Between authoring New York Times bestsellers and filming YouTube’s Home Movies with Alison Roman,Brooklyn-based cook Alison Roman recently gave birth to her first child with husband Max Cantor. High up on the to-do list before her son arrived was creating a classic baby’s room with delicious details in her historic Boerum Hill town home. The result is a cozy and warm-toned Alison Roman nursery in her historic Boerum Hill townhouse, highlighted in Architectural Digest.
A Thoughtful Mix of Modern and Vintage Furniture
Working with Babylist, Alison curated a nursery that balances modern furniture with charming vintage details. The centerpiece of the room is the Pogo 8‑in‑1 Convertible Crib, a versatile crib that adapts as her child grows, blending seamlessly with the overall aesthetic. She paired it with the Nami Electronic Recliner and Swivel Glider, providing comfort during late-night feedings while maintaining a sleek, modern look.
Inspired by neutral, earthy tones and cozy textures, Alison incorporated natural wood, soft textiles, and subtle pops of color to create a nursery that feels both modern and lived-in. Carefully selected vintage nursery furniture pieces add personality and warmth to the space, showing how parents can mix old and new elements without compromising style.
Practical and Stylish Baby Room Design Tips
The room reflects thoughtful baby room design, where every detail, from furniture placement to lighting, is intentional. Vintage accents, like a repurposed dresser turned changing table, complement modern pieces, demonstrating how to create a functional yet stylish nursery.
For parents looking to replicate a similar aesthetic, Babyletto’s Pogo 8‑in‑1 Convertible Crib and Nami Electronic Recliner and Swivel Glider offer a perfect balance of design, durability, and comfort. These versatile pieces make it easy to achieve a timeless nursery look while accommodating everyday parenting needs.
Whether you’re planning your first nursery or updating an existing space, Alison’s approach shows that combining modern furniture, vintage pieces, and carefully selected textures can create a nursery that’s practical, stylish, and uniquely personal.
Learn more about her design process and tour her charming NYC nursery here.
