Our Austin studio gave this new build home a serene feel with earthy materials, cool blues, pops of color, and textural elements. --- Project designed by Sara Barney’s Austin interior design studio BANDD DESIGN. They serve the entire Austin area and its surrounding towns, with an emphasis on Round Rock, Lake Travis, West Lake Hills, and Tarrytown. For more about BANDD DESIGN, click here: https://bandddesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://bandddesign.com/natural-modern-new-build-austin-home/

Colourful living room in this period terrace

JSJ Design

The focal point of this bright and welcoming living room is the stunning reclaimed fireplace with working open fire. The convex mirror above serves to accentuate the focus on the chimney and fireplace when there is no fire lit.

Scandinavian Sophistication

City Homes, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Minneapolis with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Изысканный интерьер трехкомнатной квартиры

Kutenkovs project

Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Novosibirsk with blue walls, cork floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Cape Code Modern in Encino, CA

Sean Perkin & Associates

Photo of a transitional formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, exposed beam, timber and panelled walls.

Bethesda, MD Residence

yZiGN

Photo of a mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in DC Metro with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

On tha Bayou

Steven Allen Designs, LLC

***A Steven Allen Design + Remodel*** 2019: Kitchen + Living + Closet + Bath Remodel Including Custom Shaker Cabinets with Quartz Countertops + Designer Tile & Brass Fixtures + Oversized Custom Master Closet /// Inspired by the Client's Love for NOLA + ART

Windswept Beach Home

Asher Slaunwhite + Partners

Large living room with vaulted ceiling, modern fireplace and built in television.
Large beach style open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and vaulted.

Modern Ranch House

Terra Firma Custom Homes

This is an example of a large country formal open concept living room in Denver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, brown floor, no tv and wood.

Woodland Gardens

ZAC and ZAC - Photography

©ZAC and ZAC
Large transitional formal enclosed living room in London with pink walls, a standard fireplace and a metal fireplace surround.

West Hill Project

Clare Elise Interiors

Redesign of a large family Living Room and Master Bedroom in Wandsworth. With a love of blue, the Living Room was painted in two-tone using Dix Blue and Stiffkey Blue along with Farrow and Ball's Anime Wallpaper. This helped break up the very large reception rooms and zoning the areas within it. A calmer, more neutral but still current scheme was created for the Master Bedroom using soft pinks and purples contrasted with dark greys and hints of black

Pine Crest Residence

KA DesignWorks

This is an example of a large transitional open concept living room in Denver with a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Back Bay Brownstone

Lisa Tharp Design

Large transitional open concept living room in Boston with white walls, no tv, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and brown floor.

Modern Oasis

Pamela Pennington Studios

Photo by Eric Zepeda
Photo of a contemporary open concept living room in San Francisco with a metal fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and brown floor.

BOOKS & SHOES

Dyer Studio Inc.

A modern library within the Living Room
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Portland with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

The Modern Wolfden

Wolfgang Pichler Design Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Other with a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, beige walls, concrete floors, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Dark Green and Orange - Boiserie moderne e pareti attrezzate

Silvio Maglione architetti

Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept living room in Milan with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Council Crest Portland Remodel

Jenni Leasia Interior Design

Beautiful pieces from the clients’ international collection of art & decor items complement the sophisticated interiors of this Portland home. Project by Portland interior design studio Jenni Leasia Interior Design. Project by Portland interior design studio Jenni Leasia Interior Design. Also serving Lake Oswego, West Linn, Eastmoreland, Bend, Hood River and the Greater Portland Area.

One Riverside in Fitler Square

Henck Design LLC

This luxurious interior tells a story of more than a modern condo building in the heart of Philadelphia. It unfolds to reveal layers of history through Persian rugs, a mix of furniture styles, and has unified it all with an unexpected color story. The palette for this riverfront condo is grounded in natural wood textures and green plants that allow for a playful tension that feels both fresh and eclectic in a metropolitan setting. The high-rise unit boasts a long terrace with a western exposure that we outfitted with custom Lexington outdoor furniture distinct in its finishes and balance between fun and sophistication.

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

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