Introduction
Family rooms tend to be the most used space in the house. They are used for movie nights, homework, and entertaining guests. Because of all this, family rooms tend to be designed last. The coffee tables and seats are placed where ever there is space for them. Family rooms can look disorganized and messy.
When designing family rooms, Angie Homes keeps all of this in mind. Family room designs have to be able to do multiple things. They have to be able to store the families' belongings and look organized, be able to host and entertain guests, and still be comfortable for the family to lounge in. All of these things have to be able to be designed and organized to work together.
This guide will show multiple designs of family rooms that Angie Homes has created. There will be designs showing how to achieve a cozy family room, how to plan a family room efficiently, and how to design a family room to incorporate storage and to be aesthetically pleasing. This guide will show how Angie Homes helps clients at every step of the design process from the first idea to the completion of the project.
Combining textured cushions with a soft rug and throw adds warmth and can be done quickly with no major changes to your furniture.
· Colors can also set the tone. Cool, sharp colors can be replaced with warm colors to create an inviting space.
· Arranging your seating to face each other creates a more social space than a seating arrangement that focuses on a single screen.
· Decorations can also be personal. Photographs and books can add character to a space.
· Lighting can also set the tone. Warm lighting can replace harsh lighting to create a more relaxed space.
· Everything can be arranged to create a space that can be used every day, but looks nice when guests come to visit.
Customized Family Room Designs for Modern Living
There are a wide variety of modern households, and family room design has moved away from a single standard to reflect this.
· Multi-generational design - Family rooms often have to balance the seating needs of the young and old with different comfort and accessibility requirements.
· Work from home - Flexible furniture or a desk nook is often needed to design a family room that can also function as a temporary workspace.
· Pet-friendly design - Easily cleanable and tough materials are a must to replace fabrics with in a pet-owning family.
Flexible Furniture Arrangements
Modular sofas and seating that can be moved around help reconfigure the room for different occasions, like a cozy family night or a big get together.
Reflecting Personal Style
Instead of following trends in decor, real concepts in design incorporate the preferences of the members of the household, including their color choices and material selections.
The goal of design is not to make a blanket assumption about how a family lives. It is to take each unique situation and make it functionally liveable.
Thoughtful Space Planning
The difference between family room design that works and one that does not is usually in the space planning, not the individual pieces of furniture.
1. Measure after determining the dimensions of the space. Oversized furniture can make a small space feel even smaller and lost, undersized furniture feels lost altogether.
2. Be sure to leave a path through the room. Adequate space between pieces of furniture makes a room feel less closed in and more inviting.
3. In an open plan space, functionally separating zones makes a space feel organized and less chaotic.
4. Make sure there is extra seating for when the family has guests, but consider how the furniture can be rearranged to make space for it.
5. Proportion and scale of the furniture should be in harmony with the size of the room. Too much furniture makes a room feel small and poorly designed.
Well-thought-out space planning can make the difference between a family room where the seating looks like it was placed naturally, and one where it seems as though there's something slightly wrong, even if the furniture is excellent.
Furniture Layouts for the Family Room
The layout of a family room affects both the look and the function of the space.
- Seating arranged for conversation - Making all the seating face each other rather than a screen helps create a setting where people are naturally inclined to talk to each other.
- Appropriate coffee tables - The function and balance of a seating arrangement is disrupted if the coffee table is too small or large.
- Accent chairs - Lighter seating can be moved around to provide more flexibility to a seating arrangement.
- Furniture with storage - Consoles and ottomans can be used to provide extra storage and help reduce clutter.
- Proper rug placement - A large enough area rug can help define the seating area in an open floor plan.
The best family room layouts are a good balance of all the seating being arranged for conversation, and providing a space that is comfortable to use on a daily basis, without being too stiff and formal.
Designs for Media Walls and Entertainment Units
The media wall and entertainment unit are typically the most prominent features of a family room, so they deserve a good design plan.
- Television units mounted on walls - Freestanding units can often be too bulky. Mounting the unit can also provide a better place to route the electronics.
Integrated storage media walls: A thoughtful design that incorporates shelving, cabinets, and television display surfaces.
Backlit media wall panels: Dynamic and layered design can be achieved by adding ambient lighting behind or around the media unit.
Accent walls: Unique designs for media walls can include wood paneling or other textured walls or even wallpaper.
Hidden technology: Cabinet doors or sliding panels can conceal speakerfiness, gaming consoles, and other unsightly entertainment system accessories.
A well-designed media wall can be the focal point of a room while serving its primary function of organizing the entertainment system.
Ambient Lighting Ideas
Lighting has a large impact on the mood of a space, especially in family room design where you may want to move away from the standard practice of relying on one central light fixture.
- Ambient lighting: Provides general illumination for typical activities in a space.
- Task lighting: Used for specific activities and can be placed near a workstation.
- Accent lighting: Wall sconces and LED strips behind media walls can be used to add depth and interest to a design.
- Dimmetable fixtures: Allow control over the overall lighting level to suit the function of the space and the time of day.
- Natural light considerations - Sheer curtains or blinds that can be adjusted throughout the day can help keep a consistent level of privacy while allowing in more light.
One of the best ways to improve the mood of your family room is to thoughtfully layer your lighting. This can be a great way to improve the look of your family room on a budget.
Practical Storage Solutions for Clutter-Free Spaces
Storage can make the difference between a family room that is calm and organized and one that feels cluttered, no matter how nice the furniture is.
- Built-in shelving units - Custom-fitted shelving can provide a clean look while giving you more storage space.
- Ottomans and storage benches - Dual-purpose furniture can store blankets and other miscellaneous items.
- Console tables with drawers - Can store items that would otherwise clutter the family room.
- Media unit cabinets - Can store electronics and other miscellaneous items to give a cleaner look to the family room.
- Decorative baskets and bins - Can store toys and other miscellaneous items to give a cleaner look to the family room.
The goal of any storage system should be to provide a way to easily put items away and take them out so they can be used frequently.
Premium Finishes and Décor for a Timeless Look
The choice of materials and finishes can affect the look of a family room design for a long time.
- Quality upholstery fabrics - Items upholstered with better quality fabric can keep their look longer than items with lower quality fabric.
- Natural materials - Items made with natural materials can keep their look longer than heavily trending material choices.
- Using adaptable neutral bases allows for the easy addition and removal of seasonal or trendy accents, which helps keep a design from looking outdated.
- Using one or two statement decor pieces can add character to a design and can be changed easily if a complete room redesign is not required. Examples include art, light fixtures, and chairs.
- Good design is noticeable in the small details. Using good quality hardware, or furniture that is properly proportioned can help create a space that looks like it was carefully designed instead of being put together haphazardly.
Family Room Design and Implementation Services
There is more to designing a family room than selecting furniture. You have to consider the layout, the materials, the lighting, and the final accessories. We can help you with all of this.
We can help you with the first steps of designing a family room by creating a space plan and furnishing it, and then help you with the final steps of designing a family room by selecting the lighting, adding the final accessories, and providing storage solutions.
We can help take the stress out of redesigning your family room, or help you update your family room with new furniture and lighting, by providing the services you need to complete these tasks.
Conclusion
A lot happens in a family room, and it requires a lot of a design. The right design can make a family room a beautiful and useful addition to the house. From creating a warm and inviting atmosphere to smart space planning, functional furniture layouts, media walls, layers of lighting, storage, and high-end finishes, all elements combine to make a family room work for the different ways a family uses the different spaces in the house.
Angie Homes offers a variety of solutions for family room interiors, and they help at every step of the way from coming up with the first idea to the last step of implementation to ensure that all the elements of the design be cohesive. Whether you want to transform your entire family room or just improve a couple of areas, doing it all at once is better and more worthwhile than doing it piece by piece.
FAQ’s
Q. What family room interior solutions do you offer?
We provide a variety of family room interior solutions including space planning, furniture layout design, entertainment unit and media wall design, lighting design, storage solutions, and high-end finishing and décor, assisting you at every step of the way from concept to completion.
Q. Can the family room design be customized to suit our lifestyle?
Yes, your family room design can be created with your entire household in mind, including children, older family members, pets, those who work from home, and your personal preferences of style, to ensure the final design perfectly fits how your family lives.
Q. Do you provide entertainment unit and media wall designs?
Yes, designing entertainment units and media walls is part of our family room design service, where we provide design solutions for wall-mounted television units and integrated storage, as well as backlit panels and hidden technology to provide a clean and unified look.
Q. How do you maximize comfort and functionality in family rooms?
By using smart space planning and layered lighting, along with practical storage and high quality materials, we can create a family room that is beautifully designed andcapable of supporting the entire family and helping them to maintain order in the home.
Is your family room due for an update? Then head on over to Angie Homes to see their interior solutions that provide style, comfort and functionality for the whole family.