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.

Hollywood Bungalow

Colossus Mfg.

Hollywood regency meets beach bungalow in this living room. Natural wood and greenery comes together with gold accents and light neutral tones.
Beach style open concept living room in Sacramento with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and beige floor.

Beach Style Living Room

Design ideas for a large beach style living room in Dallas with dark hardwood floors, white walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

Carova (North Corolla) - Beach Cottage Design

Amy Hilliker Certified Designer-The Design Project

Photo retouching by Melissa Mattingly
Mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Other with beige walls, vinyl floors, a corner fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Coastal Cottages in Rockport

Legacy DCS

Photo of a mid-sized beach style enclosed family room in Austin with grey walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Beach Bungalow

Ashby Collective

This is an example of an expansive beach style open concept living room in Houston with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Coolum new family home

CT Design

The living room is orientated to the spectacular ocean views. Furniture is a mix of custom made and Australian suppliers, chosen for their suitability to modern family life. Paul Smith Images

A Water's Edge Retreat

Amazing Spaces

This is an example of a large beach style formal open concept living room in New York with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, grey floor, coffered and a two-sided fireplace.

Lakeland House

Ashley Martin Home

Photo of a large beach style open concept family room in Orlando with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

5th Street Beach Inspired

Alexandra Rae Design

Detail of the Family Room
Design ideas for a large beach style open concept living room in Los Angeles with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Nesting Place Interiors

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This is an example of a large beach style open concept family room in Jacksonville with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Apartment to Home

SIMPLE SQUARE DESIGN

After photos of small scale apartment living room. Aubrey Antis, Photographer
Photo of a small beach style living room in Orange County with blue walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Painted Brick Transitional on the Green

Wyrick Residential Design

Inspiration for a large beach style open concept family room in Houston with a home bar, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Huntington Beach Family Room

Vision Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style open concept family room in Orange County with beige walls, travertine floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Tortuga Beach House

KBG Design

by What Shanni Saw
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style open concept family room in San Francisco with a game room, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Traditional Beach | Ocean Boulevard

Barclay Butera Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Guesthouse

Bromley Caldari Architects PC

photo credit: www.mikikokikuyama.com
Photo of a large beach style open concept living room in New York with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a built-in media wall, porcelain floors, a wood fireplace surround and beige floor.

Mattson

JMA INTERIOR DESIGN

Large beach style formal open concept living room in Miami with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

LAKE HOUSE MODERN COASTAL

Steph Musur Designs

Expansive beach style sunroom in Milwaukee with porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a skylight and beige floor.

View to dining room

Shor Home

Photography by Eric Roth
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Boston with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and white floor.

Beach Style Living Design Ideas with a Wood Fireplace Surround

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.