When planning home remodeling in Stamford CT, considering how everyone in your family will use the house is vital. For couples with kids and those who love to entertain, one place that can often become the catch-all for all things “family” is the great room.
While the family room can easily become a catch-all, a couple of simple tips and design modifications can help make this important room more livable. Here are some tips for making your great room truly family-friendly. See how you can take steps to increase your comfort and enjoyment of this important space in your home.
Expand the Space with an Open Floor Plan
Is your family room feeling a bit cramped? Consider expanding your space by taking out the walls between the great room and any adjoining rooms that aren’t essential.
With open floor plans becoming more popular in homes across the country, reducing the number of non-load-bearing walls can open the room and make the family room feel larger.
More Options to Expand & Build Out
Do you want to make your great room perfect for the entire family? Consider building out a portion of your family room with an add-on. You can add just a few feet or a much larger space. Depending on the location of your family room, you may have the opportunity to expand the room size by taking down an exterior wall and building outward.
Add a large slider or French doors that open onto a large deck. Consider adding an outdoor kitchen to bring your outdoor entertaining to an entirely new level.
Take advantage of this renovation to revamp the entire great room feel – and make a space that matches your lifestyle.
Unique Use of Color & Light
Another great way to enhance your family room is through light. This is one of the easiest ways to add life and space to any room. If your family room is feeling a bit dark and dated, switch up your paint (walls and ceiling) with a lighter, brighter color palette.
And never underestimate the power of natural light. Adding new windows in your great room will help bring more light into the family room – and add a cozy and comfortable feel. And with energy-efficient windows, you’ll save on utilities and the room will stay a nice comfortable temperature. New windows will also help expand the space naturally by inviting the ambiance of the outdoors into your home – without the wildlife! If possible, add an energy-efficient slider or set of French doors that open out into the yard.
Technology-Infused Amenities
Depending on how you will use your family-friendly great room, you may wish to incorporate technology in fun and creative ways.
Many families will choose to use their family rooms to gather and spend time together. Whether they are reading, chatting, or watching TV, the family room often becomes the main place where entertainment occurs – so make sure your technology is up to par!
When placing your television, consider keeping it from becoming the centerpiece of your room, as this can reduce the comfort and conversational feel of the space. If possible, consider remodeling your room to allow your TV to automatically disappear within shelving or the wall when not in use.
Gather Around a New Family Room This Year
Family-friendly great rooms can make your home more enjoyable and easier to keep looking its best. Now is the perfect time to have us remodel your great room to create that perfect space for family and friends. We can do everything you need from adding a beautiful new addition to remodeling your entire home.
Remodeling Consultants have proudly served Westchester County NY and along the NY border in CT, including the towns of New Canaan, Greenwich, Westport, Wilton, and Stamford for over 55 years. Contact us today in Westchester or Fairfield County. You can call our New York office at (914) 381-6900 or our Connecticut office at (203) 321-1250.
