Expansive modern open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

SOLITUDE 4500 Model

Sonora West Development, Inc.

Large open concept living room in Phoenix with a home bar, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood.

Lake Wylie Wonder

Spain Construction

Living room with custom fireplace masonry and wooden mantle, accented with custom builtins and white-washed ceilings.
Photo of a large country open concept living room in Charlotte with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood.

Briarcliff Condo

Kathleen Ramsey, Allied ASID

This colorful condo renovation used the client's favorite colors of teal and plum. They also love nature and wanted to bring elements of nature inside.

Country Retreat

M-Squared Contracting Inc.

Rustic yet refined, this modern country retreat blends old and new in masterful ways, creating a fresh yet timeless experience. The structured, austere exterior gives way to an inviting interior. The palette of subdued greens, sunny yellows, and watery blues draws inspiration from nature. Whether in the upholstery or on the walls, trailing blooms lend a note of softness throughout. The dark teal kitchen receives an injection of light from a thoughtfully-appointed skylight; a dining room with vaulted ceilings and bead board walls add a rustic feel. The wall treatment continues through the main floor to the living room, highlighted by a large and inviting limestone fireplace that gives the relaxed room a note of grandeur. Turquoise subway tiles elevate the laundry room from utilitarian to charming. Flanked by large windows, the home is abound with natural vistas. Antlers, antique framed mirrors and plaid trim accentuates the high ceilings. Hand scraped wood flooring from Schotten & Hansen line the wide corridors and provide the ideal space for lounging.

Morningstar

Homes Sold Right

Design ideas for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Orange County with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and vaulted.

Post & Gable House

Kirsten Johnstone Architecture

This is an example of an expansive contemporary enclosed living room in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Rancho Mirage - New Build Ground Up

Kelly Darling Spadoni - Darling Interiors

Great Room featuring chrome & live edge wood dining table and modern dining chairs with a modern light fixture above. A symmetrical seating arrangement featuring custom made blue sectional sofas and custom made modern swivel chairs. Grounded with a neutral shag area rug.

VILLA DEBORA INTERNI

JFD - Juri Favilli Design

This is an example of an expansive country open concept living room in Milan with a library, a two-sided fireplace, exposed beam, vaulted, panelled walls, grey walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Walnut New Construction

Fiorella Design, LLC

Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in San Francisco with medium hardwood floors, brown floor, a wall-mounted tv, white walls and a ribbon fireplace.

Pinecrest Home Remodel Japandi Style

Janet Patterson Interior Design (JPID)

Open floor plan formal living room with modern fireplace.
Large modern formal open concept living room in Miami with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, beige floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

City Style

Susan Semmelmann Interiors- Award Winning Designer

Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in Dallas with multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Delano New Build

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

California coastal living room design with green cabinets to match the kitchen island along with gold hardware, floating shelves with LED lighting, and a mantle stained to match the wood tones throughout the home. A center fireplace with stacked stone to match the rest of the home's design to help give that warm and cozy features to bring the outside in.

Modern Kitchen, Beverage Center & Custom Media Wall

Todd Whittaker Drywall Inc.

TWD was honored to remodel multiple rooms within this Valley home. The kitchen came out absolutely striking. This space features plenty of storage capacity with the two-toned cabinetry in Linen and in Navy from Waypoint, North Cascades Quartz countertops, backsplash tile from Bedrosians and all of the fine details and options included in this design.. The beverage center utilizes the same Navy cabinetry by Waypoint, open shelving, 3" x 12" Spanish glazed tile in a herringbone pattern, and matching quartz tops. The custom media walls is comprised of stacked stone to the ceiling, Slate colored cabinetry by Waypoint, open shelving and upgraded electric to allow the electric fireplace to be the focal point of the space.

Modern Hillside

GLDESIGN

Photo of an expansive modern open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Modern Penthouse

LK Design

This project began with an entire penthouse floor of open raw space which the clients had the opportunity to section off the piece that suited them the best for their needs and desires. As the design firm on the space, LK Design was intricately involved in determining the borders of the space and the way the floor plan would be laid out. Taking advantage of the southwest corner of the floor, we were able to incorporate three large balconies, tremendous views, excellent light and a layout that was open and spacious. There is a large master suite with two large dressing rooms/closets, two additional bedrooms, one and a half additional bathrooms, an office space, hearth room and media room, as well as the large kitchen with oversized island, butler's pantry and large open living room. The clients are not traditional in their taste at all, but going completely modern with simple finishes and furnishings was not their style either. What was produced is a very contemporary space with a lot of visual excitement. Every room has its own distinct aura and yet the whole space flows seamlessly. From the arched cloud structure that floats over the dining room table to the cathedral type ceiling box over the kitchen island to the barrel ceiling in the master bedroom, LK Design created many features that are unique and help define each space. At the same time, the open living space is tied together with stone columns and built-in cabinetry which are repeated throughout that space. Comfort, luxury and beauty were the key factors in selecting furnishings for the clients. The goal was to provide furniture that complimented the space without fighting it.

Modern English Cottage

Osada Construction

This is an example of an open concept living room in Other with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and vaulted.

Delano New Build

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

VILLA DEBORA INTERNI

JFD - Juri Favilli Design

Inspiration for an expansive country open concept living room in Milan with a library, a two-sided fireplace, brown floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Waterfront Post and Beam

Doyle Coffin Architecture LLC

Photo of a large country enclosed living room in New York with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood.

Stacked Stone 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.