How to design the perfect safe space for your kids at home

One of the biggest challenges of designing a children’s space is to select furniture that is safe yet stimulating enough so the little ones can learn, play and thrive in a welcoming environment.

FLEXA Hong Kong offers Scandinavian-inspired stylish kids’ furniture that is free of formaldehyde, solvents and colourants.

“All FLEXA’s furniture is TUV Sud-tested to ensure full compliance with European regulations,” said a representative from FLEXA Hong Kong.

Scandinavian design and sustainability often go hand in hand. FLEXA Hong Kong’s wood and medium-density fibreboards are crafted from pine, birch, ash or oak that is sustainably sourced in Europe.

Each piece also needs to be safe and sturdy enough to allow curious hands to touch and explore. Sharp edges are a big no-no, while movable parts such as doors and drawers should be slow-closing, with rounded corners and edges.

“Shelves and tall cabinets should also be fixed securely to walls wherever possible,” says Sanna Hall, Indigo Living’s children’s buyer.

Functionality comes a close second. “Easy-to-clean surfaces, furniture that ‘grows’ with your child and smart storage solutions are always winners when it comes to selecting items for your kids’ room,” says Hall.

“The key is to keep the space tidy and organised, while allowing little hands easy access to everything,” says Sean Lim, Indigo Living’s senior interior designer.