Designing a family home is often very different from nests for couples or pads for singles. While it’s important to prioritize safety, having kids doesn’t mean you can’t have a stylish house. In this handy guide, we’ll share some top tips for a practical, beautiful family home. 

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Create zones based on how you want to use your living space

One of the best ways to make your home work for the whole family on every level is to create zones based on how you want to use your living space. We utilize our homes for so many different activities now, meaning they have to be multifunctional, versatile spaces. From messy play, creative and active hobbies, and chilling out to entertaining, working, exercising, and socializing, designing separate areas within your home can help you cater to everyone’s needs and preferences. Tailor your plans to suit your family. Think about what you enjoy doing together, what kinds of activities your kids love, and what you need in terms of practical solutions. 

Search for furniture that looks great and offers functionality

Buying furniture that checks the aesthetics and functionality boxes is a brilliant way to create more versatile rooms and embrace your style preferences. Dining sets are a great example. Dining tables and chairs are more practical than breakfast bars and stools for young kids, but they can also double up as desks and tables for studying, playing games and doing creative activities. The best thing is that you can choose stunning pieces that give you the aesthetic you want. Take a look at collections like dining furniture at Shawcross to see what’s available and get inspiration. It’s always a good idea to consider factors such as shape, size, material, and cost when choosing furniture for your home and check measurements before you order online. 

Utilize storage to make tidying a breeze

We all know that kids make a mess. In a matter of seconds, you can go from a tidy room to a bomb site. Utilizing clever storage solutions is an excellent way to make your home look tidy and save time, energy and effort cleaning up at the end of the day. Storage can also help you avoid clutter and make it easy to convert child-friendly spaces into adult zones. There’s a raft of options available, from crates, containers, boxes, and baskets to wall-mounted units, furniture with in-built storage, drawers, shelves, and chests. You can also free up floor space with ingenious hacks like over-the-door rails and units with hidden drawers. It’s also beneficial to have regular clear-outs to avoid amassing clutter. 

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Designing a home that works for your family doesn’t have to mean you can’t get creative with styling and celebrate your personal taste. There are lots of ways to ensure your home is both practical and beautiful. Examples include creating different zones to cater to different activities and people, searching for furniture that looks great and offers functionality, and utilizing savvy storage solutions to keep clutter at bay and save time on tidying.