The Living Room is one of the first rooms seen right off the entry so the interior design demanded something unique. Strong color was added and curves in furnishings and patterns to offset all the rectangular shapes so the room is softer. This room sets the stage for what is to come throughout. Not your typical "only neutral colors" seen in most Modern Farmhouse architecture, they are there, but there is a layer of specifically selected colors added. The color palette moves you through the entire house utilizing different percentages of selected colors so each room feels like its own design but holds together with all other rooms.

Mid-Century Modern Deck House

The Design Gallery

Our remodeled 1994 Deck House was a stunning hit with our clients. All original moulding, trim, truss systems, exposed posts and beams and mahogany windows were kept in tact and refinished as requested. All wood ceilings in each room were painted white to brighten and lift the interiors. This is the view looking from the living room toward the kitchen. Our mid-century design is timeless and remains true to the modernism movement.

Storage Sculpture - Taplow

Exploit Space

Storage sculpture Spaces and shapes designed around client's art collection
This is an example of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in London with white walls, carpet, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Hampstead Village Apartment

NW3 Interiors Ltd

Design ideas for a small contemporary living room in London with beige walls.

Beverly Hills Charm

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

Light filled room with high contrast dark wood floors and white walls, repeats the same element in the white sofa and dark wood coffee table. Gold accents give a regal pop in the rug, throw pillows and fixtures.

Naperville Modern Rustic Basement

Christie Kenny Interiors

In this Basement, we created a place to relax, entertain, and ultimately create memories in this glam, elegant, with a rustic twist vibe space. The Cambria Luxury Series countertop makes a statement and sets the tone. A white background intersected with bold, translucent black and charcoal veins with muted light gray spatter and cross veins dispersed throughout. We created three intimate areas to entertain without feeling separated as a whole.

Modern Farmhouse New Build in Vienna

Olamar Interiors

A modern farmhouse living room designed for a new construction home in Vienna, VA.
Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in DC Metro with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

San Francisco Home

HKB Interior Design

Not quite ready to jump both feet into the closed floor plan trend? The large archways in the featured home this week are a great way to dip your toes into the idea! By adding these large archways, we created the feel of a separate space without sacrificing light or the flow of the floor plan. #luxuryhomes #luxurylifestyle #luxuriouslifestyle #dreamhome #luxurydesign #darkdecor #moderndesign

Scandinavian Sophistication

City Homes, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Minneapolis with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Mill Valley

HKB Interior Design

This 18-month remodel was constructed for a young family seeking bright tones, liveable designs, and an overall clean aesthetic accompanied by core blues and whites. The project included expanding their home from two bedrooms and two baths to four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. #homesweethome #interiordecor #inspiremehomedecor #decorationgoals #livingroom #livingroomdesign

Attico S+T - 150 mq

HOP! Arch

Large contemporary open concept living room in Milan with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Bent Tree

Urbanology Designs

This is an example of a contemporary living room in Dallas.

Beach front penthouse apartment

Elixir Interior Design

We transformed this tired 1960's penthouse apartment into a beautiful bright and modern family living room
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian enclosed living room in Sussex with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

PK17 - Master on The Main Modern Farmhouse

Cascade West Development

This Beautiful Multi-Story Modern Farmhouse Features a Master On The Main & A Split-Bedroom Layout • 5 Bedrooms • 4 Full Bathrooms • 1 Powder Room • 3 Car Garage • Vaulted Ceilings • Den • Large Bonus Room w/ Wet Bar • 2 Laundry Rooms • So Much More!

Gorrie Farmhouse

Imagine Inc — Home & Commercial Design

Photo of a large country loft-style living room in Toronto with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, multi-coloured floor and timber.

Columbus Square

Kennedy Cole Interior Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Orange County with a music area, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam and wallpaper.

Modern Elemental Fireplace Mantel Styles

DeVinci Cast Stone

Elemental Fireplace Mantel Elemental’s modern and elegant style blends clean lines with minimal ornamentation. The surround’s waterfall edge detail creates a distinctive architectural flair that’s sure to draw the eye. This mantel is perfect for any space wanting to display a little extra and be part of a timeless look.

Living Room | Luxurious Lakeview

A custom living room with built-ins for storage, a gorgeous porcelain slab for the inserts, we went with a custom velvet sectional, a custom bullnose coffee table and grey textured sheers.

Stupire con il colore - Progetto in corso

Liadesign

Liadesign
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Milan with a library, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Fulton Residence

User

View of living room with full height sliding glass doors to outdoor patio. We designed the house to have functional and easy spaces to live in, that can work equally well for entertaining, family time or solitude. Photo: Ebony Ellis

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.