This is a closer view of the first seating arrangement in front of the fireplace. Photo by Michael Hunter.
Large transitional open concept family room in Dallas with grey walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

This home at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove is a fine illustration of how rustic can be comfortable and contemporary. Postcard from Paris provided all of the exterior and interior specifications as well as furnished the home. The firm achieved the modern rustic look through an effective combination of reclaimed hardwood floors, stone and brick surfaces, and iron lighting with clean, streamlined plumbing, tile, cabinetry, and furnishings. Among the standout elements in the home are the reclaimed hardwood oak floors, brick barrel vaulted ceiling in the kitchen, suspended glass shelves in the terrace-level bar, and the stainless steel Lacanche range. Rachael Boling Photography

Soggiorno Piano Terra - Post Opera
Large country open concept family room in Florence with brick floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, vaulted and panelled walls.

This is an example of a traditional family room in DC Metro with beige walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

German shmear plaster treatment revived this drab red brick fireplace by our project installation coordinator Ryan. We added 3 vintage art pieces, Italian ceramic bull, clients candle stick and concrete vase with succulent.

This 1964 Preston Hollow home was in the perfect location and had great bones but was not perfect for this family that likes to entertain. They wanted to open up their kitchen up to the den and entry as much as possible, as it was small and completely closed off. They needed significant wine storage and they did want a bar area but not where it was currently located. They also needed a place to stage food and drinks outside of the kitchen. There was a formal living room that was not necessary and a formal dining room that they could take or leave. Those spaces were opened up, the previous formal dining became their new home office, which was previously in the master suite. The master suite was completely reconfigured, removing the old office, and giving them a larger closet and beautiful master bathroom. The game room, which was converted from the garage years ago, was updated, as well as the bathroom, that used to be the pool bath. The closet space in that room was redesigned, adding new built-ins, and giving us more space for a larger laundry room and an additional mudroom that is now accessible from both the game room and the kitchen! They desperately needed a pool bath that was easily accessible from the backyard, without having to walk through the game room, which they had to previously use. We reconfigured their living room, adding a full bathroom that is now accessible from the backyard, fixing that problem. We did a complete overhaul to their downstairs, giving them the house they had dreamt of! As far as the exterior is concerned, they wanted better curb appeal and a more inviting front entry. We changed the front door, and the walkway to the house that was previously slippery when wet and gave them a more open, yet sophisticated entry when you walk in. We created an outdoor space in their backyard that they will never want to leave! The back porch was extended, built a full masonry fireplace that is surrounded by a wonderful seating area, including a double hanging porch swing. The outdoor kitchen has everything they need, including tons of countertop space for entertaining, and they still have space for a large outdoor dining table. The wood-paneled ceiling and the mix-matched pavers add a great and unique design element to this beautiful outdoor living space. Scapes Incorporated did a fabulous job with their backyard landscaping, making it a perfect daily escape. They even decided to add turf to their entire backyard, keeping minimal maintenance for this busy family. The functionality this family now has in their home gives the true meaning to Living Better Starts Here™.

Small country enclosed family room in New York with a standard fireplace, no tv and brick floors.

This sunroom addition brings in lots of light with the clerestory windows and skylights. The finishes and fabrics offer a hint of Summer at the Ocean, with their colors and patterns.

Country enclosed family room in DC Metro with a standard fireplace, no tv, yellow walls, brick floors, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic open concept family room in Hamburg with beige walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, red floor and exposed beam.

Photo of a traditional family room in Cleveland with brick floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Mid-sized mediterranean enclosed family room in Milan with white walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean open concept family room in Phoenix with beige walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Stefano Zumstein
This is an example of a mediterranean family room in Florence with brick floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Mid-sized traditional open concept family room in Other with beige walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and coffered.

Mirador Builders
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional open concept family room in Houston with grey walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

This is an example of a traditional family room in Boston with a game room, blue walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, multi-coloured floor and decorative wall panelling.

Large mediterranean open concept family room in Los Angeles with white walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional family room in New Orleans with brown walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and red floor.