Birmingham, MI Craftsman Bungalow Reclamation

Detail of custom designed and forged coffee table by a local blacksmith.
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts enclosed living room in Detroit with orange walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, a library and brown floor.

lamps at city lights!

City Lights Burlington Vermont

brad hume
Arts and crafts living room in Burlington with orange walls and carpet.

Living Room

Generations Master Builder

Property Guys
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts formal open concept living room in Toronto with orange walls, laminate floors, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Prairie Style Living Room makeover

Time 2 Remodel, LLC.

Large arts and crafts open concept living room in Other with a music area, orange walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Living Rooms

Barrel & Board Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts enclosed living room in Other with ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and orange walls.

Birmingham, MI Craftsman Bungalow Reclamation

Dan Davis Design

The client asked for a “wow” factor to separate the family room from the office. This custom-designed and locally-crafted iron gate definitely delivers.

Birmingham, MI Craftsman Bungalow Reclamation

Dan Davis Design

Custom tile in a pattern created by Dan Davis Design creates a spectacular detail on the fireplace wall. Augmented by the simple wood mantle that lets the tile become the focus.

CUSTOM BUILT-IN LIBRARY

Monsters ToolBox

This is an example of an arts and crafts living room in Seattle with a library, orange walls and carpet.

Yardley Craftsman Living Room

D'town Interiors

This living room was originally a very formal room with a bow window and no fireplace. The addition of those two focal points change the feel of the room. The double doors on the right are the entry to the coordinating arts and crafts dining room. The wool striped rug was broadloom that was cut and bound with a contrasting color to show off the hardwood floor.

Prairie Style Living Room makeover

Time 2 Remodel, LLC.

Large arts and crafts open concept living room in Other with a music area, orange walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Prairie Style Living Room makeover

Time 2 Remodel, LLC.

This is an example of a large arts and crafts open concept living room in Other with a music area, orange walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Portfolio

Iron Cross Productions

Design ideas for an arts and crafts enclosed living room in New York with orange walls, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Birmingham, MI Craftsman Bungalow Reclamation

Dan Davis Design

The fireplace design was created by Dan Davis who worked with a local tile craftperson to not only create the specific size and rounded corner tiles, but also the color for the client.

CUSTOM BUILT-IN LIBRARY

Monsters ToolBox

Inspiration for an arts and crafts living room in Seattle with a library, orange walls and carpet.

Prairie Style Living Room makeover

Time 2 Remodel, LLC.

This is an example of a large arts and crafts open concept living room in Other with a music area, orange walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Birmingham, MI Craftsman Bungalow Reclamation

Dan Davis Design

This before picture puts into perspective the dramatic overhaul of the living room by Dan Davis Design in this Craftsman bungalow.
Arts and crafts enclosed living room in Detroit with orange walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and no tv.

Arts and Crafts Living Room Design Photos with Orange Walls

A living room, often referred to as a lounge room in Australia and New Zealand, is the hub of the home. If you only have one living room in the house, it’s likely to serve multiple purposes: be it a place to watch TV, play games, spend quality time with family or hang out with friends. If you have the luxury of two living areas, one is usually a formal living room or lounge room, reserved for reading, relaxing and entertaining. A successful arts and crafts living room design is inviting, has enough seating for the whole clan – a comfortable couch is a must – and encourages conversation. Browse photos on Houzz for living room layouts, furniture and decor, and strike up a conversation with the interior designers or architects of your favourite picks. For even more arts and crafts living room ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

Which arts and crafts living room layouts will work best for you?

Every living area will have design challenges. A long, narrow lounge room, for example, risks looking like a hallway if furniture is lined up against the walls. Instead, opt for small furniture items, like a cosy two-seater couch, and create various focal points throughout the space. In square living rooms, a symmetrical layout encourages a formal setting. Place seating on either side of the room, with a focal point in the middle to pull the room together. For a truly intimate vibe, replace your couch with some occasional chairs positioned around a coffee table or ottoman. This will make the main focus conversation. An open-plan home – one where the lines are blurred between kitchen, dining and living – may require a layout that focuses on definition. You’ll want to make sure furniture doesn’t block the flow between spaces, and instead use something like an area rug to create zones.

How can you decorate your living room?

The living room can be a place in which to show off your personality, but if you want a timeless living room scheme, stick to neutral walls, couches and ottomans. Colour can be added through accessories, and is a lot more interchangeable! Rugs, cushions and throws are great for adding colour, while mirrors, lamps and ceiling lights will set the mood. Make your arts and crafts living room unique by including family heirlooms and photos. For a polished look, try creating a coffee table vignette – you could use books as pedestals or group items together on a tray. Try adding a vase, a mixture of round and rectangular objects and some books.

What are some small living room ideas?

Small living room designs can be tricky to work with, but aren’t doomed to fail. Often, you just have to get creative with furniture. An open-back chaise can create a sense of spaciousness, while small side tables paired together can substitute a coffee table. Even better, an ottoman can be used as a footrest, coffee table or extra seating. Big furniture items like the couch are best kept in light colours, and if there’s room for a coffee table, a glass-top one is best. If you have two spaces in one – perhaps your arts and crafts living room sits in front of a single-wall kitchen – make sure they are connected by decor, colour and style. For definition, just add area rugs, or use your couch as a dividing wall. It’s worth having a few furniture pieces, whether a bookshelf, couch or entertainment unit, in the same colour as the walls, too, so they blend into the room and visually expand the space.

Is open-plan living for you?

Today’s homes often embrace open-plan living, whereby the living room runs off the kitchen and/or dining areas. Open-plan living allows greater functionality, but can risk creating a vast, soulless space if not done right. To avoid a cavernous feel in an open-plan design, define areas with furniture, rugs and lighting, or consider using a wall divider. Also be sure to keep flooring, lighting and materials consistent throughout, for cohesiveness. Noise may be an issue – someone banging pots and pans while you’re watching TV, for example – so include lots of soft arts and crafts furnishings, such as rugs, curtains and couches to help absorb the noise. You will also need to factor in plenty of storage, so mess is kept at bay.