Teenage Bedroom Color Schemes
Let your teenager's tastes shine through with a bedroom color scheme he or she will love.
By the time kids are teenagers, they usually have a pretty good idea what colors and style of decorating they like. With some guidance from you, your teen can choose a bedroom color scheme that will be an extension of his or her personality and a personal space that's perfect for spending time.
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Fresh Walk-In Closet
What's retro to a parent is likely a fresh design to a teenager. The geometric look and bright colors of mod style seen in this walk-in closet are always popular with the under-20 crowd. Design: Shelley Cahan/Photo: Jason Kisner
Photo By: Jason Kisner © 2013, Scripps Networks, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Appealing Window Seat
A secretary-style desk is included in the custom cabinetry design of this stylish playroom. A fun hot pink is echoed on the window seat cushion, roman shade trim and Moroccan pouf — all of which are easily changed should color tastes change. Design: Fiorella Design/Photo: Frank Paul Perez
Accent Wall
A tween's room is a great place to play with fun colors and patterns. The turquoise accent wall and maps offer a wide color palette to choose from, while black and white accents ground the space. Design: TerraCotta Properties
Teenager's Room With a Powerful Punch
Continuing her theme of "Bermuda in the city," designer Anna Donohue created a teenage retreat that is replete with fun patterns and colors. The bed and wall covering are simple in design, but graphic patterns in the pillows, Roman shade and bulletin board give the room a bold look. A black industrial-style lamp adds whimsy and spunk.
Photo By: Michael J. Lee
Teen Bedroom With Bold Braille Wall Flats
The minimalist design of this modern bedroom is the perfect setting for the bold, blue Braille wall installation. A sphere chair and sleek work station make this a cool place to hang out for a teen boy.
Photo By: Madeleine Lenke
Modern Teen's Bedroom Features Kelly Green Accents
A bold kelly green desk chair and accessories really pop against the crisp white walls in this modern teen's room. On one side of the room, two Roman shades feature a black and white print of Elvis repeated three times on each shade. The spacious, modern desk on the adjacent wall is the perfect workspace for afternoon homework.
Boy's Bedroom Features Playful, Quirky Style
An array of fun, quirky accessories adorns a midcentury modern desk in this boy's bedroom. The fun doesn't stop there — colorful skateboards are mounted in a row above the bed, creating an unexpected and eye-catching form of artwork.
Photo By: John Woodcock Photography
Boho Chic
The inspiration for this grand design was a dream catcher from the client’s mother. Like a dream catcher, the room would have the perfect blend of colors, textures, patterns and materials. Urban elements were to be mixed with traditional, organic with geometric.
Photo By: A. Clore Interiors
Teenagers love color; don't be afraid to let them choose bright shades of their favorites. Even color combinations that seem unconventional can work well together, or be modified to keep everyone in the household happy.
Orange, purple, bright blue and navy are all popular with the teen set. Even black can be used in ways that will create a look that is sophisticated enough to appeal to your teenager without looking dreary or dismal.
Purple is a particular favorite among teen girls; the color can be used for looks ranging from romantic to modern, depending on the shade and what accent colors you choose. For a glamorous look, pair a rich shade of purple with black furniture and art-deco light fixtures. White furniture and billowy fabrics will give a lavender room a dreamy feel.
Some teen girls still like pink, but they're ready to take the color up a notch. Try rich pink or salmon walls with accents in a bright shade of green, purple or sunny yellow. Modern furniture and geometric touches will keep a teen's pink bedroom from looking too young or frilly.
For a teen boy's room, try a warm brown or neutral beige with bright accents in orange, green or blue for a color pop. Many boys continue to like blue during their teen years, and a rich cobalt or navy looks good with accents in green or brown.
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Fur Bubble Chair
A white bubble chair covered in fur is so simple and yet so sophisticated; they also work well in a retro-themed space. These chairs are composed of acrylic and fake fur, making them a great choice for a teens bedroom.
Photo By: Allison Corona
Pink Tween Bedroom Accessories
Looking for a high-energy, tone-on-tone look? Consider hot pink, salmon and white. When paired, hot pink and salmon seem very similar, almost seamless; however, once separated by white, the colors' distinctive differences come to life.
Photo By: Flynnside Out Productions
Transitional Pink and White Girl's Bedroom With Tufted Bed Frame
The white, classic Moroccan-style rug adds sophistication and style to this teen bedroom. Pops of pink give the space a girly feel without going overboard. A chic, white tufted bed frame and ottoman will last well beyond teen years.
Photo By: John Daugherty, Realtors a member of Luxury Portfolio International
Some teenagers will gravitate toward neutral or paler shades for their walls. You can still bring color into the mix with fabric, rugs and other accessories. A girl's room in a soft blue or green can be pretty without looking "little girlish." For a boy's room, grey with navy is a good combination that looks good with unpainted or black furniture.
Teens often love wall murals, which work well on walls painted in lighter shades. Let your teenager's tastes and interests shine through. Geometric shapes, silhouettes from nature scenes such as trees or flowers, or sketches of musical instruments or hobbies are good choices.
If your teen son or daughter likes black, consider painting one wall, such as the one behind the headboard, as an accent. Black can serve as an anchor for brighter colors used in the room.
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Bedroom Color Ideas From HGTV Dream Home 2017 20 Photos
Get design inspiration for your teen's bedroom color scheme from this colorful suite.
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