Inspired by fantastic views, there was a strong emphasis on natural materials and lots of textures to create a hygge space. Making full use of that awkward space under the stairs creating a bespoke made cabinet that could double as a home bar/drinks area

San Elijo - Project

ProPacific Builders, Inc.

Mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in San Diego with green walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a corner tv, brown floor and wood walls.

Fish Cross Cottage

Warren French Interiors

A coastal Scandinavian renovation project, combining a Victorian seaside cottage with Scandi design. We wanted to create a modern, open-plan living space but at the same time, preserve the traditional elements of the house that gave it it's character.

Living room

Cotton + Ash Interiors

A living room designed in a scandi rustic style featuring an inset wood burning stove, a shelved alcove on one side with log storage undernaeath and a TV shelf on the other side with further log storage and a media box below. The flooring is a light herringbone laminate and the ceiling, coving and ceiling rose are painted Farrow and Ball 'Calamine' to add interest to the room and tie in with the accented achromatic colour scheme of white, grey and pink. The velvet loveseat and sofa add an element of luxury to the room making it a more formal seating area, further enhanced by the picture moulding panelling applied to the white walls.

The Garden Apartment, Inverdart

User

A Garden Apartment occupying the entire ground floor of this impressive Arts & Crafts House. The extensive accommodation has contemporary styling that compliments the period features and benefits from large sunny terraces overlooking the River Dart and out to sea. Photography by Colin Cadle Photo-Styling Jan Cadle

Industrial Minimalism

Osada Construction

Design ideas for a large transitional open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a corner tv and vaulted.

Project Escape, East London

CCASA Architects

The refurbishment include on opening up and linking both the living room and the formal dining room to create a bigger room.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in London with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a corner tv and brown floor.

Bethnal Green House

VORBILD Architecture

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in London with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a corner tv and brown floor.

Living room

Cotton + Ash Interiors

Lounge

Ellen Utley Interiors

The room is widened utilising visual trickery. Existing furniture is re-used and new materials are natural and long lasting. This project was achieved with no electrical work required.

Modern Scandi Home

NB Interiors UK

Rear House Extension and internal refurbishment works at Surbiton KT6

Builders Team

Beautiful living room with blue details.
Inspiration for a large traditional enclosed living room in London with beige walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a corner tv and brown floor.

Woking Way Residence

Hsu McCullough

Reading Nook at Living Room faces rear yard with landscape beyond
Large mediterranean formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a corner tv, brown floor and exposed beam.

Projet SARAH | Salon

Les Compagnons des Investisseurs

Small living room in Paris with white walls, laminate floors, a corner fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a corner tv.

Bethnal Green House

VORBILD Architecture

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in London with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a corner tv and brown floor.

Industrial Minimalism

Osada Construction

Design ideas for a large transitional open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a corner tv and vaulted.

House Extension new living room

IGB Architectural Design

Living room wood burning stove with reclaimed timber beam fireplace surround and slate hearth means the large room can be warmed without having to put the central heating on and gives the formal room a focal point.

Lounge

Ellen Utley Interiors

The room is widened utilising visual trickery. Existing furniture is re-used and new materials are natural and long lasting. This project was achieved with no electrical work required.

Living room

Cotton + Ash Interiors

Bethnal Green House

VORBILD Architecture

Mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in London with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a corner tv, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Living Room Design Photos with a Plaster Fireplace Surround and a Corner 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.