Electrostatics, like most planar speakers, are typically dipole radiators, and therefore emit some sound to the rear of the speaker.
Because of this, amoung other reasons, they're are usually not designed to function properly next to a wall.
For other advice, it would help to know more about your musical preferences, size of listening room, your listening habits, and/or equipment you have liked or disliked in the past.
Ultimately, if your family maintains veto power over your speakers, you could be in the wrong forum.