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Shabby-Chic Style Games Room with a Built-in Media Unit Ideas and Designs

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Schnell Family Room
Schnell Family Room
Linda Rosen InteriorsLinda Rosen Interiors
Medium sized vintage open plan games room in Los Angeles with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a built-in media unit.
Media Wall with storage
Media Wall with storage
Rick Thorpe Bespoke JoineryRick Thorpe Bespoke Joinery
At Rick Thorpe Bespoke Joinery, we create lovely furniture for your home, below is our latest commission. A beautiful media wall which includes storage and display units. Painted using farrow and ball, using a darker colour in the inset to give the unit extra style and depth.
Heimkino "Shabby Chic"
Heimkino "Shabby Chic"
HEIMKINORAUM Berlin | Kino-im-WohnzimmerHEIMKINORAUM Berlin | Kino-im-Wohnzimmer
This is an example of a medium sized romantic open plan games room in Berlin with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a wood burning stove, a plastered fireplace surround, a built-in media unit and brown floors.
Traditional Distressed Finish Built-in Cabinet
Traditional Distressed Finish Built-in Cabinet
Pacific Coast Custom DesignPacific Coast Custom Design
Beautiful eye-catching custom built-in entertainment center is embellished with decorative corbels and moldings and is finished is a gorgeous shabby chic multiple blue tone custom finish.
Custom-TV -Built-In Above Fireplace
Custom-TV -Built-In Above Fireplace
INI AV+ Electronic Home EnvironmentsINI AV+ Electronic Home Environments
Inspiration for a large vintage enclosed games room in Miami with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a wooden fireplace surround and a built-in media unit.
Most Expensive Ceilings by Fratantoni Design!
Most Expensive Ceilings by Fratantoni Design!
Fratantoni Design / Residential ArchitectsFratantoni Design / Residential Architects
World Renowned Architecture Firm Fratantoni Design created this beautiful home! They design home plans for families all over the world in any size and style. They also have in-house Interior Designer Firm Fratantoni Interior Designers and world class Luxury Home Building Firm Fratantoni Luxury Estates! Hire one or all three companies to design and build and or remodel your home!
Moody Sisters Cottage Remodel
Moody Sisters Cottage Remodel
Litchfield BuildersLitchfield Builders
Photo of a shabby-chic style enclosed games room in Santa Barbara with a reading nook, white walls, light hardwood flooring and a built-in media unit.
Henry House Off the Grid Residence
Henry House Off the Grid Residence
Henry ArchitectsHenry Architects
library, reading, tv room Photo credit: Alix Henry
Design ideas for a small vintage enclosed games room in Albuquerque with a reading nook, white walls, concrete flooring and a built-in media unit.
Used Betonlook im Wohnzimmer / Wandgestaltung
Used Betonlook im Wohnzimmer / Wandgestaltung
RAUMWERK | fugenlose Bäder I Böden I TreppenRAUMWERK | fugenlose Bäder I Böden I Treppen
Photo of a small vintage open plan games room in Other with a built-in media unit.
Largo Residências Artísticas
Largo Residências Artísticas
Alessandro MallamaciAlessandro Mallamaci
Alessandro Mallamaci
Large shabby-chic style enclosed games room in Other with white walls and a built-in media unit.
COMFORT COUNTRY
COMFORT COUNTRY
Rachele Biancalani StudioRachele Biancalani Studio
Calma, comfort e ricordi di una vita si fondono in questa abitazione toscana che rilassa i sensi di chiunque vi entri. Country, shabby chic, colori pastello nelle nuances dei grigio azzurri e dei tortora con una particolare attenzione alla funzionalità. Il legno ed i materiali di recupero sono il punto di partenza per il mood del progetto. Parete a righe (NON è CARTA DA PARATI ma pittura!!!) nei colori chiari sabbia e bianco caldo, faretti in gesso filosoffitto a incasso nel controsoffitto in cartongesso. Abitazione in classe energetica A+, con pavimento a pannelli radianti.
Gathering Rooms
Gathering Rooms
Jocelyn PrivettJocelyn Privett
Photo by Ross Van Pelt. Interior design by Jill Koch. Builder - Jack Wieland Homes. Homearama 2014 in Carriage Hill
This is an example of a romantic games room in Cincinnati with medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a built-in media unit.
Schoolhouse Conversion
Schoolhouse Conversion
Adele Barrett InteriorsAdele Barrett Interiors
Custom millwork, barn door designed by Adele Barrett Interiors. Vintage reclaimed pine floor, heated floors. photo: Milk Vujovic
This is an example of a large shabby-chic style mezzanine games room in Toronto with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a built-in media unit.
Make Up Studio Apartment
Make Up Studio Apartment
Golden SpacesGolden Spaces
To further give a clean break within the space from the living and make-up studio I painted a double line wall to visually set the different rooms apart. along side that I custom designed my clients already purchased vase set to tie in with the design scheme. With gold accents throughout the wood materials and the outlet this too ties in with the entire space.
Fuller Ave
Fuller Ave
DTLA DESIGNDTLA DESIGN
Vintage mezzanine games room in Los Angeles with a game room, white walls, light hardwood flooring and a built-in media unit.
Texas reno
Texas reno
Unlimited Innovations Custom CabinetryUnlimited Innovations Custom Cabinetry
Inspiration for a medium sized vintage open plan games room with a reading nook, grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a built-in media unit and brown floors.
COMFORT COUNTRY
COMFORT COUNTRY
Rachele Biancalani StudioRachele Biancalani Studio
Calma, comfort e ricordi di una vita si fondono in questa abitazione toscana che rilassa i sensi di chiunque vi entri. Country, shabby chic, colori pastello nelle nuances dei grigio azzurri e dei tortora con una particolare attenzione alla funzionalità. Il legno ed i materiali di recupero sono il punto di partenza per il mood del progetto. Parete a righe (NON è CARTA DA PARATI ma pittura!!!) nei colori chiari sabbia e bianco caldo, faretti in gesso filosoffitto a incasso nel controsoffitto in cartongesso. Abitazione in classe energetica A+, con pannelli radianti a pavimento.
Make Up Studio Apartment
Make Up Studio Apartment
Golden SpacesGolden Spaces
This space was not equip with a fireplace, however I introduced to my client a cool way we can implement the NYC style decor in the space to enhance both her and her clients interior experience. I like to involve my clients in the project especially since my client already had certain pieces already in the space ( ei. her couch, and center table) I gave my client 'homework' to paint the fireplace white to blend and tie the space together. I then wallpapered the back with white brick to complete the fireplace. Overall in this picture, all furniture and accent piece were designed by me, which are apart of my Decor Line.

Shabby-Chic Style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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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