by Furnishly | Oct 13, 2021 | Design Inspiration
From serious musicians to those who casually tickle the ivories, all can enjoy the captivating elegance of a piano room. A piano not only makes beautiful music but creates a stunning showpiece in a home, which sparks a special look of luxury and an air of culture. This collection of 51 piano room ideas is filled with glorious inspiration to cover just about every taste and interior design aesthetic. We’ve collected together a plethora of modern piano rooms and some with a traditional touch, mid-century modern and eclectic music rooms, rustic and boho style rooms, and serene minimalist music rooms that leave all focus on the melody.
Upright and upper class. This neoclassical design presents an exquisite backdrop for an upright piano. A wide section of boiserie panelling elegantly frames the instrument. Two modern wall lights add a balance of theatrical illumination.
A piano and a pop of colour. A brightly coloured accent chair makes a fun counteraction against the formality of a grand piano. It also gives an appreciative audience member a place to hang out in comfort. See more of this Taiwanese apartment with simple layout and punchy palette here.
This time around, a designer lounge chair continues the sleek black and curved aesthetic of its neighbouring grand piano.
Let the piano set the tone. This attention-grabbing firetruck-red grand piano sets the accent colour for a luxurious living space, inspiring a scattering of equally bright scatter cushions along an adjacent sofa.
Under arches. Is there any setting more perfect for a piano room than arched architecture? These arched windows and a matching arch-shaped wall mirror complement the curvaceous silhouette of the piano with style and grace.
Mid-century modern music room. Muted colours and mid-century modern style mould a melodious surround.
Camouflaged creativity. This white upright piano blends quietly into an all-white interior design without any fanfare. See more inspiration for modern interiors with minimalist white decor here.
Honey, I’m home. Place the love of your life right in the entryway to your main living space. It will be the first thing you see when you arrive home, and the first impression you make on your guests.
Balance out black pianos with another large, dark piece of furniture. A dark sofa colour is the obvious choice in a living space. Black light finishes and darkly framed bookcases also make good counterbalancing contributions.
Wonderful music and a window seat. Pile up an assortment of cushions and blankets to create a cosy hangout spot for music appreciation.
Work hard, play hard. After a day in the office, it’s time to light up your life with good music and an inspirational neon sign.
Industrial inspiration. Concrete walls and cavernous spaces create quite the acoustics.
All about the arts. Musical art meets wall art in this understated interior design. Upright pianos are best situated against an interior wall and out of direct sunlight, so this landscape painting also serves as an outside view where one lacks.
Make the most of small wall spaces by double banking your musical instruments. A fresh accent colour will lift the look.
Rip out the coat closet and make better use of that awkward under stair space.
Bohemian rhapsody. Indoor plants, jute rugs and rattan baskets conjure a relaxed boho vibe.
For the minimalist musician. This wall mounted keyboard takes on the appearance of a floating console unit with a fashionably wood slatted finish.
Never upstaged. This small upright and coordinating piano stool have been flipped with a cheerful yellow paint job that makes them the unrivalled focal point of the room.
Family time and tunes. This unique living space combines family dining, a creative kids’ play area and an inviting music area into one airy open space. An indoor swing provides a place to perch and sway to the melody.
Parallel poetry. This symmetrical space creates a dramatic runway to the keys. Protruding partition walls effectively protect the upright piano from direct sunlight from two flanking windows, whilst the rest of the lounge remains bright and welcoming.
Another take on the boho theme, this decorative moment features wall mounted baskets above a modern keyboard.
Imagine… A John Lennon inspired entryway. This isn’t the piano on which John Lennon composed “Imagine” but it has some similar characteristics. The real one was sold for $2.1 million via online auction at the Hard Rock Cafe in London to the late British pop star George Michael. It is still owned by his estate.
Piano loving plants. Some people believe that indoor plants grow better when you play classical music to them. This is supposedly due to the agreeable vibrations created by the sound waves, which then causes movement in plant cells and stimulates more nutrient production. This one certainly seems to be thriving!
Creative and cosy. A faux fur throw, cheerful rug and some plant friends go a long way in making a simple music area appear loved and lively.
Gold accents and a gallery. If you’re looking to add some serious luxe to your musical hobby room, consider a gallery wall of moody black and white photographic prints and a rich accompaniment of gold accent furniture.
Compose a lullaby. Bedrooms aren’t just for sleeping; bedroom workspaces are common now, so why not a songwriting station?
Sleek and streamlined. This linear black backdrop stylishly blends the piano and a TV nook into one smart, shadowy wall feature, which allows the lighter furniture pieces in the foreground to shine bright.
Peaceful colour palettes and panel moulding. This narrow living space is spaciously united with a hallway piano area under one peaceful colour palette. Chic panel moulding gives the music wall a crisp, classic aesthetic.
The traditional touch. Dark wood panelling complements this grand piano and gives the room a comfortingly traditional feel.
Built-in benches and bookcases. Concrete steps bleed into a custom concrete bench in this high-ceilinged hobby space. Grab a book from the stacks and drift away to the echoing song.
This writer’s home takes the home library theme a little further… Ok, a lot further. Oh, the hours we could spend in that room.
In this home, the music room and home library combo morphs into a sweeping staircase design with book storage in the risers.
Candle-lit concerts. Create an atmospheric glow with a collection of candles. Hey, it worked for Liberace.
Pianos and pillars, plus a pristine white colour scheme. Sophisticated, simple, and stunning.
Highs and lows. Whilst being in the spotlight is nice, you don’t want to be dazzled by low hanging pendant lights. This row of pendants make an undulating formation from the couch to the piano, suspended from a set of decorative ceiling roses. The yellow piano shines bright all on its own.
Nestled in a nook. Built-in bookcases can be used to frame out a deep alcove and make a decorative surround for an upright piano.
Grand and grey. A glossy black grand piano looks at home in moody charcoal grey and black room decor. Portrait art and velvet-trimmed window dressings optional.
Music divides opinion, and this piano divides the room.
Give an old instrument a new lease of life in a modern rustic setting.
Monochrome music room. Black and white piano keys inspire a black and white decor scheme in this modern concept.
Play the classics in a classically decorated setting of oak and warm lamplight.
Soulful and centred. This amazing space has far-flung views that evoke emotion and allow the mind to drift and dream.
Creative courtyard. This skylit courtyard keeps the piano out of direct sunlight, which will knock a piano out of tune and won’t do the finish any good either.
If you insist on a lot of windows though, this seamless wraparound option is spectacular. A thick growth of trees should provide ample shade but be sure to protect your piano with a heavy cover when sunlight is at its strongest.
Your personal concert hall. Keep floors clear, set up seating and let the audience roll in.
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Layered light show. A sensational light installation sets the stage for stardom.
Open plan overture. Set a creative core inside your home that can be enjoyed from every angle.
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- Designer: OgataYoshiki + SALT + IkawaAtsushi + WataseIkuma
Scenic sound waves. This wonderful wood panelling depicts sounds waves around the room perimeter, and actively manipulates acoustics.
A grand piano and a vertical garden fashion a naturally inspiring space for creativity.
Cutting curves. A black grand piano and rounded furniture pieces cut contrasting curves against a pure white backdrop.
A true reflection of talent. High gloss floors will double the effect of a centrally placed grand and talented pianist.
Recommended Reading: Interior Design For Musicians: 2 Classy Music Themed Home Designs
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by Furnishly | Sep 20, 2021 | Design Inspiration, Style
Name: Monica Carroll
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Type of home: Apartment
Size: 220 square feet
Years lived in: 1.5 years, renting
Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: It’s just me — thank goodness, sharing 220 square feet with someone else during the pandemic would have been… tough. I work in marketing, but at night I am a stand-up comedian in Boston, and I peruse design on the internet every chance I get!
As a comedian I often find myself tempering what I wear on stage in order to not seem too outlandish, so I get to have a little more fun with the design of my home space. I try to have fun with the decor; I really don’t feel the need to be too serious.
What is your favorite room and why? Wellllll it is only one room, so I guess my favorite part is the fireplace. Those tiles were painted over with white paint when I moved in, and I spent a whole day scraping paint off to reveal the pattern underneath.
So happy my gut was right. I ended up using those colors to help pick the color I ended up with on the walls (which were also painted the same renter special off-white).
Describe your home’s style in 5 words or less: Colorful, quirky, compact, maximal, vintage
Any advice for creating a home you love? Follow your gut! Don’t worry too much about “matching” or worrying if it “goes together.” If you love everything you have, it is easy to find a way to make it all work together.
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by Furnishly | Sep 15, 2021 | Design Inspiration, Style
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Name: Marie-Helene Cote
Location: Quebec City, Canada
Type of home: Studio
Size: 275 square feet
Years lived in: 3.5 years
Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: It is a complex of five units. It is 100 years old. It is classified as heritage because it is situated in the fortified Old Quebec. The location and the architecture of the building are prime real estate. My unit is the smallest of them all. As far as I am concerned, it is my little haven in the city because my primary house is in a small village of 1,000 locals.
I like white walls. I do not see myself as having a particular genre. I fall in love with a piece, whether it’s furniture, an accessory, or art, and that is it (if I can afford it of course). I realized that I have a particular attraction to Danish design, but who does not?
I like pottery. Melissa Fillion/Usine60 is my favorite! My favorite painters are Louise Lauzon and Kim Veilleux. I would like to say that I am also attracted by minimalism… but I will never achieve it. I get distracted easily, so to me, it is very important to keep things tidy to avoid endless search, but minimalism is a bit extreme. But one never knows!
Describe your home’s style in 5 words or less: Paris, meet your French-Canadian sibling.
What is your favorite room and why? Living in 275 square feet, the choice is narrow. However, I will say my kitchenette (if it qualifies as a room). Why? Because of the challenge it represented when I rented this place. I don’t eat meat. I knew not having a range was not an issue.
However, I like to cook and was able to get everything I need to. I believe I have achieved balance between practicality and aesthetic. To me, it is a quirky space, and it reminds me of tiny kitchens I have seen in Europe.
What’s the last thing you bought (or found!) for your home? Dinnerware from Ladelle. Clay colour and irregular shape is a modern twist on artisanal.
Any advice for creating a home you love? First, you need to establish what you need and NOT desire. Make a list before you started apartment hunting. For me, I did not want to have to shovel snow in the winter. Size was also important, as was price. Once you find something you like, do not be afraid to negotiate with your landlord. If you have particular manual abilities, it might help lower the price of the rent. In my case, I did a drawing of what I wanted to accomplish in the studio and showed it to the owners and requested them to pay for the materials I needed, and they agreed. They were so impressed with the end result that all my subsequent requests were always granted. (Be reasonable.)
Also, do not buy furniture that only will fit in the current apartment. It is a bad investment. Wait for the right pieces to come along. Be mindful of the material you will use to decorate so as not to damage the property; treat it as your own. In most apartments, storage is a problem. Use as much furniture with storage as possible. Same thing for your accessories — they should have a dual function. Be creative with what you already own. It will procure you immense satisfaction, an original piece, save you a ton of money, and yes, it’s so much better for the planet.
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by Furnishly | Aug 15, 2021 | Design Inspiration, Style
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by Furnishly | Aug 15, 2021 | Design Inspiration, Style
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Name: Karen Johnson; my son and son-in-law live in separate area of home
Location: Briarcliffe Neighborhood — Atlanta, Georgia
Type of home: Studio apartment in my son’s home
Size: 400 square foot
Years lived in: 2 years, owned
Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: I am a retired single woman. I recently moved back to Atlanta after living in the Dominican Republic for 15 years. Feeling unsure where to locate I decided to add an apartment in my son’s unfinished basement. I added an open living space, a spacious bathroom, and a laundry room with plenty of storage. I had no furniture and only two pieces of artwork to start my project. It has been a perfect place to live and downsizing is so freeing.
Describe your home’s style in 5 words or less: Boho, inviting, colorful, chic
What is your favorite room and why? All items were selected with love and care so I am enjoying it all.
Any advice for creating a home you love? Use only furniture and accessories you love. Change furniture and accessories to different rooms. Always white towels. And when you can, always add a pop of color. No clutter!
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