Photo by Oivanki Photography Builder: Rabalais Homes Architect: The Front Door Architects
Design ideas for a transitional gender-neutral outdoor playset in Nashville.

Having a small child, loving to entertain and looking to declutter and kid-proof the gathering spaces of their home in the quaint village of Rockville Centre, Long Island, a stone’s throw from Manhattan, our client’s main objective was to have their living room and den transformed with a family friendly home makeover with mid-century modern tones boasting a formal, yet relaxed spirit Stepping into the home we found their living room and den both architecturally well appointed yet in need of modern transitional furniture pieces and the pops of color our clients admired, as there was a substantial amount of cool, cold grays in the rooms. Decor Aid designer Vivian C. approached the design and placement of the pieces sourced to be kid-friendly while remaining sophisticated and practical for entertaining. “We played off of the clients love for blush pinks, mid-century modern and turquoise. We played with the use of gold and silver metals to mix it up.” In the living room, we used the prominent bay window and its illuminating natural light as the main architectural focal point, while the fireplace and mantels soft white tone helped inform the minimalist color palette for which we styled the room around. To add warmth to the living room we played off of the clients love for blush pinks and turquoise while elevating the room with flashes of gold and silver metallic pieces. For a sense of play and to tie the space together we punctuated the kid-friendly living room with an eclectic juxtaposition of colors and materials, from a beautifully patchworked geometric cowhide rug from All Modern, to a whimsical mirror placed over an unexpected, bold geometric credenza, to the blush velvet barrel chair and abstract blue watercolor pillows. “When sourcing furniture and objects, we chose items that had rounded edges and were shatter proof as it was vital to keep each room’s decor childproof.” Vivian ads. Their vision for the den remained chic, with comfort and practical functionality key to create an area for the young family to come together. For the den, our main challenge was working around the pre-existing dark gray sectional sofa. To combat its chunkiness, we played off of the hues in the cubist framed prints placed above and focused on blue and orange accents which complement and play off of each other well. We selected orange storage ottomans in easy to clean, kid-friendly leather to maximize space and functionality. To personalize the appeal of the den we included black and white framed family photos. In the end, the result created a fun, relaxed space where our clients can enjoy family moments or watch a game while taking in the scenic view of their backyard. For harmony between the rooms, the overall tone for each room is mid-century modern meets bold, yet classic contemporary through the use of mixed materials and fabrications including marble, stone, metals and plush velvet, creating a cozy yet sophisticated enough atmosphere for entertaining family and friends and raising a young children. “The result od this family friendly room was really fantastic! Adding some greenery, more pillows and throws really made the space pop.” Vivian C. Decor Aid’s Designer

Custom play area including blackboard rock climbing wall swings and climbing tower
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary side yard outdoor playset in Los Angeles.

Interior Design: Lucy Interior Design Builder: Claremont Design + Build Photography: SPACECRAFTING
Transitional gender-neutral carpeted playroom photo in Minneapolis with multicolored walls

Inspiration for a timeless walk-out dark wood floor and brown floor kids' room remodel in New York with beige walls

Ship-lap walls and sliding barn doors add a rustic flair to the kid-friendly recreational space.
Example of a large classic walk-out medium tone wood floor and brown floor family room design in New York with a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and white walls

Inspiration for a modern home design remodel in New York

Chalkboard paint on the hall closet doors gives kids the freedom to create. All new doors, trims and baseboards. New du chateau, heated flooring. Bruce Damonte Photography

Barnes Walker Ltd Treehouse designed and built by Treehouse Life Ltd www.treehouselife.co.uk
Photo of a traditional gender-neutral outdoor playset in Manchester.

Todd Kamp
Playroom - farmhouse gender-neutral playroom idea in Dallas

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Photo by Brent Moss
This is an example of a rustic gender-neutral outdoor playset in Denver.

Hand painted to look like artist tear sheets from a sketchbook with more modern Mickey and the gang.
Mid-sized elegant guest carpeted and beige floor bedroom photo in Orlando with beige walls and no fireplace

Cedar deck steps with unique wide opening.
Deck - traditional backyard deck idea in New York

A simple wooden boardwalk passes through the forest. The stone sculpture is by Aaron G. Edwards
This is an example of an eclectic garden path in Seattle with decking.

Brian Landis Commercial Photography
Design ideas for a rustic gender-neutral outdoor playset in DC Metro.

Cottage Shrub and Perennial Garden
Inspiration for a small coastal drought-tolerant and full sun front yard garden path in Providence for summer.

Is it possible to have a space for entertaining, relaxing, hot-tubbing and growing food? A space where dogs can play and kids can have water balloon fights, all within a low-maintenance and low-water framework on an averaged-sized Soquel lot? These clients wanted it to be possible and I believed that it was. This garden embodies all of the above with areas for growing veggies and fruit, a trampoline for kids and a playable low-water grass alternative that never needs mowing! The variety of bright flowers provide year-round color and lots of food for butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. On the southwest side of the home, a large arbor and vine create an inviting shady spot to dine alfresco on warm evenings. Another arbor covers the hot tub that has adequate privacy due to a flowering vine that hangs generously down. In the front of the home, tall plants provide a nook for the stamped concrete patio that is not visible from the street. A perfect spot for morning coffee while watching the hummingbirds.

Donna Dotan Photography Inc.
Study space transitional gender-neutral medium tone wood floor bedroom photo in New York with multicolored walls