Mid-sized country open concept family room in Other with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a corner tv, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Sims-Lohman designer, Joe Chapman just recently partnered with custom builder Radian Homes to design some GREAT features in this home. Areas focused on were the kitchen, master, powder, laundry, bar, and this nice built-ins great room.

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Mid-sized industrial open concept family room in Paris with a library, grey walls, ceramic floors, a wood stove, a corner tv, grey floor and brick walls.

This Living Room is open to the Kitchen and the dining room. Photo Credit: Howard Builders
This is an example of a transitional family room in Raleigh with medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a corner tv.

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This is an example of a large eclectic enclosed family room in Los Angeles with grey walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and a corner tv.

This home addition didn't go according to plan... and that's a good thing. Here's why. Family is really important to the Nelson's. But the small kitchen and living room in their 30 plus-year-old house meant crowded holidays for all the children and grandchildren. It was easy to see that a major home remodel was needed. The problem was the Nelson's didn't know anyone who had a great experience with a builder. The Nelson's connected with ALL Renovation & Design at a home show in York, PA, but it wasn't until after sitting down with several builders and going over preliminary designs that it became clear that Amos listened and cared enough to guide them through the project in a way that would achieve their goals perfectly. So work began on a new addition with a “great room” and a master bedroom with a master bathroom. That's how it started. But the project didn't go according to plan. Why? Because Amos was constantly asking, “What would make you 100% satisfied.” And he meant it. For example, when Mrs. Nelson realized how much she liked the character of the existing brick chimney, she didn't want to see it get covered up. So plans changed mid-stride. But we also realized that the brick wouldn't fit with the plan for a stone fireplace in the new family room. So plans changed there as well, and brick was ordered to match the chimney. It was truly a team effort that produced a beautiful addition that is exactly what the Nelson's wanted... or as Mrs. Nelson said, “...even better, more beautiful than we envisioned.” For Christmas, the Nelson's were able to have the entire family over with plenty of room for everyone. Just what they wanted. The outside of the addition features GAF architectural shingles in Pewter, Certainteed Mainstreet D4 Shiplap in light maple, and color-matching bricks. Inside the great room features the Armstrong Prime Harvest Oak engineered hardwood in a natural finish, Masonite 6-panel pocket doors, a custom sliding pine barn door, and Simonton 5500 series windows. The master bathroom cabinetry was made to match the bedroom furniture set, with a cultured marble countertop from Countertec, and tile flooring.

Inspiration for a large country open concept family room in Nashville with a game room, blue walls, ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a corner tv and beige floor.

Updated a dark and dated family room to a bright, airy and fresh modern farmhouse style. The unique angled sofa was reupholstered in a fresh pet and family friendly Krypton fabric and contrasts fabulously with the Pottery Barn swivel chairs done in a deep grey/green velvet. Glass topped accent tables keep the space open and bright and air a bit of formality to the casual farmhouse feel of the greywash wicker coffee table. The original built-ins were a cramped and boxy old style and were redesigned into lower counter- height shaker cabinets topped with a rich walnut and paired with custom walnut floating shelves and mantle. Durable and pet friendly carpet was a must for this cozy hang-out space, it's a patterned low-pile Godfrey Hirst in the Misty Morn color. The fireplace went from an orange hued '80s brick with bright brass to an ultra flat white with black accents.

Design ideas for a small midcentury enclosed family room in Seattle with beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and a corner tv.

Inspiration for a country family room in Other with yellow walls, a standard fireplace and a corner tv.

If you are googling about picking wall art for your home, then you probably fall into one of two categories. Either your walls are way too bare, or they're smothered in outdated and generic artwork that doesn't represent you anymore! Don’t worry – neither of these situations have to last forever, and there are plenty of stylish ways to make sure that your personality gets to shine in your room decor as well as in the rest of your life! Just follow these 8 wall art ideas from our bedroom designer below, and get ready to be the star of your own show! 1) Blank Walls can be Fun If you're online researching how to buy any sort of wall art for your home, then you fall into one of two categories. It seems either your walls are bare, or your art isn't fitting. Either way, it doesn't represent you! But blank walls don’t have to be boring. In fact, they can be a canvas for you to express your unique personality. 2) Create an eye-catching Statement Piece A big, bold piece of wall art is the perfect way to make a statement in your room. But if you’re not careful, it can also look like you’re trying too hard. The key is to find a piece that reflects your personality and style, without being too over-the-top. 3) Hang something Larger than Life Go big or go home, right? Especially when it comes to wall art. Hanging a large piece of artwork will make a huge impact in your room. It’ll be the first thing people see when they walk in, and it’ll set the tone for the rest of your decor. Plus, it’s a great way to fill up a large wall space. Just make sure you pick a piece that you really love – you’ll be looking at it every day. For further Inspiration you can check out Wall Art Ideas from Unique-Canvas.com to decorate your Room. 4) Use a Vibrant Focal Point A focal point is a great way to add drama and interest to a room. It can be anything from a piece of wall art to a piece of furniture. In this case, we’re going to focus on wall art. A vibrant focal point will add color and life to your room. Making a statement and displaying your personality is easy with this. 5) Smaller is Better People often make the mistake of thinking that they need large, expensive pieces of art to fill up a large, empty wall. But the truth is, sometimes all you need is a small piece of art that packs a big punch. A small piece of art can be more intimate and personal, and it can also be less expensive. So if you’re looking for wall art ideas that are both unique and budget-friendly, try looking for smaller pieces! 6) Get Personal When it comes to wall art, the most important thing is that it speaks to you on a personal level. You should let your home reflect who you are and what you love! 7) Adorn yourself with Soulful Quotes A great way to show off your personality is with soulful quotes. Pick out a few of your favourites and have them printed on canvas. You can hang them up in your room or office as a daily reminder of what’s important to you. 8) Add some Colourful Décor Pieces A blank wall is like a blank canvas—it’s begging to be filled with something colorful and eye-catching! That said, if you're still unsure of where to start, don't worry. We’ve got eight wall art ideas that will help you decorate your room and bring out your personality. Final Thought No matter what your style is, you can find wall art that represents you. The key is to take your time searching for the right piece, and don’t be afraid to step outside your comfort zone.

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style open concept family room in Other with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a corner tv.

I had a blast styling my client's fireplace! Working off of the rustic style that already defined my client's home, I brought in accessories in varying materials, textures, and colors. The raw wood candlesticks and wrought iron hurricanes play perfectly with the natural stone fireplace, while the white ceramic bottles give contrast in size and texture to the candlesticks. Lastly, the true focal point is the vibrant butterfly print on handmade paper and framed inside an aged silver frame.

L'abitazione di circa 75mq è stato oggetto di un'intervento per dare un nuovo aspetto all'ingresso dell'appartamento. Lo studio si è focalizzato sulla realizzazione di una controparete che ospitasse pieni e vuoti come elementi di arredo, associando un particolare progetto delle luci per dare movimento e carattere all'intera parete.

Our clients asked us to create flow in this large family home. We made sure every room related to one another by using a common color palette. Challenging window placements were dressed with beautiful decorative grilles that added contrast to a light palette. Photo: Jenn Verrier Photography

Family room with views of the foothills across the street. A gorgeous two-sided fireplace separates the family room from the entry and dining room while still giving it an open feel. Photo Credit: StudioQphoto.com

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Mid-sized contemporary open concept family room in Orange County with a library, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a corner tv.

Mid-sized transitional loft-style family room in Calgary with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a corner tv.

Inspiration for a beach style family room in Florence with blue walls, a corner tv and grey floor.