This view shows the bar, with ample room for seating. A full kitchen (and adjacent patio grilling space) makes preparing snacks and grilled meals convenient. In the back corner is room for a pool table.

For convenience, the comfortable and beautiful powder room lies just off the basement kitchen space.
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Corner booth area with custom made table. Gorgeous woodwork and wall frames set this room off. Sports memorabilia adds to the decor.
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This ultra-plush gaming retreat area was designed for the family’s children in mind, but what adult would not love to have a game room like this? The sleek design of the cabinetry has a brushed aluminum finish and flat panel doors operated by touch latches. The tall cabinets have pull out drawers for DVD storage and fabric covered panels conceal the large speakers. Opposite the gaming area is the convenience kitchenette and large table for gatherings. Designed by Marcia Spinosa for Closet Organizing Systems

This ultra-plush gaming retreat area was designed for the family’s children in mind, but what adult would not love to have a game room like this? The sleek design of the cabinetry has a brushed aluminum finish and flat panel doors operated by touch latches. The tall cabinets have pull out drawers for DVD storage and fabric covered panels conceal the large speakers. Opposite the gaming area is the convenience kitchenette and large table for gatherings. Designed by Marcia Spinosa for Closet Organizing Systems

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DETROIT HOME DESIGN AWARD winner! Spectacular Rustic/Modern Basement Renovation - The large unfinished basement of this beautiful custom home was transformed into a rustic family retreat. The new space has something for everyone and adds over 1800 sq. feet of living space with something for the whole family. The walkout basement has plenty of natural light and offers several places to gather, play games, or get away. A home office and full bathroom add function and convenience for the homeowners and their guests. A two-sided stone fireplace helps to define and divide the large room as well as to warm the atmosphere and the Michigan winter nights. The undeniable pinnacle of this remodel is the custom, old-world inspired bar made of massive timber beams and 100 year-old reclaimed barn wood that we were able to salvage from the iconic Milford Shutter Shop. The Barrel vaulted, tongue and groove ceiling add to the authentic look and feel the owners desired. Brookhaven, Knotty Alder cabinets and display shelving, black honed granite countertops, Black River Ledge cultured stone accents, custom Speake-easy door with wrought iron details, and glass pendant lighting with vintage Edison bulbs together send guests back in time to a rustic saloon of yesteryear. The high-tech additions of high-def. flat screen TV and recessed LED accent light are the hint that this is a contemporary project. This is truly a work of art! - Photography Michael Raffin MARS Photography

Old World elegance meets modern ease in the beautiful custom-built home. Distinctive exterior details include European stone, classic columns and traditional turrets. Inside, convenience reigns, from the large circular foyer and welcoming great room to the dramatic lake room that makes the most of the stunning waterfront site. Other first-floor highlights include circular family and dining rooms, a large open kitchen, and a spacious and private master suite. The second floor features three additional bedrooms as well as an upper level guest suite with separate living, dining and kitchen area. The lower level is all about fun, with a games and billiards room, family theater, exercise and crafts area.

The Key West 48" TV Stand Console is the perfect addition to any home. Featuring 3 tiers with 7 separate compartments that will you to organize and easily display anything from media and gaming consoles to books and collectibles. Whether you're using this versatile piece as a TV stand or console, it will be sure to find a place in your home. The Espresso woodgrain finish will easily complement any decor, or you can look for other items from the Northfield Collection from Convenience Concepts Inc. for a more polished look!

Wetbar nook in gameroom features glass front top cabinets and solid shaker style lower cabinets with ample storage for games, glassware, bar items to service your gameroom. Undermount stainless steel sink and faucet offer the ultimate convenience for entertaining.

This basic beauty makes it versatile enough to go from elegant to more relaxed setting. Confrot also means convenience, so plan for entertaiment center, game table, storage, and the right light for reading, casual dining, and other family activities.

Situated on one of the most prestigious streets in the distinguished neighborhood of Highland Park, 3517 Beverly is a transitional residence built by Robert Elliott Custom Homes. Designed by notable architect David Stocker of Stocker Hoesterey Montenegro, the 3-story, 5-bedroom and 6-bathroom residence is characterized by ample living space and signature high-end finishes. An expansive driveway on the oversized lot leads to an entrance with a courtyard fountain and glass pane front doors. The first floor features two living areas — each with its own fireplace and exposed wood beams — with one adjacent to a bar area. The kitchen is a convenient and elegant entertaining space with large marble countertops, a waterfall island and dual sinks. Beautifully tiled bathrooms are found throughout the home and have soaking tubs and walk-in showers. On the second floor, light filters through oversized windows into the bedrooms and bathrooms, and on the third floor, there is additional space for a sizable game room. There is an extensive outdoor living area, accessed via sliding glass doors from the living room, that opens to a patio with cedar ceilings and a fireplace.

Nothing beats having the ultimate media room in your own home. This impressive home theater was custom designed with the movie buff, sports fan and gamer in mind and features oversized, stadium seating, custom acoustic panels, a gorgeous fiber optic star ceiling and a high end automated lighting system that creates the perfect entertaining experience with the push of a button. The Sony 4K Ultra HD Projector combined with a high performing audio system and 135 inch screen bring lifelike entertainment directly to you and is a surefire way to make any film night you host unforgettable. Adding to the experience is a convenient snack bar area with a 3 flavor soda fountain and convenient under counter ice maker.

This ultra-plush gaming retreat area was designed for the family’s children in mind, but what adult would not love to have a game room like this? The sleek design of the cabinetry has a brushed aluminum finish and flat panel doors operated by touch latches. The tall cabinets have pull out drawers for DVD storage and fabric covered panels conceal the large speakers. Opposite the gaming area is the convenience kitchenette and large table for gatherings. Designed by Marcia Spinosa for Closet Organizing Systems

Photography by Josh Vick
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LOWELL CUSTOM HOMES http://lowellcustomhomes.com - Poker Room, Game Room with convenient bar service area overlooking platform tennis courts. Bench seating area under windows for viewing platform tennis games in progress.

This basic beauty makes it versatile enough to go from elegant to more relaxed setting. Confrot also means convenience, so plan for entertaiment center, game table, storage, and the right light for reading, casual dining, and other family activities.

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