My Houzz: A Basketball Court, a Rooftop Kitchen and More in Manhattan

The duo's primary consideration during the design phase was to create a fully-functioning family home. "We are always thinking about our kids", Novogratz explains. "They needed a place to run around in the city, so putting the gym in was a pretty obvious solution. It may be out of the ordinary, but it is better than having your children skateboarding through the kitchen!" The couple's oldest son, Wolfgang, is a champion basketball player. While the court provides him with a place to hone his skills, it doubles as an entertaining space. "We knew we needed to use the space efficiently so it could work for everything", says the designer. From watching movies on a retractable screen, to hosting a 40-guest Thanksgiving dinner, the gym has proved itself as a good move. It has even been a haunted house! Adrienne DeRosa Photography

Meeting Street Residence

Aspect Design Build

Photo of a large contemporary indoor sport court in Minneapolis with black walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Indoor Sport Court with Big Sound

Digital Living

Large traditional indoor sport court in Chicago with black walls and light hardwood floors.

Waterford Residence Lower Level Sport Court

Amy Carman Design

When planning this custom residence, the owners had a clear vision – to create an inviting home for their family, with plenty of opportunities to entertain, play, and relax and unwind. They asked for an interior that was approachable and rugged, with an aesthetic that would stand the test of time. Amy Carman Design was tasked with designing all of the millwork, custom cabinetry and interior architecture throughout, including a private theater, lower level bar, game room and a sport court. A materials palette of reclaimed barn wood, gray-washed oak, natural stone, black windows, handmade and vintage-inspired tile, and a mix of white and stained woodwork help set the stage for the furnishings. This down-to-earth vibe carries through to every piece of furniture, artwork, light fixture and textile in the home, creating an overall sense of warmth and authenticity.

Wellesley Custom Home

Stonehedge Developments

Design ideas for an expansive traditional indoor sport court in Boston with beige walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Medina Sport Court with Exercise and Game Room

MA Peterson Design Build, Inc.

MA Peterson www.mapeterson.com Doors hidden by graffiti open up to lower level game room.
Expansive industrial indoor sport court in Minneapolis with white walls and light hardwood floors.

Paradise Valley, AZ

Nance Construction

Expansive mediterranean indoor sport court in Phoenix with beige walls and light hardwood floors.

Lower Level

Oakley Home Builders

Inspiration for a large modern indoor sport court in Chicago with grey walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Home Gyms

Sport Court of Massachusetts

Custom Indoor home basketball gymnasium. Interlocking Plastic Tile
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional indoor sport court in Boston with light hardwood floors and grey walls.

Scottsdale Residence

Conk Architecture

This is an example of a large modern indoor sport court in Phoenix with light hardwood floors.

Osmond Home

OSMOND DESIGNS

This is an example of an expansive transitional indoor sport court in Salt Lake City with grey walls, beige floor and light hardwood floors.

Traditional Home Gym

Photo of a traditional indoor sport court in Grand Rapids with grey walls, light hardwood floors and yellow floor.

Farmhouse Estate on Long Island

Thompson Raissis Architects

Photo of a large country indoor sport court in New York with white walls and light hardwood floors.

Homes

Weilert Homes

This is an example of a large indoor sport court in Chicago with grey walls and light hardwood floors.

SnapSports® Indoor Home Court -

SnapSports® Athletic Floors & Outdoor Courts

This indoor home basketball court features the patented SnapSports® Maple TuffShield® modular sports flooring. This system looks like wood, plays like wood but is 100% waterproof and simply snaps together with its patent interlocking system. SnapSports is the industry top rated safe play court flooring.

Concord Barn

Carpenter & MacNeille

Photo of a country indoor sport court in Boston with brown walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor, exposed beam, vaulted and wood.

Classic Colonial Revival

James Schettino Architects

This is an example of an expansive indoor sport court in New York with beige walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Basketball Court / GYM

Charco DESIGN & BUILD Inc.

Jim Brady
Large modern indoor sport court in San Diego with multi-coloured walls and light hardwood floors.

Jamestown Modern Farmhouse

DK Homes

Modern Farmhouse designed for entertainment and gatherings. French doors leading into the main part of the home and trim details everywhere. Shiplap, board and batten, tray ceiling details, custom barrel tables are all part of this modern farmhouse design. Half bath with a custom vanity. Clean modern windows. Living room has a fireplace with custom cabinets and custom barn beam mantel with ship lap above. The Master Bath has a beautiful tub for soaking and a spacious walk in shower. Front entry has a beautiful custom ceiling treatment.

Burt Lake Remodel for Functionality

Birchwood Construction Company

Design ideas for a large transitional indoor sport court in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Indoor Sport Court Design Ideas with Light Hardwood Floors

A home gym can be a worthwhile investment, helping you maintain a healthy lifestyle, and saving you money in the long-run, too. All you need is a small exercise nook or a spare room that can be stocked with gym equipment. Strapped for cash? Workouts at home needn’t cost a cent; just throw down an exercise mat at the foot of your bed and voila. Home gym equipment can be large and bulky – a cross trainer, rowing machine or bench press, for example, will dominate most rooms. There are, however, alternative options for getting fit. Before you start planning the space, decide on what you actually enjoy doing, and what equipment you will get the most use out of. Depending on your budget and interests, you could have a yoga studio, meditation room, weights room, basketball court or even a dance studio. Browse the photos on Houzz for ideas and inspiration for home gyms, and save your favourites to an ideabook. Once you're ready, you can find the architect or interior designer to help bring your vision to life.

What kind of home gym should I have?

To get the most out of your home gym, plan a space that will allow you to incorporate many different fitness regimes. A spare room can be transformed into a hub for aerobics, yoga, pilates, kickboxing, dancing and cardio – just add timber floorboards or rubber flooring, a mirrored wall, an exercise machine, some dumbbells, a TV and a killer sound system. This way, there’s something for the whole family. If you have the space and enjoy doing specific workouts, consider making a specialty room like a yoga studio.

How do I create a double-duty exercise room?

Make the most of your home gym by making it a dual-purpose room. You could combine your gym with an office space, playroom, guest bedroom or garage, for example. Consider which space is most practical. A treadmill in your bedroom won’t be ideal if you workout at the crack of dawn while your partner is still sleeping; likewise, you won’t want to lift weights in a garage that turns into a sweatbox in the summer because it isn’t insulated.

What kind of home gym equipment do I need?

Again, this depends on what you enjoy doing most. Yoga mats, dumbbells and punching bags are popular purchases, or you could splurge on big-ticket items like a treadmill or multi-functional home gym system. Additional extras to help get you in the zone include a sound system, wall-mounted TV, as well as a mini bar to store cold drinks. Don’t forget to allow for efficient ventilation and cooling.