Photography by Erica George Dines
Design ideas for a country living room in Atlanta with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a concealed tv.

Independence Farmhouse

Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.

Scott Amundson Photography
Design ideas for a country living room in Minneapolis with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

Marsh Hawk (Fall 2017 Parade Winner)

Epic Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Other with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

Yellowstone Club Family Retreat

Eggers Architecture, Inc.

Great room in log and stone residence. Large wood burning fireplace with moss rock stone veneer. Log trusses and walls glazed for antiqued appearance. Expansive windows with view to ski mountain.

Woodsong House

Will Miller Architect

Photo of a mid-sized country loft-style living room in Orlando with a concealed tv.

Creekside Cottage

Amy A. Alper, Architect

An addition wrapping an existing 1920's cottage. PEric Rorer
Photo of a mid-sized country open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

country farmhouse remodel

Interior Changes home design & consulting

Beth Welsh Interior Changes home design
This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Milwaukee with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

15th Century Cottage, Dunmow, Essex

Nine Lives

Sitting room with wood burning stove
Photo of a mid-sized country formal enclosed living room in Essex with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

Great Room

Porth Architects, Ltd.

The living room features a large wood burning fireplace flanked by sliding french doors leading to the porch. Roger Wade photo.
Inspiration for a large country open concept living room in Other with green walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

Cotswolds Cottage

Imperfect Interiors

We added a jute rug, bespoke curtain, antique furniture & a dark stained wood floor to our Cotswolds Cottage project. Interior Design by Imperfect Interiors Armada Cottage is available to rent at www.armadacottagecotswolds.co.uk

Appalachian Farmhouse

4 Forty Four

Photo of a mid-sized country formal enclosed living room in Other with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, dark hardwood floors and white floor.

Modern Lake House

Studio McGee

This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Modern Farmhouse in Richmond, Texas

Purser Architectural

Purser Architectural Custom Home Design built by CAM Builders LLC
This is an example of a mid-sized country formal open concept living room in Houston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and a concealed tv.

Cottagewood Residence

Aspect Design Build

Intricate ceiling details play off the reclaimed beams, industrial elements, and hand scraped, wide plank, white oak floors.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

Our Work

Artisan Hardwood Floors LLC

Design ideas for a small country formal enclosed living room in Atlanta with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a concealed tv and brown floor.

CLAREMONT Interior Design by Imagine: San Joaquin

Jami Abbadessa

I started by redesigning their fireplace with a stacked stone surround, travertine herringbone hearth and I had my handyman make me a rustic wood mantel. Above, we mounted the TV, but it was quite unsightly, so we hung a mirrored cabinet over it to hide it. Next up were the rustic wood clad walls. I wanted to bring some warmth and texture to the space by adding a wood element. I had the same handyman install this labor of love. A new chandelier replaced the old ceiling fan, new custom drapes were installed, the chest of drawers was repainted and all furnishings and decor are new with the exception of the coffee table and a side table. The result is another simple, rustic and cozy space to relax with family and friends.

Spanish Peaks House

BLUE RIBBON BUILDERS INC

With enormous rectangular beams and round log posts, the Spanish Peaks House is a spectacular study in contrasts. Even the exterior—with horizontal log slab siding and vertical wood paneling—mixes textures and styles beautifully. An outdoor rock fireplace, built-in stone grill and ample seating enable the owners to make the most of the mountain-top setting. Inside, the owners relied on Blue Ribbon Builders to capture the natural feel of the home’s surroundings. A massive boulder makes up the hearth in the great room, and provides ideal fireside seating. A custom-made stone replica of Lone Peak is the backsplash in a distinctive powder room; and a giant slab of granite adds the finishing touch to the home’s enviable wood, tile and granite kitchen. In the daylight basement, brushed concrete flooring adds both texture and durability. Roger Wade

Rustic Luxury Residence

Purple Cherry Architects

In the double-height great room, reclaimed hand-hewn timber frames evoke the feel of a countryside stable. Equestrian inspired artwork adorns the walls, mimicking the natural hues of a stable.

Stone Fireplace in Cottage Farmhouse

Maraya Interior Design

Old World European, Country Cottage. Three separate cottages make up this secluded village over looking a private lake in an old German, English, and French stone villa style. Hand scraped arched trusses, wide width random walnut plank flooring, distressed dark stained raised panel cabinetry, and hand carved moldings make these traditional farmhouse cottage buildings look like they have been here for 100s of years. Newly built of old materials, and old traditional building methods, including arched planked doors, leathered stone counter tops, stone entry, wrought iron straps, and metal beam straps. The Lake House is the first, a Tudor style cottage with a slate roof, 2 bedrooms, view filled living room open to the dining area, all overlooking the lake. The Carriage Home fills in when the kids come home to visit, and holds the garage for the whole idyllic village. This cottage features 2 bedrooms with on suite baths, a large open kitchen, and an warm, comfortable and inviting great room. All overlooking the lake. The third structure is the Wheel House, running a real wonderful old water wheel, and features a private suite upstairs, and a work space downstairs. All homes are slightly different in materials and color, including a few with old terra cotta roofing. Project Location: Ojai, California. Project designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu and Calabasas, across the tri-county area of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills.

Gothic Cottage - Award Finalist

Daniel Contelmo Architects

The TV is concealed behind two small sliding doors mounted with barn door hardware. Photographer: Daniel Contelmo Jr.
Design ideas for a large country formal open concept living room in New York with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv and beige floor.

Country Living Room Design Photos with a Concealed TV

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

Which country 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 country 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 country 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 country 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.