This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Grenoble with beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, orange floor and exposed beam.

Art Imitates Life

K Taylor Design Group

photography by TeAnne Chartrau, Alise OBrien Photography
This is an example of a transitional formal enclosed living room in St Louis with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and orange floor.

Chatham Road, Denistone

Homes On Trend - Property Styling

Design ideas for a small transitional open concept living room in Sydney with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and orange floor.

Mantel Ideas | Wooden Beam Mantel | Eclectic Home Style

EL & EL Wood Products Corp.

Break the white apart in your home and add natural elements. This Hand-Hewn Mantel Beam is a simple way to add in a statement piece to your beautiful white brick fireplace. Beam: BMH-EC

Weir Brothers Adobe

Shelter Residential

Living room in San Diego with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and orange floor.

Beacon Hill Mid-Century

Ore Studios

Lauren Colton
Midcentury living room in Seattle with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and orange floor.

Home of the Year

National Association of Home Builders

2012: This Arts and Crafts style house draws from the most influential English architects of the early 20th century. Designed to be enjoyed by multiple families as a second home, this 4,900-sq-ft home contains three identical master suites, three bedrooms and six bathrooms. The bold stucco massing and steep roof pitches make a commanding presence, while flared roof lines and various detailed openings articulate the form. Inside, neutral colored walls accentuate richly stained woodwork. The timber trusses and the intersecting peak and arch ceiling open the living room to form a dynamic gathering space. Stained glass connects the kitchen and dining room. The open floor plan allows abundant light and views to the exterior, and also provides a sense of connection and functionality. A pair of matching staircases separates the two upper master suites, trimmed with custom balusters. Architect :Wayne Windham Architect - http://waynewindhamarchitect.com/ Builder: Buffington Homes - http://buffingtonhomes.com/ Interior Designer : Kathryn McGowan Land Planner: Sunnyside Designs

Traditional Craftsman Client Home

Bob Buescher Homes

Mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Other with a library, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and orange floor.

Macleod Residence

DSdezines Interiors

Rumpus area with brick fireplace and wall-mounted TV
Design ideas for a large contemporary loft-style living room in Melbourne with white walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and orange floor.

Sun rays in Côte d'Azur

Unique By Tanin

I created this room as a reminder of each time I was leaving my rainy, pretty, noisy Paris to go relaxing across the Mediterranean beach. So this in the south of France where the powerful sun touch the azure blue water and makes it eye-catching.

Northern NM Style Large Home

Pink Dwelling

Inspiration for an expansive open concept living room in Other with beige walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, orange floor and exposed beam.

LDKリフォーム

ライフスタイルデザインオフィス　ワンズプラス

壁かけテレビの後ろの壁を彫り込んでコンセント廻りをすっきり
Photo of a small scandinavian open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, orange floor and wood walls.

Mid-Century Update

Morrow Interiors, Inc.

Mid-sized midcentury enclosed living room in Omaha with orange walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and orange floor.

McLean, VA - Midcentury Modern

Samantha Friedman Interior Designs

Jesse Snyder
Mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in DC Metro with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and orange floor.

Traditional Craftsman Client Home

Bob Buescher Homes

Mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Other with a library, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and orange floor.

Northern NM Style Large Home

Pink Dwelling

This is an example of an expansive open concept living room in Other with beige walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, orange floor and exposed beam.

LDKリフォーム

ライフスタイルデザインオフィス　ワンズプラス

框に使われているのは「アカシア」
Inspiration for a small scandinavian open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, orange floor and wood walls.

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アトリエ137 | atelier137 Architectural Design Office

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This is an example of a modern open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and orange floor.

House re-modelling and conversion. Laleham on Thames

Matthew Calvert Architect

Matthew Calvert
Mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in Surrey with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and orange floor.

I cipressi

Riccardo Caracciolo design&services

foto Pasquale Comegna
Small country open concept living room in Other with white walls, painted wood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, orange floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Living Room Design Photos with a Brick Fireplace Surround and Orange Floor

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.