This is an example of a small country enclosed living room in Toulouse with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and wood walls.

Central Phoenix Copper Hood

AFT Construction

Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in Phoenix with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Baker Project

Finished Painting, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Cedar Rapids with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Extension et rénovation complète d'une maison

VORBILD Architecture

Photo of a mid-sized traditional living room in Nice with beige walls, terra-cotta floors, no fireplace, no tv and beige floor.

Monaltrie House

Project Habitation Pty Ltd

This project is a precedent for beautiful and sustainable design. The dwelling is a spatially efficient 155m2 internal with 27m2 of decks. It is entirely at one level on a polished eco friendly concrete slab perched high on an acreage with expansive views on all sides. It is fully off grid and has rammed earth walls with all other materials sustainable and zero maintenance.

Longview

Brooke Cole Interiors

Inspiration for a transitional living room in Charlotte with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Rollingwood, Austin, Texas

Tribe Design Group

Inspiration for a transitional living room in Austin.

Grand 2 pièces en location meublée

Un air de déco

Des clients expatriés charmants qui m'ont fait confiance à 100% dès la première rencontre. Dans ce grand 2 pièces d'environ 60 m2 destiné à la location meublée, on a gardé tout ce qui faisait son charme : les poutres au plafond, les tomettes et le beau parquet au sol, et les portes. Mais on a revu l'organisation des espaces, en ouvrant la cuisine, et en agrandissant la salle de bain et le dressing. Un air de déco a par ailleurs géré clé en main l'ameublement et la décoration complète de l'appartement.

Custom Home - Todd's Fork Reserves

Legacy Custom Builders

Inspiration for a transitional living room in Cincinnati with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

One Riverside in Fitler Square

Henck Design LLC

This luxurious interior tells a story of more than a modern condo building in the heart of Philadelphia. It unfolds to reveal layers of history through Persian rugs, a mix of furniture styles, and has unified it all with an unexpected color story. The palette for this riverfront condo is grounded in natural wood textures and green plants that allow for a playful tension that feels both fresh and eclectic in a metropolitan setting. The high-rise unit boasts a long terrace with a western exposure that we outfitted with custom Lexington outdoor furniture distinct in its finishes and balance between fun and sophistication.

Plantation Shutters and Bamboo/Woven Wood Shades - Our Vintage Nest/SelectBlinds

Selectblinds

Our Vintage Nest Living Room- Bamboo Shades Over Plantation Shutters
This is an example of a modern living room in Phoenix.

La Palmeraie

User

Contemporary open concept living room in Paris with white walls, no fireplace, no tv and white floor.

Durham NC Home

Dhinoy Studios

Warm white living room accented with natural jute rug and linen furniture. White brick fireplace with wood mantle compliments light tone wood floors.

Morse Basement Total Renovation

Bender Homes LLC

Morse Lake basement renovation. Our clients made some great design choices, this basement is amazing! Great entertaining space, a wet bar, and pool room.

West Indies with a Contemporary Flair

Stofft Cooney Architects

Design ideas for a transitional open concept living room in Miami with white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

The White House

Nayan Soni Photography

Photo of a transitional living room in Bengaluru with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and beige floor.

Harmony Hall Ct. Interior Remodel

Streamline Construction

Inspiration for a transitional enclosed living room in Orange County with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.

Rénovation d'un appartement de 55m² sous les toits

PIXEL Architecture

Pixel Architecte
Design ideas for a scandinavian living room in Paris.

Son Verí House

Jorge Bibiloni Studio

This is an example of a contemporary living room in Other with grey floor.

Richard

Rosewood Custom Builders

This is an example of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Dallas with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Beige Living Room Design Photos

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 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 living room ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

Which 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 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 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 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.