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Varsity Sports Inspired Tween Boy Bedroom

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I’m super excited about this room reveal I’m about to share for many reasons.

1. It was a special present from his Mom for a super smart straight A and very cool (do the kids still say cool?) tween boy – age 11! #boymoms unite.

2. He’s a huge Cleveland Cavaliers and LeBron James fan (I grew up in the Cleveland Hts. area – so I was stoked to hear that.)

3. It’s a not so little known fact that kid spaces are my favorite to design because you insert just the right amount of whimsy, fun and lots of function into the design. Adults take their spaces so seriously with all the brown, beige and blah – I always jump at the chance to design spaces for the young and the young at heart.

In order to design any space, I try to learn about my clients (even the little ones) and their real lifestyles, interest and must haves. I was told that this kid is studious, love sports, gaming, needed lots of storage for shoes and clothes and was all about LeBron James.

The new space would also need to be classic and not trendy – because it has to be last well into his teen years. I decided a sophisticated varsity inspired themed sports room was the way to go.

We changed some of the foundation elements that would add major impact immediately, switched out the carpet for hardwood floors and an area rug, plus updated the original vertical blinds with shutters.

At the final room reveal the kid did a pretty good job of not letting a super cheesy smile slip out – while his Mom on the other hand jumped up and down and all around… I so love reactions like this. Later, she told me that he said ‘Ms. Micaela totally gets me!’

I sure do and I’m so glad you know it : )

Design: M.Red Design

Photography: Megan Weaver

cara

Monday 3rd of August 2020

where do i find out about the fan light fixture? Would love to know even what you call it to look for it online?

Beth

Monday 3rd of August 2020

Hi Cara, The owner didn't list the source, but try searching caged flush mount light for similar choices. Good luck in your search!

Ashley

Friday 11th of October 2019

Where is this light fixture from? I love it and want to purchase it!

Sharon

Monday 21st of January 2019

Love this room. Perfect for my 8yr old. What is the color of the walls and is that just good old black paint?

Lauren

Monday 8th of January 2018

What is the color (and brand) on the walls? I love it

Faye Gilland

Monday 19th of June 2017

Spectacular and Some! Love it.