Eclectic enclosed living room in New York with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor and panelled walls.

Downsizing, but Upscaling

Just the Thing

The large main area of this condo is divided into living room and dining room. With a common wall measuring 35', adding architectural detail was a priority. We installed 1/4" thick MDF strips between the existing crown and baseboard mouldings and painted them the same colour as the walls, creating a subtle panelled look. In the living room, a large tufted leather sectional defines the seating area, grounded by a contemporary version of a Persian rug. A custom fireplace wall is the focal point, with a pair of charcoal lacquer built-ins flanking a softly veined slab of polished stone. In order to better appreciate the beauty of the stone, we mounted the TV (not shown) on the wall to the left of the fireplace feature. The clients commissioned the oversized painting hung above the sofa. It reflects our overall black-and-white scheme as well as adding bright hits of blue, orange, and curry (pulled from the rug) to lift the mood.

Colorful Katy Living And Ding Room

Casa Vilora Interiors

We started we a dated living space from the early 2000's. Our client loves color and wanted to go bold. We started removing old 12x12 ceramic tiles and replace them with hardwood flooring. We added wall paneling in the living room to give the space more architectural significance and bring the tall ceiling to human scale. Custom draperies were added for color on the walls. In the dining room we added a banana bark wallpaper on the walls and a patterned grasscloth on the ceiling.

Whole house refurbishment and extension of Edwardian House in Bristol

DHV Architects

This Edwardian house in Redland has been refurbished from top to bottom. The 1970s decor has been replaced with a contemporary and slightly eclectic design concept. The front living room had to be completely rebuilt as the existing layout included a garage. Wall panelling has been added to the walls and the walls have been painted in Farrow and Ball Studio Green to create a timeless yes mysterious atmosphere. The false ceiling has been removed to reveal the original ceiling pattern which has been painted with gold paint. All sash windows have been replaced with timber double glazed sash windows. An in built media wall complements the wall panelling.

Rénovation pièce à vivre - relooking total

Agence boÔbo

Modernisation de l'espace, optimisation de la circulation, pose d'un plafond isolant au niveau phonique, création d'une bibliothèque sur mesure, création de rangements.

Period property, Newcastle

Studio Dean

Eclectic period property, mixed with old and new to create a relaxing, cosy space. We created several bespoke features in this home including the living room wall panelling and the dining room bench seat. We also used colour blocking and wallpapers to give the home a more unique look.

Living Room

Burns Haus of Design

Design ideas for an eclectic open concept living room in Austin with grey walls, a wall-mounted tv and panelled walls.

River Ridge Condo

Nsight Kitchen and Bath Design

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic enclosed living room in New Orleans with white walls, bamboo floors, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Bretland Road, Camano Island WA

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Living room. Photography by Ian Gleadle.
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in Seattle with a library, beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, beige floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Period property, Newcastle

Studio Dean

The Cheeky Pint - Kent Narrowboat Renovation

HAUM

Image by: Katherine Malonda @malondaphotos
This is an example of a small eclectic open concept living room in Kent with blue walls, vinyl floors, no tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Well Street Common

Cairn

Moving walls adapt the privacy levels of this panelled family room.
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in London with a library, pink walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed tv and panelled walls.

Многообразие эмоций

Бюро IVA

Главной фишкой данного помещения является 3D-панель за телевизором, с вырезанными в темном дереве силуэтами веток. Сбоку от дивана стена выполнена из декоративной штукатурки, которая реверсом повторяет орнамент центрального акцента помещения. Напротив телевизора выделено много места под журнальный столик, выполненный из теплого дерева и просторный диван изумрудного цвета. Изначально у дивана подразумевалось сделать большой ковер, но из-за большого количества проб, подбор ковра затянулся на большой срок. Однако привезенный дизайнером ковер для фотосъемки настолько вписался в общую картину именно за счет своей текстуры, что было желание непременно оставить такой необычный элемент. Сама комната сочетает яркие и бежевые тона, однако зона кабинета отделена цветовым решением, она в более темных деревянных текстурах. Насыщенный коричневый оттенок пола и потолка отделяет контрастом данную зону и соответствует вкусам хозяина. Рабочее место отгородили прозрачным резным стеллажом. А в дополнение напротив письменного стола стоит еще один стеллаж индивидуального исполнения из глубокого темного дерева, в котором много секций под документы и книги. Зону над компьютером хорошо освещает подвесной светильник, который, как и почти все освещение в доме, соответствует современному стилю.

Period Apartment Ipswich

NB Interiors UK

Period living room with wall panelling, warm taupe walls and quirky lighting
Eclectic enclosed living room in Other with beige walls, carpet, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and panelled walls.

Plantation Shutters

Best Buy Blinds Shutters and Shades

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in Salt Lake City with purple walls, porcelain floors, a wood fireplace surround, beige floor and panelled walls.

Sconce Detail

Hive Home

This is an example of a large eclectic enclosed living room in Los Angeles with a music area, blue walls and panelled walls.

"The Blue Rhapsody" Renovation

IRIV DESIGN

Mid-sized eclectic formal open concept living room in London with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Panelled Wall

Hannah Drakeford Design

Cream panelled wall with vintage deer skull, black leather chaise sofa, shaggy berber rug, moroccan pouffe and ginger tartan wingback armchair.
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in Berkshire with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, panelled walls and a freestanding tv.

Bespoke Living and Breakfast Area

Charlotte Beevor Studio

Large eclectic open concept living room in London with a library, pink walls, laminate floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Grosvenor Park Road

Studio Fabbri

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic living room in London with blue walls and panelled walls.

Eclectic Living Room Design Photos with Panelled Walls

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

Which eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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.