Room Design & Inspiration

Explore our Room Design and Inspiration blog for expert advice on creating luxurious nurseries and children’s rooms. From high-end children’s beds to bespoke nursery furniture and decor, find curated ideas that blend functionality with elegance, perfect for discerning parents.




Valentine's Day gifts to your little one that slot perfectly into their nursery
When it comes to spoiling your little bundle, tot or tweenager this Valentine’s Day, gift them something they’ll cherish forever. Nothing says ‘You’re my favourite person in the world’ li...
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The Most Luxurious Baby and Nursery Gifts for Chinese New Year
  Chinese New Year has begun! The festival, also known as the Lunar New Year, is celebrated by 2 billion people worldwide. On the agenda this year is time spent with loved ones...
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Baby nursery interior design trends to get on board with this month
Nursery room makeover in the works? These interior design trends are set to sweep the charts this year (bonus – they’re timeless, so won’t be going out of style anytime soon). 
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The Baby Cot Shop’s Nursery Trend Predictions for 2022
2022 brings with it heaps of exciting nursery trends. From pretty purple hues to statement lighting, here are our Nursery Trend Predictions for 2022... PANTONE PURPLE Purple may just be t...
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The Baby Cot Shop’s Luxury Christmas Gift Guide for the Whole Family
Tis the season to buy the most premium, elegant Christmas gifts for the whole family. Ready to give Santa a run for his money? Look no further than these best-sellers from The ...
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The Baby Cot Shop’s Founder, Toks Aruoture, is the new face of London billboards
Have you spotted our founder Toks Aruoture on billboards around the capital promoting accounting company Sage? Here’s everything you need to know about The Baby Cot Shop’s latest (and ext...
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10 Independent Children's Brands you can find at The Baby Cot Shop
Searching for a special gift for a friend’s new bundle of joy or wanting to treat your little one to something extraordinary? From The Baby Cot Shop’s exclusive range of premium linen, wa...
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Entrepreneur Mums Month: The Power of Manifestation
It’s officially Entrepreneur Mums Month at The Baby Cot Shop! An initiative that’s part of our Entrepreneurial Women Campaign, we’re celebrating incredible businesswomen and inspiring the...
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The Baby Cot Shop's Top Autumn 2021 Nursery Trends
The trend that boomed last autumn isn’t going anywhere. Say hello to cottagecore and The Baby Cot Shop’s nursery edition – mini cottagecore. Mini cottagecore celebrates the British countr...
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The Most Magical Finishing Touches Every Baby Nursery Needs
When designing your sweetheart’s nursery, we love looking at the finer details. These small, beautiful additions make a big impact to their snuggly space, so get ready to jazz things up. ...
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Half Term Essentials for Baby's First Holiday
Your baby’s first holiday is both daunting and exciting! With half term on the horizon, here are the essentials you’ll want to pack, whether you’re escaping to somewhere exotic...
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4 Meaningful Must-Do's During your Third Trimester
The third trimester comes with lots of challenges – fatigue, stress and emotions running high to name a few. But we’re here to make you feel excited and prepped for your little darling’s ...
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Meaningful Symbols Every Uplifting Baby Nursery Needs
When nursery décor has symbolic meanings, it makes us smile even more. These can be small, subtle symbols on linen prints or big, bold items such as fluffy rugs. Whichever tickles your fa...
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6 Baby Essentials to Invest in During your First Trimester
Welcome to the first trimester! You may be keeping your exciting baby news to yourself or perhaps you can’t keep it a secret any longer – either way you’ll want to start thinking about yo...
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The Next Chapter of our Interiors of Hope Campaign is Here
After the huge success of The Baby Cot Shop’s Interiors of Hope campaign (which launched in January 2021), it only seems right to celebrate motherhood, inspirational nurseries and message...
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5 Positive Affirmations to Practice Whilst Prepping a Baby Nursery
Mums-to-be, listen up. We know pregnancy and prepping for your baby can be daunting and overwhelming. But did you know that practising positive affirmations can uplift you and put you in ...
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5 Back to School Nursery Room Must-Haves
It’s that time of year…again! A new term has begun and the excitement is real. Whether your little one is embarking on their first day of nursery (eeeek!) or progressing into a new form a...
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Our Favourite Celebrity Nurseries and How to Get the Look
We’re always on the lookout for the most luxurious celebrity nurseries. So we’ve rounded up four of our favourite A-Lister baby hubs that have us starry-eyed. Read on for some serious nur...
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Our Favourite Animal Nursery Wall Art and their Meanings
Looking for an adorable touch to your little one’s nursery? Choose an animal wall art. Why are animal paintings a mum favourite? Firstly, they’re eye-catching, soothing and uplifting, add...
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Top Toy Travel Buddies for Jet-Setting Tots 
Heading on holiday? Whether it’s via plane, train, cruise or car, all travelling tots need a snuggly friend by their side. So treat your tiny travellers to these adorable, keep...
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The Most Stylish Swivel Nursery Chairs
This season, swivel armchairs are on the hot list. Designed to give you versatility and a practical feeding solution, these accent chairs certainly don’t compromise on style. Put these st...
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Elegant Touches all Baby Nurseries Need
Small, chic details and decor give every nursery a magical touch. This can range from exquisite furniture embellishments and intricate wallpaper designs to linen embroidery and gold accen...
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How to Make a New Sleeping Environment Feel Like Home: Hotel Edition
Going on holiday? Hooray! But the big question on every mum’s mind is: how will my baby be sleeping in the hotel room? Don’t fret, we’ve got you covered – from wind down time to ensuring ...
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Summer Holiday Travel Essentials from The Baby Cot Shop
Vacaying or staycaying this summer? Whichever journey you’re embarking on, make sure to pack our top travel essentials. Mums, meet the staple summer items from The Baby Cot Sho...
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How to Kit Out Baby's Nursery Sustainably
With sustainable lifestyles on the rise, it’s no wonder us mums are making it more of a priority. So if you’re kitting out your little munchkin’s nursery and want to keep things eco-frien...
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4 Best Ways To Bond With Your Baby During Bath Time
Bath time is the perfect environment to bond with your little bundle. These special moments are all about making baby feel secure and comforted – and trust us, you’ll cherish these memori...
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How to Keep Your Baby and Their Nursery Cool in The Heat
It’s officially summer 2021. Hooray! Whilst you enjoy the balmy days, it’s important to ensure your baby stays cool (always check the back of their neck, head and stomach to as...
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Summer Sleep Routines: The Do’s and Don’ts
The warmer weather brings with it lots of challenges for babies and children. One of these is sleep routines and as many mums will agree, summer can rock the boat! Take a look ...
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The Baby Cot Shop’s Summer 2021 Nursery Trend Report
Planning on updating your little one’s nursery this summer? Get to know the must-have trendS that are set to be big, big news…   TREND #1: CLASHING PATTERNS     ...
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How to Choose the Right First Bed for Your Little Dreamer!
Is your little one ready for their own B-E-D? We know this can be one of the biggest transitions yet – and that includes for mums too (after all, it feels like yesterday that they were sn...
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7 Pram Accessories for Half Term Walks
Take walks, outings and adventures to the next level this Half Term with these handy buggy accessories…   Ellie Changing Bag in Blue Pram walks made elegant with the Ellie Chan...
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 4 Essentials For a Peaceful Wind-down Time
The key to your baby’s bedtime routine is wind-down time. But what exactly is it? Wind-down time refers to preparing your little one for a peaceful night’s sleep, which usually starts aro...
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Black and White Nursery Essentials For Baby Sensory Development
Monochrome baby nurseries aren’t just a trend, they’re a sensory experience for your little one. That’s right, black and white furniture, décor and toys help increase your baby’s visual d...
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Sleeping Milestone: How to Transition Them Into Their Own Nursery Bed
Once your baby reaches six months, they’ll be ready to sleep in a cot in their own room. Truth be told, this is a big step for mum and baby, so it’s important to transition at your own pa...
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Toddler Bedroom 101: How to Renovate Their Nursery Into a Big Kid Room
Hello, toddler days! Your baby is now a little kid (where did the time fly?), which means it’s time to renovate their nursery. Here’s everything to help you on your way… Remove the Cot Be...
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Personalised Nursery Décor Every Child Needs
Looking for a personal touch to their snuggly setting? Your search for the most precious décor starts here. Take your pick from these perfect personalised pieces… Personalised Modern Ward...
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Introducing Our Nursery Design Service
Searching for a Nursery Design Service? After trawling through Pinterest and viewing endless nursery room pictures, you are no closer to having your dream nursery than when you started? D...
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Luxury Round Baby Cribs: Beautiful Beatrice or Elegant Evangeline?
Our new Beatrice and Evangeline cribs are simply divine. Designed to be the focal point of your luxurious nursery, these stylish cribs are made with high-quality hard wood, whilst their r...
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5 Myths About Babies and Sleep, Busted
Heard a lot about baby sleep before they’ve even arrived? Here are the common myths, debunked… Everyone tells you the same thing when you’re pregnant – enjoy sleep whilst you can! Well, w...
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How to Transition your Baby's Nursery from Winter to Spring in 4 Easy Steps
If there’s one thing for certain, spring calls for a nursery makeover. To welcome in the new season, here’s how to refresh and energise your little one’s room with the most luxurious furn...
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How to Create a Peaceful Nursery Vibe in 5 Easy Steps
You can’t beat a peaceful nursery that uplifts you every time you walk in. Wondering how to add some calming influences into your little one’s room? Here’s your guide… 1. CHOOSE CALMING C...
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How to Feng Shui Your Baby’s Nursery
It may come as a surprise, but it’s actually possible to feng shui your baby’s nursery. Hooray! Follow these simple feng shui steps to add tranquillity and harmony into their little haven...
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Mini WFH set ups your kids will adore
Hello, half term! Looking for your little one’s learning station over the break? Whether they’re studying for exams or you’re setting them tasks yourself, these WFH kids’ tables, chairs a...
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Everything You Need to Know About The Baby Cot Shop's Collaboration With Fertility Network UK
This year, we’re sporting nursery furniture that makes a difference. That’s why we’ve collaborated with Fertility Network UK, who will receive 15% of sales from the new (and super luxurio...
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Everything You Need to Know About Our Latest Nursery Trend: Interiors of Hope
Undeniably, 2022 represents new beginnings and hope. That’s why our latest nursery trend is all about creating a positive space in the most precious room of the house. Welcome The Baby Co...
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Crib vs Cot: Everything You Need to Know
Baby furniture and the different terminologies can be confusing! After all, there are so many options on the market nowadays. The big question is, should you go for a crib, cot or cot bed...
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'Home Away From Home' - How to Create a Second Baby Nursery
Have you heard of a second nursery? The perfect sleeping space for trips to grandparents or elsewhere, this is baby’s ‘home away from home’. As your little one is outside their usual snoo...
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Here’s the One Thing These Mumfluencers Would Advise When Designing a Nursery
Designing a nursery may just be your biggest mum project yet. So it’s recommended to research, get advice and plan to ensure your baby’s room is a safe, snuggly and standout space. Need s...
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From Baby to Big Kid: Nursery Furniture That Grows With Your Child
When shopping for your little bundle-to-be, it’s easy to buy items for the ‘now’ and not think about the future. Well, our top tip when investing in nursery furniture is to check its long...
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4 Rules All Mums Should Stick to When Creating a Nursery
The time has come – let the nursery designing commence! If you’re being a #DIYMum and taking on the job yourself, you’ll want to bear a few things in mind before your tiny tenant moves in...
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