The combination of a Room and Board console and vintage lamp give this mid-century inspired home balance. Rich wood tones in the flooring and and the furniture play nicely for a calm palette. Design by Two Hands Interiors.

This expansive contemporary home encompasses four levels with generously proportioned rooms throughout. The brief was to keep the clean minimal look but infuse with colour and texture to create a cosy and welcoming home.

Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept family room in Melbourne with a music area, grey walls, carpet, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Completed wall unit with 3-sided fireplace with floating shelves and LED lighting.
This is an example of a large transitional loft-style family room in Orlando with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Great room with cathedral ceilings and truss details
This is an example of an expansive modern open concept family room in Other with a game room, grey walls, ceramic floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall, grey floor and exposed beam.

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

Modern farmhouse fireplace with stacked stone and a distressed raw edge beam for the mantle.
This is an example of a large country open concept family room in Detroit with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and brown floor.

Velvets, leather, and fur just made sense with this sexy sectional and set of swivel chairs.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept family room in Other with grey walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and wallpaper.

From kitchen looking in to the great room.
Mid-sized traditional open concept family room in Boise with grey walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Transitional family room in Denver with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Uniquely situated on a double lot high above the river, this home stands proudly amongst the wooded backdrop. The homeowner's decision for the two-toned siding with dark stained cedar beams fits well with the natural setting. Tour this 2,000 sq ft open plan home with unique spaces above the garage and in the daylight basement.

Beach style family room in Nashville with grey walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Our custom TV entertainment center sets the stage for this coast chic design. The root coffee table is just a perfect addition!
This is an example of a large beach style open concept family room in Miami with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, brown floor and timber.

This is an example of an expansive modern enclosed family room in Austin with a game room, grey walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style open concept family room in New York with grey walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

This home features a farmhouse aesthetic with contemporary touches like metal accents and colorful art. Designed by our Denver studio. --- Project designed by Denver, Colorado interior designer Margarita Bravo. She serves Denver as well as surrounding areas such as Cherry Hills Village, Englewood, Greenwood Village, and Bow Mar. For more about MARGARITA BRAVO, click here: https://www.margaritabravo.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.margaritabravo.com/portfolio/contemporary-farmhouse-denver/

Photo of a large transitional open concept family room in New York with a library, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wallpaper.

Dark Plank Wall with Floating Media Center
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed family room in Dallas with a wall-mounted tv, grey walls, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

This is an example of a contemporary family room in Florence with grey walls and grey floor.