Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2014 Houzz
Example of an eclectic living room design in New York

The family room opens up from the kitchen and then again onto the back, screened in porch for an open floor plan that makes a cottage home seem wide open. The gray walls with transom windows and white trim are soothing; the brick fireplace with white surround is a stunning focal point. The hardwood floors set off the room. And then we have the ceiling - wow, what a ceiling - washed butt board and coffered. What a great gathering place for family and friends.

The three-level Mediterranean revival home started as a 1930s summer cottage that expanded downward and upward over time. We used a clean, crisp white wall plaster with bronze hardware throughout the interiors to give the house continuity. A neutral color palette and minimalist furnishings create a sense of calm restraint. Subtle and nuanced textures and variations in tints add visual interest. The stair risers from the living room to the primary suite are hand-painted terra cotta tile in gray and off-white. We used the same tile resource in the kitchen for the island's toe kick.

This comfy living room is right off the kitchen and makes entertaining a breeze. With French door opening to the patio, who could ask for more? Dog and kid friendly fabrics and rug make this a haven for watching TV or family game night!

Inspiration for a large contemporary walk-out light wood floor and beige floor basement remodel in Omaha with white walls and no fireplace

Margaret Wright
Example of a beach style dark wood floor and brown floor family room design in Charleston with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Wes Tarca
Transitional formal living room photo in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Kimberly Dodd
Example of a mountain style basement design in Indianapolis

Builder: Thompson Properties, Interior Designer: Allard & Roberts Interior Design, Cabinetry: Advance Cabinetry, Countertops: Mountain Marble & Granite, Lighting Fixtures: Lux Lighting and Allard & Roberts, Doors: Sun Mountain Door, Plumbing & Appliances: Ferguson, Door & Cabinet Hardware: Bella Hardware & Bath Photography: David Dietrich Photography Tile: Artistic Tile Area Rug: Togar rugs

David Berlekamp
Example of a transitional dark wood floor living room design in Cleveland with a ribbon fireplace

Jason Varney
Transitional walk-out dark wood floor basement photo in Philadelphia with gray walls

Basement
Inspiration for a large transitional underground dark wood floor and brown floor basement remodel in New York with gray walls

Hanging TV unit and bookcases give open and closed storage. Finished in lacquer with an LED light behind base unit. Manufactured by San Giacomo, Italy.

Large mountain style open concept medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room photo in Denver with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

CURTIS CONSTRUCTION
Inspiration for a contemporary medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Los Angeles with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

C.L. Fry Photo - www.clfryphoto.com
Example of a country family room design in Austin

Custom Contemporary Cabinetry Dimmable Warm White LED Lights Magnolia/Guyana Color Combo
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Taylor Photography
Elegant dark wood floor living room photo in Philadelphia with gray walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

A basement sports bar! In this house, is definitely a great addition. Also that you can watch mutliple games at once and keep everyone happy! No more expensive beers out at the busy bars, you can sit and relax and enjoy it all from home. Loving the detail of the decor sheet metal around the front of the raise bar top. Also that the bar stools are the same as what is in the kitchen, just a darker grey. Again bringing consistency throughout a home just brings all the rooms together, especially with the open concept home being so popular at this time.