Pirate Ship Bedrom Design Theme by Designer Steve Kuhl

Some lucky six-year-old just got the bedroom of his dreams - actual floating "pirate" ship included. Designer Steve Kuhl created this nautical sensation, complete with a rope bridge, crow's nest and all.

How can you create a dream ship bedroom for your own child? 

 While Kuhl's design may be a little over-the-top for the average homeowner, you can give your own child the nautical room of his or her dreams with some changes that better fit your budget.

• Let's start with the focal point: the bed. Your child will love to role play in a room with these toddler and children's pirate ship beds.
• For the walls, ocean colored paint or rustic wainscoting will fit in with the nautical bedroom theme. You might even expand on the out-to-sea feel by either painting fish and ocean creatures on the walls, or attaching ocean-inspired wall clings.
• Lantern-shaped wall sconces or pendant lights are reminiscent of the bedroom's theme.
• For decor, think hanging ropes, lighthouses, compasses and even glowing stars for the ceiling.

Personally, I think Kuhl's design is really fun and unique - really! - but maybe a bit much for a kid's bedroom. The whole ship thing probably wasn't exactly cheap, so what happens when this kid outgrows the nautical theme?

Maybe it isn't a problem for these homeowners, and if that's the case, it's all fine and good. But I prefer to stick with timeless decor and themes that can easily be changed out in a few years when the kids are too old to play pirate. How about you? Tell me about your child's bedroom theme.