Residential game rooms are usually multi-purpose living spaces, often located in the basement. They sometimes include exercise rooms or home theaters. They might also have areas for serving food and drinks when you have people over to visit. The location and purpose are important things to consider when you want to purchase art for your game room.
Your game room might be glamorous, with the latest in home entertainment technology, or it might be on the traditional side, providing a comfortable retreat for fun and relaxation with your family and friends. However, many people today are moving beyond the traditional basement game room and converting their attics, family rooms, and other extra spaces into game rooms.
Here are five tips for choosing your game room art.
1) Whether funny or serious, the theme is up to you. Think about entertaining and how else you’ll use the space. When focusing on the theme, think of the room’s physical characteristics. For example, does your room have a lot of natural light or will you need to depend on interior lighting to show off your art?
2) Consider color schemes when decorating your game room. The decor can be a little “loud” in keeping with the recreational atmosphere. Alternatively, you might choose a cool and classy theme, with black and white prints or more subdued artwork.
3) Show off your personality and fun side. Are you a film buff? Hang your favorite vintage movie posters. You also have plenty of choices if billiards or poker is your thing. You could recreate a Vegas casino right in your home.
4) Do you think a game room is just another term for a man cave? Forget it! Be sure to consider the female perspective; this includes areas that traditionally had a masculine appearance, like the bar. Our martini art, for instance, is just one way to highlight your room as a great Ladies Night destination.
5) If you have kids that will be enjoying the room, include them when choosing the artwork and incorporate their interests, whether it’s athletics, traditional board games, or modern video games, just to name a few.
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