How to Design a Gender Neutral Room for Your Baby (That Feels Warm & Personal)
Nursery room with white crib, dresser, and framed prints of farm animals.

Why Choose a Gender Neutral Baby Room?

Designing your baby’s nursery without sticking to “blue for boys” or “pink for girls” gives you more flexibility, makes the space timeless, and can be a perfect choice if you’re waiting to find out your baby’s gender. It also creates a calming, modern atmosphere that feels welcoming for everyone.

1. Choose a Soft, Neutral Colour Palette

Whites, warm greys, sage green, taupe, and buttery yellows make an ideal base.
These tones work well with pops of colour from textiles, toys, and art. Neutral walls are also great for letting special décor pieces — like playful wall prints — stand out.
Gender neutral toddler room with wall art, white dresser, decorative items, and plants.
Wooden crib with sheep-themed mobile and pillow against a white wall

2. Keep Furniture Classic

Opt for timeless furniture pieces in natural wood or white. A convertible crib, simple dresser, and a cosy feeding chair will last beyond the baby stage.

3. Add Personality with Wall Art

One of the easiest ways to make a neutral nursery feel special is with cute, character-filled animal prints. From smiling giraffes to gentle baby elephants, wall art can add warmth without locking you into a gendered theme.

(Tip: Choose prints that can grow with your child, so you don’t have to redecorate after the toddler years.)
Nursery room with wooden crib, green wall, and a framed illustration of an elephant
Gender neutral kids room with wooden shelf, framed picture, plant, and macrame wall hanging.

4. Layer in Texture

Mixing textures keeps the room from feeling flat. Think knitted blankets, soft rugs, woven baskets, and fabric wall hangings. The tactile variety makes the space cosy and visually interesting.

5. Keep It Calm & Clutter-Free

Babies thrive in serene environments. Store toys in baskets and keep surfaces clear. This allows your special décor — like framed prints or a statement mobile — to shine without being overshadowed.
Child reading a book in a gender neutral nursery with a crib