This is an example of a large beach style open concept living room in Miami with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Inlet Beach

Crowell + Co. Interiors

Caroline Allison
Photo of a beach style open concept living room in Miami with white walls and no fireplace.

ЖК Новая Скандинавия - 115 кв.м

Виктория Смагина | INTERIOBURO

Traditional open concept living room in Saint Petersburg with dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, blue walls and brown floor.

Zwei-Zimmer-Wohnung wohnlich hergerichtet

WOHNSINN - Doris Niehaves

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Bremen with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Delaware Shores Oceanfront

Becker Morgan Group, Inc.

Design ideas for a small beach style sunroom in Baltimore with dark hardwood floors, a standard ceiling, no fireplace and brown floor.

Beach Style Living Room

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Perth with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

L Shape Kitchen - Kensington London

Elan Kitchens

This is an example of a small contemporary open concept living room in London with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and no fireplace.

Flooring

Carpet One Floor & Home- La Grande & Enterprise

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional enclosed family room in Boise with blue walls, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Small London House Renovation

User

Transitional family room in London with a library, white walls, carpet, no fireplace, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Altadore Residence

User

Lindsay Nichols
Mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Calgary with no tv, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Doyer Apartment

Luminosus Designs LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Sydney Harbour Project

Danielle Trippett Interior Design

Maree Homer Photography Sydney Australia
Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, carpet, no fireplace, no tv and blue floor.

American Spirit 859

Locati Architects

American Spirit 859 Residence by Locati Architects, Interior Design by Maca Juneeus Design, Photography by Whitney Kamman
Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Bowfin Lane

Gathered

Photo of a beach style family room in Other with white walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Blue Crush

JMA INTERIOR DESIGN

Robert Brantley
Photo of a large beach style open concept family room in Miami with brown floor, white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Wahroonga Home

Adam Scougall Design

Photographer :Yie Sandison
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Sydney with white floor, blue walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Melshire New Garage and Gameroom

Alair Homes Plano

These homeowners really wanted a full garage space where they could house their cars. Their one car garage was overflowing as a storage space and they felt this space could be better used by their growing children as a game room. We converted the garage space into a game room that opens both to the patio and to the driveway. We built a brand new garage with plenty of room for their 2 cars and storage for all their sporting gear! The homeowners chose to install a large timber bar on the wall outside that is perfect for entertaining! The design and exterior has these homeowners feeling like the new garage had been a part of their 1958 home all along! Design by Hatfield Builders & Remodelers | Photography by Versatile Imaging

Eclectic & Elegant Apartment

O&A Design

Inspiration for a transitional living room in London with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Castleknock Cross

Paul Byrne Architects

Design ideas for a transitional enclosed living room in Dublin with beige walls, carpet, no fireplace and beige floor.

Mile Stretch

Kennebunk River Architects

Photo of a beach style sunroom in Portland Maine with medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and a standard ceiling.

Decorating With Blue And White Living Design Ideas with No Fireplace

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.