Modern Beach home in Manhattan Beach, California, maximizes space and ocean views. Thoughtfully designed by Steve Lazar. design+build by South Swell. DesignBuildbySouthSwell.com.

Rénovation d'un ancien hôtel en résidence touristique: Appartement 04

Aloona Design

Photo of a large country open concept living room in Lyon with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, wood and wood walls.

Pink and blue triple function space with living room divider

My Bespoke Room

We created a dark blue panelled feature wall which creates cohesion through the room by linking it with the dark blue kitchen cabinets and it also helps to zone this space to give it its own identity, separate from the kitchen and dining spaces. This also helps to hide the TV which is less obvious against a dark backdrop than a clean white wall.

Streamline Batignolles

Anne Chemineau - Decor Interieur

Création d’un grand appartement familial avec espace parental et son studio indépendant suite à la réunion de deux lots. Une rénovation importante est effectuée et l’ensemble des espaces est restructuré et optimisé avec de nombreux rangements sur mesure. Les espaces sont ouverts au maximum pour favoriser la vue vers l’extérieur.

Traditional Renovation on Aspen

Stalburg Design

Photo of a large traditional open concept living room in Detroit with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

リノベーションした自邸

井上一則・空間工房一級建築士事務所

２階倉庫は住宅専用部へとリノベーション。天井は鉄骨の勾配梁に合わせ、空間を広くとることを最優先。
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv, beige floor, vaulted and wallpaper.

CASA BB, Carini (PA)

Studio GD Architetture

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Catania-Palermo with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, beige floor, recessed and decorative wall panelling.

Living room in a Belgravia Townhouse Designed by Rose Narmani

Rose Narmani Interiors

We created bright and airy living room with neutral colour scheme for the living room for our Belgravia Project.
This is an example of a large transitional formal enclosed living room in London with beige walls, a wall-mounted tv, wallpaper, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and recessed.

Panelling

Jack Badger LTD

Making its first appearance into English fashions as late as the 15th Century, Oak panelling was first installed to add insulation to cold homes. It has now been adopted as a thing of beauty and adds an atmosphere to a room the likes of which are unparalleled. From the crude beauty found in early medieval oak panelling to the sophisticated elegance of the refined panelling produced in the Georgian era. We can design and make the perfect panelling to suit your property and allow you to add something truly beautiful to the timeline of your home. Contact us here to enquire further about panelling.

Modern Farmhouse

Calista Kitchen & Bath

Living room
This is an example of a large country formal open concept living room in Miami with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

The Cove- Water View Delpino Custom Luxury Coastal Dutch West Indies Style Home

Delpino Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large beach style open concept living room in Charleston with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and planked wall panelling.

West Asheville Remodel

Patrick Michael Custom Builders

Living Room Renovation
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Renovation d'un Appartement à Paris 7ème

SARL ESPACE AMENAGEMENT DECORATION

Inspiration for a large transitional enclosed living room in Paris with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Sarasota Vue Penthouse Build-Out Great Room & Dining Room

Cabex Construction

The architecture and layout of the dining room and living room in this Sarasota Vue penthouse has an Italian garden theme as if several buildings are stacked next to each other where each surface is unique in texture and color.

Fort Woth Magazine Dream Street 2023- "The English"

Heritage Design Studio

Photo of an expansive traditional open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Davie Luxury Home LLR

YOLO Interiors

Custom build marble fireplace build out Custom cabinets and floating shelves with LED Lighting Area Rug 9' x 12' Custom swivel chairs Custom coffee table Custom sheer drapery panels LED chandeliers Wallpaper Accessories

The Custom Tudor at Manor Park

Mitchell & Best Homes

This is an example of a small traditional loft-style living room in DC Metro with a library, beige walls, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, decorative wall panelling, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Moody Blues

Laura Lee Home

Previously used as an office, this space had an awkwardly placed window to the left of the fireplace. By removing the window and building a bookcase to match the existing, the room feels balanced and symmetrical. Panel molding was added (by the homeowner!) and the walls were lacquered a deep navy. Bold modern green lounge chairs and a trio of crystal pendants make this cozy lounge next level. A console with upholstered ottomans keeps cocktails at the ready while adding two additional seats.

Elmhurst Residence

Polay Interiors

Inspiration for a small transitional formal open concept living room in Chicago with green walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv, brown floor, coffered and wallpaper.

Miami Beach Penthouse

DLT Interiors-Debbie Travin

Complete Gut and Renovation in this Penthouse located in Miami Beach Custom Built in Living Room Unit, Custom Sofa, Upholstered Custom swivel chairs and beautiful linen window treatments

All Wall Treatments 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.