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08 August

Which furniture for a teenager? Or how not to buy something that will immediately be labelled "weird"

 

Buying furniture for a teenager is an extreme sport. On the one hand, you have your grown-up, rational approach: "it has to be comfortable, sturdy and not cost as much as a new phone". On the other hand, you have ... a teenager.

That is, a person who knows what they don't want, but can't yet always say what they want. And if you choose something that "looks like a piece of children's furniture" or "is totally out of style" - you can be sure to hear about it immediately.

So what should you buy so that your room is practical and your teenager doesn't roll his eyes every time he looks at it? It can be embraced. You just have to approach the subject with your head - and detachment.

Furniture for a teenager's room has to accommodate more than just clothes.

It's not just a room for sleeping anymore. It is:

  • a bedroom,
  • office (school, work, remote learning),
  • living room (reading, gaming, series, sometimes visiting friends),
  • storage for everything.

And that's why the furniture has to be versatile but not overdone.

What works?

  • A bed with drawers or a container - you know, things need to be stored somewhere.
  • A desk with a drawer and space for cables - the less everything sits on top, the better for everyone.
  • A wardrobe with a rod and shelves - because the number of clothes is increasing, and "I have nothing to wear" is a condition, not a question of quantity.
  • A bookcase or chest of drawers - for books, games, boxes, whatever.

And that's all it takes. You don't need ten segments and a set of furniture.

2 More important than style? Not to be ashamed of it in front of your friends.

This is the real test. The furniture has to pass through the filter: "Could my classmate sit here and not say anything stupid?".

If the bed looks like it's from an 8-year-old's room or the chair resembles a dentist's chair from the 1990s, you can be sure it won't pass.

So it's worth choosing things that are neutral in form and colour, which your teenager can then personalise - with lamps, posters, graphics, veneers. Let the style come out of the accessories, not the factory print that says "Street Style".

Also worth reading: Scandinavian, industrial, boho style - how to fit into a teenage room

3 Furniture and a minimum of chaos - how not to get lost in a teenager's room

Let's not kid ourselves - order is a temporary state. But you can make it easier for yourself:

  • drawers are great - better than shelves alone, because you can "hide the mess",
  • closed and open shelves - you can put something up, hide something,
  • baskets, boxes, pedestals - if your furniture doesn't have these, it's worth adding them.

In short: every item should have a place somewhere, even if it won't be there 90% of the time.

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4. teenagers also have taste - just not the same as adults

Not everyone likes white, simple and "universal" furniture. But not everyone wants bright neon signs and "GAMER" on the wardrobe door either.

Therefore, before you buy anything, do a simple thing: ask.

You don't need to pass a test on interior trends among young people. Just ask what they like, what they definitely don't want, or if they have any ideas for their room.

Such a conversation will save you both some stress. And perhaps it will allow you to find something that looks neither like it's from a toddler's room nor like it's from a "youth furniture 2010" brochure.

5 In our shop, we also know that "youthful" doesn't have to mean "weird".

Fortunately, the days of furniture with a skateboard on the front and plastic handles are slowly becoming a thing of the past. That's why with us you'll find things that simply make sense - beds, wardrobes and desks that can be liked (and used) without being forced to add ideology to them.

Simple, durable and neutral enough so that every teenager can add a bit of their own style to them - without being cringe-worthy.

Summary, before you hear again: "This is weak".

When buying furniture for your teenager, don't look for "teenage style from a catalogue".

Look for solutions that:

  • embrace learning, relaxation and clutter,
  • will not embarrass you in front of your friends,
  • can be adapted to changing needs and tastes.

And remember - a teenager's room is not a showroom. It's supposed to be a place to live. With sandwiches, a charger under the bed, a cluttered drawer and music that plays far too loud. But at least in its own style.

Check also: Back to School in Style: How to Refresh Your Teenage Room for the New School Year

FAQ - frequently asked questions

What furniture should be in a teenager's room?

Basic furniture includes a bed (preferably with a storage bin), a desk with space for studying, a comfortable chair, a wardrobe and a bookcase or chest of drawers for storage.

How can you avoid buying furniture that your teenager will find 'obnoxious'?

It is best to ask your teenager about his or her preferences, choosing simple and neutral furniture that can be personalised with accessories in his or her style.

Is it worth investing in ready-made teenage furniture sets?

Ready-made sets can be impractical and don't always meet needs. It is better to choose individual pieces that suit your teenager's space and style.

What furniture colours are safe for the teenager's room?

Neutral colours - white, grey, wood, black - work best. They provide a good base for later personalisation by the teenager.

Where to buy youth furniture that is durable and normal?

In the Umebluje shop you will find youth furniture that is durable, simple and adaptable to different tastes - without unnecessary embellishments.