Large contemporary loft-style living room in Other with a home bar, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and wood.

Novamobili Sideboards

Livarea

Novamobili Sideboards
Design ideas for a large contemporary loft-style living room in Berlin with a home bar, grey walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, no tv and grey floor.

Hawsleigh

Farside - Helping you build your home

Renovation of a Melbourne Californian Bungalow - with bespoke timber room divider.
This is an example of a large midcentury open concept living room in Melbourne with a home bar, concrete floors, a wood stove, a concrete fireplace surround, a concealed tv and grey floor.

The BRIDGE HOME

Interiors and Functional Design

Open concept, yet within their own spaces, the living room, kitchen and dining room all share a central floor space in the center of the area. You can be in the kitchen, yet included in the conversation in the living or dining room. Each area affords spectacular views of the mountains and the City.

Main Stay House - Austin, TX

Matt Fajkus Architecture

The Main Stay House exists as a straightforward proposal on an urban infill lot, paring down the components of a house to a minimal amount of planes and openings. The scheme is anchored by a modern entry sequence and a staircase volume, both clad in iron spot masonry externally and internally, creating thresholds between the respective realms of public, common and private, by minimal means. The masonry contrasts with an otherwise muted interior atmosphere of smooth, desaturated surfaces. The entry sequence is a twist upon the conventional domestic front door, front facade, and fence. The front masonry wall replaces the typical residential fence and frames an indirect access to the front door, functioning as a privacy barrier while revealing slices of the interior to the public street. The staircase bifurcates the layout to provide a clear division between the common and private zones of the house, while clearly reading as a mass from all outside view. Brick and glass become portals between common and private zones. The design consolidates the service core along the west façade, allowing the structure to fully open the living zone to the pool court and existing trees. This directly connects interior and exterior, as well as human and nature. Freedom to vary the program or functional use of the area is enabled and strongly encouraged. Photography: Charles Davis Smith

Harrison Street Property

Dawson & Clinton

3119 Harrison Street consists of two contemporary, 3,000 square foot homes near San Francisco’s Mission District. The project involved excavating the lot 12 feet below ground level to make room for a shared six car underground garage, and two subterranean residences. The town homes were designed with a modern and clean approach, utilizing light wood tones and a minimalistic style. Both homes were thoughtfully designed to maximize space efficiency, allowing residents to live comfortably in an urban setting where space is always at a premium. To make the most of the residence's outdoor space courtyards and rooftop decks were also created as a space for entertaining.

W.A. Allen

MLD Custom Homes

This is an example of a contemporary open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, concrete floors and a home bar.

Projet Rue Gros / Réalisation Atelier Burel Sebag

Atelier Burel Sebag

Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Paris with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and a home bar.

T23- Flat L.I

GAM | GRUPPO ARCHITETTI MILANO

This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in Milan with a home bar, multi-coloured walls, concrete floors, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Lyders Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

Photo of an expansive beach style open concept living room in Other with a home bar, white walls, concrete floors, beige floor and coffered.

Window Wall

Porth Architects, Ltd.

The living room offers dramitic mountain views and access to outdoor livinng. Roger Wade photo.
Photo of a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Other with a home bar, white walls, concrete floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

John Mark- Cement Coffee Table

User

Design ideas for a large eclectic open concept living room in Charlotte with a home bar, multi-coloured walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Boho Mid-Century Modern

Lucy Johnson Interior Design

Mid-Century Modern remodel with a view!
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Seattle with a home bar, white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Water-shed Revival

BARRETT STUDIO architects

After their Niwot, Colorado, home was inundated with floodwater and mud in the historic 2013 flood, the owners brought their “glass is half full” zest for life to the process of restarting their lives in a modest budget-conscious home. It wouldn’t have been possible without the goodwill of neighbors, friends, strangers, donated services, and their own grit and full engagement in the building process. Water-shed Revival is a 2000 square foot home designed for social engagement, inside-outside living, the joy of cooking, and soaking in the sun and mountain views. The lofty space under the shed roof speaks of farm structures, but with a twist of the modern vis-à-vis clerestory windows and glass walls. Concrete floors act as a passive solar heat sink for a constant sense of thermal comfort, not to mention a relief for muddy pet paw cleanups. Cost-effective structure and material choices, such as corrugated metal and HardiePanel siding, point this home and this couple toward a renewed future.

Mister Chopshop

KCreative Interiors

Mister Chop Shop is a men's barber located in Bondi Junction, Sydney. This new venture required a look and feel to the salon unlike it's Chop Shop predecessor. As such, we were asked to design a barbershop like no other - A timeless modern and stylish feel juxtaposed with retro elements. Using the building’s bones, the raw concrete walls and exposed brick created a dramatic, textured backdrop for the natural timber whilst enhancing the industrial feel of the steel beams, shelving and metal light fittings. Greenery and wharf rope was used to soften the space adding texture and natural elements. The soft leathers again added a dimension of both luxury and comfort whilst remaining masculine and inviting. Drawing inspiration from barbershops of yesteryear – this unique men’s enclave oozes style and sophistication whilst the period pieces give a subtle nod to the traditional barbershops of the 1950’s.

3 Palms - Living Room & Entry

Real Estate Judge

Midcentury Modern Living Room
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Phoenix with a home bar, white walls, concrete floors and a wall-mounted tv.

The Perfect Fit

Exterior Landscaping and Pools Abu Dhabi & Dubai

KJ
Design ideas for a large contemporary living room in Other with a home bar, white walls and concrete floors.

Penthouse

Yellow Cloud Studio

Mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in London with a home bar, green walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Napa Valley Residence Yountville

Holder Parlette Architecture + Landscapes

Photo of a large transitional open concept living room in San Francisco with a home bar, beige walls, concrete floors and a plaster fireplace surround.

Minneapolis North Loop Loft Remodel and Redesign

Tiffany Hanken Design

We added new lighting, a fireplace and built-in's, reupholstered a heirloom chair, and all new furnishings and art.
This is an example of a large eclectic loft-style living room in Minneapolis with a home bar, blue walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Living Room Design Photos with a Home Bar and Concrete Floors

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.