Lush chenille upholstery covers the queen sleeper sectional, a stylish yet practical furnishing tucked in the room's far corner.

A twisted madras table tray serves up a bouquet of apricot-colored vanda orchids that pop against a palette of mocha, pomegranate, cream and tan.

Along with a queen-sized pullout bed, a cove tucked under the staircase provides sleeping accommodations for overnight guests.

Designed as a "secret getaway" for children, the 10 by 9-foot room boasts a flat-screen TV, plus sleeping bags for four. A running stripe visually expands the spaces. "It's not an adult room — it should be fun, frivolous and lighthearted," says Linda.