Everyone has a different opinion about the way the ideal family home shouldlook. The different reports in this book reflect this variety of opinions: theyrange from historic country houses to recently built, distinctive homes foryoung families with lots of children. The same theme keeps emerging from these very different backgrounds: thesense of conviviality, the warm welcome, the informal, timeless characterthat each of these family homes exudes. These are houses that are not just there to be looked at - first andforemost, they are places where people really live: ideal environments forparents, children and guests. In these havens, architecture and interior are never purely aesthetic,but always have a functional role, helping to make life more enjoyable forthe people who live there.