Designing your home interior is a huge and challenging undertaking. You have to consider the functionality, location, colors, furniture, appliances, outdoor space, and the size of an area where your kids–unless you have–can play Educatieve spellen. When you are laying out a plan for family space with your kids’ interests in mind, the decisions can be even more daunting. Therefore in this post, we have put together some of the considerations you have to take into account when creating a home that is kid-friendly.
Kid’s Input
Many people intend to spend at least a year or two on their home. Unless your children are incredibly young, it is a great idea to allow them limited but fun participation during the preparation process. Paint and color can be changeable, and these are things that children can help with. The same goes for storage space, assuming it is not age-specific. An assortment of cubes can hold wild stuffed animals now or books and electronics later. You can allow your children to customize their space without having to take over your design program.
Room and Privacy Issues
The age of your children can help you decide where to place their rooms. If you are building a home and have several children, consider a children’s wing with at least one private bathroom that they can share. There may be a dedicated playroom or shared activity area nearby. If you are renovating the attic, build a study area under the dormer and turn it into a combination of bedroom and play area. For younger children, you may choose to place your rooms closer to the master suite. Teen rooms can be placed better further away to give them and you more privacy.
Shared Spaces
If you’re finishing a basement or an entire attic, you’re probably zoning out some areas for kids and adults. Avoid setting up space just for children so that it is more resilient than your children’s space. You might also consider dividing the space into an office for you and a play area for them. A shared central space could include a sectional sofa with a large TV screen for family movie nights. Use what you thought was unnecessary space under a staircase or under the sloping roof of a loft. Both offer exceptional storage opportunities, along with a prep nook or craft area. For people who have teenagers, create a sitting area where they can gather with friends. Depending on how much space you have, the possibilities are endless.