This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, a concrete fireplace surround and beige floor.

Modern Remodel

HMH Architecture + Interiors

Photo by: Andrew Pogue Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Denver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

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.

CV - White Farmhouse

Nick Lee Architecture

Country open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and beige floor.

Sunset Residence

Hoke Ley

Blake Worthington, Rebecca Duke
Large contemporary formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with light hardwood floors, beige floor, white walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and no tv.

Loomis Custom Home

SD Olsen Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Sacramento with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Living and dining room design Bothell, WA

ULLE Studio

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and a concrete fireplace surround.

Woodland Residence | Chadds Ford, PA

Period Architecture Ltd.

Angle Eye Photography
This is an example of a large transitional open concept living room in Philadelphia with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Modern Home

Pamela Pennington Studios

Photo by Eric Zepeda
Large modern open concept living room in San Francisco with a music area, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Traditional Southwestern Ranch House

Pink Dwelling

Barker Realty and Elisa Macomber
Mid-sized enclosed living room in Other with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Altadore Showhome by Trickle Creek Designer Homes

ICON Stone + Tile

ICON Stone + Tile // wall tile
This is an example of a large country formal open concept living room in Calgary with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, beige floor, a concrete fireplace surround and no tv.

Heizkamin 3seitig

RAMFIRE KAMINE KG

Design ideas for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Nuremberg with white walls, light hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Contemporary Living Room

Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Cedar Rapids with a concrete fireplace surround, grey walls and beige floor.

Aspen Red Mountain Remodel

Akasha Design Studio

David O. Marlow
Design ideas for a large modern formal open concept living room in Denver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Orenda Family Room

Mimi & Hill interiors

Photo of a transitional living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Super Wide Plank Hardwoods

State Of The Art Wood Floor Gallery Corp

Design ideas for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in New York with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and beige floor.

Los Altos House

Dotter & Solfjeld Architecture + Design

Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in San Francisco with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Floating Mezzanine Game Room

Lasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction

Floating above the kitchen and family room, a mezzanine offers elevated views to the lake. It features a fireplace with cozy seating and a game table for family gatherings. Architecture and interior design by Pierre Hoppenot, Studio PHH Architects.

Barnes Residence

Anthony Concrete Design Inc

Modern, concrete fireplace surround with build-in media wall. Distressed concrete panels are used to give this fireplace surround an modern look & feel.

Oakville

Upside Development

Toronto’s Upside Development completed this interior contemporary remodeling project. Nestled in Oakville’s tree lined ravine, a mid-century home was discovered by new owners returning from Europe. A modern Renovation with a Scandinavian flare unique to the area was envisioned and achieved.

Living Room Design Photos with a Concrete Fireplace Surround and Beige 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.