Beach style living room in Portland Maine with white walls, a wood stove and white floor.

The Fontana Bridge residence is a mountain modern lake home located in the mountains of Swain County. The LEED Gold home is mountain modern house designed to integrate harmoniously with the surrounding Appalachian mountain setting. The understated exterior and the thoughtfully chosen neutral palette blend into the topography of the wooded hillside.

Maison de bord de mer

Christian Blais

Beach style living room in Brest with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove and brown floor.

Farmhouse Living Room

Design ideas for a country formal enclosed living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, no tv, beige floor and a concrete fireplace surround.

The Cotton Tree

Unique Homestays

Unique Home Stays
Small country enclosed living room in Cornwall with beige walls, a wood stove and grey floor.

Vermont Lake Camp

Goose Creek Builders

Ryan Bent
Photo of a country living room in Burlington with a library, beige walls, carpet, a wood stove and no tv.

Longwood Rd

Hartman Homes

This is an example of a country family room in Minneapolis with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Perfect Wall House

Rauser Design

Casey Dunn
This is an example of a small country open concept living room in Austin with a wood stove, white walls and light hardwood floors.

Cabin in the woods in Ireland

Egon Walesch Interior Design

Alison Hammond Photography
Midcentury living room in London with white walls, a wood stove and no tv.

Orinda Farm House

Dotter & Solfjeld Architecture + Design

Design ideas for a country living room in San Francisco with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Look to the Mountains

Bonin Architects & Associates

Architectural and Landscape design by Bonin Architects, www.boninarchitects.com Photography by Lisa Ellis Interior Design
This is an example of a country family room in Boston with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove and a wall-mounted tv.

Edmonton Farmhouse Modern Infill home - New Construction

Mindy Gudzinski Design

This is an example of a small country open concept living room in Edmonton with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, brown floor and a wall-mounted tv.

Heat & Glo Design Gallery

Hearth and Home Design Center Inc.

Inspiration for a country open concept living room in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Lake Union Houseboat

NB Design Group, Inc

This is an example of a beach style open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, a wood stove and brown floor.

Dachgeschoss- Ausbau mit Massivholz

HolzDesignPur

Essbereich im Dachgeschoss: Klassisch-rustikal eingerichtet mit der Pendelleuchte TR5 aus Holzfurnier des dänischen Designers Tom Rossau und dem Esstisch LUNGO aus massivem Holz Leuchte: http://www.holzdesignpur.de/designerlampen-Pendelleuchte-TR5-tom-rossau"> Esstisch: http://www.holzdesignpur.de/Ausziehtisch-massiv-Holz-Lungo

Stufe collizzolli

Stufe Collizzolli

Inspiration for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Milan with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Stufe collizzolli

Stufe Collizzolli

Country family room in Other with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.

Shiplap Walls Living Design Ideas with a Wood Stove

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.