Family Room Makeover

9 years ago

I wanted to share the before and after of our family room area. We knocked out the sides to open up those windows and add light back in, added drywall, and covered the main fireplace in the middle since it was our only TV location option. We covered the fireplace with ghost wood and actually insulated it to keep the cool out. The good news is, should we have to sell and someone wants the fireplace BACK, it's easy to remove! I found some black stone for the hearth and added shelving for our "stuff". In the fake fireplace opening, I have logs and candles. It is beautiful at night.

The after shot shows the stairs and railing we just finished also:

I was worried about the dark carpet, but with a dog and doors on both the left and right, it has been the best decision! It also seems warmer in the colder months, even though that is all mental. :-) Doing our own modern railing was a HUGE money saver and we had a lot of fun figuring it all out. It really opens the house and makes it feel new and modern.

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Donna Denney, Independent Interior Designer

9 years ago

Great job! Your space turned out beautiful!

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Mega Builders
9 years ago
Beautifully done!
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Gerety Building and Restoration
9 years ago
What a dramatic update. I think it looks wonderful, and just the right amount of modern.
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OTM Designs & Remodeling Inc.
9 years ago
Great work !!!
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CSI-Montage
9 years ago
love the railings. Ghost wood?
Architectural Notice
9 years ago
Looks much more modern and contemporary.
Julia Spco49
Original Author
9 years ago
CSI-Montage, we bought our ghost wood at Home Depot. Here is the description from their website: "With years of development behind it, Ghost Wood products deliver the distinctive look and character of reclaimed wood with the performance of new wood. Users enjoy ease of installation and reasonable pricing. It is an unmatched value. A multiple step proprietary process uses an eco-friendly finish that will continue to weather more over time when exposed to UV light, moisture and inclement weather. Ghost Wood has intentionally been designed to change color as time goes on depending on location and exposure with the ultimate goal to mimic the mottled appearance of old, maintained buildings."
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CSI-Montage
9 years ago
That sounds awesome. I'm going to look into that. Thanks
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Fratantoni Interior Designers
9 years ago
Awesome job!
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Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects
9 years ago
Great job!
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RemodelWerks LLC
9 years ago
Really nice update! I'm glad you are enjoying your new space!
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Fratantoni Lifestyles
9 years ago
Awesome job!