The question I get asked most as an interior designer is “How can I create a stylish family home that’s super kid-friendly?” Most people assume that the two don’t go together, and in fact, the only way to ensure that a home works with kids is to keep everything bland (usually beige), and to fill the home with as much cheap, Ikea furniture as possible. And really no room should be out of bounds for kids, it’s your home and a place for everyone to enjoy.

As the mother of 3 young kids and a 2 year old oversized pooch, I understand that the struggle is real. However, creating a beautiful home with little ones tugging at your skirt is absolutely achievable and actually easier than you think. Here are my top tips.

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Kids bedrooms are little sanctuaries. A place to spark their imaginations, evoke creativity and allow them be whoever they want to be. Most of the time, creating these unique, personalised spaces is as simple as focusing on your child’s interests and going from there. There are so many simple, inexpensive ways to transform your child’s room into something inspired – it really doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With small additions and tweaks, you can be relishing in the sounds of laughter, play and imagination coming from your little one’s room before you know it. Here’s how.

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Your bedroom should be the one place where you can go to escape the chaos of family life. A main bedroom should enhance a sense of calm, encourage relaxation, and have a touch of luxury thrown in for good measure! But in reality, they quickly become the room we hide with a closed door when guests come over and quite often are the least prettiest place in our home. Usually it’s because, well, who can be bothered putting in the effort to make this room nice when no one ever sees it but you! So give your style a shake up and try these ideas to give yourself a room you can be proud of.

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Life is frantically busy for families, that’s for sure! With the kids, school and work, there’s little time for anything else. And let’s be honest, most people would like a stylish home that reflects their personal taste and style but don’t have the time to make it happen. Here’s how you can get it done.

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It’s all well and good having a gorgeous sofa sitting on a pretty rug next to a lovely side table in your living room. But regardless of how modern, edgy or fabulous these furniture pieces are, they will look flat, dull and lifeless if not cleverly brought to life with layers of decorative items.

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We all yearn for it, but no matter how much of it we have, we can never quite get enough – storage! This age-old issue , or lack thereof, drives us into a daily flap and allows a culmination of clutter to slowly (or quickly!) infiltrate our lives. Tripping over toys on the floor, games bulging out of cupboards, storage boxes spilling into living rooms – this is a daily scenario played out in many family homes as the pile of ever-mounting toys rises. And while the cupboards are full and the toy boxes are bulging. Here’s some tips to stylishly manage the mess using beautiful and unique storage ideas.

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Transforming your child’s bedroom into a fun and playful space doesn’t have to involve major construction or sky-high budgets. There are plenty of quick-and-easy ways you can turn even the dullest room into a delightful space your little one will love. The key is to take your cues from your child’s interests. Come up with a theme and stick to a simple palette of two or three complimentary colours. Here are my five simple tips for taking your child’s bedroom from ordinary to extraordinary.

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