Before and after pictures of open concept of kitchen/living room.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Los Angeles with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor and vaulted.

2022 Parade of Homes - Pisgah View Modern Custom Home

Judd Builders

This is an example of a large modern open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Modern Prairie

Duke Homes, Inc.

Floating orbs are encased in natural fibers for a unique living room fixture.
This is an example of a large modern open concept living room in Indianapolis with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Home Staging

Hidden Gem Staging & Design

Large country open concept living room in Columbus with grey walls, carpet, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, beige floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Blue Ridge Main Level Remodel

Satterberg Desonier Dumo Interior Design, Inc.

The goal for the owners of this Blue Ridge home was to remodel their traditional Blue Ridge home to open up rooms to improve flow and update the finishes. The separate formal living room was a rarely used space so the wall between living and family rooms was opened up and the stairwell was updated to transform how the family use these rooms. The doorway from the entry to the kitchen was also opened up to welcome guests into the heart of the home. The existing dated and inefficient kitchen was redesigned to include a large island with dining, light filled sink area and decorative hood at the range. A tall pantry cabinet and additional mud room cabinets were installed to provide storage for this busy family. The new kitchen is bright and modern with white Columbia cabinetry complimented by a dark wood island. The Pental quartz countertops feature a light marble design and the soft grey backsplash completes this kitchen transformation. The tiny powder room received a face lift with a custom shallow vanity that is big on style. The existing living room fireplace, which was too large and out of scale with the space, was updated with new tile and painted wood surround. The success of this gorgeous remodel was a true team effort with the clients, Model Remodel on the construction and our firm on design. Contractor: Model Remodel Photography: Cindy Apple Photography

Lot 25-TVS

Pinnacle Homes

Large open concept living room in New York with blue walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Lakeside

The Living Door

Large transitional open concept living room with a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and vaulted.

Woodbee House

grouparchitect

Architect: Grouparchitect. Photographer credit: © 2021 AMF Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, grey floor and vaulted.

Ashford Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TX

Flooret

Deep tones of gently weathered grey and brown. A modern look that still respects the timelessness of natural wood. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Larchmont Village

Trinity Builders & Design, Inc.

Modern bungalow kitchen, dining and living room featuring crystal chandeliers, vaulted ceiling and brass fixtures.
This is an example of a mid-sized formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Puyallup New Construction

Pac Coast

Amazing popped out, full height tile fireplace with extra wide ventless gas fireplace
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Seattle with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, brown floor and vaulted.

Home Staging

Inviting Spaces

Photo of a large arts and crafts open concept living room in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor and vaulted.

Los Altos

Seacliff Construction & Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Other with white walls, vinyl floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Penthouse Dreams

MAC Renovations LTD.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Vancouver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, beige floor and vaulted.

Sweetbriar Avenue

Marilyn Hill Interiors

Large transitional formal open concept living room in Nashville with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, vaulted, panelled walls and a wall-mounted tv.

Glendale Residence

Elle Cherie | Inspired Interiors

Photo of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Calgary with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

NEWTOWN COLONIAL RENOVATION

APK Designs LLC

We renovated this living room by improving the lighting, refreshing the walls with trendy colors, refacing the fireplace and staging it to sell!
Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in New York with black walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, beige floor and vaulted.

Mountjoy

Build Prestige Homes Pty Ltd

Expansive open plan living with dining room, living room opening to the expansive outdoor living area with 160 degree bay views.
Inspiration for a large traditional open concept living room in Brisbane with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, brown floor and vaulted.

Paradise Ridge Luxury Townhouse

Marracar Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in San Francisco with green walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, red floor and vaulted.

Grasswood Acreage

Vereco Smart Green Homes Ltd

Photo of a large country open concept living room in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, beige floor and vaulted.

Living Room Design Photos with a Tile Fireplace Surround and Vaulted

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.