Relaxed and informal, sustaining and reassuring, a welcoming family home is one to which we all aspire. Creating a haven away from the rigours of everyday life is a vital element in making a house a home. The Family Home suggests ways of adapting our living spaces to the needs of working from home, coping with extended families, fitting a full family life into a decreasing amount of leisure time, and creating a low-maintenance home. Each chapter covers a specific area, from kitchens to living areas and children's rooms to parents' bedrooms, as well as family gardens. Essential planning information and decorating ideas are provided, plus time-saving tips and suggestions for adapting your home as children grow. With 20 step-by-step projects, the emphasis is as much on practicality as it is on design and decoration.