Having a family requires an adaptation of your lifestyle. In addition, it requires you to think about how your home will best fit your needs. Houses Designed for Families shares with readers how a house can be tailored to suit a family's individual needs. With advice on how to position rooms to maximise privacy, traffic flow and noise control, this book has something for every homeowner. The book will also show readers how fixtures, finishes and furniture can combine to maximise an aesthetic effect, whilst keeping the focus on families in mind.