this was an old poorly converted garage that we vaulted, added windows for light and created the houseing for the wood burning stove that helpd make sense of the asymmetry of its location.

Cardiff Glasgow 1

JDF Design

This is an example of a transitional living room in San Diego with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, exposed beam and vaulted.

Somers Residence

Highland Builders LLC

A custom built-in unit was added showcase decor while also serving as a storage area. Painted in Sherwin Williams Pure White gave is a subtle contrast from the walls. Added the floating shelf above the TV ties in the beams and mantle.

Black Brick Fireplace

Fireclay Tile

Ignite inspiration to your fireplace design by using our Black Hills Glazed thin Brick in a stacked pattern. DESIGN Kim Wolfe Homes PHOTOS Becky Kimball Tile Shown: Glazed Thin Brick in Black Hills

ADA Compliant Home in Tualatin, OR

True Life Design Co

Beautiful great room remodel
Design ideas for a large modern open concept living room in Portland with white walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and vaulted.

Novo Interiors Modern Farm House

NOVO Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in San Diego with a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, beige floor and vaulted.

Classic Interior Greenwood Village

Laura Medicus Interiors

This is a beautiful ranch home remodel in Greenwood Village for a family of 5. Look for kitchen photos coming later this summer!
This is an example of a large transitional open concept living room in Denver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, vaulted and brick walls.

Mid-century Remix

Lori Delisle Interior Design & Decorating

My client's mother had a love for all things 60's, 70's & 80's. Her home was overflowing with original pieces in every corner, on every wall and in every nook and cranny. It was a crazy mish mosh of pieces and styles. When my clients decided to sell their parent's beloved home the task of making the craziness look welcoming seemed overwhelming but I knew that it was not only do-able but also had the potential to look absolutely amazing. We did a massive, and when I say massive, I mean MASSIVE, decluttering including an estate sale, many donation runs and haulers. Then it was time to use the special pieces I had reserved, along with modern new ones, some repairs and fresh paint here and there to revive this special gem in Willow Glen, CA for a new home owner to love.

The Riviera

Nathan Homes LLC

Traditional formal open concept living room in Omaha with a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and vaulted.

Lot 55 Landherr

Bentley Construction LLC

This is an example of an arts and crafts open concept living room in Louisville with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Remount Ranch

Andrea Schumacher Interiors

This room features a large, western landscape painting hung against a black and white aspen tree wallpaper. It is accompanied by a red suede chair and a honey-colored leather ottoman that perfectly ties together colors from the art.

Kellett Street

C. Kairouz Architects

Open plan living area perfect for entertaining with great access to the outdoors, alfresco dining and pool area.
Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, beige floor and vaulted.

Custom - Thompson

Front Light Building Co.

Inspiration for a beach style open concept living room in Other with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Split-Level Remodel

Shoshi Designs

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, laminate floors, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, black floor and vaulted.

Complete Home Remodel

RAP Construction Group, LLC

Photo of a beach style open concept living room in Portland with blue walls, vaulted, planked wall panelling, dark hardwood floors, a brick fireplace surround and multi-coloured floor.

Laurel

Right Angle Construction Custom Homes and Pools

Photo of a large transitional open concept living room in Atlanta with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor and vaulted.

Harper Meadow at Cross Creek Ranch

Interior Design Concepts

This is an example of a large transitional open concept living room in Houston with porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, vaulted and brick walls.

Black Brick Fireplace

Fireclay Tile

Surround your fireplace in black stacked brick to create a living room draped in luxury. DESIGN Kim Wolfe Homes PHOTOS Becky Kimball Tile Shown: Glazed Thin Brick in Black Hills

Mid-Century Modern Ranch - Ft Worth

Land & Luxury Studio

Home staging in an open concept MCM living room.
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in Dallas with a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, vaulted and panelled walls.

Mid-century Whole Home Historic Renovation

RIC design build

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Richmond with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, vaulted and brick walls.

Living Room Design Photos with a Brick Fireplace Surround and Vaulted

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.