As a mom for three young children, I always concerned for my kids safety.
As an Interior Designer, I always consider how my house looks.
Do the two have to conflict? Not necessarily.
I remember as a teenager I used to baby-sit my neigh borers two young children.
Their mom collected antiques. I remember whenever I came to stay with the kids, the rules were very streaked "Kids can only play in their room and eat in the kitchen".
The kids knew the rules and were terrified to break them.
My parents, on the other hand were very easy going. My siblings and I could hang wherever we wanted as long as we are safe.
At my house there is a balance (I hope) between the two approaches.
My Living room is sophisticated enough for adults and still safe for young children.
How can you accomplish that? place something in your living room that your kids know they can touch.
That way, when they are in the room its not all "off limit" for them.
I once designed a room where there is a special drawer in this beautiful antique table, all filled with the toddlers toys. She loved it and the room still looked clutter free.
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| Coffee Table with Accessories that are kids friendly |
Of course if you have a big house and you can have two living spaces, one more kids friendly and one formal there is no problem for you, but just in case you dont there is a solution.
Till next time,
Tali
