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Small Rustic Home Gym Ideas and Designs

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Movie and Bar Basement
Movie and Bar Basement
Harbour Towne ConstructionHarbour Towne Construction
A simple home gym accompanies the home movie theatre and bar to give this family the option to work out at home.
Battle Associates Outbuildings
Battle Associates Outbuildings
Battle Associates, ArchitectsBattle Associates, Architects
Outbuildings grow out of their particular function and context. Design maintains unity with the main house and yet creates interesting elements to the outbuildings itself, treating it like an accent piece.
Master Retreat
Master Retreat
SCF Architecture, LLCSCF Architecture, LLC
Our owners were looking to upgrade their master bedroom into a hotel-like oasis away from the world with a rustic "ski lodge" feel. The bathroom was gutted, we added some square footage from a closet next door and created a vaulted, spa-like bathroom space with a feature soaking tub. We connected the bedroom to the sitting space beyond to make sure both rooms were able to be used and work together. Added some beams to dress up the ceilings along with a new more modern soffit ceiling complete with an industrial style ceiling fan. The master bed will be positioned at the actual reclaimed barn-wood wall...The gas fireplace is see-through to the sitting area and ties the large space together with a warm accent. This wall is coated in a beautiful venetian plaster. Also included 2 walk-in closet spaces (being fitted with closet systems) and an exercise room. Pros that worked on the project included: Holly Nase Interiors, S & D Renovations (who coordinated all of the construction), Agentis Kitchen & Bath, Veneshe Master Venetian Plastering, Stoves & Stuff Fireplaces
Georgian Bay
Georgian Bay
Tamarack NorthTamarack North
This rugged Georgian Bay beauty is a five bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home custom build by Tamarack North. Featured in the entry way of this home is a large open concept entry with a timber frame ceiling. Seamlessly flowing into the living room are tall ceilings, a gorgeous view of Georgian bay and a large stone fireplace all with components that play on the tones of the outdoors, connecting you with nature. Just off the modern kitchen is a master suite that contains both a gym and office area with a view of the water making for a peaceful and productive atmosphere. Carrying into the master bedroom is a timber frame ceiling identical to the entry way as well as folding doors that walkout onto a stone patio and a hot tub. Tamarack North prides their company of professional engineers and builders passionate about serving Muskoka, Lake of Bays and Georgian Bay with fine seasonal homes.
LA Homebuilders/Coffey & Co. May 2010 spring Show House.
LA Homebuilders/Coffey & Co. May 2010 spring Show House.
Coffey & Co. House of InteriorsCoffey & Co. House of Interiors
Kingsbridge Estates Remodel
Kingsbridge Estates Remodel
Terra Nova BuildsTerra Nova Builds
Providence Country Club Attic
Providence Country Club Attic
DiFabion Remodeling, Inc.DiFabion Remodeling, Inc.
Multi-faceted custom attic renovation including a guest suite w/ built-in Murphy beds and private bath, and a fully equipped entertainment room with a full bar.
Markland Woods Residence
Markland Woods Residence
m2m Design Local Inc.m2m Design Local Inc.
m2m Design Local Inc.
Pinegrove Project
Pinegrove Project
VanMartin ContractingVanMartin Contracting
Movie and Bar Basement
Movie and Bar Basement
Harbour Towne ConstructionHarbour Towne Construction
A simple home gym accompanies the home movie theatre and bar to give this family the option to work out at home.
Pinegrove Project
Pinegrove Project
VanMartin ContractingVanMartin Contracting

Small Rustic Home Gym Ideas and Designs

Home gyms are a wonderful luxury if fitness is a priority. The freedom and flexibility offered by building a rustic home gym or exercise room at home is a great investment, and will soon recoup its worth in memberships. Design ideas might conjure up images of exercise bikes, treadmills and heavy weights, but if that isn’t your thing it can really be as simple as having an open, airy, mirrored studio in which to practice yoga or pilates.

How to find ideas for my home gym?

The first consideration for your rustic home gym design is finding the space, the second is working out how this space will accommodate the gym equipment that you require. You may have a spare room, loft, basement or garage that can be fitted for purpose, but there’s more to home gyms than just bringing in the right equipment – you will want to consider hygiene, ventilation, your flooring and ease of movement around the space. Try looking through the photos from design professionals to find inspiration on how to furnish and decorate your home gym, and filter by style, budget, size, type, flooring and colours to find designs that could work for you.

How to choose the right gym equipment?

The home exercise equipment you should invest in will depend on whether you are a cardio or weights lover, and there are ideas for every budget varying from the humble skipping rope, to medicine balls, dumbbells and weight benches, or go all out with a state-of-the-art multi gym and motorised treadmills or cross-trainers. If your workouts don’t involve any fitness equipment, a bright studio space will offer the perfect environment for exercise – just add your yoga mat, a ballet barre or soft stretching area and you’ll have all you need. If you really want to go all out, and dance is your typical workout of choice, you might even consider a sprung floor. The home gym is the one room where mirrors aren’t decor, so install a mirrored wall so you can keep proper form whilst exercising.

How do I convert my space into a home gym?

Your first consideration in a home gym is space – you need to keep enough space between your gym machines to allow safe and easy movement. Designating extra space for stretching can be as important as finding room for a rowing machine and weights. Good ventilation is essential – if you have insufficient windows for good air flow then you can add extractor fans and consider installing air conditioning for climate control. Access to an electrical supply through floor recessed power points is important for your workout equipment and you may want to consider allowing for a TV and sound system. Think carefully about lighting when considering home gym ideas and ideally avoid low-hanging lights or lighting that will give off a lot of heat, as keeping cool whilst exercising is critical to comfort.

What should I do for the flooring?

Before bringing any large scale home fitness equipment into the room and dreaming up grandiose home gym ideas, take into account how much weight your floors can take. Unless your gym is on the ground floor, you may need to strengthen your flooring. Suspending timber floors may need reinforcing, and outdoor buildings such as sheds will need a minimum of 150mm joists to support equipment. If in any doubt, consult a structural engineer – nothing interrupts a workout like falling through your home gym floor! When it comes to the covering, vinyl, rubber and foam tiles or interlocking floor mats are all good options as they provide spring and a soft surface if you are in contact with the floor often.
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