Is your child’s bedroom in chaos? Is it hard to find a clear path?  Time to tame the mess and engage your child in the process. This expert Seattle interior designer knows that these days it’s easier than ever with an abundance of products to assist in taming the myriad toys, games, and clothes. Professional organizer, Troy Kirschner, says “Begin with a  declutter, using the general rule of thumb that with each new item that comes in, one must go out. The latter can be donated to a local charity or sold on eBay”.  Kirschner, owner of Bulls Head-based ACE Space Krafters, advises involving your children in the process. Allow them to help choose which items to give away and how to store those they’re keeping. If they like the setup and know it’s for their benefit, Kirschner reasons, there’s a greater chance they’ll keep the room neat and tidy.

Think creatively when it comes to organizing; use The Container Store’s 24-Pocket Cotton Overdoor Shoe Bag to store dolls instead; $19.99. Storage ottomans used in a playroom, child’s room or living room not only provide additional hidden storage space, but a place to put up your feet. The Cameron Collection from Pottery Barn features streamlined forms and a vast array of components allowing this well-made collection to organize it all, beautifully. 

 

Create display space for posting assignments, showcasing collections and storing supplies with these modular pieces from the Stanton Collection also from Pottery Barn. Square chalkboards, pin boards and corkboards can be hung on the walls to keep track of assignments and showcase collections. The squares are available in different colors and styles, making them functional and aesthetically pleasing.

At Bograd Kids in Manhattan, owner Zoya Bograd offers storage solutions built into furniture, making it easier for kids and parents to stay organized. Ms. Bograd, who has a 15-year-old daughter, believes the best things for parents to do if they want their children to be organized is to be organized themselves. “Children definitely look at us and try to do what we do,” she said. “Teach by example, that’s my best advice.”