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Large Games Room with a Brick Fireplace Surround Ideas and Designs

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Farmhouse on the Prairie
Farmhouse on the Prairie
Range Custom HomesRange Custom Homes
For this home, we really wanted to create an atmosphere of cozy. A "lived in" farmhouse. We kept the colors light throughout the home, and added contrast with black interior windows, and just a touch of colors on the wall. To help create that cozy and comfortable vibe, we added in brass accents throughout the home. You will find brass lighting and hardware throughout the home. We also decided to white wash the large two story fireplace that resides in the great room. The white wash really helped us to get that "vintage" look, along with the over grout we had applied to it. We kept most of the metals warm, using a lot of brass and polished nickel. One of our favorite features is the vintage style shiplap we added to most of the ceiling on the main floor...and of course no vintage inspired home would be complete without true vintage rustic beams, which we placed in the great room, fireplace mantel and the master bedroom.
ASC Margaritaville
ASC Margaritaville
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
Roslyn Home
Roslyn Home
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
Industrial Extension
Industrial Extension
H InteriorsH Interiors
2019 GSHBA Parade Home 15
2019 GSHBA Parade Home 15
Blenker ConstructionBlenker Construction
This impressive great room features plenty of room to entertain guests. It contains a wall-mounted TV, a ribbon fireplace, two couches and chairs, an area rug and is conveniently connected to the kitchen, sunroom, dining room and other first floor rooms.
Legacy at Silverleaf
Legacy at Silverleaf
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
This home features many timeless designs and was catered to our clients and their five growing children
Living Room
Living Room
Coastal Signature HomesCoastal Signature Homes
Tom Jenkins Photography Fireplace: Fireside Hearth & Stone Floors: Olde Savannah Hardwood Flooring Paint color: Sherwin Williams 7008 (Alabaster)
The Wong House. Architects Buff and Hensman. 1969
The Wong House. Architects Buff and Hensman. 1969
Teague Hunziker PhotographyTeague Hunziker Photography
©Teague Hunziker. Built in 1969. Architects Buff and Hensman
Origin Architects - Blue Goose Barndominium
Origin Architects - Blue Goose Barndominium
Ideo ArchitectsIdeo Architects
The Pumphouse: A Re-imagining of a Water Works Facility
The Pumphouse: A Re-imagining of a Water Works Facility
D.R. Long, Architect + AssociatesD.R. Long, Architect + Associates
Close up of Great Room first floor fireplace and bar areas. Exposed brick from the original boiler room walls was restored and cleaned. The boiler room chimney was re-purposed for installation of new gas fireplaces on the main floor and mezzanine. The original concrete floor was covered with new wood framing and wood flooring, fully insulated with foam. Photo Credit: Alexander Long (www.brilliantvisual.com)
Chelsea Townhouse
Chelsea Townhouse
Mammoth ProjectsMammoth Projects
The brief for the living room included creating a space that is comfortable, modern and where the couple’s young children can play and make a mess. We selected a bright, vintage rug to anchor the space on top of which we added a myriad of seating opportunities that can move and morph into whatever is required for playing and entertaining.
Cinnamon Oak
Cinnamon Oak
Trinity Estate Homes, Ltd.Trinity Estate Homes, Ltd.
Westport - Family Room 1
Westport - Family Room 1
Remodeling ConsultantsRemodeling Consultants
This large family room was part of an addition to a lovely home in Westport, CT we remodeled. A large white door surrounded by extra large windows allows natural light to flow through the room. Which opens the room to a newly renovated composite deck. Beautiful white trim and crown molding outline the room. The room is finished off with recessed lighting, light colored walls, dark hardwood floors, a large decorative ceiling fan with a wall mounted tv above a brick fireplace. Perfect for those New England Winters. Photography by, Peter Krupeya.
Greenwich Waterfront Shingle
Greenwich Waterfront Shingle
VanderHorn ArchitectsVanderHorn Architects
Ship-lap walls and sliding barn doors add a rustic flair to the kid-friendly recreational space.
Custom Built-in with Surrounding Fireplace
Custom Built-in with Surrounding Fireplace
McKay Custom CabinetsMcKay Custom Cabinets
Installed May 2022 in Fairless Hill, PA. Custom built-in cabinets surrounding fireplace with bookshelves made of maple wood, with black contrasting counter top and above fireplace shelf. Wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling in white finish. Featuring crown molding, soft closing doors with Blum hardware.
Hunters Creek
Hunters Creek
Molly Solich DesignMolly Solich Design
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
CarsonSpeer BuildersCarsonSpeer Builders
This modern farmhouse is a beautiful compilation of utility and aesthetics. Exposed cypress beams grace the family room vaulted ceiling. Northern white oak random width floors. Quaker clad windows and doors Inspiro 8
California Casual Creation
California Casual Creation
Traci Connell InteriorsTraci Connell Interiors
These empty nesters wanted a relaxed look but still desired a well-protected space from the sticky hands of young grandchildren, so the designers were sure to integrate durable fabrics and finishes throughout the home. A chic space that still beckons you to put your feet up and relax; with the peace of mind in doing so!
Sunnyland Residence
Sunnyland Residence
Rosewood Custom BuildersRosewood Custom Builders
Jenn Baker
Manson Barn
Manson Barn
SkB ArchitectsSkB Architects

Large Games Room with a Brick Fireplace Surround 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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