Residential 30'x30' half-court with Penn State logo

This is an example of an expansive traditional indoor sport court in DC Metro.

Mimi Barry Photography
Photo of a mid-sized modern multipurpose gym in Indianapolis with grey walls and linoleum floors.

Bay Mist Drive

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Family dance studio and workout space.
Inspiration for a contemporary home gym in Other.

Rexford Residence

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Alex J Olson
This is an example of an expansive traditional home gym in Los Angeles with white walls and light hardwood floors.

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Robmooreconstruction.co.uk

Inspiration for a contemporary home gym in Hampshire with grey walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Westport Contemporary Residence

Heidi Holzer Design & Decorative Work

Inspiration for an eclectic home yoga studio in New York with multi-coloured walls.

Parkwood Homes' Interiors

Parkwood Homes

One of our customers is a rock climbing enthusiast, so check out the fun area we helped them put together to practice at home!
Inspiration for a home gym in Denver.

Georgia's Premier Residence Little Hawkins Island

Envision Web

Stuart Wade, Envision Virtual Tours The design goal was to produce a corporate or family retreat that could best utilize the uniqueness and seclusion as the only private residence, deep-water hammock directly assessable via concrete bridge in the Southeastern United States. Little Hawkins Island was seven years in the making from design and permitting through construction and punch out. The multiple award winning design was inspired by Spanish Colonial architecture with California Mission influences and developed for the corporation or family who entertains. With 5 custom fireplaces, 75+ palm trees, fountain, courtyards, and extensive use of covered outdoor spaces; Little Hawkins Island is truly a Resort Residence that will easily accommodate parties of 250 or more people. The concept of a “village” was used to promote movement among 4 independent buildings for residents and guests alike to enjoy the year round natural beauty and climate of the Golden Isles. The architectural scale and attention to detail throughout the campus is exemplary. From the heavy mud set Spanish barrel tile roof to the monolithic solid concrete portico with its’ custom carved cartouche at the entrance, every opportunity was seized to match the style and grace of the best properties built in a bygone era.

Rideout Residence

Steven Dailey Construction

Design ideas for a large traditional indoor sport court in Salt Lake City with grey walls.

Industrial Cross-Fit Gym

Meyer Design

Cross-Fit Gym for all of your exercise needs. Photos: Reel Tour Media
Large modern multipurpose gym in Chicago with white walls, vinyl floors, black floor and coffered.

Home Gyms

Osborne Builders Inc.

This is an example of a traditional home weight room in Philadelphia with beige walls, carpet and blue floor.

Norwood Cottage Design

Edgewater Design Group

Our clients were relocating from the upper peninsula to the lower peninsula and wanted to design a retirement home on their Lake Michigan property. The topography of their lot allowed for a walk out basement which is practically unheard of with how close they are to the water. Their view is fantastic, and the goal was of course to take advantage of the view from all three levels. The positioning of the windows on the main and upper levels is such that you feel as if you are on a boat, water as far as the eye can see. They were striving for a Hamptons / Coastal, casual, architectural style. The finished product is just over 6,200 square feet and includes 2 master suites, 2 guest bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, sunroom, home bar, home gym, dedicated seasonal gear / equipment storage, table tennis game room, sauna, and bonus room above the attached garage. All the exterior finishes are low maintenance, vinyl, and composite materials to withstand the blowing sands from the Lake Michigan shoreline.

Sport Court In Backyard

Big Rock Landscaping

This tennis court doubles as a basketball court, making it a fun place to exercise and play with family and friends.
This is an example of a traditional home gym in Salt Lake City.

Snug Harbor

Brandon Architects, Inc.

Contemporary home gym in Orange County with grey walls and carpet.

2010 Tour of Remodeled Homes

Kaufman Construction Design and Build

Design ideas for a contemporary indoor sport court in Other with beige walls and light hardwood floors.

Boxing Gym with in-ceiling speaker installation

World Wide Stereo

Karen Tropea
Inspiration for a large traditional multipurpose gym in Philadelphia with white walls and blue floor.

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Olivier Chabaud Architecte - Paris & Luberon

Olivier Chabaud
Design ideas for a modern home gym in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and exposed beam.

Gym/Kid Space

Angus McCaffrey

Contemporary home gym in San Francisco.

Restoration Hardware Branded Home

Mary Cook

Inspiration for an industrial home gym in Detroit.

Luxurious Private Residence -- Laguna Beach, CA

Passione

Eric Figge
This is an example of an expansive contemporary multipurpose gym in Orange County with white walls and light hardwood floors.

Blue Home Gym Design Ideas

A home gym can be a worthwhile investment, helping you maintain a healthy lifestyle, and saving you money in the long-run, too. All you need is a small exercise nook or a spare room that can be stocked with gym equipment. Strapped for cash? Workouts at home needn’t cost a cent; just throw down an exercise mat at the foot of your bed and voila. Home gym equipment can be large and bulky – a cross trainer, rowing machine or bench press, for example, will dominate most rooms. There are, however, alternative options for getting fit. Before you start planning the space, decide on what you actually enjoy doing, and what equipment you will get the most use out of. Depending on your budget and interests, you could have a yoga studio, meditation room, weights room, basketball court or even a dance studio. Browse the photos on Houzz for ideas and inspiration for home gyms, and save your favourites to an ideabook. Once you're ready, you can find the architect or interior designer to help bring your vision to life.

What kind of home gym should I have?

To get the most out of your home gym, plan a space that will allow you to incorporate many different fitness regimes. A spare room can be transformed into a hub for aerobics, yoga, pilates, kickboxing, dancing and cardio – just add timber floorboards or rubber flooring, a mirrored wall, an exercise machine, some dumbbells, a TV and a killer sound system. This way, there’s something for the whole family. If you have the space and enjoy doing specific workouts, consider making a specialty room like a yoga studio.

How do I create a double-duty exercise room?

Make the most of your home gym by making it a dual-purpose room. You could combine your gym with an office space, playroom, guest bedroom or garage, for example. Consider which space is most practical. A treadmill in your bedroom won’t be ideal if you workout at the crack of dawn while your partner is still sleeping; likewise, you won’t want to lift weights in a garage that turns into a sweatbox in the summer because it isn’t insulated.

What kind of home gym equipment do I need?

Again, this depends on what you enjoy doing most. Yoga mats, dumbbells and punching bags are popular purchases, or you could splurge on big-ticket items like a treadmill or multi-functional home gym system. Additional extras to help get you in the zone include a sound system, wall-mounted TV, as well as a mini bar to store cold drinks. Don’t forget to allow for efficient ventilation and cooling.