Photo of a large mediterranean formal open concept living room in Austin with white walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor, dark hardwood floors, exposed beam and wood.

Lime Tree Farm House

Maytree Studios

Polished concrete floors and expansive floor to ceiling joinery frames the interior of this generous lounge room. The mud room off the entry can be seen in the distance, usually concealed behind sliding doors.

Modern Living Room

Design ideas for a large modern open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Vernon

Ballentine Architects Studio

Inspiration for a large beach style open concept living room in Los Angeles with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

Wimbledon House - refurbishment, extension and dormer

VORBILD Architecture

Photo by Chris Snook
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in London with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Mullan Trail Road, Coeur d'Alene

Nest Designs

For the living room, we chose to keep it open and airy. The large fan adds visual interest while all of the furnishings remained neutral. The wall color is Functional Gray from Sherwin Williams. The fireplace was covered in American Clay in order to give it the look of concrete. We had custom benches made out of reclaimed barn wood that flank either side of the fireplace. The TV is on a mount that can be pulled out from the wall and swivels, when the TV is not being watched, it can easily be pushed back away.

Indiana Golf Retreat Living Room AFTER

Herald Gardell, Ltd. Design Services

We took the original fireplace, which was too small and simple, and expanded the proportions in every direction. With that focal point in play, we exaggerated the height with floor to ceiling linen sheers to add warmth to an otherwise somber setting that really suits the character of our client.

Ski In Ski Out Timber Frame

Rocky Mountain Homes/Rocky Mountain Log Homes

Design ideas for a large country formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Tuscan Inspired Home in Paradise Valley

La Casa Builders Inc.

Dino Tonn Photography
Inspiration for a large mediterranean enclosed living room in Phoenix with a library, beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Sundown Pkwy Kitchen

Twelve Stones Designs, LLC

Christopher Davison, AIA
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Drew McGukin Interiors - Chelsea Apartment

Drew McGukin Interiors @drewmcgukin

Brett Beyer Photography
Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in New York with a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

935 W. Kenilworth

KF Walter Homes

Photo of a large transitional formal open concept living room in Chicago with grey walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, carpet and grey floor.

Oakwood, Joshua Tree

Interior Particulier

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, ceramic floors, a corner fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Project Dover Shores

Mark Design Co.

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Victorian Country House

Emma Tutill Ltd

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Essex with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Modern Living Room

Large modern open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Blackshire

MARCUSSE CONSTRUCTION

Design ideas for a large scandinavian formal open concept living room in Grand Rapids with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

High end 3d rendering

Zacharias Serban - Rendercity

3d Renderings made before renovating the space. The interior designer has chosen the furniture and we have made several layouts before choosing the final design. The dining room has a marble tabletop. The house is located in Brooklyn, New York.

Tidal Mill Place

Delpino Custom Homes

This is an example of a large country formal open concept living room in Charleston with a wall-mounted tv, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

TREVISO

STUDIO CERON & CERON

Photo of a contemporary open concept living room in Venice with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and a plaster fireplace surround.

All TVs Living Room Design Photos with a Plaster 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.