Picture Perfect House
Design ideas for a large transitional open concept family room in Chicago with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

John Goldstein www.JohnGoldstein.net
Photo of a large traditional open concept family room in Toronto with a stone fireplace surround, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

This is an example of a transitional open concept family room in Chicago with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and coffered.

This project incorporated the main floor of the home. The existing kitchen was narrow and dated, and closed off from the rest of the common spaces. The client’s wish list included opening up the space to combine the dining room and kitchen, create a more functional entry foyer, and update the dark sunporch to be more inviting. The concept resulted in swapping the kitchen and dining area, creating a perfect flow from the entry through to the sunporch. A double-sided stone-clad fireplace divides the great room and sunporch, highlighting the new vaulted ceiling. The old wood paneling on the walls was removed and reclaimed wood beams were added to the ceiling. The single door to the patio was replaced with a double door. New furniture and accessories in shades of blue and gray is at home in this bright and airy family room.

IRONWOOD STUDIO
Inspiration for a large transitional open concept family room in Cincinnati with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a corner tv and brown floor.

Design ideas for a large transitional open concept family room in New York with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Great room inside this version of our "Olive" design. The room is neutral overall with flashes of brilliant color like in those kobalt blue chairs. The stone fireplace is an eye catcher, as are the exposed whitewashed timbers of the cathedral ceiling overhead. Sitting aside the slopes of Windham Ski Resort in the Catskills, this is a stunning example of what happens when everything gels — from the homeowners’ vision, the property, the design, the decorating, and the workmanship involved throughout.

These clients came to my office looking for an architect who could design their "empty nest" home that would be the focus of their soon to be extended family. A place where the kids and grand kids would want to hang out: with a pool, open family room/ kitchen, garden; but also one-story so there wouldn't be any unnecessary stairs to climb. They wanted the design to feel like "old Pasadena" with the coziness and attention to detail that the era embraced. My sensibilities led me to recall the wonderful classic mansions of San Marino, so I designed a manor house clad in trim Bluestone with a steep French slate roof and clean white entry, eave and dormer moldings that would blend organically with the future hardscape plan and thoughtfully landscaped grounds. The site was a deep, flat lot that had been half of the old Joan Crawford estate; the part that had an abandoned swimming pool and small cabana. I envisioned a pavilion filled with natural light set in a beautifully planted park with garden views from all sides. Having a one-story house allowed for tall and interesting shaped ceilings that carved into the sheer angles of the roof. The most private area of the house would be the central loggia with skylights ensconced in a deep woodwork lattice grid and would be reminiscent of the outdoor “Salas” found in early Californian homes. The family would soon gather there and enjoy warm afternoons and the wonderfully cool evening hours together. Working with interior designer Jeffrey Hitchcock, we designed an open family room/kitchen with high dark wood beamed ceilings, dormer windows for daylight, custom raised panel cabinetry, granite counters and a textured glass tile splash. Natural light and gentle breezes flow through the many French doors and windows located to accommodate not only the garden views, but the prevailing sun and wind as well. The graceful living room features a dramatic vaulted white painted wood ceiling and grand fireplace flanked by generous double hung French windows and elegant drapery. A deeply cased opening draws one into the wainscot paneled dining room that is highlighted by hand painted scenic wallpaper and a barrel vaulted ceiling. The walnut paneled library opens up to reveal the waterfall feature in the back garden. Equally picturesque and restful is the view from the rotunda in the master bedroom suite. Architect: Ward Jewell Architect, AIA Interior Design: Jeffrey Hitchcock Enterprises Contractor: Synergy General Contractors, Inc. Landscape Design: LZ Design Group, Inc. Photography: Laura Hull

Custom, floating walnut shelving and lower cabinets/book shelves work for display, hiding video equipment and dog toys, too! Thibaut aqua blue grasscloth sets it all off in a very soothing way. Photo by: Melodie Hayes

Photography: Dustin Halleck
Photo of a transitional family room in Chicago with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Contemporary farmhouse living room, carpet covers the floor, a bar in the corner, contemporary fireplace, and huge relaxation chairs.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed family room in New York with a home bar, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

The focal point in the family room is the unmistakable yet restrained marble- clad fireplace surround. The modernity of the mantle contrasts the traditional-styled ship lap above. Floating shelves in a natural finish are used to display family memories while the enclosed cabinets offer ample storage.

Inviting family room with exposed stained beams and pocketing sliding doors. The doors disappear into the walls for a indoor outdoor experience.
Inspiration for an expansive beach style open concept family room in San Francisco with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and exposed beam.

Architecture, Interior Design, Custom Furniture Design & Art Curation by Chango & Co.
This is an example of a large traditional open concept family room in New York with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

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Photo of a large transitional open concept family room in Orange County with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and a wall-mounted tv.

The fireplace wall was created from oversize porcelain slabs to achieve a back-to-back fluid pattern not corrupted by grout. This product was supplied by Modern Tile & Carpet and put together like an intricate jigsaw puzzle around a hearth.

Eclectic & Transitional Home, Family Room, Photography by Susie Brenner
Inspiration for a large eclectic open concept family room in Denver with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Large country enclosed family room in Detroit with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

The 20 ft. vaulted ceiling in this family room demanded an updated focal point. A new gas fireplace insert with a sleek modern design was the perfect compliment to the 10 ft. wide stacked stone fireplace. The handmade, custom mantel is rustic, yet simple and compliments the marble stacked stone as well as the ebony stained hardwood floors.