Living room makes the most of the light and space and colours relate to charred black timber cladding
Design ideas for a small industrial open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, concrete floors, a wood stove, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and wood.

Phillips Residence

ConcreteWorks East

Concrete countertop
Inspiration for a contemporary living room in New York with a concrete fireplace surround and concrete floors.

Contemporary Living Room

Mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Seattle with a two-sided fireplace, no tv, concrete floors, a concrete fireplace surround and black floor.

115 Page Street

User

Tom Roe
Inspiration for a contemporary enclosed living room in Melbourne with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Suncrest

Heliotrope Architects

Sean Airhart
Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Seattle with a concrete fireplace surround, concrete floors, grey walls, a standard fireplace and a built-in media wall.

Capitol Hill

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

With a compact form and several integrated sustainable systems, the Capitol Hill Residence achieves the client’s goals to maximize the site’s views and resources while responding to its micro climate. Some of the sustainable systems are architectural in nature. For example, the roof rainwater collects into a steel entry water feature, day light from a typical overcast Seattle sky penetrates deep into the house through a central translucent slot, and exterior mounted mechanical shades prevent excessive heat gain without sacrificing the view. Hidden systems affect the energy consumption of the house such as the buried geothermal wells and heat pumps that aid in both heating and cooling, and a 30 panel photovoltaic system mounted on the roof feeds electricity back to the grid. The minimal foundation sits within the footprint of the previous house, while the upper floors cantilever off the foundation as if to float above the front entry water feature and surrounding landscape. The house is divided by a sloped translucent ceiling that contains the main circulation space and stair allowing daylight deep into the core. Acrylic cantilevered treads with glazed guards and railings keep the visual appearance of the stair light and airy allowing the living and dining spaces to flow together. While the footprint and overall form of the Capitol Hill Residence were shaped by the restrictions of the site, the architectural and mechanical systems at work define the aesthetic. Working closely with a team of engineers, landscape architects, and solar designers we were able to arrive at an elegant, environmentally sustainable home that achieves the needs of the clients, and fits within the context of the site and surrounding community. (c) Steve Keating Photography

Park Lane

Uptic Studios

Oliver Irwin Photography www.oliveriphoto.com Uptic Studios designed the space in such a way that the exterior and interior blend together seamlessly, bringing the outdoors in. The interior of the space is designed to provide a smooth, heartwarming, and welcoming environment. With floor to ceiling windows, the views from inside captures the amazing scenery of the great northwest. Uptic Studios provided an open concept design to encourage the family to stay connected with their guests and each other in this spacious modern space. The attention to details gives each element and individual feature its own value while cohesively working together to create the space as a whole.

Martis Camp, Truckee

Martine Paquin Design

Mariko Reed
Expansive modern formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, concrete floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Cala Woods Residence and Studio

Johnson Squared Architecture + Planning

Alex Hayden
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in Seattle with concrete floors, beige walls, a wood stove, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Seaview Ave, Barwon Heads

josh_valentine_architects

Image by Carli Wilson Photography.
Photo of a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, white floor and exposed beam.

Caversham | Giorgi

Radiant Lighting

Design ideas for a large modern open concept living room in Perth with grey walls, concrete floors, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and a ribbon fireplace.

Big Horn Residence

Frog Rock Design, LLP - Residential Architecture

Photo of a small scandinavian open concept living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Russet

splyce design

Design ideas for a modern formal open concept living room in Vancouver with black walls, concrete floors, a ribbon fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

Living Room

Douglas Design Studio

Photographer: David Whittaker
Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in Toronto with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

Lake Coeur d'Alene Custom Home

Parsons Construction Inc

Large contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and wood.

Marthas Vineyard Modern Home Design

Studio North

Inspiration for a small midcentury open concept living room in Boston with concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, beige floor and wood.

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.

West Dry Creek Residence

Adeeni Design Group

Architecture: Sutro Architects Landscape Architecture: Arterra Landscape Architects Builder: Upscale Construction Photography: Christopher Stark
Design ideas for an asian living room in San Francisco with white walls, concrete floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and grey floor.

Longdale Lane

Bonura Building Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Los Angeles with a music area, grey walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Modern Elegance

M. Walter Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Austin with a library, white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

Living Room Design Photos with Concrete Floors 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.