Living Room Design Photos with a Two-sided Fireplace and a Concrete Fireplace Surround

Photo of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Denver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and a concrete fireplace surround.

Martis Camp Mountain Contemporary

SANDBOX

Photo by Vance Fox showing the dramatic Great Room, which is open to the Kitchen and Dining (not shown) & Rec Loft above. A large sliding glass door wall spills out onto both covered and uncovered terrace areas, for dining, relaxing by the fire or in the sunken spa.

Modern Farmhouse

MAWR Design

Whittney Parkinson
Large country formal open concept living room in Indianapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

Villa Letizia

Barone Arredamenti

Photo of a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Other with white walls, porcelain floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Residential

Michael Kelley Photography

by Mike Kelley Photography
Inspiration for a modern formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

Los Angeles Living Room

DOUBLE OAK CONSTRUCTION

Remodeled living room concrete flooring and fire place. Unglazed Porcelain , Matte Finish, Job: Northridge, CA 91325.
Design ideas for an expansive modern open concept living room in Los Angeles with grey walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

hidden glen

Christie Hausmann Design

This is an example of a large transitional open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Gallery

MoonLight Audio Visual Pro

Large contemporary open concept living room in San Diego with grey walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Marquis Gemini Multi-Sided Fireplace

Home and Hearth Outfitters

The appropriately-named Gemini provides spectacular views of the flames from two sides. Versatile enough to serve as a room divider or a corner focal point, this fireplace comes with advanced safety features. Several options are also available.

One Sunset Residence, Camano Island WA.

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Living Room looking toward library.
Photo of a mid-sized open concept living room in Seattle with a library, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood.

Garell

David Hertz & Studio of Environmental Architecture

This is an example of a large asian open concept living room in Other with bamboo floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Horseshoe House

Eerkes Architects

This is an example of a modern open concept living room in Seattle with grey walls, a two-sided fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

Лофт на Старом Арбате

LIKA ARTEN INTERIORS

This is an example of an expansive industrial formal open concept living room in Moscow with grey walls, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, carpet and grey floor.

Hide & Seek House

INLITE

Architect: Bower Architecture // Photographer: Shannon McGrath // Featuring Inlite Cardan R downlights in black
Inspiration for a contemporary open concept living room in Other with grey walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and grey floor.

Lake Knowles

Michael Wenrich Architects

Ryan Begley Photography
This is an example of a large modern open concept living room in Orlando with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

Mansion in Amsterdam

ijzersterk interieurontwerp

Photo of a contemporary open concept living room in Amsterdam with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, grey floor, no tv and exposed beam.

Blue & Grey Living Room

Element Design

This is an example of a small scandinavian formal enclosed living room in Manchester with blue walls, laminate floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and recessed.

Casa Terrace

Canexel Construcciones

Salón con vigas vistas y chimenea en espacio recogido pero abierto a comedor y cocina.
Photo of a mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Mustang Circle

KA DesignWorks

Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Denver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Hummingbird Haus

K2 Signature Homes

Cast in place fireplace.
Design ideas for a large modern open concept living room in Phoenix with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

Living Room Design Photos with a Two-sided Fireplace and a Concrete Fireplace Surround

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.