An architect’s tips on the perfect game room floor plan

Looking to design your dream game room? A well-thought-out game room floor plan can transform any space into an enjoyable retreat for gaming, relaxation, and fun. Whether you’re into video games, board games, ping pong, or any other type of game, creating a great game room starts with the right layout, accessories, gadgets, and furniture pieces. 

Game room floor plan 1: A complete gaming room

Overall dimension: 27.89 feet x 16.40 feet

Height: 9.84 feet

First gaming area: 10.83 feet x 16.40 feet

Second board game area: 17.06 feet x 16.40 feet

Circulation: 1.97 feet to 2.95 feet

Window size: 4.92 feet x 5.58 feet

Shelf dimensions: 1.97 feet to 2.13 feet

This spacious game room layout blends entertainment and comfort seamlessly. One section is dedicated to video games, featuring an entertainment center with a large TV, gaming consoles, and storage units for accessories. The second area caters to more active games, like a game table for poker or pool. 

You can enhance the gaming experience with stylish interior design—think neon signs, cozy rugs, recessed LED lights, and wall-mounted shelves for collectibles.

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The ideal game room location would be a separate room on the main floor or in the basement. That way, the game room activities will not affect the rest of the house residents. 

One of the accent walls has unique wall-mounted open shelves in the form of wooden hexagons. You can use the space to store equipment, games, or collectibles while enhancing the room decor. Remember, your game room designed for both fun and style should be an eye-catching, enjoyable space that invites everyone to play their favorite games.

When it comes to decorating your game room, don’t be afraid to get creative! Neon signs, quirky wall art, and colorful rugs can all add character to your space. 

You can use practical decor, such as shelving units or framed scoreboards, to keep things organized and functional. And remember, your game room designed for both fun and style should be an eye-catching space that invites everyone to enjoy their favorite games.

The ceiling too has hexagonal shapes in white and shades of gray, with a corrugated texture. The ceiling pattern is fitted with recessed LED lights to illuminate the game room in style. The artificial lighting beautifully highlights the decorative elements of the rec room. 

The other wall features three windows for natural lighting. These could be floor to ceiling or you could connect the room to the outside through French doors.

If it’s a basement game room, you can opt for smaller windows.

You could keep wood or laminate flooring, and the wooden shelves and door in medium tones.

For those who love a more low-key, interactive experience, dedicating space to board games and card games is a great idea. Create a comfortable seating area with ample space on your coffee table or a designated card table where players can sit around and enjoy hours of fun.

The architect recommends game tables such as a foosball table, a ping pong table, and a pool table for an extra element of friendly competition. Interestingly, the pool table can be transformed into a board game table with a capacity of 6 to 10 players. And, can easily become the highlight of game nights. 

Pair it with chic game room decor, such as unique lighting or framed artwork, to give the room a more sophisticated touch.

A huge shelf unit is the focal point of this room. It occupies the entire wall, and stores an audio system, video games or collectibles, a monitor with three 20-inch screens for gaming, and a 60-inch television for you to watch movies or play games on. There’s even space for a refrigerator to store drinks and snacks.

Keep in mind that a game room designed for video games doesn’t have to stop there. Think beyond consoles. You could even dedicate part of the room to retro arcade games, making it fun for both younger players and nostalgic adults.

Game room floor plan 2: Group gaming room

Room dimensions: 23.62 ft x 11.98 feet

Height: 8.20 feet

Circulation: 2.95 feet

Shelf dimensions: 17.72 feet x 5.08 feet; height: 4.59 feet

Such an adult game room idea is ideal for a basement. The gaming room floor plan meant for multiple players accommodates integrated game room furniture: five tables for five monitors, other equipment, and a sound system.

Behind this gaming room setup, there’s a rest area with a two-seater sofa. It has the same dimension as the tables. A symmetrical wall shelf, with a height of 4.92 feet, has good storage space for a flat-screen television. On the sides, there are two cabinets (1.15 ft x 5.08 ft) and open shelves for storage. 

Our architect recommends a white ceiling to keep the room bright and cheerful-looking. The walls can be complemented with custom vinyl or wallpaper designs to add a unique touch to the room. 

Read more: Using video walls in your home

There’s abundant natural light coming through the windows along the wall. You can opt for reflector lamps for artificial lighting. That way, their light will not fall on the monitors directly. If you’re using ceiling lights, go for higher ones, not suspended lights or pendant lights. 

Game room floor plan 3: Bedroom gaming room

Room dimensions: 12.14 feet x 15.09 feet

Height: 8.20 m

Minimum circulation: 1.97 feet

Gaming area dimensions: 6.59 feet x 8.20 feet

Closet width: 1.97 feet x 6.59 feet; with floor to ceiling height

Desk dimensions: 4.92 feet on each side, depth: 1.64 feet, height: 2.30 feet

Lower shelf dimensions: 2.46 feet x 1.64 feet; height: 2.30 feet

Top shelf dimensions: 3.28 feet x 1.64 feet; height: 6.59 feet

Short on space? A bedroom game room layout balances sleep and play. This design features a queen-size bed alongside a gaming area with an L-shaped desk, integrated cabinets, and open shelving for storage. Smart lighting, from recessed LED lights to ambient lamps, keeps the space functional and stylish.

The bed is parallel to the window and has a recessed sitting area with a two-seat sofa.

The gaming area is located in front of the bed and the closet. It has integrated cabinets, in the shape of a “G”. The cabinetry takes up two walls of the room. The desk counter is shaped like an “L”. There are two shelves with doors and drawers while the two upper shelves are open.

The top shelf is at a height of 2.30 feet from the desk to give you enough space for your monitors and other equipment. 

While there’s ample natural light, you can add a central light or recessed LED lights for artificial lighting. 

Last thoughts

Every house needs a dedicated space or a fun game room where family members can relax and bond together over a movie or a video game. Design this recreational space with both kids and adults in mind. A family game room is all about versatility, so incorporate activities that appeal to everyone. The key is to create an inclusive entertainment space where everyone can bond over their favorite activities.

We hope these adult game room ideas help you create the perfect place to chill and entertain. And, get those family game nights going!

Written by Ramona Sinha. March 30, 2021

Ramona is the Senior Content Writer for Kukun. This experienced blogger uses simple and succinct words to decipher the complex phenomenon called life. She has written articles covering a broad range of topics, such as real estate, lending and mortgage, finance, business, taxation, home designs, home improvement projects, decor concepts, and more. An avid traveler, she’s a digital nomad at heart and an animal lover from the depth of her soul.