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

Dusty Miller

DB Interiors

Design ideas for a beach style open concept living room in Boston with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and timber.

Coastal Chic

J Lynn Design Group

Our custom TV entertainment center sets the stage for this coast chic design. The root coffee table is just a perfect addition!
This is an example of a large beach style open concept family room in Miami with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, brown floor and timber.

Cape Cod but Fresh

B Street Design

This power couple and their two young children adore beach life and spending time with family and friends. As repeat clients, they tasked us with an extensive remodel of their home’s top floor and a partial remodel of the lower level. From concept to installation, we incorporated their tastes and their home’s strong architectural style into a marriage of East Coast and West Coast style. On the upper level, we designed a new layout with a spacious kitchen, dining room, and butler's pantry. Custom-designed transom windows add the characteristic Cape Cod vibe while white oak, quartzite waterfall countertops, and modern furnishings bring in relaxed, California freshness. Last but not least, bespoke transitional lighting becomes the gem of this captivating home.

Recent Examples

ArchdMedia

This is an example of a beach style living room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, exposed beam, timber and vaulted.

John's Island Modern Home Renovation

Ryan A. Jones & Associates

Design ideas for a beach style open concept family room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, beige floor, exposed beam, timber and vaulted.

Hill Tide, Boca Grande

Jinx McDonald Interior Designs

Design ideas for a beach style open concept living room in Other with medium hardwood floors, brown floor, coffered and timber.

Salten Point- Family Room

LDa Architecture & Interiors

TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Interior Design: Kennerknecht Design Group Builder: JJ Delaney, Inc. Landscape Architect: Horiuchi Solien Landscape Architects Photographer: Sean Litchfield Photography

Mequash

Cynthia Hayes Interior Design

This is an example of a beach style living room in Providence with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, beige floor, timber and wood walls.

Boho Coastal

All About You - Ann & Angelo Cane

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Orlando with blue walls, vinyl floors, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, timber and wallpaper.

The Bay Cottage

ARCHIA HOMES

Design ideas for a beach style enclosed living room in Boston with white walls, a wall-mounted tv, timber and planked wall panelling.

The Lookout

Lisa Carlisle Architect

Design ideas for a large beach style open concept family room in Providence with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and timber.

Sutton Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | VA

Flooret

Sutton: Refined yet natural. A white wire-brush gives the natural wood tone a distinct depth, lending it to a variety of spaces.The Modin Rigid luxury vinyl plank flooring collection is the new standard in resilient flooring. Modin Rigid offers true embossed-in-register texture, creating a surface that is convincing to the eye and to the touch; a low sheen level to ensure a natural look that wears well over time; four-sided enhanced bevels to more accurately emulate the look of real wood floors; wider and longer waterproof planks; an industry-leading wear layer; and a pre-attached underlayment.

Bikini Bottom Beach House

Emily Moss Designs

Beach style open concept living room in Tampa with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, timber and vaulted.

the fish "camp"

Crane Builders LLC

This is an example of a beach style family room in New Orleans with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and timber.

Midwest Family Lakehouse Remodel

The Cleary Company

Gorgeous vaulted ceiling with shiplap and exposed beams were all original to the home prior to the remodel. The new design enhances these architectural features and highlights the gorgeous views of the lake.

Coastal Cottage

Shepard Design Studio

We created a warm monochromatic living space using soft textures, natural materials and an overall subdued neutral scheme. The glass doors, transom windows and skylights bring in beautiful lighting and an effortless connection with the outdoors. Our custom designed shelving creates and opportunity to display personalized styling accessories while offering additional storage with lower cabinets.

Beachfront Elegance - Enchanted

Asher Slaunwhite + Partners

The connection to the surrounding ocean and dunes is evident in every room of this elegant beachfront home. By strategically pulling the home in from the corner, the architect not only creates an inviting entry court but also enables the three-story home to maintain a modest scale on the streetscape. Swooping eave lines create an elegant stepping down of forms while showcasing the beauty of the cedar roofing and siding materials.

Remodeling Project 4

Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

Remodeled great room with new layout of shelving, new wet bar, kitchen, paint, cabinetry, fireplace logs and light fixtures. Purebred Chandelier from McGee & Co. New shelving layout by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc. Custom painted Maple wet bar cabinets and Enigma Ra quartz countertop by Hoosier House Furnishings. Helman Sechrist Architecture, Architect; Marie Martin Kinney, Photographer; Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc., General Contractor.

Vegan Home Design : Beautiful Beach Style

Sarah Barnard Design LLC

In this first option for the living room, material elements and colors from the entryway are reflected in the the blue Vegan-friendly upholstery and Danish oiled walnut of the sofa. The fine artisanal quality of the exposed wood frame gives the sofa lightness and elegance. At the same time, their shape and placement create an enclosed and intimate environment perfect for relaxation or small social gatherings. The artwork incorporates natural imagery such as water birds and ocean scapes. These elements carry through in the coffee table made from reclaimed hardwood, which features plant life embossed into the concrete surface of the tabletop, all underneath rain drop shaped pendant lighting.

Beach Style Living Design Ideas with Timber

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.