Design ideas for a small contemporary open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, concrete floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Creighton Woods

Judith Balis Interiors

I used soft arches, warm woods, and loads of texture to create a warm and sophisticated yet casual space.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country living room in Boise with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Denmark Summer House

Claudia Dorsch Interior Design Ltd

Inspiration for a mid-sized country living room.

Grennoch

Ashwood Designs and Custom Homes

Clean line, light paint and beautiful fireplace make this room inviting and cozy.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional enclosed living room in Houston with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Addition, Mother-in-law Suite

Bunn Remodeling and Construction

Laura Hurst
Mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Other with medium hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and beige walls.

Sacramento Chic Entertainer

Nar Design Group

This home remodel is a celebration of curves and light. Starting from humble beginnings as a basic builder ranch style house, the design challenge was maximizing natural light throughout and providing the unique contemporary style the client’s craved. The Entry offers a spectacular first impression and sets the tone with a large skylight and an illuminated curved wall covered in a wavy pattern Porcelanosa tile. The chic entertaining kitchen was designed to celebrate a public lifestyle and plenty of entertaining. Celebrating height with a robust amount of interior architectural details, this dynamic kitchen still gives one that cozy feeling of home sweet home. The large “L” shaped island accommodates 7 for seating. Large pendants over the kitchen table and sink provide additional task lighting and whimsy. The Dekton “puzzle” countertop connection was designed to aid the transition between the two color countertops and is one of the homeowner’s favorite details. The built-in bistro table provides additional seating and flows easily into the Living Room. A curved wall in the Living Room showcases a contemporary linear fireplace and tv which is tucked away in a niche. Placing the fireplace and furniture arrangement at an angle allowed for more natural walkway areas that communicated with the exterior doors and the kitchen working areas. The dining room’s open plan is perfect for small groups and expands easily for larger events. Raising the ceiling created visual interest and bringing the pop of teal from the Kitchen cabinets ties the space together. A built-in buffet provides ample storage and display. The Sitting Room (also called the Piano room for its previous life as such) is adjacent to the Kitchen and allows for easy conversation between chef and guests. It captures the homeowner’s chic sense of style and joie de vivre.

Daniel Island SC Custom Home Living Room

Nautilus Company, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Charleston with a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a plaster fireplace surround and beige floor.

Newport

Dual Concept Design

A pop of yellow brings positivity and warmth to this space, making the room feel happy.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Chicago with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Двухкомнатная квартира, 77 м кв

KEIS_project

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary living room in Other with grey walls, laminate floors, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and panelled walls.

Hill Street

Jubilee Interiors

Photo of a small eclectic open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, laminate floors, a hanging fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Urban refresh

Usable Space Interiors, LLC

Photo of a small midcentury open concept living room in Nashville with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Born & Bred Studio - Period Reception Room, Finsbury Park

Born & Bred Studio

This is an example of a large modern formal enclosed living room in London with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Chelsea House

Jo Cowen Architects

Photo of a large traditional enclosed living room in London with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, panelled walls, grey walls and brown floor.

Small Living Room

Wilkinson Brochier Interior Design

Small modern apartments benefit from a less is more design approach. To maximize space in this living room we used a rug with optical widening properties and wrapped a gallery wall around the seating area. Ottomans give extra seating when armchairs are too big for the space.

"БЕРЛОГА"

Евгений Аполонов

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with a music area, blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

A Modern Living Space in Gainesville

Haile Kitchen & Bath LLC

A sleek, modern design, combined with the comfortable atmosphere in this Gainesville living room, will make it a favorite place to spend downtime in this home. The modern Eclipse Cabinetry by Shiloh pairs with floating shelves, offering storage and space to display special items. The LED linear fireplace serves as a centerpiece, while maintaining the clean lines of the modern design. The fireplace is framed by Emser Surface wall tile in linear white, adding to the sleek appearance of the room. Large windows allow ample natural light, making this an ideal space to recharge and relax.

Гостиная

Екатерина и Андрей Санниковы | Scandinavi

Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with grey walls, laminate floors, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Scandi Modern Apartment

NB Interiors UK

This is an example of a small scandinavian open concept living room in Other with grey walls, laminate floors, a freestanding tv and grey floor.

Scandi Modern Apartment

NB Interiors UK

Inspiration for a small scandinavian open concept living room in Other with grey walls, laminate floors, a freestanding tv and grey floor.

Rénovation d'un T2 Parisien

Lagom architectes

This is an example of a small scandinavian living room in Paris with a library, grey walls and medium hardwood floors.

Grey Living Room Design Photos

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.