Guest Picks: 20 Pieces for an Elegant Family Room
Furniture, fabrics and accessories for a graceful look that doesn't sacrifice comfort
Designing a family room is always fun because it's a place for relaxing at the end of day. For this same reason, you should always think about how you can add comfort without compromising on style.
I just finalized the design for a client's family room. My client's home is traditional and stuck in the era it was built — but not for too long! She has an amazing vision and is willing to update the entire house. This particular room is paneled with a honey-toned wood stain, and we're lighting it up by painting the entire room, adding some color and updating her furniture.
I hope she feels happy every time she enters this space. After all, that's the feeling we all deserve to have at home. — Luciane from Home Bunch
I just finalized the design for a client's family room. My client's home is traditional and stuck in the era it was built — but not for too long! She has an amazing vision and is willing to update the entire house. This particular room is paneled with a honey-toned wood stain, and we're lighting it up by painting the entire room, adding some color and updating her furniture.
I hope she feels happy every time she enters this space. After all, that's the feeling we all deserve to have at home. — Luciane from Home Bunch
Christopher Guy 60-0190 Sofa
My client has an amazing vintage sofa very similar to this one. I'm reupholstering it to save some money. It's always a smart idea to reupholster your existing furniture if it's well built and has an interesting frame.
Dash & Albert - Woven Cotton RDA223 - 2' x 3', Banana
I'll be installing beautiful wood floors, and I want to have something light that will complement the dark floors. This rug will add a great contrast.
Carlisle Wide Plank Floors
I'm replacing the existing carpet for dark hardwood floors. They're durable and attractive.
Porcelain Hanging Plate Collection
I'll be hanging this vintage-inspired plate collection above the sofa for a feminine touch.
White Dove OC-17 by Benjamin Moore
Having the entire room paneled with a honey-toned wood stain darkens the entire house. I'm brightening it up with White Dove by Benjamin Moore. The room will feel more spacious and alive.
Koi Pond Paint
My client's family room has paneled ceilings with beams. I'll paint between the beams in Koi Pond by Sherwin Williams. This is a way to connect the family room with the color my client selected for her kitchen.
Solid Linen Pillow, Citron
Linen pillows are classic, but bring in a vibrant color, and you have a surprising piece. This one is a solid linen pillow in citron by Thomas Paul.
Leaf Diamond Throw Pillow
I'm having fun with color and texture in this room. This pillow will be an energizing contrast against the citron pillow.
Modern Waverly Stripe Decorator Pillow Cover by Studio Pillow
This modern pillow will be a great addition to the other two pillows. You can always play with pillows, as long the colors are similar and/or coherent.
Premier Towers Geometric Decorator Pillow Cover by Studio Pillow
Geometric and chic, this pillow is a great way to create balance between the other pillows.
Hudson Side Table
This X-base side table is one of my favorites. It's timeless and very elegant. I'll place one to the right side of the sofa.
Platinum Gray Dupioni Apothecary Urn Glass Table Lamp
I'll be placing this transitional lamp on the table, paired with a photo frame and other small home decor accents.
Barometer Floor/Reading Lamp, Nickel Plated
Using this floor lamp on the opposite side of the sofa will offer some extra light for reading at night.
Christopher Guy 60-0201 Settee
This settee has the same shape as my client's. I'm reupholstering it with the same fabric as the sofa for a more seamless look.
Regina Andrew Furniture Brushed Nickel Glass Top Table
This very popular side table is fun and sophisticated. Mixing traditional pieces with contemporary ones will help to update the look of their home.
Kelly Hoppen Ottoman Skirt
I'm also recycling her skirted ottoman, and she'll use it as coffee table.
Richloom Perone Solarium Collection Outdoor Sheer Fabric, Summer
This very subtle fabric is also very durable.
Elizabeth Chair, Ivory
I'm adding two comfortable chairs that will face a built-in and a fireplace. These chairs will be a great place to relax at the end of the day.
Handcarved French Sconce
These hand-carved French sconces will look very chic above the fireplace. In between them, my client will add a beautiful painting to complete the look.
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