are you changing types of neighborhoods as well? will what you want to build fit in, in the sort of neighborhood you enjoy living in?

if you feel frazzled by it all, you might consider renting in what you have in mind... try it on a bit... see if you like to be downsized + style changed all at once. it can be daunting to make 2 changes at the same time, at any age.

we moved from tradtional suburbia to town center victorian 9 years ago. it was a big change, and we loved it. but we didnt have to downsize (actually, we upsized). but perhaps we were lucky in our change?

Either style would work in this instance. We’d be downsizing by choice, our current home is too large (not to brag) and with both of us working with small kids, we would rather downsize and eliminate some time needed to clean, maintain, etc. We have quite a few rooms now that are not being used.

In any case, I am thinking that the transitional style we currently have is more timeless than going super modern (although it is in now). I can still switch it up with the finishes and whatnot. It’s just a lot to think of!

We are in our ninth home and fifth state all have been different. We buy our homes for location, needs, lifestyle and cost we know it is likely our current furniture might not fit / work. Although it is nice if a certain piece will fit buying a home around furniture style seems like the tail wagging the dog. Each time we have moved we have been older and our child was older. First home she had a nursery next home she was a toddler we reused her dresser, but replaced her crib with a wrought iron canopy toddler bed (bed was so well made and adorable we have moved and stored it for over 20 years at her request). Our family room when she was younger was for watching movies and eating popcorn we had a microfiber sectional. Daughter is grown lives in another state we have a wool sofa and leather club chair for husband. Life changes, taste change and change is exciting. Enjoy where you are now and when it is time to move keep an open mind and find the perfect home.

Transitional style in neutrals with more modern accessories in trendy colors may work for your family with small kids. Pillows, throws, dining chair seats can all be changed readily.

We currently live in a modern home after living in a 1917 Dutch Colonial for many years. We replaced very little of our furniture when we moved and it looks very good in its new setting. We certainly don't think that furniture needs to match the style of the house. We have antiques along with and contemporary and traditional art, and some modern furniture all mixed together. Much more fun than everything matching!