Transforming a Tiny Kids Bedroom into a Vibrant Oasis: The Collab Society Room Reveal
Small kids room ideas · Kids bedroom makeover Australia · Rental decorating · Adventure theme bedroom
What can you do with a 3m x 2m kids bedroom in a rental property? As it turns out — quite a lot. This small bedroom makeover by The Collab Society is bursting with colour and creativity, and it's packed with smart ideas for anyone styling a compact space for a child aged 4–10.
We're taking you through the full transformation: the design decisions, the practical storage solutions, the colour story, and the personalised pieces from Little Abodes Interiors that gave the room its personality.
The Design Brief: Adventure-Themed, Rental-Friendly, Small Space
The brief had three non-negotiables: make it feel bigger, make it work as a rental (no permanent changes), and make it exciting for a child. The colour palette that emerged — blues, greys, terracotta and mustard — captured exactly the spirit of adventure the room needed.
The Feature Wall: Vintage Palms Mural
To kickstart the adventure theme, the team used a muted grey Vintage Palms Wall Mural from Olive et Oriel, bringing a sense of exploration right into the room without touching a single paint tin.
The dark burnt-red wooden floors were initially a major concern — they made the space feel smaller and darker. The fix? A large bright rug spanning the entire width of the room, which instantly lightened the space and made it feel far more inviting.
The Loft Bed: The Smartest Decision in the Room
In a 3m x 2m rental room, floor space is everything. The Natty King Single Loft Bed from Boori was the perfect solution — elevating the sleeping area and freeing up the entire floor space below. The storage staircase was the real clincher: deep tubs perfect for stashing away toys and books, all built into the structure.
The DIY Desk: IKEA Trofast Hack
Underneath the loft, a mini desk was constructed using two IKEA Trofast storage units and a pine panel from Bunnings, sanded back and stained to match the oak finish of the loft bunk perfectly. Storage, study space, and style — all in one small footprint.
The Floor: Practical, Stylish, and Kid-Proof
For playtime on the floor, the team chose a double-sided padded foam playmat in Herringbone Sky from Little Wiwa — practical, stylish, and perfectly on-theme. The HomeDay lounger added a cosy reading nook that brought in more of the terracotta tones running through the room.
The Bedding: Dusty Blue Gingham from The Midnight Gang
For the bedding, the team chose a gingham Doona Cover Set from The Midnight Gang in a beautiful dusty blue colourway — waterproof, practical, and perfectly on-palette. Their Bed Mates Waterproof Bed Mats completed the setup for a genuinely parent-proof bed.
The Little Abodes Interiors Pieces: Personalised and Made to Order
This is where the room went from styled to truly personal. Little Abodes Interiors contributed several custom pieces that gave the space its signature feel:
- Personalised Name Plaque — custom made for Ollie, anchoring the room with his name above the bed
- Colour POP Night Light — a basketball design that tied perfectly into the room's sporty, adventurous theme
- Shaka Neon Sign — the statement piece that captured the cool, surfy vibe of the whole design
- Vibe Plaques — adding personality and character to the wall
✨ All Little Abodes Interiors pieces are handmade to order in Australia. Browse our full personalised decor range →
The Wall Decor: Banners, Flags and Art
Bold, handmade wall banners and flags from Hello Saturday brought texture and movement to the walls. Wall art from Kuki Prints added additional layers of colour and fun, while the Salt + Surf sign from Salt and Pine Store reinforced the coastal adventure theme throughout.
The Result: Big Style in a Small Space
This room makeover is proof that size doesn't limit creativity. By using versatile furniture, smart storage, and injecting bold personalised decor, a dull 3x2m rental room became a functional, exciting space any child would love to call their own.
The lesson? Start with a strong colour palette, choose furniture that works harder than it looks, and don't underestimate the impact of a personalised name sign and a glowing neon on the wall.
Shop the Full Look
- Personalised Name Plaques — Little Abodes Interiors
- Colour POP Night Lights — Little Abodes Interiors
- Shaka Neon & Custom Neon Signs — Little Abodes Interiors
- Vibe Plaques & Acrylic Decor — Little Abodes Interiors
- Gingham Quilt Cover + Mattress Protector — The Midnight Gang
- Spot Rug — Ohh Happy Home
- Vintage Palms Wallpaper Mural — Olive et Oriel
- Wall Art — Kuki Prints
- Herringbone Sky Playmat — Little Wiwa
- Natty King Single Loft Bed with Storage Staircase — Boori
- Kids Lounger — HomeDay
- Trofast Storage Units — IKEA
- Wooden Toys, Puzzles and Games — Growing Kind
- Kids Cruiser Skateboard — Gully Boards
- Coastal Shapes Rug — Foreshore Folk
- Child's Outfit — Hey Little Store
- Wall Flags, Pennants and Cushions — Hello Saturday
- Salt + Surf Sign and Wall Shapes — Salt and Pine Store
Inspired to transform your own little one's room? Browse our full range at Little Abodes Interiors:
- Shop personalised name signs & acrylic decor
- Shop neon signs
- Shop night lights
- Shop wallpaper & decals
Tag us in your room reveal on Instagram @littleabodesinteriors — we love seeing small spaces transformed into something extraordinary. ✨
