Choose the right colors for the children's room: How to create security, play and peace with warm tones

Warm, muted colors like mustard yellow, brown, green, and orange do something special with children's rooms. They bring energy and joy – but in a quiet way that doesn't overstimulate. Unlike strong primary colors, they invite both play and rest. Research shows that colors affect children more than we think: certain colors can reduce stress, increase security, and even promote memory and concentration.

Mustard yellow is a clear example. This muted yellow tone with hints of orange feels both warm and creative. The color brings life to the room, without being loud. The same goes for green – nature’s own color. It calms, balances and creates harmony. A green armchair or curtain can act as a safe point in the room, especially when combined with natural materials such as wood, rattan and live plants.

The combination of these colors – burnt, earthy and warm – makes the children's room feel both cozy and lively. Here the child can relax but also explore and be creative. Plants, wooden furniture and details from nature reinforce the calm but curious atmosphere.

Lillrum's Folk & Fur collection fits in perfectly here. The motifs – Rusty the fox, Hazel the hedgehog, Coco the cat and more – all feature warm tones such as brown, green and golden yellow. The illustrations are designed specifically for children's rooms, with a focus on how color and shape interact in the room. The result is both harmonious and playful, without it feeling cluttered.

Don’t forget the lighting. A warm dimmable lamp softens the colors in the evening, while daylight makes them burst with life during the day. The room changes character according to the child’s rhythm – just as it should.

And if you feel unsure about how to put the whole thing together, there is help available. With Lillrum's Dream Room in Picture service, you can visualize your child's room in advance - with mood boards, color suggestions and posters tailored to your style. A safe path to a beautiful and well-thought-out room where the child can grow, rest and play. Because in the end, it's about more than aesthetics - it's about creating a place that supports the little one's life, every day.