Inspiration for a large transitional enclosed living room in Boston with blue walls, a built-in media wall, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Parsons Green

Samantha Watkins McRae

Mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in London with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, beige floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Deep mahogany stained entertainment space Manhattan, NY

WL Kitchen & Home

Using a similar mahogany stain for the entire interior, the incorporation of various detailed elements such as the crown moldings and brackets allows for the space to truly speak for itself. Centered around the inclusion of a coffered ceiling, the similar style and tone of all of these elements helps create a strong sense of cohesion within the entire interior. For more projects visit our website wlkitchenandhome.com . . . #mediaroom #entertainmentroom #elegantlivingroom #homeinteriors #luxuryliving #luxuryapartment #finearchitecture #luxurymanhattan #luxuryapartments #luxuryinteriors #apartmentbar #homebar #elegantbar #classicbar #livingroomideas #entertainmentwall #wallunit #mediaunit #tvroom #tvfurniture #bardesigner #woodeninterior #bardecor #mancave #homecinema #luxuryinteriordesigner #luxurycontractor #manhattaninteriordesign #classicinteriors #classyinteriors

IL ROSSO IN SOGGIORNO _ progetto concluso

Annalisa Carli Architetto

Il mobile Tv, come tutti i mobili del soggiorno, è stato realizzato su misura e su disegno da un falegname. Foto di Simone Marulli
Photo of a mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Milan with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors and a built-in media wall.

Easton New Construction

Blueprint Dreams LLC

This is an example of a large transitional formal enclosed living room in New York with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Lake Shore Property

Noirin Brady Interiors

Inspiration for a large beach style formal enclosed living room in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

OLD NOYAC PATH

Blue Ocean Design

Photo of a mid-sized beach style enclosed living room in New York with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Living Room

O’Hara Interiors

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KNIGHTSBRIDGE PENTHOUSE

STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS

We were commissioned to transform a tired Victorian mansion flat in Sloane Street into an elegant contemporary apartment. Although the original layout has largely been retained, extensive structural alterations were carried out to improve the relationships between the various spaces. This required close liason with The Cadogan Estate. Photographer: Bruce Hemming

Remodel- Michel

Crawford Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Other with medium hardwood floors, brown floor, green walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

East Hollywood Staging Project

Gray + Gold Design

This is an example of a small eclectic enclosed living room in Los Angeles with white walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Varacins Home

Kevin Jones Builders LLC

Design ideas for a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Milwaukee with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Rustic Farmhouse Apartment

Allen+Killcoyne Architects

This is an example of a large country enclosed living room in New York with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, no fireplace and brown floor.

Elk Country Estate_French Country_Living Room with Fireplace and Wood Grid Ceili

Cascade Builders & Associates Inc.

Inspiration for a large formal enclosed living room in Other with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown 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.

Park Avenue Apartment in Rosario Candela Building

Studio 511

This room is lined with panels and integrated mill-work in a Transitional Deco style. The surfaces are lacquered in a high gloss chocolate brown. Interior design by Ashley Whittaker.

Hogan

The Atkins Group

Gina Battaglia, Architect Myles Beeson, Photographer
Photo of a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Chicago with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and a built-in media wall.

New Farmhouse - In Law Apartment

DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.

First floor of In-Law apartment with Private Living Room, Kitchen and Bedroom Suite.
Inspiration for a small country enclosed living room in Chicago with a library, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, brown floor and timber.

The First Love

Nelson Construction , LLC

Inspiration for a large transitional enclosed living room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Fairhope Wall Unit

Larry Harmse

Photo of a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Miami with brown walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Enclosed Living Room Design Photos with a Built-in Media Wall

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

Which 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 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 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 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.