The lounge & TV area in our showroom houses a bespoke built-in TV unit with shelving & storage surround. Across the way is our custom-made sofa & cushions, with fabric wall-panelling behind.

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Design ideas for a contemporary family room in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Design and photo: Clever Home Design LLC Contractor: Slachta Home Improvement (www.slachtahomeimprovement.com)
Photo of a small contemporary enclosed family room in New York with grey walls, medium hardwood floors and a freestanding tv.

Was previously a red brick wood burning fireplace with a matching hearth. We refaced with MDF, Marble subway tile, Spectacular leather finished granite. The gas insert is a Kozy Heat Chaska 34, and the T.V. is a 4K Vizio. The flooring is BELLAWOOD 3/4" x 3-1/4" Select Brazilian Chestnut.

Expansive transitional open concept family room in DC Metro with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

This home is a bachelor’s dream, but it didn’t start that way. It began with a young man purchasing his first single-family home in Westlake Village. The house was dated from the late 1980s, dark, and closed off. In other words, it felt like a man cave — not a home. It needed a masculine makeover. He turned to his friend, who spoke highly of their experience with us. We had remodeled and designed their home, now known as the “Oak Park Soiree.” The result of this home’s new, open floorplan assured him we could provide the same flow and functionality to his own home. He put his trust in our hands, and the construction began. The entry of our client’s original home had no “wow factor.” As you walked in, you noticed a staircase enclosed by a wall, making the space feel bulky and uninviting. Our team elevated the entry by designing a new modern staircase with a see-through railing. We even took advantage of the area under the stairs by building a wine cellar underneath it… because wine not? Down the hall, the kitchen and family room used to be separated by a wall. The kitchen lacked countertop and storage space, and the family room had a high ceiling open to the second floor. This floorplan didn’t function well with our client’s lifestyle. He wanted one large space that allowed him to entertain family and friends while at the same time, not having to worry about noise traveling upstairs. Our architects crafted a new floorplan to make the kitchen, breakfast nook, and family room flow together as a great room. We removed the obstructing wall and enclosed the high ceiling above the family room by building a new loft space above. The kitchen area of the great room is now the heart of the home! Our client and his guests have plenty of space to gather around the oversized island with additional seating. The walls are surrounded by custom Crystal cabinetry, and the countertops glisten with Vadara quartz, providing ample cooking and storage space. To top it all off, we installed several new appliances, including a built-in fridge and coffee machine, a Miele 48-inch range, and a beautifully designed boxed ventilation hood with brass strapping and contrasting color. There is now an effortless transition from the kitchen to the family room, where your eyes are drawn to the newly centered, linear fireplace surrounded by floating shelves. Its backlighting spotlights the purposefully placed symmetrical décor inside it. Next to this focal point lies a LaCantina bi-fold door leading to the backyard’s sparkling new pool and additional outdoor living space. Not only does the wide door create a seamless transition to the outside, but it also brings an abundance of natural light into the home. Once in need of a masculine makeover, this home’s sexy black and gold finishes paired with additional space for wine and guests to have a good time make it a bachelor’s dream. Photographer: Andrew Orozco

Fotografin: Mirjam Fruscella http://www.fruscella.de/index.php?page=contact

Large great room with floating beam detail. fireplace with rustic timber mantle and shiplap detail.
Inspiration for a beach style open concept family room in Other with a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey walls, dark hardwood floors and a ribbon fireplace.

This is an example of a transitional family room in Grand Rapids with grey walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Inspiration for a traditional family room in San Francisco with a game room, grey walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Photo of a large contemporary open concept family room in Baltimore with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

A soothing, neutral palette for an open, airy family room. Upholstered furnishings by Lee Industries, drapery fabric by Kravet, coffee table by Centry, mirror by Restoration Hardware, chandelier by Currey & Co., paint color is Benjamin Moore Grey Owl.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional enclosed family room in St Louis with a library, grey walls and dark hardwood floors.

An open living room removes barriers within the house so you can all be together, even when you're apart. We partnered with Jennifer Allison Design on this project. Her design firm contacted us to paint the entire house - inside and out. Images are used with permission. You can contact her at (310) 488-0331 for more information.

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Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional open concept family room in Nashville with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

The same shaker-style Grabill cabinetry was installed in the adjacent family room but stained in a rich dark tone to create variety in the home. Tall cabinets flank the grand fireplace allowing it to be the focal point in the room. Light-toned stacked ledger stone was installed around the fireplace surround to contrast the dark-tone cabinets. Open shelving was designed on each side to display the homeowner’s favorite belongings, while keeping this custom-made furniture piece from appearing to heavy and overbearing. A sense of balance is created through this symmetrical design of these built-ins, allowing for an overall striking and polished design.

Inspiration for a mediterranean family room in Miami with grey walls, dark hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Transitional family room in Chicago with grey walls.

Photography by Ron Ruscio
Design ideas for a traditional family room in Denver with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.