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Red Games Room with a Built-in Media Unit Ideas and Designs

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Lower ground floor head height increase & structural changes throughout
Lower ground floor head height increase & structural changes throughout
Project LondonProject London
Newtown Square Kitchen Remodel
Newtown Square Kitchen Remodel
Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen StudioPine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio
Palm Beach Gardens Residence
Palm Beach Gardens Residence
Design Wonders By MaryAnnDesign Wonders By MaryAnn
Family Room Custom Millwork
Craftsman
Craftsman
Cabinet Concepts by DesignCabinet Concepts by Design
Manhattan Apartment Design Project
Manhattan Apartment Design Project
UserUser
Orange
Orange
Pinnacle Custom Homes Inc.Pinnacle Custom Homes Inc.
Family Room decor with large sofa placed in front of Fireplace
Vegas Glam
Vegas Glam
David Marquardt Architectural PhotographyDavid Marquardt Architectural Photography
David Marquardt
Holiday
Holiday
Jenny Tamplin InteriorsJenny Tamplin Interiors
Family Room
Family Room
Glenna Stone Interior DesignGlenna Stone Interior Design
Interior Architecture
Interior Architecture
George Merlin Associates, Inc.George Merlin Associates, Inc.
Family room (sports)
Family room (sports)
Thinkterior LLCThinkterior LLC
THEME There are two priorities in this room: Hockey (in this case, Washington Capitals hockey) and FUN. FOCUS The room is broken into two main sections (one for kids and one for adults); and divided by authentic hockey boards, complete with yellow kickplates and half-inch plexiglass. Like a true hockey arena, the room pays homage to star players with two fully autographed team jerseys preserved in cases, as well as team logos positioned throughout the room on custom-made pillows, accessories and the floor. The back half of the room is made just for kids. Swings, a dart board, a ball pit, a stage and a hidden playhouse under the stairs ensure fun for all. STORAGE A large storage unit at the rear of the room makes use of an odd-shaped nook, adds support and accommodates large shelves, toys and boxes. Storage space is cleverly placed near the ballpit, and will eventually transition into a full storage area once the pit is no longer needed. The back side of the hockey boards hold two small refrigerators (one for adults and one for kids), as well as the base for the audio system. GROWTH The front half of the room lasts as long as the family’s love for the team. The back half of the room grows with the children, and eventually will provide a useable, wide open space as well as storage. SAFETY A plexiglass wall separates the two main areas of the room, minimizing the noise created by kids playing and hockey fans cheering. It also protects the big screen TV from balls, pucks and other play objects that occasionally fly by. The ballpit door has a double safety lock to ensure supervised use.
Redesign Photos
Redesign Photos
ACM Home Staging And RedesignACM Home Staging And Redesign
This room has been put together in various stages. Furniture its all, but wall painting, art, cushions, wood floors and rug were added in phases.
California Modern Meets West Michigan
California Modern Meets West Michigan
Mosaic Custom HomesMosaic Custom Homes
Great Room
Great Room
Terri Slee InteriorsTerri Slee Interiors
Equipamiento en Jaume Roig
Equipamiento en Jaume Roig
Nihil EstudioNihil Estudio
Cozy Den
Cozy Den
Studio 10 Interior DesignStudio 10 Interior Design
Gemütliches Wohnzimmer mit neuer Sitzecke
Gemütliches Wohnzimmer mit neuer Sitzecke
Raumkompositionen Raphaela PavenzingerRaumkompositionen Raphaela Pavenzinger
- Aufwertung des Wohnzimmers mit Vorhängen, Teppichen, Einzelmöbeln, Beleuchtung
Holiday
Holiday
Jenny Tamplin InteriorsJenny Tamplin Interiors
Common Lounge - Kitchenette and Dining Space
Common Lounge - Kitchenette and Dining Space
BEAM, ltd.BEAM, ltd.
The lounge space includes a small kitchenette and dining area. The cove lighting provides an even glow around the perimeter of the space and downlights give general lighting. The pendant was used to visually acknowledge the dining space against the more robust lighting in the active areas of the lounge.
Sunset Point
Sunset Point
D'Asign SourceD'Asign Source
With so many generations gather at once there had to be amusement options to meet the demands of both young as well as the more mature. This space features a game room, bar, office and home theater.

Red Games Room with a Built-in Media Unit 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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