Built by Keystone Custom Builders, Inc. Photo by Shana Eddy
Large transitional living room in Denver with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and exposed beam.

Casa AF - Bologna

Bianca Maria Canepa architetto

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Bologna with a library, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, exposed beam and panelled walls.

L'ingresso visto dal soggiorno

Giacometti Interiors s.r.l.

La grande area soggiorno viene separata dalla zona pranzo e cucina attraverso una libreria bifacciale a montanti verticali e al blocco del camino. Il mobile tv riprende i toni del grigio basalto e del marmo emperador, mood dell'intera zona giorno.

水色の壁のビンテージ、マンションリノベーション

株式会社a3　(エーサン）

100平米声の都心のビンテージマンション。ビンテージの雰囲気を残しつつ更新したLDK. アクセントに室内窓を取り付けた。
Inspiration for a large country open concept living room in Tokyo with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Grand Custom Home

FLR Developments

Beautiful exposed glulam beams with led lighting.
Inspiration for an expansive traditional open concept living room in Calgary with exposed beam.

Marine et Nico

Constellations Studio

This is an example of a small traditional open concept living room in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors and exposed beam.

The Cistern

Peter de Bretteville Architect

The existing concrete water tank, with interior dimensions 50 foot diameter and 28 foot height, was built in 1907 on a high south facing ridge overlooking the City of New Haven and Long Island Sound. Monumental red rock formations of similar height, East Rock and West Rock, define the natural landscape boundaries of the City and frame the views from this high point. The evolution of the neighborhood toward residential uses and other elements such as the four columns of the interior supporting the roof on a two way grid of beams as well as the size of the tank made it ideal for reuse as a dwelling. By insulating the 10" thick roof slab and the 18" thick concrete walls, on the outside maximum advantage is taken of the thermal mass. The approach from the street is by a stair on the east side which rises 9 feet to the 100 foot square level area on which the water tank sits. To the west of the stair at street level is the garage, once an underground vault for valves. A climb to the top reveals views over the City and Sound while the porch to the left invites entry. At the center, a two story high library, bounded by four columns and lit by four circular skylights, orders the scheme. The living room within the two story high 'bow' to the south opens to a porch shaded by grape vines which replaced an earlier canvas roof. The kitchen to the east is intended as the primary eating place although the library can be the focus of larger feasts. The studio to the north is lit by a two story high glass wall and bounded by offices. On the second floor, the bedrooms flank the upper library space while bathrooms and dressing rooms are placed to the north. The deep existing wall and projecting bays create window seats at east and west openings. At all other openings the glass is set within the wall. The roof is accessed from outside by the spiral stair in the existing octagonal tower.

Hotel Design

Couture Concepts Interiors

Work designed and completed while working for another employer. The communal lounge and dining areas were designed to be a plush and inviting space, perfect for relaxing with loved ones. The colour palette was inspired by the stunning Keswick hills, bringing the beauty of nature indoors.

古民家リノベ

Li'ｓ　Space　Design　LABO　　　　　　　　　【リズ　スペースデザインラボ】

築９０年の古民家を独特のヴィンテージスタイルにリノベーション。若いご夫婦のメインのLDKと母屋と別の玄関・寝室及びフリースペースが主な施工内容。よく見る古民家リノベのダーク色の感じとはまた違ったテイストに仕上がっている。
Photo of an expansive asian open concept living room in Other with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and exposed beam.

Long Grove, IL 3

Heartstone Custom Builders

Design ideas for an enclosed living room in Chicago with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor and exposed beam.

水上高原の別荘

冨田秀雄建築アトリエ

大きなダイニング、キッチン。その奥に暖炉ｽﾍﾟｰｽ、さらに床下がりのリビングが続きます。円形暖炉ﾃｰﾌﾞﾙは、もう一つのﾘﾋﾞﾝｸﾞｽﾍﾟｰｽとして活用
Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in Other with black walls, plywood floors, a hanging fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor and exposed beam.

Showküche & Hofladen - Westerberger Fullblood

Remo Stilhof

Verkostung von Wein und Wagyu in ansprechendem Ambiente. Aus einer Komposition von Metall, Holz und Rohstahl, Stein und Stoffen, hochwertigen Geräten sowie verschiedenen Handwerkstechniken und Haptiken an den Fronten, geschmackvollen Accessoires und gemütlichem Sitzmobiliar entstand auf dem Westerberger Fullblood Hof ein besonderes, einladendes Unikat.

椴ノ木の段違いダイニングの家／八百津町

永井政光建築設計事務所

Photo of a mid-sized asian formal enclosed living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, orange floor and exposed beam.

Recherche de mobilier

Lucile C Design

Ce projet nous a demandé une recherche de mobilier pour deux salons. Ces salons sont tous les deux dans la même pièce. Grand manoir dans un ancien domaine viticole près de Nantes nous n’avons fais que très peau de travaux dans cette pièce si ce n’est que la peinture du mur en noir. La plupart du manoir avait déjà été remis au goût du jour par les anciens propriétaires. Dans cette immense pièce de plus de 80m2, nous avons donc fait 4 espaces différents : 2 salons, un coin cabinet de curiosité, et un petit jardin d’intérieur. Le salon principal est celui qui prend le plus d’espace dans la pièce. Il se compose de 3 canapés et 2 fauteuils de couleur sombre pour les poser dans l’espace. Le fait que la matière soit en velours leur apport un aspect nacré qui renvoie la lumière. Celle ci arrive directement des 3 baies vitrées qui encadrent le salon. La table basse, créée spécialement pour ce salon est encadrée de miroirs qui agrandissent eux aussi la pièce. Et rendent surtout la table imposante. Son plateau est en céramique effet marbre noir avec des rayures blanches et orangées. Tout cela contribue à rendre ce salon imposant mais qui nous invite tout de même à recevoir. Un salon plus petit et sur des couleurs plus neutres se trouve à côté. Les canapé capitonnés, le gris, le bois, les coussins et les plaids sont là pour donner l’envie de se lover près de la cheminée ou devant un bon film. La recherche de mobilier est aussi passée par la création d’un jardin d’intérieur, liant les différents espaces. Nous retrouvons dans celui-ci un grand palmier de 4,5 mètres, et différentes plantes grasses et exotiques.

Westwood Los Angeles Kitchen and family room design and remodel

KaramiaDesigns Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean open concept living room in Los Angeles with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and exposed beam.

Airbnb Apt 203

Matthew Lechowick Design

TV and plant on my black MLD hidden media console
This is an example of an industrial living room in Sacramento with porcelain floors, beige floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

Un loft sophistiqué

Sarah-archi-in

Photo of an industrial living room in Marseille with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace and exposed beam.

Finished Basement with Bar, Bathroom and Kids Playhouse in Bloomfield Hills, MI

Finished Basements Plus

Photo of a large formal open concept living room in Detroit with carpet, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and exposed beam.

築80年の古民家

アルフレッシュ

夕方が近づくと、杉板や植物に影が刻まれます。シャンデリアからこぼれるオレンジ色の光が、リビングにほのかな光を落とします。薄暗くなるにつれ、えもいえぬような陰影が生まれ、静穏を楽しめる大人のための贅沢な空間へと変化していきます。
Inspiration for a small asian open concept living room in Other with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv, brown floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Grandridge

DFS Construction Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and exposed beam.

Black Living Room Design Photos with Exposed Beam

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.