The Sunroom is open to the Living / Family room, and has windows looking to both the Breakfast nook / Kitchen as well as to the yard on 2 sides. There is also access to the back deck through this room. The large windows, ceiling fan and tile floor makes you feel like you're outside while still able to enjoy the comforts of indoor spaces. The built-in banquette provides not only additional storage, but ample seating in the room without the clutter of chairs. The mutli-purpose room is currently used for the homeowner's many stained glass projects.

Timberwood Craftsman Livingroom Remodel

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

This newly built Old Mission style home gave little in concessions in regards to historical accuracies. To create a usable space for the family, Obelisk Home provided finish work and furnishings but in needed to keep with the feeling of the home. The coffee tables bunched together allow flexibility and hard surfaces for the girls to play games on. New paint in historical sage, window treatments in crushed velvet with hand-forged rods, leather swivel chairs to allow “bird watching” and conversation, clean lined sofa, rug and classic carved chairs in a heavy tapestry to bring out the love of the American Indian style and tradition. Original Artwork by Jane Troup Photos by Jeremy Mason McGraw

Pied-A-Terre

Richard Moody & Sons Construction LLC

Custom built-in bookcases and the stone fireplace with gas insert and television above are one of the focal points of this room. The other: the Atlantic Ocean just outside the french doors. Photo: Rachel Sieben

Starr Fireplace surround. Craftsman Style in black walnut.

HomeComing Woodworks

Photo by Will Eick, Homecoming Woodworks.
Design ideas for an arts and crafts living room in Burlington.

Basement remodel

Sethbennphoto

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Arts and crafts family room in Minneapolis with red walls and carpet.

Mount Vernon Remodel

Richard McNamee Photography Inc.

This is an example of an arts and crafts sunroom in Seattle with light hardwood floors and a standard ceiling.

Craftsman Revival

Yonkman Construction, Inc.

Northlight Photography, Roger Turk
Mid-sized arts and crafts open concept living room in Seattle with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

My Own House

Hoffman Grayson Architects LLP

The Living Room, Dining Room and Kitchen feature a maple frieze board at window head height. The windows are cased in flat stock maple trim, matching the pine windows and the maple frieze board. The doors have quarter sawn oak trim vertically, with maple header trim. Photo by Glen Grayson, AIA

Arts and Crafts Bungalow

Walden & Co.

This is an example of an arts and crafts family room in San Francisco.

Upland, CA (L11599)

PremierWest Construction

Peter Amend Photography
Design ideas for an arts and crafts sunroom in Los Angeles.

Keuka Lake

JB Sterling Company

Arts and crafts sunroom in New York.

Pasadena Japanese Craftsman

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This entry/living room features maple wood flooring, Hubbardton Forge pendant lighting, and a Tansu Chest. A monochromatic color scheme of greens with warm wood give the space a tranquil feeling. Photo by: Tom Queally

Lighting Design

Bravas Minnesota

Ambient lighting in this great room washes the ceiling and beams reflecting down to provide a warm glow. Task lighting over the counters provide the level of light required to cook and clean without disrupting the glow. Art lighting for the fireplace and additional task lighting for the seating areas create the final layers.

Boyne City Cottage Design

Edgewater Design Group

As written in Northern Home & Cottage by Elizabeth Edwards For years, Jeff and Ellen Miller spent their vacations sailing in Northern Michigan—so they had plenty of time to check out which small harbor town they might like to retire to someday. When that time arrived several years ago, they looked at properties up and down the coast and along inland lakes. When they discovered a sweet piece on the outskirts of Boyne City that included waterfront and a buildable lot, with a garage on it, across the street, they knew they’d found home. The couple figured they could find plans for their dream lake cottage online. After all, they weren’t looking to build anything grandiose. Just a small-to-medium sized contemporary Craftsman. But after an unfruitful online search they gave up, frustrated. Every plan they found had the back of the house facing the water—they needed a blueprint for a home that fronted on the water. The Millers first met the woman, Stephanie Baldwin, Owner & President of Edgewater Design Group, who solved that issue and a number of others on the 2015 Northern Home & Cottage Petoskey Area Home Tour. Baldwin’s home that year was a smart, 2000-square cottage on Crooked Lake with simple lines and a Craftsman sensibility. That home proved to the couple that Edgewater Design Group is as proficient at small homes as the larger ones they are often known for. Edgewater Design Group did indeed come up with the perfect plan for the Millers. At 2400 square feet, the simple Craftsman with its 3 bedrooms, vaulted ceiling in the great room and upstairs deck is everything the Millers wanted—including the fact that construction stayed within their budget. An extra courtesy of working with the talented design team is a screened in porch facing the lake (“She told us, of course you have to have a screened in porch,” Ellen says. “And we love it!’) Edgewater’s other touches are more subtle. The Millers wanted to keep the garage, but the home needed to be sited on a small knoll some feet away in order to capture the views of Lake Charlevoix across the street. The solution is a covered walkway and steps that are so artful they enhance the home. Another favor Baldwin did for them was to connect them with Legacy Construction, a firm known for its craftsmanship and attention to detail. The Miller home, outfitted with touches including custom molding, cherry cabinetry, a stunning custom range hood, built in shelving and custom vanities. A warm hickory floor and lovely earth-toned Craftsman-style color palette pull it all together, while a fireplace mantel hewn from a tree taken on the property rounds out this gracious lake cottage.

Seaside Antique Heart Pine Flooring

Stonewood Products

Beautiful antique pine
Arts and crafts living room in Boston.

Darling Residence

HartmanBaldwin Design/Build

HartmanBaldwin followed specific guidelines as set forth by Build It Green, a green point rating system that certifies the level of ‘green’ measures applied to residential construction.

Pond House Family Room with Fireplace

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Pond House Family Room with wood burning fireplace and Craftsman Millwork and furniture Gridley Graves
Photo of a large arts and crafts enclosed family room in Atlanta with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Craftsman Style Residence

J. W. McCarter & Associates

This is an example of a large arts and crafts enclosed home theatre in San Diego with brown walls, carpet and brown floor.

Two story cabin in the woods

Lake James Custom Homes LLC.

Photo of an arts and crafts living room in Other.

Aspen Glen

Kaegebein Fine Homebuilding LLC

John Hufkner
Design ideas for an arts and crafts family room in Denver with a tile fireplace surround.

Arts and Crafts Living Design Ideas

The best room for gathering with your family and friends in a cosy environment is your living room or family room. You want to hang out where the lounge furniture is the most comfortable and sofas or chairs create a sense of homeliness. Filling this important space with cheap furniture is unlikely to bring you the same long-lasting comfort as a quality chaise lounge or a couch. These choices will directly affect the quality of your evenings as you wind down from the daily grind. While planning a renovation or redesign, weigh up the priorities of seating, heating, an entertainment unit and bookcases. Identify your main activity in the room and and design around that. Many arts and crafts living rooms aren't complete without a fireplace, but if you can't accommodate that, invest in built-in or furniture that suits your home. Common trends include Danish furniture and other kinds of Scandinavian furniture. Plush sofas, recliner chairs and sofa beds will always be popular. Finally, when the big components are planned out, think about what colour scheme and decor will best suit you and your family. If needed, an interior designer can help here.

Should I include a fireplace in my living room or family room?

Depending on your climate, a fireplace might be a great way to add warmth and interest to your living space. Even if your location is warm year-round, you can always add a faux fireplace or nonfunctioning fireplace as part of your decor. There are many options to choose from, so be sure to check them out. A wood-burning fireplace gives an authentic experience, though a gas one still emits heat without the mess. A double-sided or corner unit strays from the ordinary, or you can go with a wood stove fireplace if you're looking for a piece of art. If you want a contemporary touch, veer away from the traditional wood or tile mantel by going with stone, concrete or metal instead.

What kind of built-ins should I add to my living room?

Although it might not seem glamorous, having enough storage is instrumental when it comes to keeping the room organised and practical. Built-in bookcases, shelves and cabinets are a great way to add hidden, functional storage for all the knickknacks you accumulate. Movie and gaming buffs will love a custom entertainment centre, with enough cabinets for movies, speakers and electronic accessories; you can even create a media room with a projector and lounge chairs! If you still have room to spare, include a booth for homework or craft projects.

How do I decorate my home interiors?

When it comes to decorating, neutrals are always the safe option because they look good and never go out of style. They also give any artwork you hang enough breathing space. If you do want to try out a bolder colour scheme, add colour with walls and arts and crafts accessories. That way, if you get sick of a colour, you can quickly repaint the walls and find new knickknacks, instead of having to replace your sofas every time trends change. Popular colours include blue, green and grey, but don't be afraid to try bright colours like red or yellow, even if it's just on an accent wall. Finally, make sure there is plenty of light. Recessed or track lighting are great ways to hit every corner — better yet, add more natural light by installing additional windows or a skylight.