Inspiration for a large beach style open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, light hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and exposed beam.

Living Room

Order & Grace

Large beach style open concept family room in Sydney with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, timber and a ribbon fireplace.

Sunrise

Quality First Constructions

Where warmth and cool unite.
Photo of a beach style family room in Sunshine Coast with a hanging fireplace.

Patching Residence

Dylan Barber Building Design

Photo of a large beach style open concept family room in Geelong with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Vermilion 3

Geoff Chick & Associates

Derek Makekau
Beach style living room in Miami with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Kiawah Renovation

Todd Christian Construction, LLC

Margaret Wright
Design ideas for a beach style family room in Charleston with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

My Houzz: Calm, Crisp Neutrals in a Renovated 1887 Chicago House

Rachel Loewen Photography

Photo: Rachel Loewen © 2018 Houzz
Beach style open concept living room in Chicago with white walls, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

Ukiyo

Unique Homestays

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Cornwall with a hanging fireplace and grey floor.

W. Point Remodel

Tays & Co Design Studios

Beach style open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, exposed beam and vaulted.

Seaview Is the Best View

KBG Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor, no tv and a tile fireplace surround.

Newport Waterfront

Blackband Design

Master Sitting Room
Design ideas for an expansive beach style enclosed living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Monterey Vista Coastal Living Room

Beachy Boheme Interiors

This living room got an upgraded look with the help of new paint, furnishings, fireplace tiling and the installation of a bar area. Our clients like to party and they host very often... so they needed a space off the kitchen where adults can make a cocktail and have a conversation while listening to music. We accomplished this with conversation style seating around a coffee table. We designed a custom built-in bar area with wine storage and beverage fridge, and floating shelves for storing stemware and glasses. The fireplace also got an update with beachy glazed tile installed in a herringbone pattern and a rustic pine mantel. The homeowners are also love music and have a large collection of vinyl records. We commissioned a custom record storage cabinet from Hansen Concepts which is a piece of art and a conversation starter of its own. The record storage unit is made of raw edge wood and the drawers are engraved with the lyrics of the client's favorite songs. It's a masterpiece and will be an heirloom for sure.

Claremont

ColleenRoach

Large great room with floating beam detail. fireplace with rustic timber mantle and shiplap detail.
Design ideas for a beach style formal open concept living room in Other with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Artisan Tour Home 2018

Grace Hill Design

Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a beach style living room in Minneapolis with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Greenwich Stone Georgian

GRAYSON DE VERE

Mid-sized beach style formal enclosed living room in Other with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Centerville Rustic Home Build

White Oak Construction LLC

Photo of a large beach style open concept family room in Atlanta with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Eclectic Mid-Century - Rancho Mirage

Brittany Stiles Design

Built on Frank Sinatra’s estate, this custom home was designed to be a fun and relaxing weekend retreat for our clients who live full time in Orange County. As a second home and playing up the mid-century vibe ubiquitous in the desert, we departed from our clients’ more traditional style to create a modern and unique space with the feel of a boutique hotel. Classic mid-century materials were used for the architectural elements and hard surfaces of the home such as walnut flooring and cabinetry, terrazzo stone and straight set brick walls, while the furnishings are a more eclectic take on modern style. We paid homage to “Old Blue Eyes” by hanging a 6’ tall image of his mug shot in the entry.

Rutile

Heritage Homes of Jacksonville

Jessie Preza
Inspiration for a beach style living room in Jacksonville with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Vermilion 3

Geoff Chick & Associates

Derek Makekau
Inspiration for a beach style living room in Miami with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Private Residence

OLSON LEWIS + Architects

This New England home has the essence of a traditional home, yet offers a modern appeal. The home renovation and addition involved moving the kitchen to the addition, leaving the resulting space to become a formal dining and living area. The extension over the garage created an expansive open space on the first floor. The large, cleverly designed space seamlessly integrates the kitchen, a family room, and an eating area. A substantial center island made of soapstone slabs has ample space to accommodate prepping for dinner on one side, and the kids doing their homework on the other. The pull-out drawers at the end contain extra refrigerator and freezer space. Additionally, the glass backsplash tile offers a refreshing luminescence to the area. A custom designed informal dining table fills the space adjacent to the center island. Paint colors in keeping with the overall color scheme were given to the children. Their resulting artwork sits above the family computers. Chalkboard paint covers the wall opposite the kitchen area creating a drawing wall for the kids. Around the corner from this, a reclaimed door from the grandmother's home hangs in the opening to the pantry. Details such as these provide a sense of family and history to the central hub of the home. Builder: Anderson Contracting Service Interior Designer: Kristina Crestin Photographer: Jamie Salomon

All Fireplaces Beach Style Living Design Ideas

The best room for gathering with your family and friends in a cosy environment is your living room or family room. You want to hang out where the lounge furniture is the most comfortable and sofas or chairs create a sense of homeliness. Filling this important space with cheap furniture is unlikely to bring you the same long-lasting comfort as a quality chaise lounge or a couch. These choices will directly affect the quality of your evenings as you wind down from the daily grind. While planning a renovation or redesign, weigh up the priorities of seating, heating, an entertainment unit and bookcases. Identify your main activity in the room and and design around that. Many beach style living rooms aren't complete without a fireplace, but if you can't accommodate that, invest in built-in or furniture that suits your home. Common trends include Danish furniture and other kinds of Scandinavian furniture. Plush sofas, recliner chairs and sofa beds will always be popular. Finally, when the big components are planned out, think about what colour scheme and decor will best suit you and your family. If needed, an interior designer can help here.

Should I include a fireplace in my living room or family room?

Depending on your climate, a fireplace might be a great way to add warmth and interest to your living space. Even if your location is warm year-round, you can always add a faux fireplace or nonfunctioning fireplace as part of your decor. There are many options to choose from, so be sure to check them out. A wood-burning fireplace gives an authentic experience, though a gas one still emits heat without the mess. A double-sided or corner unit strays from the ordinary, or you can go with a wood stove fireplace if you're looking for a piece of art. If you want a contemporary touch, veer away from the traditional wood or tile mantel by going with stone, concrete or metal instead.

What kind of built-ins should I add to my living room?

Although it might not seem glamorous, having enough storage is instrumental when it comes to keeping the room organised and practical. Built-in bookcases, shelves and cabinets are a great way to add hidden, functional storage for all the knickknacks you accumulate. Movie and gaming buffs will love a custom entertainment centre, with enough cabinets for movies, speakers and electronic accessories; you can even create a media room with a projector and lounge chairs! If you still have room to spare, include a booth for homework or craft projects.

How do I decorate my home interiors?

When it comes to decorating, neutrals are always the safe option because they look good and never go out of style. They also give any artwork you hang enough breathing space. If you do want to try out a bolder colour scheme, add colour with walls and beach style accessories. That way, if you get sick of a colour, you can quickly repaint the walls and find new knickknacks, instead of having to replace your sofas every time trends change. Popular colours include blue, green and grey, but don't be afraid to try bright colours like red or yellow, even if it's just on an accent wall. Finally, make sure there is plenty of light. Recessed or track lighting are great ways to hit every corner — better yet, add more natural light by installing additional windows or a skylight.