Fall is coming, and the kids might have to find pursuits. Have you got a place for them to receive their creativity blazing? A location where they won’t be in your way? Basements are great options for game rooms; so are converted attics, guest bedrooms and bonus rooms. You may even converting a living living room or dining room into a kids’ play space. These places do not all have to be solely for your kids to romp around in: They can function as game rooms without always appearing like a kids’ space.
Once you’ve got a room in mind, write down what you may want your kids to be able to do in that room, then think about methods of decorating to make it more entertaining. Here are some ideas to throw around:
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Convert a bonus room into game room for the whole family. Take advantage of the low walls by creating built-in dividers so art supplies and board games can be put away. Ensure to have the space for your ping-pong table that could measure 9′ x 5′. You are able to get tables that fold to escape your way.
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A lot of individuals think about using their front rooms/living rooms as a kid zone. This is the very first room visitors view, and it may get messy. Instead, consider having a rarely-used dining room. I dig the concept of bookcases which may be used as cubbies for holding toys. (Get baskets which fit inside to maintain the small stuff together and off.) Along with the dining table is a fantastic space for art projects, building with Tinker Toys or Legos, as well as homework.
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Turn an upstairs attic into an action area for projects and relaxation. Paint an accent wall a creative colour that designates this area as a fun zone. The bubbly wall treatment is extremely enjoyable.
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Create a cozy game room out of your living room. Make it seem smart with bookcases for heaps of novels. Put a 40- to 50-inch dining table at the middle of the space. This will allow for 4 to 6 seats for playing board games.
I favor a base table to squeeze an extra seat in. Use comfy leather seats for long hours of play time or studying.
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Give your kids some freedom with a computer to do homework, then a round of swimming as a reward. Bonus rooms are great spots for creating a place that’s fun and practical for your kids as they grow.
Maureen Fiori, AKBD, Allied Member ASID, CAPS
If you plan to put in a pool table to a space, measure for the size of the table plus clear space to permit for a cue stick to be put and stroked easily round the dining table. Cue sticks are usually 58 inches . Therefore, if the table is 5′ x 9′, you may add 5 feet (60 inches) all around, which makes the floor space you want 15′ x 19′ feet.
Jamie McNeilis, Accredited Staging Professional
Turn a loft into a rec room for teens to hang out, also for your parents to sponsor get-togethers.
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Horizontal stripes may be another enjoyable wall treatment which is easy to create. Soft colors such as grey blues, chocolates, creams add whimsy without shouting”kids room .”
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A game table may fit readily into an adult environment without taking it over. For a living room with a spacious, calming vibe, try gentle leather couches, rich forests, and neutral paint palette. The foosball table provides a fun component without making this space feel like a sports arena.
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Just had to add this one in since it so cool. A rock wall and basketball hoop! How do I add this space to my home? I shall add it to my honey-do list.
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