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Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon
Jubilee InteriorsJubilee Interiors
This full home mid-century remodel project is in an affluent community perched on the hills known for its spectacular views of Los Angeles. Our retired clients were returning to sunny Los Angeles from South Carolina. Amidst the pandemic, they embarked on a two-year-long remodel with us - a heartfelt journey to transform their residence into a personalized sanctuary. Opting for a crisp white interior, we provided the perfect canvas to showcase the couple's legacy art pieces throughout the home. Carefully curating furnishings that complemented rather than competed with their remarkable collection. It's minimalistic and inviting. We created a space where every element resonated with their story, infusing warmth and character into their newly revitalized soulful home.
Dickens Collection
Dickens Collection
Smellink InteriorsSmellink Interiors
Salon A.
Salon A.
FURNFURN
FURN
Meuble de salon PAULINE / Credenza PAULINE
Meuble de salon PAULINE / Credenza PAULINE
Armellin, l'ébénisterie 2.0Armellin, l'ébénisterie 2.0
Ce meuble de salon coloré donnerait un coup de peps à n'importe quel intérieur ! Equipé de portes en medium laqué, ce placard se fond parfaitement dans la décoration de nos clients ! Les portes coulissantes oranges mettent en exergue les sous tons chauds du mur en parement adjacent. This piece of furniture would spice up any living room. Its glossy doors are made out of MDF. This colorful cupboard blends seamlessly into our client's space. The bright orange sliding doors bring out the warm tones of the brick wall nearby.
Rénovation totale d'une maison des années 30 à Bagneux
Rénovation totale d'une maison des années 30 à Bagneux
JLC IntérieursJLC Intérieurs
Winsford Ave
Winsford Ave
Verboys InteriorsVerboys Interiors
Projet année 60
Projet année 60
SAS Thomas RobillardSAS Thomas Robillard
Placage teck vernis, tube métallique, portes laquées, pied gainés
Custom Built-Ins
Custom Built-Ins
Lisa & LeroyLisa & Leroy
Custom built-ins offer plenty of shelves and storage for records, books, and trinkets from travels.
Fireplace
Fireplace
Lisa & LeroyLisa & Leroy
Custom built-ins designed to hold a record collection and library of books. The fireplace got a facelift with a fresh mantle and tile surround.
Dickens Collection
Dickens Collection
Smellink InteriorsSmellink Interiors
Reno Road Addition
Reno Road Addition
Alair Homes ArlingtonAlair Homes Arlington
Addition off the side of a typical mid-century post-WWII colonial, including master suite with master bath expansion, first floor family room addition, a complete basement remodel with the addition of new bedroom suite for an AuPair. The clients realized it was more cost effective to do an addition over paying for outside child care for their growing family. Additionally, we helped the clients address some serious drainage issues that were causing settling issues in the home.
Mid Century Modern New Jersey Family Room/Study
Mid Century Modern New Jersey Family Room/Study
Leedy InteriorsLeedy Interiors
This family room went from ultra shabby to super chic! Before the renovation the floors were a worn, dated parquet. We replaced the parquet flooring with a warm chocolate glazed birch hardwood. The fireplace surround was a dreary white painted brick which we refaced with a copper metallic porcelain tile. The preexisting built-ins were completely demolished as they were oversized and out of date. We designed more contemporary and functional custom built-ins for the space, adding some square footage to the room as well. The textures in the room-dark wood, copper toned tile, plush velvet and soft leather-all contribute to the warm and cozy feel of the space. Photographer: Paul S. Bartholomew
Cardiff Remodel
Cardiff Remodel
BDS ContractorsBDS Contractors
Murphy's Manor
Murphy's Manor
Lisa & LeroyLisa & Leroy
Murphy's favorite spot to hang out with her sister is by the fireplace in the music room.
Family Fun Meets Moody Members Club
Family Fun Meets Moody Members Club
Susan Venn DesignSusan Venn Design
Nick Smith Photography
Family Room
Family Room
RT StudioRT Studio
Ken Wyner
Mid-Century Kitchen
Mid-Century Kitchen
Lange Custom Woodworking, Inc.Lange Custom Woodworking, Inc.
Buhardilla
Buhardilla
Genovés Calleja ArquitectosGenovés Calleja Arquitectos
genovescalleja
MIDTOWN REMODEL
MIDTOWN REMODEL
HUNTINGTON IDHUNTINGTON ID
Reading nook in this midcentury home remodeled with extra storage in this beautiful cabinet and bookshelf.
MIDTOWN REMODEL
MIDTOWN REMODEL
HUNTINGTON IDHUNTINGTON ID
Reading nook in this midcentury home remodeled with extra storage in this beautiful cabinet and bookshelf.

Midcentury Games Room with 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 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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