This is an example of a contemporary living room in Essex with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and brick walls.

Industrial Living Room

Inspiration for an industrial living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and brick walls.

Red Brick Apartment, Temple Bar, Dublin 2

Think Contemporary

De Urbanic
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Dublin with laminate floors, no fireplace, no tv and beige floor.

Vine Street

Michael Abraham Architecture

Design ideas for a country living room in Chicago with beige walls, dark hardwood floors and a standard fireplace.

Лофт на Парковой

Виолетта Долгова

Photo of a mid-sized industrial living room in Moscow with brick walls, red walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Energiesparwunder Burgwedel

.rott .schirmer .partner Architektur

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Hanover with light hardwood floors and white walls.

Mid-century Preservation

Ashby Collective

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept family room in Austin with brown walls, cork floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, brick walls and wood walls.

Domus Wood Chevron WDOP 059 Matt

Domus -Tiles, Stone and Wood

Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Surrey with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and brick walls.

Harlem

ADL Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial enclosed living room in New York with red walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and brick walls.

Reforma integral - Selva Roja

ESTUDI A L'ÀTIC. Benvinguts al Slow Design!

Unificamos el espacio de salón comedor y cocina para ganar amplitud, zona de juegos y multitarea. Aislamos la pared que nos separa con el vecino, para ganar privacidad y confort térmico. Apostamos para revestir esta pared con ladrillo manual auténtico. La climatización para los meses más calurosos la aportamos con ventiladores muy silenciosos y eficientes.

Scheune mit moderner Glasfassade

swa.studio /// Sebastian Wiedemann Architektur

Die alte Konstruktion der Scheune steht im spannungsvollen Kontrast zu der modernen Glasfassade als Übergang in die Wohnbereiche - so wird klar erkennbar, was Teil der alten Struktur des Hofs ist und was bei dem Umbau neu geschaffen wurde. Foto: Sorin Morar

Ponte Vedra Intracoastal

Denneen Custom Home Builders

Beach style family room in Jacksonville with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, wood and brick walls.

Grade II Listed Refurbishment - Sevenoaks

Gregory Phillips Architects

This is an example of a contemporary open concept living room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, exposed beam and vaulted.

Дух Азии

Daria Nazarenko

Дизайнер: Дарья Назаренко Фотограф: Евгений Кулибаба
Small eclectic open concept living room in Moscow with laminate floors, white walls, a concealed tv, grey floor and brick walls.

All Wall Treatments Living Design Ideas

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.