Photo of a mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in Cheshire with medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a wood fireplace surround, grey walls, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Living Room

KSR Interiors

Tony Murray Photography
Contemporary formal living room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Extension, loft conversion & renovation - Russell Road

MAC Building Solutions Ltd

Nathalie Priem
Inspiration for a small transitional enclosed living room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Room with a view

CARL Architect

Traditional living room in Hampshire with a library, green walls, medium hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Living Spaces

Clean Design

Donna Dotan Photography Inc.
Mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in New York with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

House for Blair Burton Interiors

Anna Stathaki | Photography

Photo of a transitional living room in London with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Florida Family Room

GIL WALSH INTERIORS

Brightly patterned blue and red area rug adds a pop of color to this lofty family room. The upholstered grey neutral couch adds comfort.
This is an example of a large transitional open concept living room in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Sunrise Lake

Grapevine Designs

Contemporary family room in Other with white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Contemporary Family Room

Photo of a small contemporary family room in Toronto with a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, beige walls and dark hardwood floors.

Steiner Ranch Residence

Spaces Designed, Interior Design Studio, LLC

Casey Dunn
This is an example of an asian living room in Austin with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Dalston Townhouse

APE Architecture and Design Ltd.

Peter Landers
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in London with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Plantation Estate

Eleven Interiors

Inspiration for a transitional living room in Boston with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Donne Place

Orchestrate

Inspiration for a transitional living room in London with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Maida Avenue, Little Venice

Gunter & Co Interiors Ltd

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in London with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Modern meets Traditional!

Amy Sklar Design Inc

This is an example of a transitional family room in Los Angeles with white walls, dark hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.

The Palms at Nocatee

Nocatee | Ponte Vedra, Florida

Dream Finders Homes, Boca II, Bonus room
This is an example of a transitional family room in Jacksonville with light hardwood floors, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Naperville Realtor Luxury Custom Home Living Room

MILLER + MILLER Architectural Photography

Pass through window between family room and kitchen allows for easy entertaining. Granite countertops in the kitchen. Two larders for food and dish storage. Distressed live sawn, wide plank, white oak hardwood floors. Recessed lighting and museum quality fixtures/trims. Naperville Realtor Luxury Custom Home Living Room

FLAT-V

Domestic Studio

Сергей Ананьев
Inspiration for a contemporary formal open concept living room in Moscow with white walls, painted wood floors, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Family House West London

Sarah Spencer Interiors Ltd

Photo of a transitional living room in London with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Wandsworth Home Cinema

Inspired Dwellings

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary formal living room in London with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Living Design Ideas with a Wall-mounted TV

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.