Open Concept Living Room Design Photos with a Plaster Fireplace Surround, Coffered and Vaulted

Photo of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Hampshire with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and vaulted.

Located in the small, unspoilt cove at Crackington Haven, Grey Roofs replaced a structurally unsound 1920s bungalow which was visually detrimental to the village and surrounding AONB. Set on the side of a steep valley, the new five bedroom dwelling fits discreetly into its coastal context and provides a modern home with high levels of energy efficiency. The design concept is of a simple, heavy stone plinth built into the hillside for the partially underground lower storey, with the upper storey comprising of a lightweight timber frame. Large areas of floor to ceiling glazing give dramatic views westwards along the valley to the cove and the sea beyond. The basic form is traditional, with a pitched roof and natural materials such as slate, timber, render and stone, but interpreted and detailed in a contemporary manner. Solar thermal panels and air source heat pumps optimise sustainable energy solutions for the property. Removal of ad hoc ancillary sheds and the construction of a replacement garage completed the project. Grey Roofs was a Regional Finalist in the LABC South West Building Excellence Awards for ‘Best Individual dwelling’. Photograph: Alison White

Photo of a small contemporary open concept living room in Geelong with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Given the scale and unique shape of the space, several key pieces were custom-designed and manufactured. The coffee table, created from scratch in collaboration with a trusted Portuguese manufacturer, consists of three fluid-form tables in bronze finish—two with bronze mirror tops and one with a pre-selected pink and white marble top. All tables feature hammered bronze edging, perfectly positioned in the centre of the large curved sofa, with custom lighting suspended above. Another bespoke element is the rug, also produced in Portugal. Its design was tailored to the room’s unusual shape, incorporating the coral-pink tones of the space and echoing the ceiling’s unique stepped detail. This thoughtful, fully custom approach ensures each piece complements the architecture while enhancing the room’s overall cohesion and elegance.

Full Width Single Storey Extension with Open plan Kitchen, Dining and Living Area
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in West Midlands with white walls, ceramic floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, multi-coloured floor and coffered.

Photo of a mid-sized industrial open concept living room in New York with a library, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, grey floor, wood, vaulted, wood walls and grey walls.

This vaulted ceiling is framed by a feature gable wall which features a central wood burner, discrete storage to one side, and a window seat the other. Bespoke framing provide log storage and feature lighting at a high level, while a media unit below the window seat keep the area permanently free from cables - it also provide a secret entrance for the cat, meaning no unsightly cat-flat has to be put in any of the doors.

Inspiration for a large modern open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, vinyl floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

The tall chimney breast stands between two large windows. The log burner creates a cosy focal point in this seating area, surrounded by windows that make the most of the natural beauty of the location.

A tired two bedroom apartment built in the 1990 was brought to life by completely renovating to a luxury and aesthetically pleasing residential apartment for this professional client. Understanding the clients brief, designing and building, creative mood boards and ambience lighting and aesthetics. Kidd Interiors designed a new bespoke media wall unit, supplying fireplace, furniture, flooring, lighting. working with my trades of painting, plastering, carpentry, kitchen install, plumbing, tiling and electrics. Bespoke headboards made to measure. See Trustpilot reviews under kiddinteriors.co.uk for recommendations.

Formal dining and seating space with fireplace, access to covered patio and frameless glass connection with the view
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv, grey floor and vaulted.

Rear kitchen extension, bespoke glazing, external composite decking, engineered wood floor, sand-sealed and lacquered flooring, full re-wire and plumbing throughout, skimming of all walls and painting throughout, bespoke ceiling and wall moulding including bathroom refurbishments, wallpaper and bespoke wall timber panelling.

This spacious, light-filled family room blends comfort and function with subtle classical touches. A warm palette of soft beige and stone tones creates a calm backdrop for everyday life, while carefully chosen furniture and details add depth and familiarity. The room is cleverly zoned into dining and living areas: on one side, a generous solid oak dining table with benches offers plenty of space for shared meals and gatherings. On the other, a pair of soft cream sofas and a wood-burning stove set into a simple brick-lined fireplace create a cosy, lived-in corner anchored by a neutral rug. The light sage green walls provide gentle contrast to the crisp white cornicing and deep skirting boards, bringing a traditional architectural frame to a modern family lifestyle. Wall-mounted picture lights highlight framed prints, while a circular mirror above the fireplace offers visual symmetry and bounce. Large-format stone-effect floor tiles add a tactile, timeless quality underfoot, while the black-framed door to the left connects the interior seamlessly to the garden beyond, bringing in both light and greenery.

Durham Road is our minimal and contemporary extension and renovation of a Victorian house in East Finchley, North London. Custom joinery hides away all the typical kitchen necessities, and an all-glass box seat will allow the owners to enjoy their garden even when the weather isn’t on their side. Despite a relatively tight budget we successfully managed to find resources for high-quality materials and finishes, underfloor heating, a custom kitchen, Domus tiles, and the modern oriel window by one finest glassworkers in town.

This vaulted ceiling is framed by a feature gable wall which features a central wood burner, discrete storage to one side, and a window seat the other. Bespoke framing provide log storage and feature lighting at a high level, while a media unit below the window seat keep the area permanently free from cables - it also provide a secret entrance for the cat, meaning no unsightly cat-flat has to be put in any of the doors.

Rear view of the proposed double storey extension opening up directly into the rear garden.
Large modern open concept living room in Surrey with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, beige floor, vaulted and brick walls.

Design ideas for a mid-sized tropical open concept living room in Geelong with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, grey floor and vaulted.

Design ideas for a large modern open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, vinyl floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Last year we completed on a rear extension project in New Malden, where we incorporated 9 architectural glazing elements into the new L-shaped kitchen, dining and lounge area; 2 sets of sliding doors, 2 roof installations, 1 glazed gable and 4 windows. We were recently back on site to see how life with this gorgeous new extension was going and couldn’t resist taking some more photos. You can read the full case study on our website.