Among all of the popular, home-based events and activities, poker remains high up on (if not at the top) of the list. In most cases, players gather in an area of the property that’s used for something else, lay out their temporary poker setup, and get to the game. However, for more serious players or even recreational players who simply want a more enjoyable and memorable experience, building a dedicated poker room is a must-do project.
If this is you and you’re looking for ideas or a guide, then this article is for you. In it, we will cover everything from different theme ideas to custom poker chips and items that can help accentuate that décor. The first step is to decide where you’re going to put this room; garage, spare room, den, basement, or even a small, portable building. Once you’ve done that, here are a few options to consider:
- Vegas and General Gambling Themes
This one is debatably the most popular choice for poker room décor. However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it anyway. No two poker room designs are the same, no matter how many there are. When it comes to something like this, the individual choices with this wide-open design mean you can use your own, unique ideas. Neon signs, Vegas landscape art, casino playing cards and chips, and Vegas-era music are just a few of the countless options.
- Old West or Modern Saloon Themes
Another fun choice is designing a layout that pays homage to the place where the game first gained its hold in the U.S. Poker was a widely popular and common saloon gambling game back in the Old West. But there are numerous other saloon and bar designs that can complement a poker experience.
- Sports and Gaming Themes
Something else that many poker players and gamblers often enjoy is sports. For some people, it’s just the love of a game that they grew up with. For others, all of the daily fantasy and sports betting legalization throughout the U.S. has opened up sports to them in a new way.
- Custom Poker Chips and Other Accessories to Compliment Your Décor
Custom poker chips can be personalized to complement any poker room design. From casino-style to sports logos to pets, nature, or anything else, a quality poker accessory provider offers numerous items and objects related to the game. Everything from table felt to playing cards can be designed and made uniquely.
All That’s Left Is to Enjoy Your New Poker Room
With all the legwork finished, it’s time to text or call your playing partners, set up a time to get together, and debut your new poker cave to your friends. Think about making it an event. Order some quality food, have some drinks on hand, and consider setting up other games for friends and companions of players who don’t play poker (blackjack, craps, roulette, etc). Maybe even a DJ or a karaoke machine. Or, simply have a nice, casual session with a game on the TV or a good radio station playing.