This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Geelong with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Stretchy Space

Ande Bunbury Architects

Built in storage hides entertainment equipment and incorporates a folded steel stair to a mezzanine storage space in this apartment. Custom designed floating shelves easily allow for a rotating display of the owners art collection. By keeping clutter hidden away this apartment is kept simple and spacious.

Open Floor Plan Contemporary Style Resident Los Angeles

GAVIN GREEN HOME DESIGN LLC

This contemporary transitional great family living room has a cozy lived-in look, but still looks crisp with fine custom made contemporary furniture made of kiln-dried Alder wood from sustainably harvested forests and hard solid maple wood with premium finishes and upholstery treatments. Stone textured fireplace wall makes a bold sleek statement in the space.

Sacramento Chic Entertainer

Nar Design Group

This home remodel is a celebration of curves and light. Starting from humble beginnings as a basic builder ranch style house, the design challenge was maximizing natural light throughout and providing the unique contemporary style the client’s craved. The Entry offers a spectacular first impression and sets the tone with a large skylight and an illuminated curved wall covered in a wavy pattern Porcelanosa tile. The chic entertaining kitchen was designed to celebrate a public lifestyle and plenty of entertaining. Celebrating height with a robust amount of interior architectural details, this dynamic kitchen still gives one that cozy feeling of home sweet home. The large “L” shaped island accommodates 7 for seating. Large pendants over the kitchen table and sink provide additional task lighting and whimsy. The Dekton “puzzle” countertop connection was designed to aid the transition between the two color countertops and is one of the homeowner’s favorite details. The built-in bistro table provides additional seating and flows easily into the Living Room. A curved wall in the Living Room showcases a contemporary linear fireplace and tv which is tucked away in a niche. Placing the fireplace and furniture arrangement at an angle allowed for more natural walkway areas that communicated with the exterior doors and the kitchen working areas. The dining room’s open plan is perfect for small groups and expands easily for larger events. Raising the ceiling created visual interest and bringing the pop of teal from the Kitchen cabinets ties the space together. A built-in buffet provides ample storage and display. The Sitting Room (also called the Piano room for its previous life as such) is adjacent to the Kitchen and allows for easy conversation between chef and guests. It captures the homeowner’s chic sense of style and joie de vivre.

Appartement rue de Maubeuge

Atelier OLK

Salon de style haussmannien avec moulures élégantes au plafond et aux murs. La cheminée centrale est mise en valeur par des bibliothèques aériennes en bois et laiton doré.

California contemporary living room

popix designs

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

"GROWING FAMILY" APT in Genova

Marco Cassottana Architetto

Photo Credit: Alessandro Peirano Photography La veletta in cartongesso la fa da padrona! Grazie all'uso di quest'opera siamo riusciti a dare sia una luce indiretta all'ambiente per le serate "Cinema" e sia ospitare i faretti posti direttamente sopra la zona Divano, utili soprattutto per la lettura. Non dimenticatevi, le due linee elettriche vanno differenziate con due comandi distinti! Così potrete accendere una fonte luminosa indipendentemente dall'altra oppure sfruttarle insieme per dare più luce al salone Living!

Las Canoas Remodel Bifold Doors Open

Allen Construction

Architect: Richard Warner General Contractor: Allen Construction Photo Credit: Jim Bartsch Award Winner: Master Design Awards, Best of Show
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Santa Barbara with a standard fireplace, no tv, a plaster fireplace surround, white walls and light hardwood floors.

Staircase Renovation | White & Embedded Glass | Beaconsfield

Abbott-Wade Staircases

Location: Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire Overview: This light and airy staircase renovation in Beaconsfield has transformed the hallway, stairs, and landing into a brighter, more open space. With clean white finishes and subtle modern detailing, the new design maximises natural light and delivers a striking contemporary feel. Category: This stylish staircase renovation was expertly carried out by cladding over the original structural framework while replacing key visible components—such as balustrades, handrails, and newel posts. The result is a beautifully refreshed staircase that looks entirely new, without the need for a full rebuild. Style: Designed to complement the home’s modern interior, the staircase introduces a minimalist, light-filled aesthetic. Every element—from the bright white timber to the frameless-style glass panels—works together to create a fresh and inviting atmosphere. Timber Selection: Crafted using pre-finished Brilliant White timber, all components are expertly sprayed in-house by Abbott-Wade’s specialist finishing team. The result is a pristine, furniture-grade finish that’s both durable and visually stunning. Newel Posts & Caps: Square-profile newel posts, painted brilliant white, are finished with shaped Kerf tops to add a subtle, design-led feature that enhances the clean lines of the staircase. Handrail Style: A white tapered handrail complements the posts and ensures a comfortable, ergonomic grip while continuing the staircase’s minimalist style. Balustrade: Embedded 10mm toughened glass panels are set directly into the rails to maintain uninterrupted sightlines. The glass allows light to pass freely through the stairwell, making the area appear significantly larger and brighter. Treads: A soft, modern carpet finishes the treads and risers, offering both comfort underfoot and a warm contrast to the white timber and glass elements. In Summary: This Beaconsfield renovation delivers a fresh, modern staircase that brightens and elevates the entire entrance area. With its combination of bright white finishes, sleek glass detailing, and clean design, it creates an impressive yet timeless centrepiece for the home.

4BARCELONE

Maud Beaugrand-Bernard Architecte

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Paris with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors and a freestanding tv.

Agencement de Salon TV

Rubeo.

Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Bordeaux with a library, grey walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Décoration et peinture de l'ensemble d'une maison

Batiste.g.décoration

This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in Angers with yellow walls, ceramic floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, white floor and exposed beam.

New Custom Home - Sanctuary Lakes

First Avenue Homes

Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, dark hardwood floors and vaulted.

Зеркальный шкаф

Ксения Розанцева | Творческая группа «Оcобинка»

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in Moscow with a library, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

Счастливы вместе - реализация

Дизайн-студия "Gradiz"

This is an example of a small contemporary formal open concept living room in Yekaterinburg with grey walls, vinyl floors, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, a ribbon fireplace and decorative wall panelling.

Contemporary Living Room

Small contemporary living room in Hong Kong with grey walls, ceramic floors, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

East meets West: living room redesign

ULLE Studio

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, carpet, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

A unique project combining elegance and comfort

Mon Concept Habitation - London

This project is the result of research and work lasting several months. This magnificent Haussmannian apartment will inspire you if you are looking for refined and original inspiration. Here the lights are decorative objects in their own right. Sometimes they take the form of a cloud in the children's room, delicate bubbles in the parents' or floating halos in the living rooms. The majestic kitchen completely hugs the long wall. It is a unique creation by eggersmann by Paul & Benjamin. A very important piece for the family, it has been designed both to allow them to meet and to welcome official invitations. The master bathroom is a work of art. There is a minimalist Italian stone shower. Wood gives the room a chic side without being too conspicuous. It is the same wood used for the construction of boats: solid, noble and above all waterproof.

Winkelbungalow

K-MÄLEON Haus GmbH

Dieser Doppelhaus-Bungalow ist ein Hybridhaus der Größe K-XL und wird als Einfamilienhaus mit Einliegerwohnung genutzt. Wie gewohnt wurden Grundriss und Gestaltung vollkommen individuell umgesetzt. Durch die Atrien wird jeder Quadratmeter des innovativen Einfamilienhauses mit Licht durchflutet. Die quadratische Grundform der Glas-Dachspitze ermöglicht eine zu allen Seiten gleichmäßige Lichtverteilung. Die Besonderheiten bei diesem Projekt sind die innenliegende Garage mit Sichtfenster, die kreative Einrichtung und der große Wohn- und Essbereich.

Calore nordico per due

Sara Soliani Design

Nel soggiorno trova posto un tavolo allungabile che può ospitare fino ad 8 persone. Sulla parete corta il mobile tv sospeso ha due grandi cassetti contenitori, e tre pensili dove riporre bicchieri e liquori. La tv è installata a parete con un sistema a snodo che permette di orientarla verso il tavolo o il divano a seconda delle esigenze. La lunga parete a sinistra è stata utilizzata per esporre le fotografie dei proprietari, con cornici di varie forme e dimensioni

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

Which contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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.