Kid’s Republic, a children’s picture bookstore in Beijing, stimulates activity, play and exploration. The space is unified by colourful ribbons that snake through an activity room on the first floor, a staircase and the bookstore on the second floor.
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Bringing up two children might set parents back more than $500,000 - but it is no more expensive than it was five years ago, a new report has found. More at SMH.com.au
Creating a stylish nursery needn’t mean squandering a fortune on the most expensive furniture or fittings. Style isn’t defined by how much you spend nor what you buy; it’s about addressing the function whilst adding your own flair. It isn’t fashion or trends; it is your distinctive way of creating a look.
A starting point is to contemplate your personal style characterised by the other rooms in your house. Do you mix retro, second-hand finds with contemporary? Are you a fan of clean modern lines with splashes of unexpected colour? Do you favour minimalism — all white walls with evidence of human life concealed in cupboards? Is sustainability the most important issue for you?
Consider taking your personal style and tailoring it to the needs of your baby. Think about how many years you need the look to last; after all, in the blink of an eye, your baby will grow into a child. Have you found a signature piece — an artwork or fabric pattern — that could inspire the rest of your room?
Now isn’t that an awesome room? Jake Nickell (co-founder and president of Skinnycorp) and his partner, Shondi, are responsible for the above nursery that exemplifies their creative style; the wall prints and some of the toys were previously owned. The muted tones of the carpet and walls make a peaceful backdrop to the explosion of fun and colour of the toys and accessories. In addition, the room can quickly grow with the child by simply changing the furniture. Many of the accessories will last a lifetime; disco balls and softies are for two day olds as well as twenty-somethings.
Start dreaming and consider your personal style.
Photos by Skaw
More on Planning a Nursery
Part One: Your Style
Part Two: Desired Ambiance
Part Three: Your Budget
Part Four: Furniture
It’s our Christmas gift to you!
Australian residents should order by December 20th — if not sooner — to receive gifts by Christmas. We don’t want to stress out the posties!
Unfortunately the deadline for guaranteed international Christmas deliveries has closed, however a gift certificate will wing its way to you pronto.
*Free shipping ends December 31st 2007 or until stocked items are sold out.
If you’re searching for a good lookin’ book to please your child (and yourself) then look no further.
The annual Dulwich Hill Street Fair is on this weekend with the theme of ‘Creating Community’. Marrickville Road and Seaview Street will be filled with entertainment, children’s activities and rides, demonstrations and workshops, and a wide range of stalls.
When: Sunday 2 December from 10am — 4pm
More info: Official Site
The designs for the gift certificates have been finalised and they’re ready to rock’n'roll! If you’re unsure of the nursery colour scheme or looking for a last-minute gift idea for a modern mum and baby, gift certificates make an ideal present.
Soon I will be writing articles about planning a stylish nursery, décor ideas and interviews and tips from the professionals who know best.
Or do they? Send in your photos, ideas and let us know how you went about planning your nursery and your baby’s room could be featured on these pages. Email us now!
Same Same | Saturday 11th June 2005
I was flying to a conference in Hong Kong with a friend and with people that I’d yet to meet. As I greeted them for the first time I noticed someone taking photos of the scene. Standing in the queue. Seated on the plane. Who was this guy? It was Garry Trinh.
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And that would be Sardines by Nicole Gastonguay, whose knitting is big on the crafty food scene… yes, really.
