It's not always easy to craft a grand home for entertaining when there are four children running around—particularly when they range from four to twelve years old. Luckily, Connecticut-based designer Chauncey Boothby had worked with the family of six before, and knew just how to strike the perfect balance between a child-proof abode and a residence that would truly wow. The resulting interiors are family-friendly, yet uncompromising in their sophistication and elegance.

For Boothby, it's the little things that can make the difference. For example, in the case of the breakfast nook—a highly messy area for kids—the designer cleverly used indoor-outdoor fabrics to deft yet subtle effect. Elsewhere, a multipurpose guest room provides the perfect respite when needed, and an office downstairs makes for another quiet spot. I's a place residents can go and have some peace and quiet. It almost has a library feel to it.

Located in Fairfield County, the home is classic Americana. It really is the quintessential Connecticut estat. He's vision was to enhance that feel, but in a way that was livable and practical. While the house appears grand from the exterior, its 19 rooms actually feel quite contained and cozy.

For the areas that didn't require much change—the kitchen, for example, already had cabinetry and an island in place—Boothby added small touches such as fabric paneling. The furniture proved to be another delicate balancing act: After all, the family was moving from across town, and wanted to put some of their preexisting furniture to use, such as, the floral fabric found on the pillows and chairs, brings an alfresco element into the room.