It’s all about detail in this living room! To contrast with the tailored foundation, set through the contemporary furnishings we chose, we added color, texture, and scale through the home decor. Large display shelves beautifully showcase the client’s unique collection of books and antiques, drawing the eyes up to the accent artwork. Durable fabrics will keep this living room looking pristine for years to come, which make cleaning and maintaining the sofa and chairs effortless and efficient. Designed by Michelle Yorke Interiors who also serves Seattle as well as Seattle's Eastside suburbs from Mercer Island all the way through Cle Elum. For more about Michelle Yorke, click here: https://michelleyorkedesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://michelleyorkedesign.com/lake-sammamish-waterfront/

Hard Modern Living Room Design

Domus Design Group

This is an example of a mid-sized modern formal enclosed living room in Sacramento with white walls, travertine floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Montenero Family Room

Del Sur Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional enclosed family room in San Diego with white walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, brown floor, dark hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and planked wall panelling.

Custom Built Home

Lumar Interiors

Our goal for this project was to transform this home from family-friendly to an empty nesters sanctuary. We opted for a sophisticated palette throughout the house, featuring blues, greys, taupes, and creams. The punches of colour and classic patterns created a warm environment without sacrificing sophistication. Home located in Thornhill, Vaughan. Designed by Lumar Interiors who also serve Richmond Hill, Aurora, Nobleton, Newmarket, King City, Markham, Thornhill, York Region, and the Greater Toronto Area. For more about Lumar Interiors, click here: https://www.lumarinteriors.com/

The Last House

David Small Designs

Photo of a contemporary formal enclosed living room in Toronto with light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Glamorous Wine Country Retreat

Julia Katrine Designs

Built in concrete bookshelves catch your eye as you enter this family room! Plenty of space for all those family photos, storage for the kids books and games and most importantly an easy place for the family to gather and spend time together.

Warawee Project

Becc Burgmann Interior Design and Decorating

Becc Burgmann
Mid-sized country enclosed living room in Sydney with a music area, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Anchor Bend

Artistic Interior Design/Amy N. Lee, ASID

Inspiration for a large contemporary enclosed family room in Charlotte with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Traditional Southwestern Ranch House

Pink Dwelling

Barker Realty and Elisa Macomber
Mid-sized enclosed living room in Other with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Dalling Road

De Rosee Sa

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in London with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

Camelot New Build

BANDD DESIGN

The down-to-earth interiors in this Austin home are filled with attractive textures, colors, and wallpapers. Project designed by Sara Barney’s Austin interior design studio BANDD DESIGN. They serve the entire Austin area and its surrounding towns, with an emphasis on Round Rock, Lake Travis, West Lake Hills, and Tarrytown. For more about BANDD DESIGN, click here: https://bandddesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://bandddesign.com/austin-camelot-interior-design/

North Shore Family Home

Annette Jaffe Interiors

Playful, blue, and practical were the design directives for this family-friendly home. --- Project designed by Long Island interior design studio Annette Jaffe Interiors. They serve Long Island including the Hamptons, as well as NYC, the tri-state area, and Boca Raton, FL. --- For more about Annette Jaffe Interiors, click here: https://annettejaffeinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://annettejaffeinteriors.com/residential-portfolio/north-shore-family-home

Tall Tree

Emerge Design, Inc.

Contemporary formal enclosed living room in Vancouver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Bedroom

Royal Interior

Inspiration for an asian formal enclosed living room with white walls, painted wood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and blue floor.

Kilimani Apartment Interior design

User

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

DaVinci Design Gallery

Sierra Hearth & Home

Mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in Sacramento with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Lake House V (The Reserve)

MHK Architecture & Planning

This is an example of a country enclosed living room in Other with a home bar, blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Hamilton Ontario Family Room

LPC Construction Ltd

Roy Timm Photography
This is an example of an enclosed living room in Toronto with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

Anchor Bend

Artistic Interior Design/Amy N. Lee, ASID

Photo of a large contemporary enclosed family room in Charlotte with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floor.

Camelot New Build

BANDD DESIGN

Enclosed Living Design Ideas with a Concrete Fireplace Surround

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 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 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.