Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and exposed beam.

Harlem Brownstone

kimberly peck architect

This brownstone, located in Harlem, consists of five stories which had been duplexed to create a two story rental unit and a 3 story home for the owners. The owner hired us to do a modern renovation of their home and rear garden. The garden was under utilized, barely visible from the interior and could only be accessed via a small steel stair at the rear of the second floor. We enlarged the owner’s home to include the rear third of the floor below which had walk out access to the garden. The additional square footage became a new family room connected to the living room and kitchen on the floor above via a double height space and a new sculptural stair. The rear facade was completely restructured to allow us to install a wall to wall two story window and door system within the new double height space creating a connection not only between the two floors but with the outside. The garden itself was terraced into two levels, the bottom level of which is directly accessed from the new family room space, the upper level accessed via a few stone clad steps. The upper level of the garden features a playful interplay of stone pavers with wood decking adjacent to a large seating area and a new planting bed. Wet bar cabinetry at the family room level is mirrored by an outside cabinetry/grill configuration as another way to visually tie inside to out. The second floor features the dining room, kitchen and living room in a large open space. Wall to wall builtins from the front to the rear transition from storage to dining display to kitchen; ending at an open shelf display with a fireplace feature in the base. The third floor serves as the children’s floor with two bedrooms and two ensuite baths. The fourth floor is a master suite with a large bedroom and a large bathroom bridged by a walnut clad hall that conceals a closet system and features a built in desk. The master bath consists of a tiled partition wall dividing the space to create a large walkthrough shower for two on one side and showcasing a free standing tub on the other. The house is full of custom modern details such as the recessed, lit handrail at the house’s main stair, floor to ceiling glass partitions separating the halls from the stairs and a whimsical builtin bench in the entry.

Woodside Modern Allure

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Large modern open concept living room in Minneapolis with brown walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and panelled walls.

Pacific Heights Penthouse

Isolina Mallon Interiors

Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors and a concealed tv.

Second Act

K Two Designs, Inc.

Clients who enlisted my services two years ago found a home they loved, but wanted to make sure that the newly acquired furniture would fit the space. They called on K Two Designs to work in the existing furniture as well as add new pieces. The whole house was given a fresh coat of white paint, and draperies and rugs were added to warm and soften the spaces.

Bachelor Gulch mountain home

Basso Interiors Inc

Sophisticated living area to enjoy the Colorado views. Benjamin Moore Pashmina allowed us to keep the existing wood trim and update it to a fresh new look. A mix of the client's existing wood and leather accent pieces are together with a more modern chaise.

Modern Farm House Estate

Innovative Designs

this home is a unique blend of a transitional exterior and a contemporary interior
Large contemporary open concept living room in Miami with white walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and white floor.

Modern Wohnbereich

Inspiration for a large contemporary formal living room in Munich with grey walls, a metal fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Living Room

Knights of Beaconsfield

A stunning contemporary living room. Every aspect from wall coverings, window treatments and furniture were sourced by our interior design team and available through our showroom

Southern Estate

Jonathan Miller Architects

Inspiration for a large country formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and no tv.

hugh residence

kevin akey - azd associates - michigan

Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in Tampa with white walls, porcelain floors, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Snowbunny

Zone 4 Architects, LLC

The elegant simplicity of creating design elements from structural steel add a functional element of design interest to the room. Clerestory windows help to add natural light without opening the room to the autocourt and street.

Pacific Palisades, L.A.

Chango

Architecture, Construction Management, Interior Design, Art Curation & Real Estate Advisement by Chango & Co. Construction by MXA Development, Inc. Photography by Sarah Elliott See the home tour feature in Domino Magazine

Music Room - Rebekah Woodard Interiors

Marty Paoletta Photography

Music room; Photography by Marty Paoletta
Inspiration for a large traditional enclosed living room in Nashville with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, a music area, no fireplace and no tv.

Waukee Modern Ranch

Projects Contemporary Furniture

Large Ligne Roset 'Exclusif' sectional in white leather with fabric back cushions. Poliform 'Bristol' cabinet doubles as sofa table and extra storage. Cassina 'LC4' chaise with Minotti side table. Minotti black wood coffee table and upholstered poufs. B&B Italia 'Cratis' wool rug. Chrome side table by Ligne Roset. Floor vase, lamp, and small accessories by Ligne Roset. Globe table lamp by Flos. photo credit: Nathan Scott

Bel Air Road

Lori Dennis, Inc.

Photo of a large beach style living room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Un duplex plein de cachet à Sèvres (92)

MH DECO Saint-Germain-en-Laye - Morgane Debieu

Design ideas for a large mediterranean open concept living room in Paris with light hardwood floors, beige walls, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

Manhattan Beach Modern Farmhouse

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls and light hardwood floors.

8320 Vista Monterra

Silcon Constructors Inc.

Enter to a dramatic living room, the center of this magnificent residence, with soaring ceilings, walls of glass and exquisite custom lighting fixtures. The eye is immediately drawn through the home to stunning views of majestic oak trees, verdant rolling hillsides and the Monterey Bay

Chestnut Hill

J. Stewart Designs

This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Jackson with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Large 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.