Photo of a large traditional loft-style living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Modern Northwoods Residence Great Room & Dining

Amy Carman Design

A view from the living room into the dining, kitchen, and loft areas of the main living space. Windows and walk-outs on both levels allow views and ease of access to the lake at all times.

Californian Mid-Century House

Oneshot Design

This is an example of a large midcentury formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a concealed tv, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Mapleton

Harper & Company, Inc.

Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a concealed tv, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Lauren Kay Sims Lakehouse - Living Room

Urbanology Designs

Traditional modern living room, with a wall of windows looking out on a lake. A wood panel wall with an ornate fireplace, fresh greenery, and modern furnishings. An expansive, deep, cozy sectional makes for ultimate relaxation. Uber long wood bench for additional seating.

Appartement G

Philippe Harden

Inspiration for a transitional open concept living room in Paris with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concealed tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Well Street Common

Cairn

Moving walls adapt the privacy levels of this panelled family room.
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in London with a library, pink walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed tv and panelled walls.

Pinehurst Farms 1.5 Story Modern Farmhouse

Rautmann Custom Homes

Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in Milwaukee with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

M.AH Villa, Riyadh

monoblok design & interiors

Living room
Inspiration for a large modern loft-style living room in Other with brown floor, black walls, dark hardwood floors, a concealed tv, recessed and panelled walls.

Entertainment Centers and Built-Ins

Woodways

DVDs, books, games, and blankets all have a space in this entertainment center that has tons of hidden storage. Panels retract to reveal tv. Shelves slide in and out of cabinets for easier access and storage.

Montecito

Indian Wells Interiors

Traditional Formal living room with all of the old world charm
Inspiration for a large formal enclosed living room in Other with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8

Jemimah Barnett

Wall colour: Slaked Lime Mid #149 by Little Greene | Ceilings in Loft White #222 by Little Greene | Chandelier is the double Bernardi in bronze, by Eichholtz | Rug and club chairs from Eichholtz | Morton Sofa in Hunstman Natural, from Andrew Martin | Breuer coffee tables, from Andrew Martin | Artenis modular sofa in Astrid Moss, from Barker & Stonehouse | Custom fireplace by AC Stone & Ceramic using Calacatta Viola marble

Pinehurst Farms 1.5 Story Modern Farmhouse

Rautmann Custom Homes

Photo of a large country open concept living room in Milwaukee with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Lauren Kay Sims Lakehouse - Hearth-Warming

Urbanology Designs

Accent stools provide additional seating in front of the hearth in this expansive traditional modern living room. Wood panelling makes a stunning impact, and light filters in through the entire wall of windows.

Mapleton

Harper & Company, Inc.

Design ideas for a large formal open concept living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a concealed tv, coffered and panelled walls.

Тонкое плетение

Design Studio Zimenko Yuriy

Этот интерьер – переплетение богатого опыта дизайнера, отменного вкуса заказчицы, тонко подобранных антикварных и современных элементов. Началось все с того, что в студию Юрия Зименко обратилась заказчица, которая точно знала, что хочет получить и была настроена активно участвовать в подборе предметного наполнения. Апартаменты, расположенные в исторической части Киева, требовали незначительной корректировки планировочного решения. И дизайнер легко адаптировал функционал квартиры под сценарий жизни конкретной семьи. Сегодня общая площадь 200 кв. м разделена на гостиную с двумя входами-выходами (на кухню и в коридор), спальню, гардеробную, ванную комнату, детскую с отдельной ванной комнатой и гостевой санузел.

Serenity Apartment

EASY Interior Design Ltd

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in London with beige walls, plywood floors, a concealed tv, beige floor and panelled walls.

Classic Design on Rolling Hills

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Inspiration for a large traditional loft-style living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed tv, vaulted and panelled walls.

Well Street Common

Cairn

Moving walls adapt the privacy levels of this panelled family room.
Mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in London with a library, pink walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed tv and panelled walls.

Refugium im Holzblockhaus

Zweiheit Innenarchitekten

Offenes Wohnzimmer mit drehbarem Sofa, Kamin, offener Treppe zur Galerie mit Holzlamellen und einer verspiegelten Wandverkleidung.
This is an example of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Frankfurt with ceramic floors, a wood stove, a concrete fireplace surround, a concealed tv, black floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Living Room Design Photos with a Concealed TV and Panelled Walls

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.