Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and grey floor.

Mountain Modern

Pearson Design Group

Expansive contemporary open concept living room in Other with beige walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Noir Peaks

The Ranch Mine

Photo by Roehner + Ryan
This is an example of a country open concept living room in Phoenix with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and vaulted.

Japandi villa

Lily orlova

Inspiration for an eclectic open concept living room in Amsterdam with a library, white walls, concrete floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, grey floor and wood.

Alma Ave No. 1

Peters Architecture

Clark Dugger Photography
Inspiration for a large modern formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with beige walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

Airlane

Mãkena Interiors

original Palm Springs Mid-century Home furnished by Neil Curry from House & Homes Palm Springs
Midcentury living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Southwest Contemporary

Design Directives, LLC

Marc Boisclair Kilbane Architecture, built-in cabinets by Wood Expressions Project designed by Susie Hersker’s Scottsdale interior design firm Design Directives. Design Directives is active in Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek, Carefree, Sedona, and beyond. For more about Design Directives, click here: https://susanherskerasid.com/

Organic Modern, Cordillera Ranch

NR Interiors

I was honored to work with these homeowners again, now to fully furnish this new magnificent architectural marvel made especially for them by Lake Flato Architects. Creating custom furnishings for this entire home is a project that spanned over a year in careful planning, designing and sourcing while the home was being built and then installing soon thereafter. I embarked on this design challenge with three clear goals in mind. First, create a complete furnished environment that complimented not competed with the architecture. Second, elevate the client’s quality of life by providing beautiful, finely-made, comfortable, easy-care furnishings. Third, provide a visually stunning aesthetic that is minimalist, well-edited, natural, luxurious and certainly one of kind. Ultimately, I feel we succeeded in creating a visual symphony accompaniment to the architecture of this room, enhancing the warmth and livability of the space while keeping high design as the principal focus. The centerpiece of this modern sectional is the collection of aged bronze and wood faceted cocktail tables to create a sculptural dynamic focal point to this otherwise very linear space. From this room there is a view of the solar panels installed on a glass ceiling at the breezeway. Also there is a 1 ton sliding wood door that shades this wall of windows when needed for privacy and shade.

California Coastal, Mid-Century Modern Home Build in Laguna

Corbin Reeves Construction

Mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, concrete floors, no tv and beige floor.

Kirkland 4 Star Built Green Custom Home

H2D Architecture + Design

The living room is designed with sloping ceilings up to about 14' tall. The large windows connect the living spaces with the outdoors, allowing for sweeping views of Lake Washington. The north wall of the living room is designed with the fireplace as the focal point. Design: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com #kirklandarchitect #greenhome #builtgreenkirkland #sustainablehome

DC Ranch Home #4

La Casa Builders Inc.

Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept living room in Phoenix with a home bar, beige walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Goodman Residence

Abramson Architects

The homeowner possessed a brilliant collection of books, which are showcased in sprawling built-in book shelves in the living room. Photo: Jim Bartsch

Heatilator Design Gallery

CR Gas Logs & Fireplaces

Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Boston with a library, brown walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

MidCentury Modern Open Concept Kitchen and Living Room

Aria Stone Gallery

The delicate veins in this Calacatta Extra align for a dramatic artwork presentation that is the center of attention in this open plan dining and living space. The remnant portions on the fireplace make for a unique continuation of the design, creating a space that effortlessly flows from one area to the next. The versatility of Calacatta marbles make for a one-of-a-kind patterning that is exclusive to each block of stone.

Stoves

Hearth & Home

Design ideas for a small country enclosed living room in New York with brown walls, concrete floors, a wood stove and a stone fireplace surround.

Scandinavian Farmhouse

Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.

Inspiration for a large scandinavian open concept living room in Austin with white walls, concrete floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and exposed beam.

Sunken Living Room

Polykrome Design

The balance of textures and color in the living room came together beautifully: stone, oak, chenille, glass, warm and cool colors.
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in New York with grey walls, concrete floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Jewell Street Guest House

Root Architecture

This is an example of a large modern formal enclosed living room in Austin with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, grey floor, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Fischer Recording Studio

Sanders Architecture

John Foxworthy
Photo of a contemporary open concept living room in Austin with white walls, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, concrete floors, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Oceanfront Modern Style Kitchen in Point Lobos, CA

MONTEREY KITCHENS INC.

Design ideas for an expansive modern formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Living Room Design Photos with Concrete Floors and a Stone 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.