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Midcentury Games Room with a Home Bar Ideas and Designs

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S. Braeswood
S. Braeswood
StudioMET ArchitectsStudioMET Architects
Menlo Mod
Menlo Mod
Mansfield + O'NeilMansfield + O'Neil
John Lum Architecture Paul Dyer Photography
Transitional Family Room and Bar
Transitional Family Room and Bar
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESISFran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS
They needed new custom cabinetry to accommodate their new 75" flat screen so we worked with the cabinetry and AV vendors to design a unit that would encompass all of the AV plus display and storage extending all the way to the window seat. The clients also wanted to be able to eat dinner in the room while watching TV but there was no room for a regular dining table so we designed a custom silver leaf bar table to sit behind the sectional with a custom 1 1/2" Thinkglass art glass top. We designed a new coffered ceiling with lighting in each bay. And built out the fireplace with dimensional tile to the ceiling. The color scheme was kept intentionally monochromatic to show off the different textures with the only color being touches of blue in the pillows and accessories to pick up the art glass.
Mid-Century Living
Mid-Century Living
Visual Jill Inc.Visual Jill Inc.
Photos by Peter Lyons
Contemporary Mid-Century Bachelor Pad
Contemporary Mid-Century Bachelor Pad
Chosen InteriorsChosen Interiors
Luxury Midcentury Clyde Hill Stage
Luxury Midcentury Clyde Hill Stage
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Covered outdoor home bar and living area.
Mid Century Ranch in Whittier
Mid Century Ranch in Whittier
Steven Dewall PhotographySteven Dewall Photography
© Steven Dewall Photography
Lake Sammamish Project
Lake Sammamish Project
Tammara Stroud DesignTammara Stroud Design
photos: John Granen Photography
South End Townhouse
South End Townhouse
Elms Interior DesignElms Interior Design
Photography by Michael J. Lee
AspenWestEnd
AspenWestEnd
Sisson Lea ArchitectsSisson Lea Architects
Lower ADU was re-incorporated into main house, featuring a entertainment lounge with full bar and wine cellar.
Lower Level Wetbar
Lower Level Wetbar
UserUser
Finished lower level wetbar area attached to the recreation room with wine fridge and bar sink.
Transitional Family Room and Bar
Transitional Family Room and Bar
Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESISFran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS
The client wanted to update her tired, dated family room. They had grown accustomed to having reclining seats so one challenge was to create a new reclining sectional that looked fresh and contemporary. This one has three reclining seats plus convenient USB ports. The wood is a flat-cut walnut, run horizontally. The bar was redesigned in the same wood with onyx countertops. The open shelves are embedded with LED lighting. The clients also wanted to be able to eat dinner in the room while watching TV but there was no room for a regular dining table so we designed a custom silver leaf bar table to sit behind the sectional with a custom 1 1/2" Thinkglass art glass top. We also designed a custom walnut display unit for the clients books and collectibles as well as four cocktail table /ottomans that can easily be rearranged to allow for the recliners. New dark wood floors were installed and a custom wool and silk area rug was designed that ties all the pieces together. We designed a new coffered ceiling with lighting in each bay. And built out the fireplace with dimensional tile to the ceiling. The color scheme was kept intentionally monochromatic to show off the different textures with the only color being touches of blue in the pillows and accessories to pick up the art glass.
Outpost Residence/Hollywood
Outpost Residence/Hollywood
Julie Maigret DesignJulie Maigret Design
Rachel Thurston
R 5967
R 5967
d KISER design.construct, inc.d KISER design.construct, inc.
Mid-Century house remodel. Design by aToM. Construction and installation of mahogany structure and custom cabinetry by d KISER design.construct, inc. Photograph by Colin Conces Photography
Vestavia Lake Whole Home
Vestavia Lake Whole Home
Highland Design+BuildHighland Design+Build
Wappingers Falls Addition
Wappingers Falls Addition
DBS RemodelDBS Remodel
Midcentury Modern - Harlan
Midcentury Modern - Harlan
Shear ConstructionShear Construction
floating white oak bench
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Prairie
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Prairie
Prime RealtyPrime Realty
Mid-Century Wet Bar
Mid-Century Wet Bar
Visual Jill Inc.Visual Jill Inc.
A cool built-in bar space is a major highlight of the downstairs family room. Photos by Peter Lyons
Lake Minnetonka Mid-Century Modern Lower Level
Lake Minnetonka Mid-Century Modern Lower Level
Zinran Construction Services Inc.Zinran Construction Services Inc.

Midcentury Games Room with a Home Bar 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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