The Elephant in the Room

Fall 2019 (Florida Coast Magazine) – Let your imagination run wild with safari scenes and jungle dreams. With the kids back in school, now is the time to create spaces that ignite their whimsy and inspiration, on a kid-friendly budget. This gender-neutral jungle nook merges fantasy with functionality, where monkey business is the only business, and adventure always awaits.

THE JUNGLE NOOK Makeshift forts are a thing of the past with the current teepee trend, sweeping playrooms and nurseries across the nation. A cute and cozy hideaway for your little ones to play, read, or snuggle up. Garnish with blankets and pillows in true glamping style. Crate & Kids, $159, Metallic Silver Teepee, www.crateandbarrel.com

TOUCAN PLAY THAT GAME Unleash their wild side by transforming a basic room into a literal jungle gym with ease. Murals take the guesswork out of wallpaper; simply submit your wall dimensions online and await the arrival of your custom masterpiece. This floor to ceiling watercolor mural brings the magic of The Amazon to your little monkeys. Murals Wallpaper, price varies by size, “Hidden Paradise”, www.muralswallpaper.com

EARN YOUR STRIPES Choosing the perfect rug isn’t always black and white. While this zebra hide doesn’t match the softer color scheme, it brings the safari theme full circle. Playrooms are a great opportunity to play with contrasting colors and patterns, ultimately creating a cohesive space. Houzz, $260, Brazilian Cowhide Zebra Rug 5’x7’, www.houzz.com

ALPACA THE TOYS Storage in a child’s room is critical to keeping it as neat and organized as possible. Making storage a part of the decor is a crafty way to hide toys, and add another layer of texture to the space. Target, $25 each, Opalhouse Ratan Elephant & Llama Baskets, www.target.com