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Overlook - Nashville
Overlook - Nashville
Oxford Shepard CollectiveOxford Shepard Collective
West Oval
West Oval
Bloomsbury Kitchens and Fine CabinetryBloomsbury Kitchens and Fine Cabinetry
Balcony House
Balcony House
Charles Lake ArchitectCharles Lake Architect
Castro House
Castro House
Republic West RemodelingRepublic West Remodeling
DESIGNER’S OWN NEW HOME
DESIGNER’S OWN NEW HOME
Lorraine Levinson Interior DesignLorraine Levinson Interior Design
Carolina Forest Addition
Carolina Forest Addition
Long DevelopersLong Developers
Custom Shelving with lighting
202 Venetian Drive | Delray Beach, FL | Beach Area Estate
202 Venetian Drive | Delray Beach, FL | Beach Area Estate
Pascal Liguori & SonPascal Liguori & Son
Family Room
Warm Modern Farmhouse
Warm Modern Farmhouse
Lorin Hill, ArchitectLorin Hill, Architect
Sited on a quiet street in Palo Alto, this new home is a warmer take on the popular modern farmhouse style. Rather than high contrast and white clapboard, earthy stucco and warm stained cedar set the scene of a forever home for an active and growing young family. The heart of the home is the large kitchen and living spaces opening the entire rear of the house to a lush, private backyard. Downstairs is a full basement, designed to be kid-centric with endless spaces for entertaining. A private master suite on the second level allows for quiet retreat from the chaos and bustle of everyday. Interior Design: Jeanne Moeschler Interior Design Photography: Reed Zelezny
Noe Valley
Noe Valley
Banner Day InteriorsBanner Day Interiors
Music room with chandelier
Music room with chandelier
Joni Spear Interior DesignJoni Spear Interior Design
Music Room Karen Palmer Photography
Détail d'une bibliothèque d'un loft parisien
Détail d'une bibliothèque d'un loft parisien
La C.S.T | Agencement et Ameublement Sur-MesureLa C.S.T | Agencement et Ameublement Sur-Mesure
Meuble TV bibliothèque dans un salon de loft parisien. Rangements fermés, bibliothèque ouverte, un espace TV fermé par deux portes et un coin secrétaire. Structure bibliothèque en Valchromat noir vernis, Niche en Plaquage chêne vernis, LED encastrées. Photographe: Claire Illi
Mill Valley Historical Remodel
Mill Valley Historical Remodel
Rasmussen ConstructionRasmussen Construction
Richardson Architects Jonathan Mitchell Photography
Berkeley Addition | Westover Hills, DE
Berkeley Addition | Westover Hills, DE
Period Architecture Ltd.Period Architecture Ltd.
General Contractor: Porter Construction, Interiors by:Fancesca Rudin, Photography by: Angle Eye Photography
Collegiate President's House
Collegiate President's House
CJS ArchitectsCJS Architects
Kim Smith Photo
Interior Stadtvilla B31
Interior Stadtvilla B31
HOLON ARCHITEKTENHOLON ARCHITEKTEN
Hannes Rascher
Melville Street Office
Melville Street Office
Mel McDaniel DesignMel McDaniel Design

Historic 200 Year-Old Renovation
Historic 200 Year-Old Renovation
Hallmark Building Group, Inc.Hallmark Building Group, Inc.
Ristrutturazione di un appartamento privato a Roma
Ristrutturazione di un appartamento privato a Roma
CLACstudio | Caterina Esposito | Claudio LopezCLACstudio | Caterina Esposito | Claudio Lopez
Ristrutturazione di un appartamento a Roma creando un grande ambiente aperto stile loft. fotografie di Francesco Conti
Mid-Century Split Level Addition/Whole House Remodel
Mid-Century Split Level Addition/Whole House Remodel
Gregory Thomas, Architect, AKBD, CG&S Design-BuildGregory Thomas, Architect, AKBD, CG&S Design-Build
Living Room Turning left in the Entry Hall, one sees the Living room, set up for listening to music with the hi-fi stereo hidden in the cabinetry. The television can be dropped into the same cabinet, using an automated scissor lift. The vaulted ceiling replaced the formerly flat ceiling. Solar tube skylights and a clerestory window brighten the room with daylight, while a built-in cove light brightens the space at night. A new picture window facing the street replaces the original. A small high window facing north brings in additional natural light, and a view to the trees beyond. stained oak trim; original oak floors • Waynesboro Taupe by Benjamin paint on walls & ceiling • Seattle Mist by Benjamin Moore paint in music nook • sun tunnel • custom designed & built buffet Construction by CG&S Design-Build. Photography by Tre Dunham, Fine focus Photography
Basement Media room
Basement Media room
LAURA LAKIN DESIGNLAURA LAKIN DESIGN
Juliet Murphy Photography http://www.julietmurphyphotography.com

Games Room with a Music Area and a Reading Nook Ideas and Designs

If you’re lucky enough to have more than one reception room then you have a bit more freedom when deciding what to do with your secondary space. Families with children or just young-at-heart adults could opt for a family room or games room; whether it’s a pool or snooker table room, a comfy relaxation or TV area, a video games haven, a playroom packed with toys or a sports room with accompanying bar. Usually games rooms are naturally fun, recreational spaces so it’s important that the furnishings are functional but enjoyable with an emphasis on comfort, storage, games and entertainment. If you have the scope, family room extensions are a great way of extending from your kitchen or other area of your house to create a whole new, dedicated family space or games room. Basements are also wonderfully suited to house games rooms as they are usually soundproof and secluded so that loud games, films and cheers of success or failure won’t be heard next door or upstairs. If you do have, or plan on having, a separate games room, it’s a great opportunity to go to town on the games, entertainment, gadgets and laid back feel you can have in this informal living space. Look through the hundreds of family room ideas and games room ideas on Houzz to help inspire your own project.

What furniture does my family room or games room need?

This should be a relaxing place that promotes fun and socialisation, so fill the room with comfortable seating. Plush armchairs, wide sofas, bean bags and reclining chairs are all great games room ideas that promote R&R. Add coffee tables and side tables for holding glasses and plates (if they’re allowed), books, magazines and all the other knick-knacks that accumulate in a family room. TV stands or media units are great for keeping DVDs, audio systems, gaming consoles and all other gadgetry neat and organised. If you have small children, be mindful of free floor space for any rough-and-tumble and bump-able surfaces. A cosy rug will be a great addition but make sure it doesn’t easily slip under fast moving feet! If you’re going all out for the games room option then the sky’s your limit when it comes to games tables and other gaming equipment. Snooker, billiards and pool tables will keep competitive spirits busy but if you don’t have the room, table football could be a more suitable option. There’s also air hockey, poker tables, table tennis and cribbage tables; simply pick your game of choice. And of course, if you’re a big fan of the arrows a dart board will be a necessity, just make sure you have a safe area to practise in and your walls are well protected!

What family and games room decor should I use?

Photographs, artwork, colour schemes and textures that reflect the essence of your household will add charm and promote a sense of comfort and relaxation for your family. Fill the room with features your family love – films, board games, books, music and perhaps sports memorabilia. Keep decor functional and practical – pristine white upholstery and rugs are probably not the ticket for the hustle and bustle of a games or family room. If you love light or neutral tones family room ideas that could work include light leather sofas, which will be easy to clean in the case of any spills, and soft coloured cushions and throws that can be thrown in the washing machine whenever necessary. If you see your games room as a serious and competitive arena, set the mood with dark and grown up colours such as inky blues and deep greens, as well as lots of mood lighting. If you want the fun and games to stay lighthearted then you can keep your games room bright, colourful and punchy.

How do I create a family or games room space in a small house?

If you don’t have more than one reception room then it may seem out of reach to think about a games or family room design. However, if you have a large kitchen, consider an open plan kitchen family room – just adding a sofa or some comfy chairs and a space to read, watch TV or simply sip your coffee in the morning, will turn your kitchen into a cosy, relaxing family room that’s, most importantly, within easy reach of the fridge and food cupboards. Without a large kitchen or second reception room then it will be up to your living room to provide you with your games room or family space, and this is where storage will be your new best friend. Clever games room ideas such as hidden drawers in sofas; coffee tables and benches that store games, toys and DVDs; and clever media centres that hide away your TV, DVD players, consoles and Hi-Fi systems; can help make the room become more formal on separate occasions. Take a look through the photos on Houzz to get some great games room and family room ideas and inspiration. You may find the family or games room design you’ve been looking for and you can contact the professional that designed it to see if they can create something similar for you.
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