The problem with this approach is that you will have to get the agreement of whoever is staying with you. Your children will never be able to accept antique looking styles. However, if everyone is agreeable, this approach can work very well. You don't have to come up with a new design for every single room. Sometimes, there is just not enough time and resources.

But if this approach is not feasible, you will have to resort to the second approach. The alternative is to head the opposite direction. You work on a design for each and every room. The daughter will have one design, the son another design, the kitchen with its own design, and so on and so forth. The key advantage is that everyone will have their personal preferences satisfied. It is a win-win situation for everyone.

As the homeowner, there are 2 rooms that your children will probably have no interest in - the living room and the kitchen.

Compared to the bedrooms, the living room is much harder to redesign and redecorate. There is more space, and certainly more furniture and other items. Be sure to allocate more time to the living room. First, think about the larger set pieces for the living room. There are set pieces that make a huge difference in the living room. The sofa set, the dining table, or the television are all examples of center pieces. Once the bigger items are settled, you will find it easier to find accessories to go with the big items.

The kitchen is another important room that you need to focus on. A lot of time will be spent in this special room, making and consuming meals. So put in more effort to create the dream kitchen you are looking for. The design you decide on depends on various factors. Try to make full use of the space in the kitchen. After installing the cabinets, cupboards, etc., there should still be lots of room for you to move around as you work. Kitchen designs can range from simple to luxurious. Luxurious designs cost a lot more than contemporary designs. Be prepared to spend more on elegant designs.

Last but not least, be reminded that redesigning and redecorating a home can be hard work. Cut up your plan into smaller pieces so that it's easier to work on them. That way, the amount of work is minimized and you can keep your focus on just one room. You may even get better results!