10 practically perfect family homes

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Finding the perfect family home can seem like a daunting task. There need to be enough rooms for all of the children, space for mum and dad to work, cook, and relax, and safe, visually engaging spaces for young and old to live and play together. This is a tall order, but it's not impossible.

The problem most families face when trying to find their new home is that they simply don't know what they want or need. Thankfully, a little inspiration can go a long way in helping parents to decide exactly what kind of house would suit them best. Take a look at these 10 perfect family houses – there's bound to be one that fits the bill.

Small but spacious

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This tiny home contains everything a modern family needs. The unimposing facade gives no hint as to what's inside, but believe it or not this is a house with ample space and light. Set in a tranquil, green suburb, a family of four can easily live out their lives in harmony. Pristine green lawns complement the neat and tidy exterior – who could fail to be charmed?

A tropical villa

Kids will adore the playful vibe of this burnt orange villa. With enough space for work and play, the home has space for little ones to run around while the parents get down to the serious business of chilling in a hammock. The large covered porch houses a dining table – ideal for family dinners at sunset and long lazy breakfasts on a Sunday morning.

Humble and homely

It might look like a standard suburban home on the outside, but this house seems to stretch on for miles! Well-kept gardens are a great way of encouraging children to develop green thumbs, and the no-frills exterior enables the parents to splash out on practical but luxurious details inside the home.

An eco-friendly bungalow

When it comes to developing environmentally friendly habits, the trick is to start young. The family that owns this house clearly have a deeply held commitment towards making the world a better place – solar panels, sustainable architectural design and the use of recyclable materials all feature heavily in the design of this home – and these positive steps to improve our planet will no doubt inspire the young children to continue their parent's legacy. What an amazing retreat for an eco-conscious family. 

A modern paradise

This tropical home manages to walk the fine line between luxury and ostentation. This two storey home offers multiple spacious rooms, many of which feature French doors that are connected to balconies. Could there be any better way of enjoying the sultry Mexican evening air? We can only think of one – taking a nighttime swim in the garden pool!

Futuristic and fabulous

Forward thinking families need look no further – this incredible floating home has everything you need. Modular, and therefore portable, this eco-friendly home looks like it could have been designed in the distant future. Though it was designed to have a minimal impact on the surrounding environment, the real benefit of this house is that it can remain in a river or lake for years, allowing a small family to experience the joys of living on the water every day.

High roof, high class

The traditional farmhouse design gets a stunning upgrade. Styled to resemble the rural Northern European houses of the past, the tall, steep roof of this modern stone cottage contains enough room to house a large family with space to spare. The expansive paved courtyard, underground garage, and endless acres of wild grass emphasise the modern country charm.

Keep it minimal

Rustic minimalism is a trend that is really coming to the fore, but it's usually confined to the interior of a home. Not so in this case – the architects at Raphaeldesign have blended the best of both worlds together to create this cool white abode. Rough timber sets the tone in the garden, while large French doors, circular windows and elevated skylights bring this cottage style home firmly up to date.

A garden to envy

Kids can't be cooped up for long. If they don't have a safe space to spread their wings, who knows where they'll fly off to? This family home ensures that the children don't accidentally escape the nest by providing them with a lush, verdant garden to roam when the sun is out. The pale pink house sits in the middle like a beautiful cake, reminding the little ones that there's nowhere quite as sweet as home.

The ultimate dream home

A family that wants the best for their children should stop at nothing until they find their dream home – and this one looks like it could top everyone's list! The colonial style villa has enough rooms for kids to sleep, play, and learn, whilst also affording the parents enough space to take a breather after work or when it all gets too much. The wrap-around porch and extensive gardens are the cherry on top of the cake – this could very well be the ULTIMATE family home.

Not ready for family life just yet? Check out this gorgeous studio apartment for two!

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