Tones of olive green and brass accents add warmth to this timeless space.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Perth with porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv, beige floor, decorative wall panelling and white walls.

Nepean

Distinct Innovations Pty Ltd

Built on the beautiful Nepean River in Penrith overlooking the Blue Mountains. Capturing the water and mountain views were imperative as well as achieving a design that catered for the hot summers and cold winters in Western Sydney. Before we could embark on design, pre-lodgement meetings were held with the head of planning to discuss all the environmental constraints surrounding the property. The biggest issue was potential flooding. Engineering flood reports were prepared prior to designing so we could design the correct floor levels to avoid the property from future flood waters. The design was created to capture as much of the winter sun as possible and blocking majority of the summer sun. This is an entertainer's home, with large easy flowing living spaces to provide the occupants with a certain casualness about the space but when you look in detail you will see the sophistication and quality finishes the owner was wanting to achieve.

Contemporary Refinement

emme designs

Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Melbourne with brown walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Таунхаус в ЖК "Каскад Парк"

Ira Sagun

Основная задача: создать современный светлый интерьер для молодой семейной пары с двумя детьми. В проекте большая часть материалов российского производства, вся мебель российского производства.

Modern Waterfront

Rachel Pohlner for Jenkins Baer

Modern living room off of entry door with floating stairs and gas fireplace.
Mid-sized contemporary living room in Baltimore with multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and recessed.

Modern Retreat - Great Room View 3

Drewett Works

Modern Retreat is one of a four home collection located in Paradise Valley, Arizona. The site, formerly home to the abandoned Kachina Elementary School, offered remarkable views of Camelback Mountain. Nestled into an acre-sized, pie shaped cul-de-sac, the site’s unique challenges came in the form of lot geometry, western primary views, and limited southern exposure. While the lot’s shape had a heavy influence on the home organization, the western views and the need for western solar protection created the general massing hierarchy. The undulating split-faced travertine stone walls both protect and give a vivid textural display and seamlessly pass from exterior to interior. The tone-on-tone exterior material palate was married with an effective amount of contrast internally. This created a very dynamic exchange between objects in space and the juxtaposition to the more simple and elegant architecture. Maximizing the 5,652 sq ft, a seamless connection of interior and exterior spaces through pocketing glass doors extends public spaces to the outdoors and highlights the fantastic Camelback Mountain views. Project Details // Modern Retreat Architecture: Drewett Works Builder/Developer: Bedbrock Developers, LLC Interior Design: Ownby Design Photographer: Thompson Photographic

Transitional Renovation and Addition Menlo Park, CA

Tower Design Studio, ASID LEED AP

Photo of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Phoenix with white walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Persano Model Fort Myers, Florida

Carrie Cross/Carlton Naumann Homes

This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in Tampa with grey walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and multi-coloured floor.

Hauss

Randal G. Winter Construction Inc.

Mel Carll
Photo of a large arts and crafts open concept living room in Los Angeles with beige walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

Vintage Modern Model

Inspired Interiors

Inspiration for a large country formal open concept living room in Omaha with porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, white walls, a wood fireplace surround and grey floor.

Living Spaces

Morgan McMurphy Renovation & Design

Large transitional formal open concept living room in Chicago with grey walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and white floor.

Tile Style

Innovative Flooring Design

"Mineral" is a porcelain tile that combines the lineal veining of a natural stone and the subtle variation of concrete. It has an elegant look and a value price. It is available in four neutral colors and four sizes.

Living/Fireplace Projects

Crossville Studios

Peninsula Heraclia by Century Ceramica on floor
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Denver with porcelain floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Dominion - Privada Yesa

CKC Custom Homes

Jason Roberts
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Austin with grey walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Oceanfront

McRae Lambert Dunn

Grey Crawford Photography
This is an example of a large beach style living room in Los Angeles with beige walls, a standard fireplace, porcelain floors, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Lough View

Ulster Interiors Ltd

Photo of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Other with beige walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and vaulted.

Living Room

Fava Design Group

The living room provides the perfect entertainment area.
Design ideas for a contemporary formal open concept living room in Miami with beige walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and grey floor.

College Park New Build

Gail Barley Interiors, LLC

Staging by MHM Staging.
Design ideas for a large modern open concept living room in Orlando with grey walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Pratt & Lambert

Stephen Pappas Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with green walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Armstrong - Stones & Naturals

Cumming's Carpet One

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Chicago with grey walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and no tv.

Living Room Design Photos with Porcelain Floors and a Standard 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.