Everyone is so different. You have to do what works for you.

My dcks have always had free reign of my house. The upstairs is off limits and blocked by a gate.

Formal dining room is the "school room" - crayons, markers, home work, etc.

Formal living room is the manipulatives - bristle blocks, legos, puzzles.

Kitchen - eating or coloring when someone is doing homework.

Playroom - 21'x17' - AKA toy storage room. The toys are stored in there, but seem to be drug into the family room to play with.

Family room - where the kids actually play.

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