Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Barcelona with white walls, ceramic floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and multi-coloured floor.

Wimbledon Townhouse

Kia Designs

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in London with a music area, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a metal fireplace surround.

Kings Hall Road Project

Clare Elise Interiors

Stunning Living Room embracing the dark colours on the walls which is Inchyra Blue by Farrow and Ball. A retreat from the open plan kitchen/diner/snug that provides an evening escape for the adults. Teal and Coral Pinks were used as accents as well as warm brass metals to keep the space inviting and cosy.

Transitional Living Room

Mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in San Diego with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no tv, beige floor and decorative wall panelling.

Country Living

4Life Constructions

Living
This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Adelaide with white walls, laminate floors and brown floor.

Living Room Remodel

Blueprint Dreams LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized country enclosed living room in New York with a library, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor and timber.

Квартира у Парка Победы

Maxim Maximov

Large scandinavian enclosed living room in Saint Petersburg with a library, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Great Room, Bedroom & Home Office areas

ING Construction

Additional Dwelling Unit / Small Great Room This accessory dwelling unit provides all of the necessary components to happy living. With it's lovely living room, bedroom, home office, bathroom and full kitchenette, it is a dream oasis ready to inhabited.

Олимпийская деревня

PORUBLEV INTERIORS

Photo of a small transitional formal open concept living room in Moscow with white walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

ЖК Ландыши

Anastasia Kovalchuk

Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Moscow with beige walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Un écrin pour chambre

Décodage Création

Conception d'un espace nuit sur-mesure semi-ouvert (claustra en bois massif), avec rangements dissimulés et table de repas escamotable. Travaux comprenant également le nouvel aménagement d'un salon personnalisé et l'ouverture de la cuisine sur la lumière naturelle de l'appartement de 30m2. Papier peint "Bain 1920" @PaperMint, meubles salon Pomax, chaises salle à manger Sentou Galerie, poignées de meubles Ikea.

Braeburn Mid Century Modern, Houston, TX

Victoria Sheffield

Midcentury modern living room with navy blue sofa, grey swivel chair, and platner style coffee table. The room includes saltillo tile and double carved doors that have been painted with Farrow and Ball paint. The wall-mounted t.v. is flanked by double-wall sconces. The builtin entertainment center is used for storage.

Paris 8 126m²

blackStones

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

The Oakcrest - Living Room

Snowden Builders LLC

Mid-sized country open concept living room in Grand Rapids with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a built-in media wall, brown floor, laminate floors and a stone fireplace surround.

One Riverside in Fitler Square

Henck Design LLC

This luxurious interior tells a story of more than a modern condo building in the heart of Philadelphia. It unfolds to reveal layers of history through Persian rugs, a mix of furniture styles, and has unified it all with an unexpected color story. The palette for this riverfront condo is grounded in natural wood textures and green plants that allow for a playful tension that feels both fresh and eclectic in a metropolitan setting. The high-rise unit boasts a long terrace with a western exposure that we outfitted with custom Lexington outdoor furniture distinct in its finishes and balance between fun and sophistication.

Coates Place

User

Living room at Coates Place, with rug designed by Mr Buckley for cc-tapis. Artwork by Banksy, Antony Micallef, Daniel Sparkes, Deams, Sickboy, Ryan Mcginness, Nosego, KAWS. Lamp shades from Hay, fabrics from LeLievre, Romo & Dedar.

accent wall

D&L Wall Design/wallpaper installation miami

D&L WALL DESIGN
Design ideas for a modern living room in Miami with a built-in media wall.

Hillside Modern

Intrinsik Architecture

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and grey floor.

Sequoia - Ten Trails Model Showplex

Lennar Seattle

Cozy living room space with gas fireplace and large window for a ton of natural light!
Design ideas for a mid-sized country formal open concept living room in Seattle with beige walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Логово Степного Волка

Дом архитектуры и дизайна Кирилла Егорова

Архитектор: Егоров Кирилл Текстиль: Егорова Екатерина Фотограф: Спиридонов Роман Стилист: Шимкевич Евгения
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Other with grey walls, vinyl floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and yellow floor.

Living Room Design Photos

A living room, often referred to as a lounge room in Australia and New Zealand, is the hub of the home. If you only have one living room in the house, it’s likely to serve multiple purposes: be it a place to watch TV, play games, spend quality time with family or hang out with friends. If you have the luxury of two living areas, one is usually a formal living room or lounge room, reserved for reading, relaxing and entertaining. A successful living room design is inviting, has enough seating for the whole clan – a comfortable couch is a must – and encourages conversation. Browse photos on Houzz for living room layouts, furniture and decor, and strike up a conversation with the interior designers or architects of your favourite picks. For even more living room ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

Which living room layouts will work best for you?

Every living area will have design challenges. A long, narrow lounge room, for example, risks looking like a hallway if furniture is lined up against the walls. Instead, opt for small furniture items, like a cosy two-seater couch, and create various focal points throughout the space. In square living rooms, a symmetrical layout encourages a formal setting. Place seating on either side of the room, with a focal point in the middle to pull the room together. For a truly intimate vibe, replace your couch with some occasional chairs positioned around a coffee table or ottoman. This will make the main focus conversation. An open-plan home – one where the lines are blurred between kitchen, dining and living – may require a layout that focuses on definition. You’ll want to make sure furniture doesn’t block the flow between spaces, and instead use something like an area rug to create zones.

How can you decorate your living room?

The living room can be a place in which to show off your personality, but if you want a timeless living room scheme, stick to neutral walls, couches and ottomans. Colour can be added through accessories, and is a lot more interchangeable! Rugs, cushions and throws are great for adding colour, while mirrors, lamps and ceiling lights will set the mood. Make your living room unique by including family heirlooms and photos. For a polished look, try creating a coffee table vignette – you could use books as pedestals or group items together on a tray. Try adding a vase, a mixture of round and rectangular objects and some books.

What are some small living room ideas?

Small living room designs can be tricky to work with, but aren’t doomed to fail. Often, you just have to get creative with furniture. An open-back chaise can create a sense of spaciousness, while small side tables paired together can substitute a coffee table. Even better, an ottoman can be used as a footrest, coffee table or extra seating. Big furniture items like the couch are best kept in light colours, and if there’s room for a coffee table, a glass-top one is best. If you have two spaces in one – perhaps your living room sits in front of a single-wall kitchen – make sure they are connected by decor, colour and style. For definition, just add area rugs, or use your couch as a dividing wall. It’s worth having a few furniture pieces, whether a bookshelf, couch or entertainment unit, in the same colour as the walls, too, so they blend into the room and visually expand the space.

Is open-plan living for you?

Today’s homes often embrace open-plan living, whereby the living room runs off the kitchen and/or dining areas. Open-plan living allows greater functionality, but can risk creating a vast, soulless space if not done right. To avoid a cavernous feel in an open-plan design, define areas with furniture, rugs and lighting, or consider using a wall divider. Also be sure to keep flooring, lighting and materials consistent throughout, for cohesiveness. Noise may be an issue – someone banging pots and pans while you’re watching TV, for example – so include lots of soft furnishings, such as rugs, curtains and couches to help absorb the noise. You will also need to factor in plenty of storage, so mess is kept at bay.