1. Choose Classic Furnishings

Avoid the expense and hassle of continuously refurnishing your child’s room as they grow by purchasing timeless furnishings that will suit him or her at any age. Selecting bedroom sets with classic finishes will make it easy to add additional pieces over the years.

2. Prioritize Storage

Storage is critical for any kid’s room. There will always be more things than there are places to put them. From booties and bottles to soccer balls and stamp collections, you can bring order to the chaos with storage-friendly furniture. If your child’s room has a small closet, be sure to choose a dresser and/or chest with plenty of storage. Beds featuring built-in storage are another great storage solution.

3. Invest in a Good Night’s Sleep

While a twinbed frame is the common choice, consider starting your child with a full- or queen-size bed — it will give them more room to grow, and save you the expense of buying a new mattress later. It also makes a more comfortable guest bed when relatives are visiting. No matter what size you choose, look for a high-quality, supportive mattress set.

4. Accessorize Creatively

Accessories, lamps and artwork are simple ways to add character and personality to a room. As your child gets older, it’s easy to update the nightstands, bedding, curtains, rugs and accents to reflect their interests.

5. Choose the Perfect Palette

Gone are the days when baby blue and light pink dominated nurseries. Today’s bedroom colors are more complex and offer more longevity than the traditional nursery shades. Look for these sophisticated color palettes: grey + yellow, blush + beige, aqua + grey, navy + lavender, orange + grey, and lime + navy.