Family Room: Making it FAMILY friendly, but still appealing

We all want to have a space that will impress our friends and family, but it can be difficult when you have little ones running around every day, work, and other daily tasks to work on. Here are some tips while designing your aesthetically pleasing, functioning family room.

First, choose a sofa or sectional that your family can enjoy. When deciding on a sofa, don't overthink about future events and where guests will sit, purchase a sectional that fits your family size. Add a conversation chair or 2 that you envision company sitting while they are visiting. This can be something smaller, and more of a statement piece.

By deciding on a neutral tone sofa, you can add pops of color with decor pieces. This is an easy way to save money when you want to change the style of the room. The easiest way to update a room is with every husband's favorite—throw pillows! Using accent colored throw pillows can help create a sense of liveliness. I suggest a good storage place for the decorative pillows you want to bring out when you have company over. Keep out the large, cozy ones for everyday use! It's also a budget-friendly way to switch up your accent colors. This can be switched throughout the seasons!

If you have small kiddos running around. Add a round coffee table or ottoman for a safe, baby-friendly space. Adding an ottoman is a perfect way to bring extra seating into space without making it look overcrowded. Unsure where you would put an ottoman or coffee table? Create a reading nook with a large comfy chair or bench. You can use the seating during parties while also using it to have a quiet space for yourself.

One of the most difficult things is finding where to add storage while still making the family room look presentable. Choose a TV stand that has storage! You will be thankful you have a place to hide all those toys or video game equipment! If you have the extra room, look into storage ottomans, baskets, floating shelves, or a strategic coffee table. Looking to add a unique decor piece in your family room? Buy a blanket ladder to store throw blankets in a neat way! It will serve as a good accent and function!