Walnut cabinetry separates the living room from adjacent walk in closet. A mix of clear and translucent glass, brass cladding behind shelves, and slatted panels join to create a rich composition of material and texture.

Sports barn

MDK Design Associates, Inc.

Living room over looking basket ball court with a Custom 3-sided Fireplace with Porcelain tile. Contemporary custom furniture made to order. Truss ceiling with stained finish, Cable wire rail system . Doors lead out to pool

Glen Ellen Residence

Knock Architecture and Design

Mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in San Francisco with concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, grey floor, wood and wood walls.

Cool Contemporary

HoneyBee Designz

Contemporary living room with custom walnut and porcelain like marble wall feature.
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Miami with grey walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, grey floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Custom Infill-Lofty Living

Bella Vista Developments

Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and wood walls.

Downtown Bellevue Custom Home | Living Room

JayMarc Homes

The living room resides in the back of the home with floor to ceiling windows, enhancing the views of Downtown Bellevue. A custom built-in entertainment system with a long, sleek fireplace create an enjoyable, warm space.

Beach Style Living Room

Inspiration for a large beach style open concept living room in Phoenix with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and wood walls.

Grain & Saw Collection

Hallmark Floors

Grain & Saw is a subtle reclaimed look inspired by 14th-century handcrafted guilds, paired with the latest materials this collection will compliment every interior. At a time when Guild associations worked with merchants and artisans to protect one of kind handcrafted products the touch & feel of the work is unmistakably rich. Every board is unique, every pattern is distinct and full of personality… designed with juxtaposing striking characteristics of hand tooled saw marks and enhanced natural grain allowing the ebbs and flows of the wood species to be at the forefront.

Great Room

The House Designers

Great room of The Durham Modern Farmhouse. View THD-1053: https://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan/1053/

Boulder Modern Ranch

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Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury living room in Denver with a wood stove, a tile fireplace surround, grey floor, wood and wood walls.

Featured Projects

Martinez Construction and Home Services LLC

Photo of a large modern formal open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, vinyl floors, a hanging fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

Oak Drive

J Manning Interiors

This is an example of a small eclectic formal enclosed living room in Richmond with white walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, wood and wood walls.

Majestic Gas Fireplaces

Select Fireplaces Ltd.

This is an example of a large transitional formal open concept living room in Edmonton with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and wood walls.

Mid-Century Modern Sacramento Home

Benning Design Construction

Photo of a midcentury open concept living room in Sacramento with grey walls, porcelain floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and wood walls.

Private Residence First Addition

The WhiteHouse Collection

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Portland with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, coffered and wood walls.

Sundance Mantel

Rustica Hardware

The Sundance Mantel Shelf captures the raw and rustic nature of a beam that has a story. This product is composed of Alder planks with a weathered texture and a glaze finish. This product is commonly used as a floating shelf where practical. Kit includes everything you need to attach to studs for a seamless and easy installation.

Glen Ellen Residence

Knock Architecture and Design

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in San Francisco with concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, grey floor, wood and wood walls.

Balwyn House

R ARCHITECTURE

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor and wood walls.

Great Room

Meyer Design

This is the perfect space to entertain and unwind. Easy access to the bar and kitchen. Defined space while remaining open to the rest of the floor. Photos: Reel Tour Media

Olympic Manor

Tristan Gary Designs

We combined some southwest vibes into this mid century modern home to add a little character and warmth.
Inspiration for a large midcentury open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, light hardwood floors, a tile fireplace surround and wood walls.

Living Room Design Photos with a Tile Fireplace Surround and Wood 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.