Industrial open concept living room in Moscow with grey walls, dark hardwood floors and a wood stove.

Arthur Rutenberg Homes
Inspiration for a transitional open concept family room in Charlotte with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Downtown Greenville Residence I

Ridgeline Construction Group, Inc

Inspiro 8 Studios
Transitional formal open concept living room in Other with dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Industrial Living Room

This is an example of a large industrial living room in Dallas with dark hardwood floors.

Family Room

Mark Hickman Homes

This family room is a one of a kind. The stone on the wall matches the stone that was used on the exterior of the house. The walnut floors are 7" boards that were custom stained. The beams were custom built and stained. Contact Mark Hickman Homes for more information.

Лофт в жк "Рассвет"

Олег Маковецкий

Олег Маковецкий
This is an example of an industrial open concept living room in Moscow with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and brown floor.

The Tidewater at Sanctuary at Hamlin

Dream Finders Homes

This is an example of a transitional family room in Orlando with a music area, blue walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Lincoln Park Residence with custom sheer drapery and roller shades

Urban Environments

Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial formal open concept living room in Chicago with dark hardwood floors, brown floor, no tv, white walls and no fireplace.

Reiko Feng Shui Interior Design - Loft renovation

Reiko Feng Shui Design

This is an example of an industrial family room in New York with a library, white walls, dark hardwood floors and no tv.

Vine Street

Michael Abraham Architecture

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

Soho Loft

BuiltIN studio

Michael Steele
Large industrial open concept living room in New York with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

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.

Southern Coastal Living Room

Shotgun Design Group, LLC

Jacqueline Marque Photography
Mid-sized transitional open concept living room in New Orleans with white walls and dark hardwood floors.

Modern w/ a Side of Ranch

Hufft

This contemporary renovation makes no concession towards differentiating the old from the new. Rather than razing the entire residence an effort was made to conserve what elements could be worked with and added space where an expanded program required it. Clad with cedar, the addition contains a master suite on the first floor and two children’s rooms and playroom on the second floor. A small vegetated roof is located adjacent to the stairwell and is visible from the upper landing. Interiors throughout the house, both in new construction and in the existing renovation, were handled with great care to ensure an experience that is cohesive. Partition walls that once differentiated living, dining, and kitchen spaces, were removed and ceiling vaults expressed. A new kitchen island both defines and complements this singular space. The parti is a modern addition to a suburban midcentury ranch house. Hence, the name “Modern with Ranch.”

Richard Lane

Ryan Street Architects

Ryann Ford
Inspiration for a country family room in Austin with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Palma Plaza

Hugh Jefferson Randolph Architects

Casey Dunn
This is an example of a contemporary living room in Austin with dark hardwood floors and a standard fireplace.

Urban Loft

Ck Interior Design

Photo of an industrial living room in Denver with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and brown floor.

red interiors

red: modern lines . vintage finds

d'ette cole
Photo of an industrial living room in Austin with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Carter Canyon

KM Designs, Inc

Matthew Niemann Photography www.matthewniemann.com
Mediterranean family room in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

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.

Living Design Ideas with Dark Hardwood Floors

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.