Photo of a country open concept living room in Austin with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and planked wall panelling.

Van Norden Lodge

Colossus Mfg.

Cabin living room with wrapped exposed beams, central fireplace, oversized leather couch, and seating area beside the entry stairs.
Large country open concept living room in Sacramento with multi-coloured walls, laminate floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Modern Farmhouse

Lakeside Custom Homes

Modern farmhouse living room featuring beamed, vaulted ceiling with storefront black aluminum windows.
Inspiration for a large country open concept living room in Other with ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

barn inspired ranch house

Interior Changes home design & consulting

In the gathering space of the great room, there is conversational seating for eight or more... and perfect seating for television viewing for the couple who live here, when it's just the two of them.

Living Room Facelift

Grayscale Homes Designs

Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in New York with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

English Barn House

Rhinehart Pulliam & Company, LLC

Inspiration for a country open concept living room in Atlanta with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Cozy Family Room - Watch Hill, RI

Burrow & Nest

Photo of a large country open concept family room in Providence with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, planked wall panelling, a wall-mounted tv and vaulted.

Indian Hills Remodel

restyle design, llc

Photo of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Denver with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Mountain Eclectic

Colossus Mfg.

This living rooms A-frame wood paneled ceiling allows lots of natural light to shine through onto its Farrow & Ball dark shiplap walls. The space boasts a large geometric rug made of natural fibers from Meadow Blu, a dark grey heather sofa from RH, a custom green Nickey Kehoe couch, a McGee and Co. gold chandelier, and a hand made reclaimed wood coffee table.

Fun and Colorful in San Jose

Carmit Oron Interior Design

Mid-sized country formal open concept living room in San Francisco with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Cliffside Farmhouse // Modern Farmhouse

Younger Homes

Mid-sized country open concept family room in Austin with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Creighton Woods

Judith Balis Interiors

I used soft arches, warm woods, and loads of texture to create a warm and sophisticated yet casual space.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country living room in Boise with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

RedBank Renovation

AHD&Co

This is an example of a country formal living room in New York with blue walls, medium hardwood floors and planked wall panelling.

Saratoga

Melissa Nierman Designs

Inspiration for an expansive country open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor, timber, planked wall panelling and a freestanding tv.

Fireplace, Gateway Grove Lot 7, Warsaw, IN

T.L. Jackson Construction

The living room area features a beautiful shiplap and tile surround around the gas fireplace.
This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Other with white walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, multi-coloured floor and planked wall panelling.

Fishers Remodel

Emergent Construction

Photo of a country enclosed living room in Indianapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Hollywood Actor's Off Grid Tiny Home

Tru Form Tiny

This Tiny Home features Blue stained pine for the ceiling, pine wall boards in white, custom barn door, custom steel work throughout, and modern minimalist window trim.

Forest Heights Residence

Katy Krider Interior Design LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized country open concept family room in Portland with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a wall-mounted tv, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

The Modern Farmhouse

Lifestyle by Stadler

This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Austin with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Family Room

Forte Building Group, LLC

Mid-sized country open concept family room in Nashville with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Country Living Design Ideas with Planked Wall Panelling

The best room for gathering with your family and friends in a cosy environment is your living room or family room. You want to hang out where the lounge furniture is the most comfortable and sofas or chairs create a sense of homeliness. Filling this important space with cheap furniture is unlikely to bring you the same long-lasting comfort as a quality chaise lounge or a couch. These choices will directly affect the quality of your evenings as you wind down from the daily grind. While planning a renovation or redesign, weigh up the priorities of seating, heating, an entertainment unit and bookcases. Identify your main activity in the room and and design around that. Many country living rooms aren't complete without a fireplace, but if you can't accommodate that, invest in built-in or furniture that suits your home. Common trends include Danish furniture and other kinds of Scandinavian furniture. Plush sofas, recliner chairs and sofa beds will always be popular. Finally, when the big components are planned out, think about what colour scheme and decor will best suit you and your family. If needed, an interior designer can help here.

Should I include a fireplace in my living room or family room?

Depending on your climate, a fireplace might be a great way to add warmth and interest to your living space. Even if your location is warm year-round, you can always add a faux fireplace or nonfunctioning fireplace as part of your decor. There are many options to choose from, so be sure to check them out. A wood-burning fireplace gives an authentic experience, though a gas one still emits heat without the mess. A double-sided or corner unit strays from the ordinary, or you can go with a wood stove fireplace if you're looking for a piece of art. If you want a contemporary touch, veer away from the traditional wood or tile mantel by going with stone, concrete or metal instead.

What kind of built-ins should I add to my living room?

Although it might not seem glamorous, having enough storage is instrumental when it comes to keeping the room organised and practical. Built-in bookcases, shelves and cabinets are a great way to add hidden, functional storage for all the knickknacks you accumulate. Movie and gaming buffs will love a custom entertainment centre, with enough cabinets for movies, speakers and electronic accessories; you can even create a media room with a projector and lounge chairs! If you still have room to spare, include a booth for homework or craft projects.

How do I decorate my home interiors?

When it comes to decorating, neutrals are always the safe option because they look good and never go out of style. They also give any artwork you hang enough breathing space. If you do want to try out a bolder colour scheme, add colour with walls and country accessories. That way, if you get sick of a colour, you can quickly repaint the walls and find new knickknacks, instead of having to replace your sofas every time trends change. Popular colours include blue, green and grey, but don't be afraid to try bright colours like red or yellow, even if it's just on an accent wall. Finally, make sure there is plenty of light. Recessed or track lighting are great ways to hit every corner — better yet, add more natural light by installing additional windows or a skylight.