Justin Theroux and Nicole Brydon Bloom Designed Their Nursery to Be Calm but Playful – It's Built for Parents as Much as Kids
Crate & Kids worked with Nicole and Justin to design their dream nursery – it's relaxing and serene, with plenty of space for play
When we think of a nursery, play often comes first - think animal motifs, vibrant colors, and captivating patterns everywhere. Though these spaces are crucially designed for a new baby, it's equally important to prioritize the needs of the new parents, who will be spending most of their time in this room for the next several months. Clever storage and soothing decor need to be part of the architecture of the room, not just an afterthought.
Nicole Brydon Bloom and Justin Theroux leaned into this duality when they began to design their baby boy's nursery with the Crate & Kids Design Desk. 'We wanted a space that was calm and grounded, but still fun and playful,' explains the actress. The serene coastal color palette, cocooning furnishings, and subtly relaxing patterns of the space go above and beyond in creating a room that is stimulating for the baby but calming for the parents.
'They exceeded our expectations,' gushes Nicole. Homes & Gardens steps into the soothing baby boy's nursery to explore how anyone can make these spaces equally enjoyable for children and adults.
Like any interior design project, creating this baby's room was a labor of love, but working with the Crate and Kids team was a huge help.
Nicole explains: 'Our designer really listened to what we liked and how we wanted the room to work. She pulled all our ideas together in a way we never could’ve done on our own. They gave us a beautiful 3D rendering of the room so we could see how each piece would look in the space, which made everything feel so much more real and exciting before our little guy arrived.'
Recreate Nicole and Justin's Nursery at Home
In addition to plush furniture, clever nursery storage is a huge part of what makes this space feel so clean and relaxing. These are our editors' favorite pieces featured in Nicole and Justin's home, to make it easy for you to design your own serene space.
I am a huge fan of making storage as adorable as possible, and this chic but sweet bear hamper is the perfect example. The rattan weave adds texture to any room, while the little animal nose and ears make it fun.
Did anyone know diaper storage could look this chic? This elegant, leather handled caddy is perfect for keeping everything you need for baby care organized, and best of all, it's easy to transport.
These pretty plaid curtains have tie tops and gingham fabric for a playful yet elevated look. They would be gorgeous paired with shades of tan, as we see in Nicole and Justin's nursery.
Whether you need a place to prop your feet up during storytime, or want to give your children a pouf to balance on, this pretty cushion is the perfect things. Its 100% cotton striped linen surface brings an instant natural airiness to any home.
A subtly patterned baby blanket like this pretty checked one designed by Leanne Ford is the perfect choice for creating a layered crib. It transitions effortlessly between the nursery and crib for a pretty piece your child will have for years to come.
A layered lighting scheme is a clever method for making your child's room look warm and storied. This stylish textured lamp is the perfect piece for introducing this charm.
Functionality should be a huge consideration when designing a nursery, but you don't have to sacrifice cuteness. By choosing thoughtful, dual-purpose pieces, Nicole and Justin's space shows how nursery furniture can be both useful and adorable.
'Now, Justin and I spend most of our time in his nursery, and it just works so well for everything from feeds and diaper changes to naps and story time,' Nicole tells Homes & Gardens. 'I live in the Seesaw Glider.'
Part of designing a nursery that you love to be in is about leaning into materials you use elsewhere throughout your house - for Nicole and Justin, this pointed them to dark wood. Nicole states: 'The quality of every piece is superb. I especially love the dark wood of the crib and mirror - they bring warmth and depth to the room.'
These threads of continuity also help create cohesion throughout the room, making it feel sophisticated and carefully planned.
The repetition of stripes throughout this space is a clever gender neutral nursery idea that will grow with your child. Rather than feeling overly-kiddy, this look is appropriate across different ages, and is enjoyable to immerse yourself in as a part. An abundance of stripes makes the room feel subtly textured and fun, without overloading on busy prints.
Finally, the most sophisticated nurseries feel like a biography of the family who lives in the home. Characterful accents help to build a richly textured and unique space.
Nicole explains: 'The personalized photo wall (Crate & Kids' idea) might be my favorite part. It’s easily the coziest spot in our home.'
Nicole and Justin's space shows that careful consideration can make any nursery serene, yet playful. Though a soothing color palette, clever storage, and inviting textures, they create a space where they are excited to spend most of their time.
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