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THINK Architecture, Inc.THINK Architecture, Inc.
Photo by: Joshua Caldwell
This is an example of a medium sized classic enclosed games room in Salt Lake City with a reading nook, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and brown floors.
Great Neighborhood Homes
Great Neighborhood Homes
Great Neighborhood HomesGreat Neighborhood Homes
Photography by VHT
Traditional games room in Minneapolis with grey walls.
University
University
Domiteaux Garza ArchitectureDomiteaux Garza Architecture
Charles Smith
This is an example of a classic games room in Dallas with blue walls and feature lighting.
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California casual family room
California casual family room
A.S.D. Interiors - Shirry Dolgin, OwnerA.S.D. Interiors - Shirry Dolgin, Owner
Family room with casual feel and earth tones. Beige sofas and chairs with wooden coffee table and cabinets. Designed and styled by Shirry Dolgin.
Photo of a large traditional open plan games room in Los Angeles with beige walls, travertine flooring and no fireplace.
StarrMiller Interior Design, Inc.
StarrMiller Interior Design, Inc.
StarrMiller Interior DesignStarrMiller Interior Design
Photo of a medium sized traditional open plan games room in Charlotte with carpet and multi-coloured walls.
Palmer Pointe Road Residence 2 Lower-Level Family Room
Palmer Pointe Road Residence 2 Lower-Level Family Room
O’Hara InteriorsO’Hara Interiors
Interior Design by Martha O'Hara Interiors Built by Stonewood, LLC Photography by Troy Thies Photo Styling by Shannon Gale
Design ideas for a classic games room in Minneapolis with beige walls, carpet and feature lighting.
Queen Anne Residence 10
Queen Anne Residence 10
Michael Knowles, ArchitectMichael Knowles, Architect
This is an example of a traditional games room in Seattle with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, no tv and feature lighting.
Showcase 2007
Showcase 2007
Witt ConstructionWitt Construction
Photo of a traditional games room in New York with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.
Traditional Family Room
Traditional Family Room
This is an example of a traditional games room in Atlanta with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.
Fred McLaren Blvd, Markham
Fred McLaren Blvd, Markham
Staged 2 Sell Solutions Inc.Staged 2 Sell Solutions Inc.
Traditional games room in Toronto.
Life On Longview
Life On Longview
Delphinium DesignDelphinium Design
Foyer view from styled family room complete with medium wood custom built-ins, fabric chairs, rug, double entry doors and chandelier with exposed beams in Charlotte, NC.
Oakton
Oakton
Duet Design Studio LLCDuet Design Studio LLC
Design ideas for a classic games room in DC Metro.
Lafayette Street
Lafayette Street
Meet West StudioMeet West Studio
Photo of a traditional games room in Other.
Two-Story Great Room
Two-Story Great Room
Coppertree HomesCoppertree Homes
Two-story great room with views to covered rear porch + custom two-story fireplace details.
This is an example of a classic open plan games room in Columbus with a standard fireplace, a wooden fireplace surround, a wall mounted tv and a coffered ceiling.
Dramatic Double Height Living Room
Dramatic Double Height Living Room
Henck Design LLCHenck Design LLC
The two-story living room features a black marble fireplace, custom built-ins, backed with warm textured wallpaper, double-height draperies, and custom upholstery. The gold and alabaster lighting acts as jewelry for this dramatic contrasting neutral palette.
City Crave Aberdeen
City Crave Aberdeen
Unique Wood FloorsUnique Wood Floors
City Crave Aberdeen White Oak Engineered Flooring
Inspiration for a classic games room in Minneapolis with light hardwood flooring.
1840 Greek Revival
1840 Greek Revival
Twelve Chairs InteriorsTwelve Chairs Interiors
Design ideas for a classic enclosed games room in Boston with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a concealed tv and brown floors.
Bucktown
Bucktown
Dan Rak DesignDan Rak Design
Traditional games room in Chicago.
Norwood
Norwood
West End InteriorsWest End Interiors
This is an example of a traditional games room in New York.

Traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.
Morningside
Morningside
Calimia HomeCalimia Home
Photo of a traditional games room in Miami.
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