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Affordable Modern Games Room Ideas and Designs

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Black Double Hung
Black Double Hung
Universal Windows DirectUniversal Windows Direct
What an authentic and unique family room and corner study. This completely open space is amazing for both the family to gather as well as having company. Enjoy a sunny afternoon or a rainy Saturday together in this space with great views and bright natural light!
Wayne Family Room Project
Wayne Family Room Project
Meredith Lynn DesignsMeredith Lynn Designs
Rural Retreat
Rural Retreat
Midland ArchitectureMidland Architecture
Photography: Laura Petrilla
Corona Del Mar Modern
Corona Del Mar Modern
maison blue design groupmaison blue design group
Wiscasset
Wiscasset
Workshop11Workshop11
Shawn Lortie Photography
Modern Infusion - Seattle, WA
Modern Infusion - Seattle, WA
Brittany L. Whitney - Ethan Allen ScottsdaleBrittany L. Whitney - Ethan Allen Scottsdale
W H EARLE PHOTOGRAPHY
Custom made white entertainment center with thick shelves.
Custom made white entertainment center with thick shelves.
Gingold PhotographyGingold Photography
Custom made white entertainment center with thick shelves. Maple Tree Cabinetmakers Gingold Photography www.gphotoarch.com Hartford Connecticut
Woodrobson show home
Woodrobson show home
Wall St DesignsWall St Designs
Rénovation meulière
Rénovation meulière
Raphaële Violot Architecte DPLGRaphaële Violot Architecte DPLG
Ouverture de la façade et des porteurs intérieurs pour créer une vaste pièce à vivre baignée de lumière.
Jonina 16
Jonina 16
ValgreenValgreen
Antoine Khidichian
DreamDesign 30: Modern Beachhouse
DreamDesign 30: Modern Beachhouse
Starr Custom HomesStarr Custom Homes
This modern beach house in Jacksonville Beach features a large, open entertainment area consisting of great room, kitchen, dining area and lanai. A unique second-story bridge over looks both foyer and great room. Polished concrete floors and horizontal aluminum stair railing bring a contemporary feel. The kitchen shines with European-style cabinetry and GE Profile appliances. The private upstairs master suite is situated away from other bedrooms and features a luxury master shower and floating double vanity. Two roomy secondary bedrooms share an additional bath. Photo credit: Deremer Studios
MEGA DENS SEASON 5
MEGA DENS SEASON 5
Anitra Mecadon IncAnitra Mecadon Inc
DIY NETWORK MEGA DENS
Dimplex Ignite XL® 50" Linear Electric Fireplace | XLF50
Dimplex Ignite XL® 50" Linear Electric Fireplace | XLF50
Flame on incFlame on inc
Dimplex IgniteXL 50" linear electric fireplace is ideal for hotel lobbies, restaurants, as well as home or high rise installations. This impressive electric fireplace is more lifelike than any other electric fireplace of this size. Edge-to-edge glass offers a flawless panoramic view of the dazzling flames from any angle. At only 5.8 inches deep, and with no chimney or gas line required, Dimplex Ignite XL can be installed virtually anywhere. As an added bonus, this fireplace is maintenance free, cost-efficient, and safe for people and the environment.
Christopher Lane
Christopher Lane
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
Roehner and Ryan
Keating Residence
Keating Residence
Christie AdelleChristie Adelle
Waterfront home in Shelter Island, New York
Waterfront home in Shelter Island, New York
Tina Ramchandani CreativeTina Ramchandani Creative
The client wanted a comfortable yet stylish space for family and friends to relax in, tying in the ocean colors throughout the home. Photo by Jacob Snavely
Museum Modern
Museum Modern
Hobbs' Ink, LLCHobbs' Ink, LLC
Twist Tours
Modern Masterpiece Home
Modern Masterpiece Home
Pacific Coast Custom DesignPacific Coast Custom Design
Eye catching 2 tone custom built-in cabinets flank stunning granite fireplace. Shelves are all lit up with LED puck lighting.
Campbell Modern Home
Campbell Modern Home
Cathie Hong InteriorsCathie Hong Interiors
Having moved from a smaller home into a much larger space, our clients needed help picking out finishes like flooring, paint colors and lighting. We then went on to furnish and accessorize all their main living spaces and bedrooms in a style that was both modern yet timeless. We incorporated the work of independent local artists to create a layered home that represented our clients and their style. We are so proud of the haven we’ve created!
Andalusia La Quinta, CA
Andalusia La Quinta, CA
Nicholas Lawrence DesignNicholas Lawrence Design
Photo by Lance Gerber Sitting room in guest casita

Affordable Modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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