Project Cooper & Ella - Living Room - Long Island, NY Interior Design: Jeanne Campana Design www.jeannecampanadesign.com
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed living room in New York with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Smith Bay Artisan Home

Modern Design Cabinetry

Expansive traditional formal open concept living room in Minneapolis with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, brown floor and coffered.

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.

Haute Home Office

Laurie DiGiacomo Interiors

A luxe home office that is beautiful enough to be the first room you see when walking in this home, but functional enough to be a true working office.

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.

Green Lane Residence

Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.

tom crane photography
Photo of a large traditional open concept living room in Philadelphia with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv and medium hardwood floors.

Skyline Flat in Rosslyn

FORMA Design

A double-sided custom cabinet, incorporating a ribbon fireplace on the living room side, with a flat screen monitor above, and office cabinetry for the study on the opposite side becomes a sophisticated space divider that becomes the focal point in both rooms. Modern furniture, custom rugs and other iconic furniture pieces complete the space. Photography: Geoffrey Hodgdon

Historic Downtown Charm Austin

Sarah Natsumi Moore

Sarah Natsumi Moore
Transitional formal living room in Austin with grey walls, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Sunset Plaza

KES Studio

Interiors by SFA Design Photography by Meghan Beierle-O'Brien
Photo of a large transitional enclosed living room in Los Angeles with a music area, a standard fireplace, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a wood fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Transitional with a Twist

Ann Lowengart Interiors

When crafting this transitional living room, it was crucial to design a space centered around a significant family heirloom, a circa 1600s tapestry. To best showcase this notable piece, we drew on the tapestry’s rich blues and warm amber to inform the room’s color palette. Stripping the space, we added built-in bookshelves and custom designed furniture for a layered, youthful feel. The result is a comfortable yet sophisticated living room ideal for entertaining.

Azurite

Inside Stories

Tight vignette of the living room console, Susie Brenner Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Denver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Caruth

Jan Jones LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic formal enclosed living room in Dallas with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, carpet and brown floor.

Crouch End Apartment

A New Day - Interior Design Studio

The living room at our Crouch End apartment project, creating a chic, cosy space to relax and entertain. A soft powder blue adorns the walls in a room that is flooded with natural light. Brass clad shelves bring a considered attention to detail, with contemporary fixtures contrasted with a traditional sofa shape.

Welcoming blue living room, Kemptown, Brighton

Absolute Project Management

This traditional fireplace has been given a new lease of life painted in crisp white which really draws in your attention. Green glass apothecary style jars and traditional floor lamps create a beautiful area. See more of this project at https://absoluteprojectmanagement.com/portfolio/suki-kemptown-brighton/

Beltran Fireplace Built-Ins - Wake Forest, NC

Woodmaster Custom Cabinets

These custom built-ins feature soft close shaker doors to match her existing kitchen cabinets, crown wrapped on the built-ins & above the fireplace, and adjustable shelves making the customization with her built-ins a breeze.

Industrial Pad

TEW Design Studio

This redesigned, previously awkward, fireplace has now become the focal point of this clean and contemporary living room. A large art piece hangs above a large sectional making this room feel more like the right scale in an open space. Photo Credit: Bob Fortner

Cumming GA Main Level Interior Design /Remodel

Home Expressions Interiors by Laura Bloom Inc.

fotografikarts.com
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional living room in Atlanta with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Tuna Canyon, Topanga

Interior Particulier

Large contemporary formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, a corner fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, exposed beam and light hardwood floors.

Other Rooms

Mutschler Kitchens

This is an example of a living room in Detroit with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

My cushions - Modern Bohemian Style

Sweet William

Paula Mills
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic living room in Melbourne with painted wood floors and a wood fireplace surround.

Blue Living Room Design Photos with a Wood Fireplace Surround

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.