We decided to use a glass coffee table here to balance out the weight of the paneling on the walls and the club chairs. It adds a touch of elegance and sparkle, while keeping the space open and lighter than it would have been had we used a coffee table made of wood.

Grand Millenial in Quail Creek

Alicia Zupan Designs

Custom paneling with dental shelf detail - Ballard sconces
Inspiration for an expansive traditional formal loft-style living room in Oklahoma City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, coffered and panelled walls.

Classical Contemporary Residence

Tim Barber Architects

Living room within a Classical Contemporary residence in Los Angeles, CA.
Inspiration for a large traditional formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Pinehurst Farms 1.5 Story Modern Farmhouse

Rautmann Custom Homes

Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in Milwaukee with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Дом в "Новахово"

Polina Drozdova Studio

Photo of a transitional living room in Moscow with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and panelled walls.

Renovated Brooklyn Brownstone

Brooklinteriors

Inspiration for a transitional living room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, beige floor and panelled walls.

Двухэтажный коттедж в черте Москвы: гостиная

Legko.com

Design ideas for a traditional living room in Moscow with beige walls, a standard fireplace, grey floor and panelled walls.

South Kensington Project

Rose Narmani Interiors

A historic London townhouse, redesigned by Rose Narmani Interiors.
Design ideas for a large contemporary living room in London with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, beige floor and panelled walls.

Berkshire Farmhouse

Catherine Truman Architects

Before the renovation, this 17th century farmhouse was a rabbit warren of small dark rooms with low ceilings. A new owner wanted to keep the character but modernize the house, so CTA obliged, transforming the house completely. The family room, a large but very low ceiling room, was radically transformed by removing the ceiling to expose the roof structure above and rebuilding a more open new stair; the exposed beams were salvaged from an historic barn elsewhere on the property. The kitchen was moved to the former Dining Room, and also opened up to show the vaulted roof. The mud room and laundry were rebuilt to connect the farmhouse to a Barn (See “Net Zero Barn” project), also using salvaged timbers. Original wide plank pine floors were carefully numbered, replaced, and matched where needed. Historic rooms in the front of the house were carefully restored and upgraded, and new bathrooms and other amenities inserted where possible. The project is also a net zero energy project, with solar panels, super insulated walls, and triple glazed windows. CTA also assisted the owner with selecting all interior finishes, furniture, and fixtures. This project won “Best in Massachusetts” at the 2019 International Interior Design Association and was the 2020 Recipient of a Design Citation by the Boston Society of Architects. Photography by Nat Rea

Portland Mid Century Modern Home

Michelle Rolens - Neil Kelly Design/Build

Open Living room off the entry. Kept the existing brick fireplace surround and added quartz floating hearth. Hemlock paneling on walls. New Aluminum sliding doors to replace the old

Refresh & Furnish | Edwardian apartment in South Kensington, SW7

Jemimah Barnett

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in London with beige walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and panelled walls.

Waterfront Residence

Linda Perry Design Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized beach style formal open concept living room in Miami with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, wood and panelled walls.

Rochester Home

Executive Developers, LLC

18' tall living room with coffered ceiling and fireplace
Photo of an expansive modern formal open concept living room in Other with grey walls, ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, grey floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Quality Cabinetry Inside and Out

Geneva Cabinet Company, LLC

Geneva Cabinet Company, Lake Geneva, WI - Not only is this Plato Woodwork, Inc. cabinetry beautiful, the interiors are fitted with delightful details during this home renovation. The kitchen features custom cabinetry with contrasting paint and stain finishes, The closet has Plato Innovae cabinet style in their Brian finish while the bar is done in walnut wood with a Briar stain.

Belsize Village Apartment

NW3 Interiors Ltd

Inspiration for a transitional living room in London with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and panelled walls.

Pinehurst Farms 1.5 Story Modern Farmhouse

Rautmann Custom Homes

This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Milwaukee with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Tandras Fireplace

River Hawk Co LLC

Nestled seamlessly within the heart of your living space, our recently completed built-in fireplace is the epitome of warmth and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the fireplace seamlessly integrates into the surrounding architecture, becoming a focal point that exudes both charm and modern elegance.

Hammett

Oivanki Photography

Expansive midcentury living room in New Orleans with white walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, wood and panelled walls.

Montecito

Indian Wells Interiors

Traditional Formal living room with all of the old world charm
Inspiration for a large formal enclosed living room in Other with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Russian Hill view property

EAG Studio

Inspiration for a contemporary formal living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Living Room Design Photos with a Standard Fireplace and Panelled Walls

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.