Iliana Moore Interiors / Columbine Antiques

Photo of a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Boston with a library, brown walls, medium hardwood floors and no tv.

East Hampton Beach House

Debra Geller Interior Design

Design ideas for a large country living room in New York with a library, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and no tv.

Cordillera Summit Residence

Reed Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Denver with a library, white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and no tv.

16th Century Cotswold Cottage

Janey Butler Interiors

A beautiful 16th Century Cottage in a Cotswold Conservation Village. The cottage was very dated and needed total renovatation. The Living room was was in fact two rooms which were knocked into one, creating a lovely large living room area for our client. Keeping the existing large open fire place at one end of the inital one room and turning the old smaller fireplace which was discovered when renovation works began in the other initial room as a feature fireplace with kiln dried logs. Beautiful calming colour schemes were implemented. New hardwood windows were painted in a gorgeous colour and the Bisque radiators sprayed in a like for like colour. New Electrics & Plumbing throughout the whole cottage as it was very old and dated. A modern Oak & Glass Staircase replaced the very dated aliminium spiral staircase. A total Renovation / Conversion of this pretty 16th Century Cottage, creating a wonderful light, open plan feel in what was once a very dark, dated cottage in the Cotswolds.

Diane's House

JVLphotography

MidCentury Living room with design compliments by Grassroots Design & Build Photo by Justin Van Leeuwen
Large midcentury open concept living room in Ottawa with a library, white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and no tv.

Fireplaces

Lehrer Fireplace & Patio

The New Kozy Heat Slayton 36. A perfect compact size with a large fireplace feel. This unit can fit into almost any application. Great heat producer, comes with a remote control to function it.

Art House

Sarah Davison Interior Design

Anson Smart
This is an example of a contemporary open concept living room in Sydney with a library, white walls, medium hardwood floors and no tv.

House F

Lioba Schneider | Architekturfotografie

Fotos: Lioba Schneider Architekturfotografie I Architekt: falke architekten köln
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary living room in Cologne with a library, white walls, no fireplace, no tv and light hardwood floors.

NYC Loft

Michael Maher Design

The elongated horizontal bookshelves filled with multicolored texts mirror the vibrancy of the custom wool and silk carpets from Stark Carpet New York and the Billy Haines plum sofa. The over-sized John Rosselli antique mirror creates depth and character. The black and white square portraits lend to beautiful focal point that offset the vibrancy of the room. The Restoration Hardware double wide chaise, the Hungarian 1930's lounge chairs, and the 1960's style Salibello seating all add to a cohesive blend of a contemporary living style that is dynamically modern. Photography: Peter Rymwid

Transitional Living Room

HAVEN INTERIORS LTD.

Interior Designers : CJ Mueller & Anna Miles, Haven Interiors Ltd., Milwaukee, WI.
Mid-sized transitional enclosed living room in Milwaukee with a library, grey walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and no tv.

Stonebridge Stunner

Design Studio West

Two proportioned book shelves flank either side of this updated fireplace. Their graceful arches echo the relief patterns on the tile façade. This simple but elegant update has provided cabinetry for concealed storage and open shelving where the owner proudly displays their favorite novels, travel mementos, and family heirlooms, adding a touch of personal narrative to the space.

Literary Living Space

Kanika Design Inc.

The project aimed to design a modern living space for adults to relax and lounge. The room underwent a complete transformation with new wall colors, flooring, furnishings, and a custom bookshelf installation. The walls were painted in a deep blue color to create a sense of calm and sophistication while the custom-designed bookshelf provided plenty of space for books. The space was grounded by a black and white rug featuring a geometric pattern. The overall effect is a stylish and inviting living room that showcases our bay area interior design service as a balance of style and functionality.

North Fitzroy Period Renovation

Architest Pty Ltd

A private reading and music room off the grand hallway creates a secluded and quite nook for members of a busy family
Photo of a large enclosed living room in Melbourne with a library, green walls, dark hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Niche House

Alexander Martin Architects Limited

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian enclosed living room in London with a library, white walls, no tv, medium hardwood floors and beige floor.

Transitional Elegance

Kitchens by Eileen

This is an example of a large transitional enclosed living room in Philadelphia with a library, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, no tv, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

BESPOKE BOOKCASE

Fitted furniture Designers & Makers | Unum Design

Shelving unit. Exposed from both sides.
Mid-sized modern open concept living room in London with a library, multi-coloured walls, carpet and no tv.

Library

Nurzia Construction Corporation

Living room and library in a transitional home.
Inspiration for a traditional open concept living room in New York with a library, white walls, medium hardwood floors and no tv.

Traditional Sitting Room

Courtney Kleeman Design

Photo of a small traditional enclosed living room in New York with a library, green walls, carpet, no fireplace and no tv.

North Shore Farmhouse

Kaminski Construction Management

Eric Roth
Design ideas for a traditional living room in Boston with a library, blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and no tv.

Green Pond

John Dvorsack Architect

This 4 bedroom shingle style home has 3 levels of finished space including a walkout basement which leads directly to the dock and private beach area below. Featuring a home theater, pool table, bar, gym, bathroom, outdoor shower, and secret Murphy bed, the basement doubles as the ultimate man cave and overflow guest quarters. An expansive Ipe deck above connects all the main first floor living areas. The kitchen and master bedroom wing were angled to provide privacy and to take in the views over Menauhant beach to Martha's Vineyard.

Living Room Design Photos with a Library and No TV

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.