Shared kids’ room planning brief
FlatInteriors · Free worksheet
Compare two layouts using the same room and furniture dimensions. Keep your completed copy locally; no sign-up is needed. Use Child A and Child B instead of names. This brief is not a measured plan or a safety assessment: ask your designer to verify site dimensions and installation requirements.
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1. Record the room
| Feature | Measurements and notes — use one unit throughout |
|---|---|
| Length, width and ceiling height | |
| Door position, width and swing | |
| Windows and sill heights | |
| Columns, beams and projections | |
| Sockets, switches and AC positions |
2. List furniture to keep
| Item | Width × depth × height | Can it move? What opens or pulls out? |
|---|---|---|
| Bed A and mattress | ||
| Bed B and mattress | ||
| Wardrobe | ||
| Desk and chair | ||
| Other retained furniture |
3. Give each child a place for everyday things
| Need | Child A | Child B |
|---|---|---|
| Clothes and school bag | ||
| Books and study supplies | ||
| Toys or hobbies | ||
| Study routine and lighting | ||
| What can be shared? |
4. Compare drawings, not just pictures
Show doors and drawers fully open and study chairs pulled out. Mark routes to both beds, everyday storage and window controls. Discuss furniture fixing requirements with your designer.
| Decision | Parallel beds | Corner beds |
|---|---|---|
| Access trade-offs | ||
| Storage trade-offs | ||
| Study and daylight | ||
| Furniture to replace | ||
| Questions still unresolved |
5. Before ordering
Preferred option and reason: ___________________________________________________
Site measurements verified by / date: ____________________________________________
Open questions, responsible person and next review date: ___________________________
Source and illustrated comparisons: flatinteriors.com/guides/shared-kids-room-layouts/
The guide uses AI-generated design inspiration, not completed projects or construction drawings.