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Large and Expansive Games Room Ideas and Designs

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Project Cedar
Project Cedar
Studio Far WestStudio Far West
This project was a dream mid-century beach house retreat on the North coast near Padstow. The client, who is based in London, appointed us to design and project manage the full renovation of this 5-bedroom home away from home. The double-height pitched living space at the centre of the house was once the site of a hotel swimming pool. It was generous in scale, with panoramic views over the landscape and gave us the opportunity to create five different zones including a large open plan kitchen, dining table for 10, relaxed family lounge area and two dedicated cocktail / evening seating areas. The palette has a suitably earthy tone with natural timbers, stunning quartz worktops, bespoke metalwork, fluted timber screens, and a central feature log-burning fireplace. We were involved in the project from concept to completion including styling the interior and hand-selecting bespoke artworks and ceramics to add the final finishing flourishes. A perfect holiday home for relaxation and entertaining!
Barnes Family Home: 'House of Colour'
Barnes Family Home: 'House of Colour'
LEIVARSLEIVARS
We are delighted to reveal our recent ‘House of Colour’ Barnes project. We had such fun designing a space that’s not just aesthetically playful and vibrant, but also functional and comfortable for a young family. We loved incorporating lively hues, bold patterns and luxurious textures. What a pleasure to have creative freedom designing interiors that reflect our client’s personality.
Marlborough Mansion Family Home
Marlborough Mansion Family Home
Claudia Dorsch Interior Design LtdClaudia Dorsch Interior Design Ltd
Ferndale: Mid-century four bedroom single story home
Ferndale: Mid-century four bedroom single story home
Muchmore DesignMuchmore Design
Contemporary Games Room
Contemporary Games Room
Studio FabbriStudio Fabbri
Villa Ferrari Model
Villa Ferrari Model
Design WestDesign West
This Model Home showcases a high-contrast color palette with varying blends of soft, neutral textiles, complemented by deep, rich case-piece finishes.
La Dolce Vita Project FAMILY ROOM
La Dolce Vita Project FAMILY ROOM
Armina InteriorsArmina Interiors
A contemporary palette of taupe, cream and dark hardwood offer a relaxing environment with which to lounge on this custom sectional. Notice the personalized nail head detailing on the ottoman and the sophisticated rawhide black side table next to a coordinating accent chair. Photo: Jeff Garland
Franklin Park Custom Home
Franklin Park Custom Home
WINN Design+BuildWINN Design+Build
A Great Room for Living and Dining
A Great Room for Living and Dining
JWH Design and Cabinetry LLCJWH Design and Cabinetry LLC
Rustic beams frame the architecture in this spectacular great room; custom sectional and tables. Photographer: Mick Hales
Lake Johanna - Rustic Total Home Remodel
Lake Johanna - Rustic Total Home Remodel
Michels HomesMichels Homes
Builder: Michels Homes Cabinetry Design: Megan Dent Interior Design: Jami Ludens, Studio M Interiors Photography: Landmark Photography
SM Ranch House
SM Ranch House
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
Legacy at Silverleaf
Legacy at Silverleaf
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
Roehner Ryan
30 - Park City, Utah Residence
30 - Park City, Utah Residence
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Mountain Star Custom Home
Mountain Star Custom Home
Sarah Carr DesignSarah Carr Design
Ric Stovall
Contemporary Intracoastal Sanctuary Living Room
Contemporary Intracoastal Sanctuary Living Room
Annie Santulli DesignsAnnie Santulli Designs
Inspired by the vivid tones of the surrounding waterways, we created a calming sanctuary. The grand open concept required us to define areas for sitting, dining and entertaining that were cohesive in overall design. The thread of the teal color weaves from room to room as a constant reminder of the beauty surrounding the home. Lush textures make each room a tactile experience as well as a visual pleasure. Not to be overlooked, the outdoor space was designed as additional living space that coordinates with the color scheme of the interior. Robert Brantley Photography
Reclaimed Brick Modern French Country
Reclaimed Brick Modern French Country
Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design
San Juan Spanish Revival
San Juan Spanish Revival
Concept Design, Inc.Concept Design, Inc.
We kept the original floors and cleaned them up, replaced the built-in and exposed beams. Custom sectional for maximum seating and one of a kind pillows.
Patching Residence
Patching Residence
Dylan Barber Building DesignDylan Barber Building Design
Old Enfield Classic
Old Enfield Classic
Ashby CollectiveAshby Collective
Ashton Heights Addition+Renovation
Ashton Heights Addition+Renovation
WINN Design+BuildWINN Design+Build

Large and Expansive Games Room 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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