This is an example of a transitional open concept living room in Other with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Coastal Spanish - Living / Dining

MODEL DESIGN INC.

Updated furnishings and lighting provide a fresh update for a traditional Spanish home.
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and vaulted.

Harbor View

Kennedy Cole Interior Design

Large transitional open concept living room in Orange County with grey walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and exposed beam.

Moore St House

BD Building Design

This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Stunning Living Room

Fratantoni Interior Designers

This stunning living room has two silver couches with striped armchairs surrounded by a dark wood coffee table. A credenza sits along the wall for added storage. The silver and gray tones are contrasted with bold teal throw pillows to complete the space.

Living Room with Music Room beyond

Beacon Rock Custom Builders

Mediterranean open concept living room in Phoenix with beige walls, travertine floors, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, a ribbon fireplace, beige floor and recessed.

Trevaylor Cottage

Lydia Allen Interiors

Photo of a small eclectic living room in Cornwall with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and exposed beam.

Preserve Parkway

Studio Shelter

Inspiration for a large transitional loft-style living room in Denver with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and exposed beam.

"MODERN OAKS"

Sweetlake Interior Design LLC

Custom planned home By Sweetlake Interior Design Houston Texas.
Expansive midcentury formal open concept living room in Houston with light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and recessed.

Chelsea terrace house with basement

PEEK Architecture + Design Ltd

Richard Chivers
Inspiration for a contemporary living room in London with white walls, dark hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Сталинка, 84 м2

Ольга Потапкина | PÚRO buro

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary living room in Moscow with a library, beige walls, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, light hardwood floors and exposed beam.

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.

CRAFTSMAN BEACH HOUSE

VanderMeer Homes Ltd.

Design ideas for an arts and crafts living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Rustic Refined

Rosy Alexander Interior Design

modern rustic california rustic rustic Scandinavian
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean open concept living room in Raleigh with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, yellow floor and exposed beam.

Jordan Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

Photo of a large beach style formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, coffered and planked wall panelling.

Eclectic Modern Home Remodel

Mc Construction Design Build

This is an example of an expansive contemporary open concept living room in San Diego with a home bar, white walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and exposed beam.

Hyco Lake Retreat

Casual Elegance Designs

Inspiration for an expansive country living room in Raleigh with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and wood.

Cordillera Mountain Modern

Basso Interiors Inc

A great place to relax and enjoy the views of the Gore Range mountains. We expanded the seating area with the use of the camel leather daybed / chaise. The color palette is so fun - in the mix of olive, mustard, and teal subdued by the rich deep gray mohair sofa.

Palos Verdes Estates Spanish Residence

Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.

Living room, next to dining area and office. In the background, the outdoor balcony area overlooking the ocean.
This is an example of a large mediterranean formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood.

Sopisticated Living in Coveted Tam O'Shanter

trueONE Group, LLC

Photo of a transitional open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, cork floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

All Ceiling Designs Living Room Design Photos with a Wall-mounted TV

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.