Child Bedroom

According to Bao, self-cognition is an essential design element for the perfect children's space, where parents entering the room (e.g., bedroom) by knocking on the door first can promote children's positive psychological sense [12]. In that case, the visual contact formed by a sudden interruption will induce negative emotions due to privacy concerns [12]. Creating an exciting space encourages children to ask questions and learn from their living environment, such as children's bedrooms where space flexibility, a dramatic setting, natural elements and an adequate play area impact their mental wellbeing [69].

Here, the reason for space flexibility and functionality is to provide adaptability to contextual situations. Space can be utilised proportionately according to function by altering spatial aspects [69]. For example, a child's bedroom (space) can be used as a study room. This space can also be separated into different areas by using portable light dividers where other functions, such as painting, playing, reading and sleeping, can be applied. Graham et al. identified the most frequently selected ambiances, such as quiet, productivity, organisation, privacy and creativity or self-expression, for the study space, which may be recommended for the bedroom and study area for children in domestic settings [9]. Using appropriate materials and textures for children's spaces will enhance their imagination in living environments [70]. In this case, using natural materials and avoiding artificial fabrics will encourage originality and develop positive psychology [71].

Many studies found that children living in rigid spaces cannot express their creative capacities to discover new opportunities. Nevertheless, various shapes, colors and other indoor environmental factors, including furniture and visual detail, increase children's aptitude to learn, realise and cultivate inventiveness in their living spaces [69,71].

In the child's living space, color has a significant influence and a meaningful correlation with enhancing creative potential [71]. Enjoyable, colorful and stimulating pictures have been identified as the basis for human creativity and inspiration. The shape, size, layout and function of the spaces are important factors in social interactions and encourage skill enhancement in a child's room [72]. For example, using colored glass, different light spectrums, proper daylight, and play with water and natural elements may stimulate children's curiosity in their living environments [69]. The overall relationship between spatial and environmental design factors of a child's bedroom is illustrated in Figure 9.

**Figure 9.** Relationship between spatial and environmental factors of child bedroom. (Illustration: Author, based on the literature).
