This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Chicago with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor and vaulted.

Whole House Face Lift

Tunde Decor, LLC

Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept living room in Atlanta with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, grey floor and vaulted.

Bold Black and White

Blackdoor Design by Tamra Coviello

This is an example of a large mediterranean open concept living room in San Diego with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, brown floor and vaulted.

Living Room Remodel

Blueprint Dreams LLC

We built the wall out to make the custom millwork look built-in.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional enclosed living room in New York with a built-in media wall, brown floor, grey walls, medium hardwood floors and vaulted.

La casa della musica - 160mq

designINarch _ Francesca e Paola

Large contemporary enclosed living room in Milan with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a built-in media wall, red floor and vaulted.

Columbia, TN Custom Home

Noble Johnson Architects

Architecture: Noble Johnson Architects Interior Design: Rachel Hughes - Ye Peddler Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com
Photo of a large transitional open concept living room in Nashville with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and vaulted.

California Casual in the Midwest - Rue Magazine Feature

Kelsey Leigh Design Co.

Large transitional open concept living room in Oklahoma City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, beige floor and vaulted.

ADA Compliant Home in Tualatin, OR

True Life Design Co

Beautiful great room remodel
This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Portland with white walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor and vaulted.

Northumberland Stone Cottage

Studio Dean

This rural cottage in Northumberland was in need of a total overhaul, and thats exactly what it got! Ceilings removed, beams brought to life, stone exposed, log burner added, feature walls made, floors replaced, extensions built......you name it, we did it! What a result! This is a modern contemporary space with all the rustic charm you'd expect from a rural holiday let in the beautiful Northumberland countryside. Book In now here: https://www.bridgecottagenorthumberland.co.uk/?fbclid=IwAR1tpc6VorzrLsGJtAV8fEjlh58UcsMXMGVIy1WcwFUtT0MYNJLPnzTMq0w

Nashville E-Design Home

Home Styling by Alexis E-Design

Picking 5 colors and sticking to it is the way to go to create a cohesive, calm space. The colors here were grey, green, gold, brown, & black. Faux plants really liven a space, as do many throw pillows. Don't be afraid to cover the couch. The more the cozier!

Shooting bibliothèque sur mesure

Web Vision 360

Shooting d'une bibliothèque réalisée sur mesure par les architectes intérieurs de la marque QUADRO et fabriquée par la marque QUADRO
Inspiration for a contemporary open concept living room in Paris with a built-in media wall, white walls and vaulted.

Coastal Loft

Parker&Harlow Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal loft-style living room in Vancouver with grey walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, grey floor, vaulted and brick walls.

Pre-Design Luxurious Contemporary House

Andy Juy Designs

Large contemporary formal enclosed living room in Denver with beige walls, marble floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall, beige floor and vaulted.

West Roy Condo

SkB Architects

Originally built in 1955, this modest penthouse apartment typified the small, separated living spaces of its era. The design challenge was how to create a home that reflected contemporary taste and the client’s desire for an environment rich in materials and textures. The keys to updating the space were threefold: break down the existing divisions between rooms; emphasize the connection to the adjoining 850-square-foot terrace; and establish an overarching visual harmony for the home through the use of simple, elegant materials. The renovation preserves and enhances the home’s mid-century roots while bringing the design into the 21st century—appropriate given the apartment’s location just a few blocks from the fairgrounds of the 1962 World’s Fair.

Modern Rambler Makeover

Regarding Design

This was a whole home renovation with an addition and was phased over two and a half years. It included the kitchen, living room, primary suite, basement family room and wet bar, plus the addition of his and hers office space, along with a sunscreen. This modern rambler is transitional style at its best!

Chevy Chase - Mid Century

$Teass \ Warren Architects$ Teass \ Warren Architects

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in DC Metro with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and vaulted.

Tuscany Proj

Avid Interior Design Inc.

This was a whole home renovation where nothing was left untouched. We took out a few walls to create a gorgeous great room, custom designed millwork throughout, selected all new materials, finishes in all areas of the home. We also custom designed a few furniture pieces and procured all new furnishings, artwork, drapery and decor.

Home Staging

Inviting Spaces

Inspiration for an arts and crafts living room in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor and vaulted.

Modern Loft Bungalow Living Room

John McClain Design

Inspired by a 1970's wall tapestry, the custom designed 20 ft. floor to ceiling fireplace is the bold centerpiece of this space, boasting a combination of beautifully patterned black and white porcelain and leather insets hand cut and installed in various shapes and sizes. With its grand stature, the fireplace can also be enjoyed from the loft above. Photo: Zeke Ruelas

Villa Praiano - Soggiorno

David Casa

Soggiorno | Living room
Design ideas for a large mediterranean formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor and vaulted.

Living Room Design Photos with a Built-in Media Wall 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.