Client requested help with floorplan layout, furniture selection and decorating in this cute Swiss rental. A mid century aesthetic is fresh and keeps the space from being a ski cliche. It is a rental so major pieces like the fireplace could not be changed.

Fireplace Surround Millwork

Pratt & Sons Construction Services Inc.

New refacing of existing 1980's Californian, Adobe style millwork to this modern Craftsman style.
Small transitional family room in Calgary with a corner fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, grey walls, carpet and a tile fireplace surround.

Rancho Santa Fe Luxury home staging

HomeScapes Home Staging San Diego

The high beamed ceilings add to the spacious feeling of this luxury coastal home. Saltillo tiles and a large corner fireplace add to its warmth.
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean open concept living room in San Diego with a home bar, terra-cotta floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and orange floor.

Finished Fireplace

High Quality Cabinet Painting

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in Edmonton with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Custom Pieces

Freyer Wood Works

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Other with beige walls, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, carpet and a corner fireplace.

Rustic Modern Living Room

LIV Design Collective

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

Chic Fishers Renovation: Living Room

Everything Home

This home renovation project transformed unused, unfinished spaces into vibrant living areas. Each exudes elegance and sophistication, offering personalized design for unforgettable family moments. The living space features luxurious furnishings, a cozy fireplace, and statement lighting. Balanced decor and a touch of greenery add warmth and sophistication, creating a haven of comfort and style. Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/portfolio/fishers-chic-family-home-renovation/

Potrero Hill House & Studio

Cathie Hong Interiors

This young married couple enlisted our help to update their recently purchased condo into a brighter, open space that reflected their taste. They traveled to Copenhagen at the onset of their trip, and that trip largely influenced the design direction of their home, from the herringbone floors to the Copenhagen-based kitchen cabinetry. We blended their love of European interiors with their Asian heritage and created a soft, minimalist, cozy interior with an emphasis on clean lines and muted palettes.

Living Room

Design ideas for a small modern open concept living room in Toronto with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Cole Valley Three for All

Mark Brand Architecture

We were approached by a San Francisco firefighter to design a place for him and his girlfriend to live while also creating additional units he could sell to finance the project. He grew up in the house that was built on this site in approximately 1886. It had been remodeled repeatedly since it was first built so that there was only one window remaining that showed any sign of its Victorian heritage. The house had become so dilapidated over the years that it was a legitimate candidate for demolition. Furthermore, the house straddled two legal parcels, so there was an opportunity to build several new units in its place. At our client’s suggestion, we developed the left building as a duplex of which they could occupy the larger, upper unit and the right building as a large single-family residence. In addition to design, we handled permitting, including gathering support by reaching out to the surrounding neighbors and shepherding the project through the Planning Commission Discretionary Review process. The Planning Department insisted that we develop the two buildings so they had different characters and could not be mistaken for an apartment complex. The duplex design was inspired by Albert Frey’s Palm Springs modernism but clad in fibre cement panels and the house design was to be clad in wood. Because the site was steeply upsloping, the design required tall, thick retaining walls that we incorporated into the design creating sunken patios in the rear yards. All floors feature generous 10 foot ceilings and large windows with the upper, bedroom floors featuring 11 and 12 foot ceilings. Open plans are complemented by sleek, modern finishes throughout.

Mefford Dr Renovation

Studio Steidley

Every once in a while we get a client who wants a color palette as lively as their personality and that is exactly what we had with this fun client! Using her existing rug as inspiration, we played off the bright and bold colors of it to create this beautiful Great Room with some added elements of surprise. These Rowe Thatcher chairs have a little "business in the front, party in the back" vibe with their creative backsides and the updated fireplace surround with cement tiles with an intricate pattern creates interest in what could be an uninteresting element. Brightly colored pillows and art add pops of color to the neutral palette on the walls and sofa. Lastly, this client loves to decorate with birds and these colorful drapes in her adjoining dining area have hidden birds on them. How cool is that?! Life is too short to live in a dull space! Photographer: Michael Hunter Photography

Elizabeth Street

K Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian formal enclosed living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

4810 Holt St Bellaire Tx - Restoration and Remodel after Harvey Flooding

Gryphon Builders

Large transitional open concept living room with white walls, travertine floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

Fireplace

Lauren Morgan Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, vinyl floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Brass With Class

Mauricio Nava Design, LLC

Chuck Williams & John Paul Key
Expansive transitional open concept family room in Houston with grey walls, porcelain floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Tuscan / California

ARTO

A beige and brown room that is very warm. While ARTO products are made in Los Angeles County, California, we are happy to ship our product worldwide! We work onsite with concrete, terra-cotta and ceramic. We build brick, tile and architectural elements for residential and commercial environments. We pride ourselves on providing perfectly imperfect product that gives a feel of rustic elegance.

Fullerton Hills

Kennedy Cole Interior Design

Contemporary Craftsman designed by Kennedy Cole Interior Design. build: Luxe Remodeling
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, vinyl floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Living Room After Staging

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Feel At Home Interiors by Nadesda Tel: (780) 249-6055 Edmonton AB Photos are Copyright of Hodges and Mohr
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Rustic Elegance

Briana Balboni

This is an example of a large transitional open concept living room in Boston with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

Home Staging

Hidden Gem Staging & Design

Photo of a large country open concept living room in Columbus with grey walls, carpet, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, beige floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Living Design Ideas with a Corner Fireplace and a Tile Fireplace Surround

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.