High-tech decorating: Game room lighting & accessories

by Ann Hayward 02/20/2023

When searching for the latest and greatest in high-tech decorating, game room design is the perfect place to find your inspiration. Some of the best video game room designs feature top-notch equipment for lighting, sound and stylish furniture.

If you’re interested in bringing the pro gamer aesthetic into your home, here are some tips to help:

Optimize your lighting

To get the most out of your video game experience, you want the perfect level of ambient light in your space. Ambient lighting prevents screen glare while also protecting your eyes from unnecessary strain.

For example, use multicolored LED lighting strips on the backs and undersides of furniture and components for a cool, futuristic aesthetic. This will provide just enough illumination to maneuver comfortably without being distracting.

To benefit both work and play, try an LED ring light for better webcam performance. Most lights on the market have multiple brightness settings and color modes to fit your specific needs while streaming or chatting via webcam.

Choose the right gaming chair

While there are many prestige “professional” gamer chairs on the market, they are far from one-size-fits-all. In fact, you might find the perfect gaming chair for you is a different style of chair entirely.

The most important things to keep in mind when choosing a chair are ergonomics and adjustability. For both PC and console gaming, it’s essential to pick a chair that will give you the right back support and healthy forearm and wrist placement. Chairs with adjustable armrests are ideal for this purpose, but prioritize your comfort above all else.

Make room for movement

If you intend to use your game room for virtual reality games, you’ll need to plan your design accordingly. Most VR games require a specific square footage to operate safely, so if you don’t already have the right amount of space, plan for adjustments.

Furniture that is lightweight and easy to maneuver is ideal for making spontaneous VR gaming space. Cable management tools also prevent both tripping and electrical hazards by keeping cords close to the walls. While you don’t need to dedicate an entire room to VR gaming, flexibility and safety are crucial.

Using these video game room ideas as a starting point, you can let your imagination run wild and create the gaming space of your dreams. Combine the latest technology with your favorite game room decor like wall art and decorative accent lighting to level up your game experience.

About the Author

Ann Hayward

Born in Philadelphia and raised in the suburbs, Ann Hayward got her Pennsylvania real estate license at age 18 even before going to college. This second-generation real estate professional followed in the footsteps of her father and two uncles, inheriting their passion for the business. Licensed in DC, Maryland and Virginia, Ann is accomplished in her career, with numerous designations including SFR, SRES, PSA, WHC, and multiunit Housing Development Finance Professional (HDFP) from the National Development Council. She specializes in Prince Georges and Montgomery Counties, Northern Virginia and Washington, DC, all jurisdictions where Ann has lived and knows very well. In addition to her professional expertise, she owns and manages personal investment property, understands and has been involved in the renovation/remodeling process, and has great resources which she shares with clients. When you hire Ann to represent you, she will make your buying or selling experience an enjoyable, rewarding one. Her compassion, sensitivity to her clients’ needs, eye for detail, and ability to see the big picture when guiding you through a purchase or sale are unique assets that will ensure your success. A diverse and relevant background also gives Ann a distinct edge. For 30 years, she worked in fast-paced, high-pressure television and theatrical production, attaining the highest achievement – DGA membership as a Director, and as an award-winning staff and freelance writer. Her keen audio visual skills and design sense benefit sellers in marketing their properties, and are invaluable in helping buyers see the potential of space. A true renaissance woman, Ann was also an income tax professional and office manager for H&R Block, so she thoroughly understands the tax and financial implications of acquiring and selling real estate. Her superior organizational skills are further evidenced as owner of a downsizing/professional organizing business, Managed For You, which allows her to connect with everyone from millennials to boomers and seniors, whether for small space planning or assisting with major decluttering and transitioning. Ann holds an AB in American History from Simmons College, Boston, plus attended Robert Wagner Graduate School of Public Administration where she was a candidate for Doctorate. She additionally studied Film Direction at the American Film Institute in LA, and was a Stanford University post-graduate Professional Journalism Fellow. Personally, Ann is an avid if not very good golfer, and the co-founder of a nonprofit 501c3 organization offering educational guidance, tutoring and counseling for youngsters from elementary school through college admission. She sits on the board of trustees of a nonprofit educational film production corporation as well. (202) 494-6252 [email protected]