Transitional formal living room in London with light hardwood floors, a wood stove and beige floor.

This home features many timeless designs and was catered to our clients and their five growing children
Large country open concept family room in Phoenix with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Atelier Daaa, APPARTEMENT CHARLES

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Bertrand Fompeyrine Photographe
Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Cortona 2

Butter Lutz Interiors, LLC

This is an example of a transitional enclosed family room in Austin with beige walls, carpet, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Stratford Residence

Jan Jones LLC

Photo of a mid-sized traditional enclosed family room in Dallas with blue walls, a built-in media wall, a game room, carpet, no fireplace and beige floor.

400 Sunny Isles

2id Interiors

This is an example of a large contemporary enclosed living room in Miami with porcelain floors, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and grey walls.

Rimview Residence

A&E

Whitney Kamman
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary living room in Other with a metal fireplace surround, beige walls, a ribbon fireplace and beige floor.

Contemporary Family Room

Inspiration for a contemporary family room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and beige floor.

Mixed Transitional

Vanguard Studio Inc.

Mediterranean living room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and beige floor.

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Beau Intérieur

Inspiration for a small scandinavian family room in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors, a library, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

Rénovation complète d'un appartement

Labore

Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean open concept family room in Bordeaux with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and a freestanding tv.

Lincoln Park Custom Home VII

New Style Cabinets

Bret Jelinek - Chicago Home Photos
Inspiration for a contemporary open concept living room in Chicago with a stone fireplace surround, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Trois pièces de standing au cœur de Montmartre

Mon Concept Habitation

Stéphane Vasco
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and no fireplace.

Cloverdale - Warm and Sleek

Casa Verde Construction

Photo of a contemporary family room in Ottawa with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Daniel Island SC Custom Home Living Room

Nautilus Company, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Charleston with a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a plaster fireplace surround and beige floor.

Shingled Colonial Home

S. B. Long Interiors

Modern family room with custom builtins. Taupe, cream and blue accents.
Photo of a transitional open concept family room in Dallas with a built-in media wall, carpet, beige walls and beige floor.

Renovation

Style My Abode NZ

Photo of a contemporary living room in Auckland with white walls, carpet and beige floor.

Astell Street

HUX London

The natural oak finish combined with the matte black handles create a fresh and contemporary finish on this bar. Antique mirror back panels adds a twist of timeless design to the piece as well. The natural oak is continued through out the house seamlessly linking each room and creating a natural flow. Modern wall paneling has also been used in the master and children’s bedroom to add extra depth to the design. Whilst back lite shelving in the master en-suite creates a more elegant and relaxing finish to the space. Interior design by Margie Rose.

Black & Blonde

Natalie Fuglestveit Interior Design

Lindsay Nichols Photography
Mid-sized scandinavian living room in Calgary with white walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Chic and Classic

Lacy Green

Photo of a beach style family room in Denver with carpet, a standard fireplace, a built-in media wall, beige floor and beige walls.

Living Design Ideas with Beige Floor

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.