Agence Alexandra BOUSSAGOL - Architectes

Un duplex charmant avec vue sur les toits de Paris. Une rénovation douce qui a modernisé ces espaces. L'appartement est clair et chaleureux. Ce projet familial nous a permis de créer 4 chambres et d'optimiser l'espace. La bibliothèque sur mesure en multiple bouleau nous permet de dissimuler la télévision au dessus de la cheminée. Un bel ensemble pour habiller ce mur.

Lynas House

Birney Architects

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in Other with a library, white walls, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Discovery Ridge

Lara Hontzias Interior Design

This home was a total renovation overhaul! I started working with this wonderful family a couple of years ago on the exterior and it grew from there! Exterior, full main floor, full upper floor and bonus room all renovated by the time we were done. The addition of wood beams, hardwood flooring and brick bring depth and warmth to the house. We added a lot of different lighting throughout the house. Lighting for art, accent and task lighting - there is no shortage now. Herringbone and diagonal tile bring character along with varied finishes throughout the house. We played with different light fixtures, metals and textures and we believe the result is truly amazing! Basement next?

Contemporary Living Room

Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in San Francisco with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, white walls and brown floor.

Hampshire Cottage

Chris Snook

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Design ideas for a small contemporary enclosed living room in London with white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and beige floor.

Lincoln Square Residence

Searl Lamaster Howe Architects

A view of the living room and foyer beyond. The bold orange entry door is a pleasant surprise one only sees after winding around a tall brick wall. Within the entry is a wall of walnut paneling with a hidden door leading to a large closet. The stairs lead up to a second floor landing with a glass railing that opens onto a double height space capped with a series of five over-scaled skylights.

Interior Living Room

Nautilus Architects

Photo: Randall Perry
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary open concept living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Breezy Brentwood

Jill Wolff Interior Design

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Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Los Angeles with yellow walls, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

5th Street House

Mickus Projects

Benjamin Photographics
Mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a corner tv.

Brush Prairie House

Jessica Helgerson Interior Design

Inspiration for a contemporary open concept living room in Portland with white walls, a two-sided fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

29 Polo Club

semple brown design

Sunken Living Room toward Fireplace
Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept living room in Denver with a music area, multi-coloured walls, travertine floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, grey floor, wood and brick walls.

The Black Box

Atelier Bond

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Adelaide with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, grey floor, timber and brick walls.

Malibu Oak | Alta Vista Collection | Houston, Texas

Hallmark Floors

This is an example of a contemporary living room in Houston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and beige floor.

Downshire Residence

Dylan Barber Building Design

Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Geelong with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

STR8 Modern Residence

REHAU Cabinet Doors

Alyssa Lee Photography
This is an example of a contemporary formal living room in Minneapolis with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and no tv.

Paran Valley kitchen

Terracotta Studio

Photography by Jeff Herr
Photo of a contemporary formal living room in Atlanta with a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Feng Shui Living

Calming Spaces Interiors, Design & Remodeling

Contemporary formal loft-style living room in Austin with grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Chelsea Studio Apartment

14+CO Design Studio

Julie Florio Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Mantel Makeovers

Reclaimed Enterprises

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

Chancery Place House

Jessica Dauray Interiors/Elements Of Style

The use of elegant, formally interesting rugs and textiles conveys a contemporary design to this living room. Living Room Manufacturers - Fabrics: Romo, Kravet, Brunschwig & Fils Lighting: Barbara Cosgrove, Currey & Company Area Rug - Madeline Weinrib Accessories: Arteriors Singleton Photography

Contemporary Living Room Design Photos with a Brick 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 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.