Design ideas for a large modern open concept living room in Calgary with light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv, vaulted and beige walls.

Staged & Sold in W. Newton

BK Classic Collections Home Stagers

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Boston with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Beach Style Living Room

Inspiration for a large beach style open concept living room in Other with green walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and planked wall panelling.

Entertainer's Oasis

Kimball Modern Design + Interiors

Photo of a modern open concept living room in Denver with medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and wood.

Изысканный интерьер трехкомнатной квартиры

Kutenkovs project

Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Novosibirsk with blue walls, cork floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Winnipesaukee

Bloom Architecture

View of Living Room with full height windows facing Lake WInnipesaukee. A biofuel fireplace is anchored by a custom concrete bench and pine soffit.
Photo of a large country open concept living room in Manchester with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, brown floor and wood.

Living Room

Lauren Allyn Interiors

Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and exposed beam.

Midcentury Influenced Contemporary Condo

Degnan Design-Build-Remodel

Strong horizontal lines are used in several ways: The fireplace, the mantel, the floating shelves, and the floating cabinets.
Inspiration for a small midcentury enclosed living room in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Pine Crest Residence

KA DesignWorks

This is an example of a large transitional open concept living room in Denver with a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Villa Como

True Colours

Contemporary living room in Adelaide with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Los Angeles

Regal X Inc.

This is an example of a large contemporary living room in Los Angeles with grey walls, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Black and White Living Room

Joni Spear Interior Design

Open concept living room in an 1890's historical home. A linear gas fireplace surrounded by comfortable, yet elegant lounge seating makes for a cozy space to read or have a cocktail. The original space consisted of 3 small rooms and is now one continuous space.

Wellington Whimsy

Tiger Lily's Greenwich

Equestrian style wall art sets bright tone for this living room where four swivel club chairs around a tufted leather ottoman make for a cozy area to sit and talk.

Modern Oasis

Pamela Pennington Studios

Photo by Eric Zepeda
Photo of a contemporary open concept living room in San Francisco with a metal fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and brown floor.

Preston Hollow VII

Phillip Jennings Custom Homes

Design ideas for a contemporary formal living room in Dallas with white walls, dark hardwood floors and a ribbon fireplace.

The Modern Wolfden

Wolfgang Pichler Design Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Other with a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, beige walls, concrete floors, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Holiday Drive

Dichotomy Interiors

Photo of a scandinavian living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and beige floor.

Berkeley Hall Renovation

H2 Builders

Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in Charleston with a music area, blue walls, travertine floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

The Milina by John Cannon Homes

John Cannon Homes

A Distinctly Contemporary West Indies 4 BEDROOMS | 4 BATHS | 3 CAR GARAGE | 3,744 SF The Milina is one of John Cannon Home’s most contemporary homes to date, featuring a well-balanced floor plan filled with character, color and light. Oversized wood and gold chandeliers add a touch of glamour, accent pieces are in creamy beige and Cerulean blue. Disappearing glass walls transition the great room to the expansive outdoor entertaining spaces. The Milina’s dining room and contemporary kitchen are warm and congenial. Sited on one side of the home, the master suite with outdoor courtroom shower is a sensual retreat. Gene Pollux Photography

Modern Ideas for Small Apartments

Florida Home

This is an example of a mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in Miami with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Living Room Design Photos with a Ribbon Fireplace

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.