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

Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, light hardwood floors and grey floor.

Hill House

Kaiko Design Interiors

Main living space - Dulux Terracotta Chip paint on the upper and ceiling with Dulux suede effect in matching colour to lower Dado. Matching curved sofas with graphic black and white accents. All lighting custom designed - shop today at Kaiko Design

Manly 20

Watershed Architects

Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Sydney with white walls, carpet, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Research Outer Eastern Melbourne

Substance Within

Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Melbourne with white walls, grey floor and wallpaper.

The Bromley

Dalecki Design

Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Perth with white walls and grey floor.

Yarraville – Sustainable Home

Michael Worth Projects

Photo of a contemporary living room in Melbourne with white walls, concrete floors, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Smith and Primmer, Steve Andrea & Karin McNamara Design

Housing Industry Association - HIA

This complex build is underpinned by the use of detailed off-form concrete forms, exotic internal and external finishes, copper cladding and roofing, painted steel windows, bespoke joinery, traditional venetian render and highly detailed steel elements. The detailing and craftsmanship is second-to-none, with the home displaying sympathy for its surroundings; evolving from its inception to creation.

Willoughby

Glenstone Living

This is an example of a contemporary living room in Sydney with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and brick walls.

Brighton: Renovation & Extension

First Avenue Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and grey floor.

Contemporary Refinement

emme designs

Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Melbourne with brown walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Paddington Residence

zooi design

This is an example of a contemporary living room in Sunshine Coast with white walls, light hardwood floors and grey floor.

The Newhaven

McLachlan Homes

This is an example of a contemporary living room in Sunshine Coast with white walls and grey floor.

Golden Isles Residence 1

2id Interiors

Emilio Collavino
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary formal open concept living room in Miami with porcelain floors, no fireplace, no tv and grey floor.

Swarnabhoomi Residence

ART OF SPACE Studio | Ayesha Kansal

The beauty of this informal living area lies within its modular sofa seating, a stunning marble coffee table and an awe-inspiring rug. Paired with an over-sized artwork and a decorative light, this makes for a perfect space to spend time with friends and family.

Windy Hill

Kasia Karska Design

This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in Denver with grey walls, concrete floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

Fitzroy North House

MMAD Architecture

Living room with continuous burnished concrete floor extending to external living area and outdoor kitchen with barbeque. stacking full height steel framed doors and windows maximise exposure to outdoor space and allow for maximum light to fill the living area. Built in joinery. Image by: Jack Lovel Photography

Casa Demetra

Ceramiche & Design LAB

Zona living open con scala a vista. Gli elementi che compongono la scala sono: parapetto in vetro extrachiaro, scale in gres porcellanato effetto cemento e parete in gres porcellanata effetto cemento.

Hazelwood

Miri Design Ltd

Contemporary open concept living room in Hertfordshire with white walls, carpet, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Marylebone

Vogue Kitchens

Mid-sized contemporary living room in London with concrete floors and grey floor.

Contemporary Living Room Design Photos with Grey Floor

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.