25 Lighting Ideas for Your Kids' Room

Brighten the cutest space in the house with our favorite nightlights, neon signs, pendants and more.

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July 30, 2021

By: Katie Friedman and Amanda Lecky

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Paper Lanterns

The right light fixture can help visually divide a large, shared bedroom, like this midcentury space by B. Pila Design Studio. The designers used inexpensive paper lanterns in a range of colors and sizes to section off the room and create a delightful focal point.

Fun Nighlights

Nightlights can comfort small children when they're tucked into bed and help keep the monsters away. Pinky the ghost from Pac-Man was the perfect choice for this '80s-themed bedroom by J&J Design Group.

From: J&J Design Group

Bold Table Lamps

Accent lighting should make a bold impact. In this eclectic girls' room by designer Tara Eaton, the table lamp's "branches" and mustard yellow hue pop against the white walls and coordinate with the bedding.

From: Tamara Eaton

Drum Lights

Drum pendant lights are a great way to fill out a larger room and update the space for a teenager. Notice how designer Erinn Valencich went with a bright orange shade to tie the room's citrusy color palette together.

From: Erinn Valencich

Classic Floor Lamps

Nurture your child's love of reading by creating a designated book nook. A comfy chair, a foot rest and a good reading light are all you really need. But if you want to save money down the line, invest in a stylish floor lamp that will grow with your child. Design by J&J Design Group.

From: J&J Design Group

Cloud Pendants

Add a little movement to your kids' room with a cloud pendant light. In this adorable, aquatic-themed space from designer Kristina Crestin, the freeform pendant echoes the lines in the wave wallpaper and makes it seem like the room really could be rocking.

From: Kristina Crestin

Bright Desk Lamps

Make their homework station a little more fun with a colorful desk lamp. In this neutral kids' room from designer Claire Paquin, an electric-yellow lamp acts as practical furniture and a cute pop of color.

From: Claire Paquin

Macrame Pendants

Macrame just makes sense for a boho nursery or kids' room. Get the look of a wall hanging and the functionality of a light fixture, all in one, with a macrame pendant. In this cozy nursery from Curated Nest, the pendant saves wall space without sacrificing softness.

Neon Signs

Neon signs are all the rage right now. Let your teen make a statement of their own with a neon sign over their bed or desk. We love how designer Jessica McClendon added even more whimsy to this teen girl's room by layering the word "love" over floral wallpaper.

From: Jessica McClendon

LED Constellations

Forget glow-in-the-dark stickers on the ceiling. Make constellations the main event with a custom accent wall, like J&J Design Group did for this boy's bedroom. Navy blue paint evokes the night sky and helps the LED stars stand out at all hours.

From: J&J Design Group

Globe Pendants

Maybe it's because they remind us of balloons, but globe pendant lights are a fitting choice for a kid's room. In this attic space designed by Brian Patrick Flynn, the pendants seem to float down the hall and help visually elongate the narrow area.

Giraffe Sconces

Animal friends are always welcome in a kids' room. Swap their traditional sconces for a pair of these good-natured giraffes. In this eclectic nursery by J&J Design Group, the safari animals brighten the changing table for Mom and Dad and comfort the new baby.

From: J&J Design Group

Pom-Pom Garlands

String lights are fun at night but can get lost in a child's bedroom during the day. The solution? Multicolored globe lights. Drape the strands across your kiddo's bed, like designer Kendall Simmons did here, for pom-poms during the day and fairy lights at night.

Semi-Flush Flowers

A semi-flush light fixture with a fun shape can help showcase your child's personality. In this modern girls' room, the scalloped light fixture inspires thoughts of flowers and sweetens the design for the little ladies.

From: Windermere Real Estate

Separate Reading Lights

In a shared bedroom, separate "zones" are everything. Keep the peace by outfitting each bed with a small reading light. This will give the little ones some control over their side and help reduce conflict when one wants to read and the other wants to sleep.

From: Greenwood King Properties and Luxury Portfolio International®

Moon Marquee Lights

How sweet is this celestial nightlight? Take a page out of Studio V's book and use a marquee light, like this crescent moon, as a special 3D element. In this woodland-themed nursery, the moon really brings the birch forest to life.

From: Studio V

Diamond Cage Pendants

Dial up the drama in a teen girl's room with a diamond cage pendant. We love how designer Regan Baker chose a light fixture with a gold finish to give her client's bedroom a little extra sparkle.

From: Regan Baker

Sputnik Fixtures

Add a serious wow factor to your teen's room with a Sputnik light fixture. The bars exploding from the center will lend a sculptural element to their space and maybe even distract from any messes on their floor. Design by Holly Bender.

From: Holly Bender

Rattan Chandeliers

A three-tiered, rattan chandelier is the perfect way to incorporate natural elements into a nursery or kids' room. In this jungle-themed nursery from Havenly, the chandelier softens the space and complements the palm leaf wallpaper.

Transparent Glass Pendants

It's hard to compete with a cool piece of art. Let their graphic wallpaper or custom sign shine with a transparent glass pendant. We love how the pros at Blackband Design used such a delicate light fixture to draw the eye straight to the oars on the wall. "X" marks the spot!

From: Blackband Design

Moravian Star Pendants

There's something so charming about a Moravian star pendant. Set the stage for sweet dreams by hanging one of these lights from the ceiling. The designers at CLOTH & KIND chose a modern black trim to balance the room's more traditional elements.

From: CLOTH & KIND

Double-Duty Gallery Walls

Draw even more attention to their gallery wall with a small light-up sign. We love how J&J Design Group chose an arrow to reinforce the nursery's adventure theme and pull the eye from one print to the next. Best of all? The arrow also works as a nightlight.

Beaded Chandeliers

Put a sophisticated spin on your child's room with a beaded chandelier. The wood beads mimic the cascading effect of crystals without making the room feel too serious or formal. For a serene design like this, follow Erica Bryen's lead and stick with neutrals.

From: Erica Bryen Design

Vintage Sconces

A small, vintage sconce will bring all the atmosphere to a camp-themed kids' room. To recreate this cozy look from Fixer Upper, start with forest wallpaper and then position the sconce between twin "bunks." Now the kiddos will have the perfect spot to read before lights out.

Pretty Pairs

Here's an easy way to elevate your teen's bedroom: Place table lamps on either side of the bed. Notice how designer Amy Peltier selected Shibori-blue lamps to ensure that the space would still feel fun and youthful for her client's daughter.

From: Amy Peltier Interior Design & Home

Photo By: B. Pila Design Studio

Photo By: J&J Design Group

Photo By: Francis Dzikowski

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Photo By: Jared Kuzia Photography

Photo By: Donna Dotan

Photo By: Curated Nest

Photo By: Jessica McClendon

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Photo By: Brian Patrick Flynn

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Photo By: Kendall Simmons

Photo By: Windermere Real Estate, a member of Luxury Portfolio International

Photo By: Greenwood King Properties, a member of Luxury Portfolio International

Photo By: Alexander Abed Photography

Photo By: Regan Baker Design Inc.

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Photo By: Havenly

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Photo By: Photo by Sarah Dorio; Design by: CLOTH & KIND; Builder: Athens Building Company

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25 Lighting Ideas for Your Kids' Room

Related To:

Paper Lanterns

Fun Nighlights

Bold Table Lamps

Drum Lights

Classic Floor Lamps

Cloud Pendants

Bright Desk Lamps

Macrame Pendants

Neon Signs

LED Constellations

Globe Pendants

Giraffe Sconces

Pom-Pom Garlands

Semi-Flush Flowers

Separate Reading Lights

Moon Marquee Lights

Diamond Cage Pendants

Sputnik Fixtures

Rattan Chandeliers

Transparent Glass Pendants

Moravian Star Pendants

Double-Duty Gallery Walls

Beaded Chandeliers

Vintage Sconces

Pretty Pairs

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