Inspiration for a large transitional enclosed living room in Chicago with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall and black floor.

Grant

Threshold Design Lab

In repainting the entire space and remodeling the fireplace, and adding some decorative elements like window treatments and floating shelves, the entire space was re-imagined

Saxonvale 40 at Warnervale N.S.W.

McDonald Jones Homes

The Saxonvale 40 at Warnervale is styled in a casual yet sophisticated Classic/Hamptons style. Layering with accessories and artwork is key to bringing warmth to the predominantly white style.

Colby

Dawn Cook Design

Inspiration for a large scandinavian formal enclosed living room in Cleveland with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and black floor.

Lawless Rereat

Searl Lamaster Howe Architects

Designed in sharp contrast to the glass walled living room above, this space sits partially underground. Precisely comfy for movie night.
Photo of a large country enclosed living room in Chicago with beige walls, slate floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, black floor, wood and wood walls.

Modern Farmhouse-Upstate

Crisp Architects

Living room with fireplace, built-in shelves, and furniture. Photographer: Rob Karosis
Inspiration for a large country enclosed living room in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, dark hardwood floors and black floor.

Contemporary Living Room

This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with black walls, ceramic floors and black floor.

Apartment, Henrietta Street

haus properties

Design ideas for a large contemporary living room in London with white walls, dark hardwood floors and black floor.

DKOR Interiors - Interior Design at the Beach Club, Miami Beach, FL

DKOR Interiors Inc.- Interior Designers Miami, FL

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Higher Dorsley - snug with feature fire place

VESP Architects

From the main living area the master bedroom wing is accessed via a library / sitting room, with feature fire place and antique sliding library ladder.

Winborn Whole Home Remodel

Bradford Custom Homes & Remodeling

Large transitional loft-style living room in Atlanta with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and black floor.

Coastal Mediterranean Remodel

Lola Interiors

Photo: Jessie Preza Photography
Large mediterranean formal open concept living room in Jacksonville with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, black floor and vaulted.

Lincoln Park

Joey Leicht Design Inc.

This is an example of a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Chicago with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and black floor.

Blackheath Living Room

GM Homes Design & Construction

The brief for this room was for a neutral palette that would retain a sense of warmth and luxury. This was achieved with the use of various shades of grey, accented with fuchsia. The walls are painted an ethereal shade of pale grey, which is contrasted beautifully by the dark grey Venetian polished plaster finish on the chimney breast, which itself is highlighted with a subtle scattering of mica flecks. The floor to ceiling mirrored walls enhance the light from the full height wall of bifolding doors. The large L shaped sofa is upholstered in dark grey wool, which is balanced by bespoke cushions and throw in fuchsia pink wool and lush grey velvet. The armchairs are upholstered in a dark grey velvet which has metallic detailing, echoing the effect of the mica against the dark grey chimney breast finish. The bespoke lampshades pick up the pink accents which are a stunning foil to the distressed silver finish of the lamp bases. The metallic ceramic floor tiles also lend a light reflective quality, enhancing the feeling of light and space. The large abstract painting was commissioned with a brief to continue the grey and fuchsia scheme, and is flanked by a pair of heavily distressed steel wall lights. The dramatic full length curtains are of luscious black velvet. The various accessories and finishes create a wonderful balance of femininity and masculinity.

Grapevine Modern

Wesley-Wayne Interiors, LLC

accent chair, accent table, acrylic, area rug, bench, counterstools, living room, lamp, light fixtures, pillows, sectional, mirror, stone tables, swivel chair, wood treads, TV, fireplace, luxury, accessories, black, red, blue,

Inner City Residence - William Blake Homes

Rochelle Cote Interior Design

Photo of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Calgary with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and black floor.

Refugium im Holzblockhaus

Zweiheit Innenarchitekten

Offener Wohnbereich mit drehbarem Sofa, Kamin aus Beton und einem hohen, elektrisch verstellbaren Vorhang hinter dem TV als Raumtrenner zum Flur und Inszenierung der Raumhöhe.

Hamptons Home in Melbourne's Leafy East

Belle Homes Design & Construction

Hamptons family living at its best. This client wanted a beautiful Hamptons style home to emerge from the renovation of a tired brick veneer home for her family. The white/grey/blue palette of Hamptons style was her go to style which was an imperative part of the design brief but the creation of new zones for adult and soon to be teenagers was just as important. Our client didn't know where to start and that's how we helped her. Starting with a design brief, we set about working with her to choose all of the colours, finishes, fixtures and fittings and to also design the joinery/cabinetry to satisfy storage and aesthetic needs. We supplemented this with a full set of construction drawings to compliment the Architectural plans. Nothing was left to chance as we created the home of this family's dreams. Using white walls and dark floors throughout enabled us to create a harmonious palette that flowed from room to room. A truly beautiful home, one of our favourites!

GREENWICH UPDATE

Susan Glick Interiors

MODERN UPDATE TO A CLASSIC HOME UPDATED FIREPLACE W/STATUARY MARBLE AND CUSTOM BRASS TRIMMED FIREPLACE SCREEN MINIMAL APPROACH TO MODERN MODERN ART GAME TABLE SCULPTURE

Urban Industrial Living

Atreum Construction Services

Design ideas for a large industrial open concept living room in Charlotte with black walls, painted wood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and black floor.

Large Living Room Design Photos with Black Floor

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.