Interior designer Claire Hung?s approach to this kid-friendly home in Brooklyn provides a case study for imbuing space with elegance + joy.

While there is much debate from psychologists about the definition of play, experts agree that the immediate and long-term effects of amusement yield both personal and relational benefits regardless of age. Outcomes may include a reduction in stress with some arguing it can lead to an improved ability for unconventional thought as well as advanced problem solving skills. But what are the implications on space-making and how can jollification be facilitated" Interior designer Claire Hung?s approach to this kid-friendly townhome in Brooklyn, New York, provides a case study for imbuing space with joy while avoiding an aesthetic that is elementary.
Situated along the historic tree-lined streets of its charming neighborhood, the Park Slope residence belongs to a couple who works in the entertainment industry ? a music executive and her husband, a filmmaker and academic ? along with their two young daughters. The duo requested a fun, colorful design featuring smart solutions adaptable to growing children and changing tastes. What?s more, the metaphorical playground is a 3-story new build with roughly 2,060 square feet of living area and an additional 540 square feet of yard. Programming includes a kitchen and dining room, a variety of media, entertainment, and play rooms, a primary suite, and two bedrooms for the children.

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