorable characters, Jemma bring imagination and colour to every part of her endlessly fun designs.
Nothing says fun like wallpapers from House of Hackney, with an expert eye for colour and pattern their designers know just how to make a space adventurous and energetic.
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Extremely sweet and quaint, this lovely nautical scene is sure to add a sense of adventure to any interior.
Gill Wilson's fun, eclectic style shines through in this delightful series of screenprints. From medieval characters to British landmarks, these colourful scenes perfectly capture the artist's joyful outlook on her life and work, as well as her focus on architectural detail and form.