Inspiration for a large country formal open concept living room in Sacramento with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Traditional Farmhouse

McKinney Homes LLC

David White Photography
Inspiration for a large country open concept living room in Austin with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Lynnfield Farmhouse - Cummings Architects

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

When Cummings Architects first met with the owners of this understated country farmhouse, the building’s layout and design was an incoherent jumble. The original bones of the building were almost unrecognizable. All of the original windows, doors, flooring, and trims – even the country kitchen – had been removed. Mathew and his team began a thorough design discovery process to find the design solution that would enable them to breathe life back into the old farmhouse in a way that acknowledged the building’s venerable history while also providing for a modern living by a growing family. The redesign included the addition of a new eat-in kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms, wrap around porch, and stone fireplaces. To begin the transforming restoration, the team designed a generous, twenty-four square foot kitchen addition with custom, farmers-style cabinetry and timber framing. The team walked the homeowners through each detail the cabinetry layout, materials, and finishes. Salvaged materials were used and authentic craftsmanship lent a sense of place and history to the fabric of the space. The new master suite included a cathedral ceiling showcasing beautifully worn salvaged timbers. The team continued with the farm theme, using sliding barn doors to separate the custom-designed master bath and closet. The new second-floor hallway features a bold, red floor while new transoms in each bedroom let in plenty of light. A summer stair, detailed and crafted with authentic details, was added for additional access and charm. Finally, a welcoming farmer’s porch wraps around the side entry, connecting to the rear yard via a gracefully engineered grade. This large outdoor space provides seating for large groups of people to visit and dine next to the beautiful outdoor landscape and the new exterior stone fireplace. Though it had temporarily lost its identity, with the help of the team at Cummings Architects, this lovely farmhouse has regained not only its former charm but also a new life through beautifully integrated modern features designed for today’s family. Photo by Eric Roth

Modern Farmhouse Living Room

Jenna Sue Design Co.

Jenna Sue
This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Tampa with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and grey floor.

Mill Race Loop

Talie Jane Interiors

A clean and simple mountain modern great room with fantastic mountain views.
Photo of a large country open concept living room in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

New England Barn Home Farmhouse

ArtCraft Homes LLC

"Victoria Point" farmhouse barn home by Yankee Barn Homes, customized by Paul Dierkes, Architect. Open beamed living room with stone fireplace. Flooring of white oak. Doors and windows by Marvin.

Modern Luxe Farmhouse

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

European White Oak Floors by Hallmark, Novella Hawthorne
Country formal open concept living room in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Vineyard Guest/Pool House

Miyuki Yamaguchi Design Studio

This white and bright pool house awaits friends and family to gather and relax. The design is fairly simple and casual yet the high vaulted ceiling and millwork offers just enough "feel good" space. The sheer curtains and natural woven shade add pleasant softness and texture to the room.

Living Room Fireplace

Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

Stunning living room with vaulted ceiling adorned with pine beams. Hardscraped rift and quarter sawn white oak floors. Two-sided stained white brick fireplace with limestone hearth. Beautiful built-in custom cabinets by Ayr Cabinet Company. General contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.; Architecture by Helman Sechrist Architecture; Home Design by Maple & White Design; Photography by Marie Kinney Photography. Images are the property of Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc. and may not be used without written permission. — with Hoosier Hardwood Floors, Quality Window & Door, Inc., JCS Fireplace, Inc. and J&N Stone, Inc..

Lovely In Lynn Valley

Shakespeare Homes and Renovations Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Vancouver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Rustic Modern Design Build

Lovett Building /Eclipse Building

Design ideas for a country living room in Sacramento with light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Réalisation 2018

GuillaumeH

Country enclosed living room in Angers with grey walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

CHALET MODERNE

LES EDITEURS

Inspiration for an expansive country formal living room in Lyon with light hardwood floors and orange floor.

Minnesota Private Residence

Lappin Lighting

Country formal living room in Minneapolis with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Divide Whole House Renovation, Snowmass Colorado

Anne Grice Interiors

Large country living room in Denver with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, white walls and beige floor.

Peninsula Ridge II Residence

MHK Architecture & Planning - Carolinas

Inspiration for a country open concept living room in Other with light hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, a ribbon fireplace, beige floor, a library and green walls.

Project 1312

Verity & Beverley Ltd

Inspiration for a country living room in Gloucestershire with light hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Loft living in Shoreditch

Veronica Rodriguez Interior Photography

Photography by Veronica Rodriguez Interior Photography.
This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Modern farmhouse

Clearwater Builders

This is an example of a large country formal open concept living room in Other with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Pye Residence

Di Nunzio Architecture

Inspiration for a country formal living room in Houston with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Country Living Room Design Photos with Light Hardwood Floors

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.