Design ideas for a large country open concept family room in Houston with red walls, slate floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

East end Sun Room

Louisville Handyman, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional enclosed family room in Louisville with red walls, no fireplace, no tv, slate floors and grey floor.

Seward Park Mid-Century Remodel

Lambright Design Group

Paul Gjording
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open concept family room in Seattle with slate floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall and red walls.

Country Home

Terri Trichel Interiors, Inc.

Design ideas for a traditional open concept family room in New Orleans with red walls, slate floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Stone Canyon Residence

Kevin B Howard Architects, AIA

Photo Credit: Robin Stancliff
Inspiration for a mid-sized open concept living room in Other with red walls, slate floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Fireplaces

Lyonstone Designs Inc.

LYONSTONE
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional living room in Vancouver with red walls, slate floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Casa Venezia

Interior Inspirations

Mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in Calgary with a standard fireplace, red walls, slate floors, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

Malibu Ranch

elg design

Ev Levin Gerisch
This is an example of a mid-sized country formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with red walls, slate floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Große Ledersessel im Wohnbereich - Studiocharakter

raumatmosphäre pantanella

Gerardina Pantanella
Design ideas for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Frankfurt with red walls, slate floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and black floor.

New Build House Furniture

Alcove Carpentry Limited

Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in London with a home bar, red walls, slate floors, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and grey floor.

Rural Residence

SKG Design

A grand piano is backed by quirky rural inspired artwork. The mixture of country images, antiques and casual slip covered sofas lends a unique appearance to the home.

Interiors

RARCO Contracting, Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in DC Metro with red walls, slate floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

Country Home

Terri Trichel Interiors, Inc.

Photo of a traditional family room in New Orleans with red walls, slate floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Malibu Ranch

elg design

Ev Levin Gerisch
Design ideas for a mid-sized country formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with red walls, slate floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Wohnbereich in einer Penthouse-Wohnung

raumatmosphäre pantanella

Gerardina Pantanella
Design ideas for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Frankfurt with red walls, slate floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and black floor.

New Build House Furniture

Alcove Carpentry Limited

Media unit with integrated Led fireplace.
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in London with a home bar, red walls, slate floors, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and grey floor.

Rural Residence

SKG Design

Custom two sided concrete fireplace separates the Dining Room and the Living Room.
Photo of a large eclectic open concept living room in Vancouver with red walls, slate floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

Rural Residence

SKG Design

Custom concrete two sided fireplace separates the living room and the dining room. Cantilevered hearth provides additional seating for casual gatherings.

Living Design Ideas with Red Walls and Slate 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.