Family Room Design Photos

A family room – also referred to as a rumpus room or games room – is more casual and informal than a living room. Designed for relaxation and entertainment, it’s the go-to spot to kick back, watch TV, play music or while away hours playing a gaming console. Because it serves multiple functions, it often requires lots of storage space for the likes of DVDs, books and toys, and should be able to include everything from a comfy couch and occasional chairs to a TV, entertainment unit, desk and bookshelf.

When you're planning your home and aren't sure where to start, the right architect can help you plan the space, and a cabinet maker can work with you to build customised storage options for your family needs. Below are some tips to get you started. Have a read and start saving some ideas for your project!

What storage should I include in my family room or rumpus?

Before you start buying furniture and decorating, look at your storage needs. If you have young kids, built-in cabinets, toy boxes or chests can help store toys that would otherwise be littered across the floor or stuffed inside the couch. Families with movie buffs or gaming enthusiasts will also need cabinets that are capable of stowing and concealing small electronics like DVD players and game consoles. And, if someone is still studying in your home, an office desk with drawers or a file cabinet is a worthy investment that will encourage good work habits.

How can I decorate my rumpus room?

The family room is often tucked away from more formal areas, so use the opportunity to get creative with your furniture and decor. Key furniture items, such as your couch and entertainment unit, are best kept neutral, so they can outlast any interior updates, while armchairs, coffee tables and any storage solutions can be more offbeat. Add colourful accessories to brighten up the space, and remember you can always swap these out should you get sick of your colour scheme. Curtains, rugs, throws and pillows are an easy way to add colour, while mirrors, floor or table lamps and ceiling lights will help bounce light throughout the space. Wall-hung artwork is a temporary way to add style and character, or you could be brave and add a colourful accent wall instead. As the main living space in your home, your rumpus room should be welcoming and personality-filled, so be sure to decorate it with personal knickknacks and family photos, too.

Design ideas for a transitional open concept family room in Sydney with white walls, a standard fireplace and a built-in media wall.

Livistona

By Volantes Decorating Service

Design ideas for a transitional open concept family room in Sydney with white walls, a standard fireplace and a built-in media wall.
Armchairs - britta_melb

This is an example of a beach style family room in Gold Coast - Tweed.

Byron Bay

By Raffpics

Don Raffaele
This is an example of a beach style family room in Gold Coast - Tweed.
Blinds. Wall head could be left and used to mount division between living and sleeping/utility - webuser_63944458778314112

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Contemporary family room in Melbourne with white walls, carpet and beige floor.

Lower Plenty

By Dwelling Building Group

Contemporary family room in Melbourne with white walls, carpet and beige floor.
ceiling - ydekker

This is an example of a contemporary loft-style family room in Melbourne with white walls, carpet, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

Residential Church conversion

By Bagnato Architects P/L

Axiom
This is an example of a contemporary loft-style family room in Melbourne with white walls, carpet, a freestanding tv and beige floor.
love this style - robyn_smithwick

This is an example of a beach style open concept family room in Perth with grey walls and light hardwood floors.

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By Ceramiche Supergres

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This is an example of a beach style open concept family room in Perth with grey walls and light hardwood floors.
flooring is really nice, colouring and styling - heike_sassenberg

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Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary family room in Melbourne with white walls, carpet, no fireplace and no tv.

Retreat

By Green Sheep Collective

Emma Cross Photographer http://www.emmacross.com.au/
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary family room in Melbourne with white walls, carpet, no fireplace and no tv.
Carpet Colour, white walls (2nd floor) - mariaglecy_cordero

Inspiration for a modern open concept family room in Melbourne with white walls, a ribbon fireplace and a built-in media wall.

Orrong Road

By FGR Architects

Inspiration for a modern open concept family room in Melbourne with white walls, a ribbon fireplace and a built-in media wall.
use of mirror and plant to create additional feature and space - alan_mikkor

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed family room in Sydney with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding tv, no fireplace and brown floor.

DESIGNER 3 BED RESIDENCE PLUS SELF-CONTAINED STUDIO IN FOREST LODGE

By Pilcher Residential

Pilcher Residential
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed family room in Sydney with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding tv, no fireplace and brown floor.
neutral colors, big doors opening onto small courtyard - liella_katz46

Country enclosed family room in Melbourne with a library, multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Barn House Extension

By Mode Projects

Amorfo Photography
Country enclosed family room in Melbourne with a library, multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.
Love the wall and placement of windows for privacy - amh_22

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Beach style enclosed family room in Sydney with white walls, carpet, a freestanding tv and grey floor.

May Road, Eastwood

By Homes On Trend - Property Styling

Beach style enclosed family room in Sydney with white walls, carpet, a freestanding tv and grey floor.
lounge room - wendy_rapson

Inspiration for a transitional open concept family room in Melbourne with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Malvern Residence

By White Sparrow

Inspiration for a transitional open concept family room in Melbourne with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.
shelves - webuser_709419301

Photo of a contemporary enclosed family room in Sydney with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a concealed tv.

Balmoral House

By William Mallat Photographer

Photo of a contemporary enclosed family room in Sydney with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a concealed tv.

Photo of a beach style family room in Sydney.

Gidgets - Hawks Nest

By Live by the Sea Photography

Live by the Sea Photography
Photo of a beach style family room in Sydney.
This could be our rumpus room until we get a pooltable - kathy_tenison

Mid-sized contemporary open concept family room in Geelong with white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Interior Photography

By CK Real Estate Photography

CK Real Estate Photography ~ Geelong
Mid-sized contemporary open concept family room in Geelong with white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.
rug big enough to separate whole area - danzaarour

Design ideas for a contemporary family room in Sydney.

Balmain

By SMARTHOMEWORKS

Design ideas for a contemporary family room in Sydney.
Furniture - bakeria19

Design ideas for a contemporary family room in Perth with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Barcelona Road - Dale Alcock

By Crib Creative

Dale Alcock
Design ideas for a contemporary family room in Perth with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.