When designing new family homes, one of the center focuses of the design is on the children of the family. Every parent looking for a new home will tell you it’s important to have a physical environment that is safe and one where their kids can thrive and grow.
Safety First
Children who are just learning the world around them are accident prone, so it’s vital to design safe spaces for them. A safety design tip is choosing furniture that can be secured whether it’s to the wall, floor or ceiling, or using anti-tip devices to prevent furniture from falling over. Other safety tips for new family homes include choosing non-toxic materials like lead-free paint and furniture with non-toxic finishes. Child locks on kitchen and medicine cabinets where toxic cleaning products and medicines may be stored are also some things to keep in mind.
Of course, safety has to be balanced with chances to learn and grow: The Rivers Pointe Estate neighborhoods are designed for families with children to play outside, enjoy nature and get to know other families living in the community.
Accessibility
When designing a child’s room or a family room with children in mind, it’s important to scale furnishings to their size. When choosing shelves that might hold their books or toys you could choose something shorter so they can reach it, or, if you’d rather your children not be able to access toys or certain items on their own, you’ll want to go with something that’s taller or has more complex drawers or doors.
Storage
Parents of little ones know how easy it is to accumulate stuff. Whether it’s toys, books, clothes they seem to grow out of in a week, or copious amounts of school supplies, random things and clutter always seem to accumulate around kids. That is why having an ample amount of storage should be at the top of your home design list. Including things like built-in shelves and cubbies in your design plan will make your life easier and house tidier. Ottomans and benches with hidden storage are also a great choice. Using baskets and bins on your shelves will add a tied together, cohesive look.
Essentials for New Family Homes
New families will quickly discover the value of alone time and personal space. Designing a relaxing space meant for just one person will elevate your love for your home. Implementing a luxury style bath tub in your master bath, a “man cave” in your basement, or even a kids’ playroom will help restore peace in your home.
New Family Homes at Rivers Pointe
Your community is a big part of your children’s lives. After all, it takes a village to raise a child. Rivers Pointe is designed with your family in mind, with activities and amenities for all ages so you can age in place. Contact us today or schedule a personal tour with our developer.
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