Photo of a mid-sized eclectic enclosed living room in Sydney with a library, green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a corner tv and brown floor.

90's Townhome Makeover

1st Impressions Design, LLC

Black and white trim and warm gray walls create transitional style in a small-space living room.
Inspiration for a small transitional living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.

Wilson Ave

Jessica Blue Interiors LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic formal enclosed living room in Chicago with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Classic Main Line Home

down2earth Interior Design, LLC.

The original wood paneling and coffered ceiling in the living room was gorgeous, but the hero of the room was the brass and glass light fixture that the previous owner installed. We created a seating area around it with comfy chairs perfectly placed for conversation. Being eco-minded in our approach, we love to re-use items whenever possible. The nesting tables and pale blue storage cabinet are from our client’s previous home, which we also had the privilege to decorate. We supplemented these existing pieces with a new rug, pillow and throw blanket to infuse the space with personality and link the colors of the room together.

Modern Farmhouse Living Room

Jenna Sue Design Co.

Jenna Sue
Large country open concept living room in Tampa with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and grey floor.

Windsor Arch

Woodland Stoves and Fireplaces

Inspiration for a small traditional formal enclosed living room in Minneapolis with blue walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and no tv.

Lee Circle

Modern Traditions Interior Design LLC

This room just needed a fresh coat of paint to update it. Located immediately to the left of the new bright entryway and within eyesight of the rich blue dining room. We selected a green from the oriental rug that also highlights the painting over the fireplace. Sara E. Eastman Photography

Rutherford Living Room

By Design Style

By Design Style
This is an example of a small transitional formal enclosed living room in New York with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

120 London Outer Mission

Organic Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized transitional enclosed living room in San Francisco with a library, no tv, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

Glowing Ambers Fireplace

Mercury Mosaics and Tile

Cozy up to this fireplace under the mountains—at least a beautiful mountain photo! Warm amber tones of tile, accented with a soft green, surround this fireplace. The hearth is held steady with Amber on red clay in 4"x4" tiles. Large Format Savvy Squares - 65W Amber, 65R Amber, 1028 Grey Spice, 123W Patina, 125R Sahara Sands / Hearth | 4"x4"s - 65R Amber

Lewis Range Brick Fireplace Surround

Fireclay Tile

Less is more--art director and Instagram darling Amanda Jane Jones refreshes her classic brick fireplace in Snow.
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Chicago with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

CR Laine Furniture at Nelson Designs

Nelson Designs

Mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in Wichita with white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and no tv.

Downingtown

STUDIOrobert jamieson

Rebecca McAlpin Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Philadelphia with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Sandalwood Granite Hearth

French Creek Designs Kitchen & Bath Design Center

Sandalwood Granite Hearth Sandalwood Granite hearth is the material of choice for this client’s fireplace. Granite hearth details include a full radius and full bullnose edge with a slight overhang. This DIY fireplace renovation was beautifully designed and implemented by the clients. French Creek Designs was chosen for the selection of granite for their hearth from the many remnants available at available slab yard. Adding the wood mantle to offset the wood fireplace is a bonus in addition to the decor. Sandalwood Granite Hearth complete in Client Project Fireplace Renovation ~ Thank you for sharing! As a result, Client Testimony “French Creek did a fantastic job in the size and shape of the stone. It’s beautiful! Thank you!” Hearth Materials of Choice In addition, to granite selections available is quartz and wood hearths. French Creek Designs home improvement designers work with various local artisans for wood hearths and mantels in addition to Grothouse which offers wood in 60+ wood species, and 30 edge profiles. Granite Slab Yard Available When it comes to stone, there is no substitute for viewing full slabs granite. You will be able to view our inventory of granite at our local slab yard. Alternatively, French Creek Designs can arrange client viewing of stone slabs. Get unbeatable prices with our No Waste Program Stone Countertops. The No Waste Program features a selection of granite we keep in stock. Having a large countertop selection inventory on hand. This allows us to only charge for the square footage you need, with no additional transportation costs. In addition, to the full slabs remember to peruse through the remnants for those smaller projects such as tabletops, small vanity countertops, mantels and hearths. Many great finds such as the sandalwood granite hearth as seen in this fireplace renovation.

Colorful Living Room/Library/Family Room

Jacaranda Cabinets + Design

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic enclosed living room in San Diego with a library, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Relaxed Classics

Studio 68/32

Denis Melnik
Mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

Southeast Portland Residence

User

Living room that has a difficult layout, I added one single piece of furniture in the space so it feels streamlined. Pillows with texture and minimal colors creates interest and serenity in the space. The brick was previously a bright color, we painted it white and sanded down the mantle to reveal the warm wood underneath.

Earthy Eclectic Living Room

Beam & Bloom, LLC

This boho living room features natural elements and neutral colors in a worldly design.
Mid-sized eclectic enclosed living room in New York with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

London Terrace Sitting Rom

Decorbuddi

We chose a beautiful inky blue for this London Living room to feel fresh in the daytime when the sun streams in and cozy in the evening when it would otherwise feel quite cold. The colour also complements the original fireplace tiles. We took the colour across the walls and woodwork, including the alcoves, and skirting boards, to create a perfect seamless finish. Balanced by the white floor, shutters and lampshade there is just enough light to keep it uplifting and atmospheric. The final additions were a complementary green velvet sofa, luxurious touches of gold and brass and a glass table and mirror to make the room sparkle by bouncing the light from the metallic finishes across the glass and onto the mirror

Southern Eclectic Cottage

Folkway Design & Wares Co.

Photography: Jen Burner Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized country enclosed living room in Dallas with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Living Room Design Photos with 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.