Contemporary Alcove Shelving and Cabinetsli

Photo of a mid-sized country enclosed living room in West Midlands with grey walls, laminate floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Grange Park House

VORBILD Architecture

Photo by Chris Snook
Large traditional open concept living room in London with grey walls, limestone floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, beige floor and brick walls.

Lancashire House

JAS Building Services

Charlie O'Beirne
Mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Kings Road

Dean Frost Photography

Dean Frost Photography
Inspiration for an eclectic living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Woodburners & Fireplaces

Martin Bennett Photography

© Martin Bennett
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in Gloucestershire with white walls, carpet, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and grey floor.

Modern fireplace and feature wall

Kernow Fires and Biomass

Lounge with built in fireplace, shelves and storage units
Inspiration for a large contemporary living room in Cornwall with brown walls, carpet, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and grey floor.

Stable Cottage

Inside Story Photography

Tracey Bloxham, Inside Story Photography
Mid-sized country enclosed living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

Granville Park

E2 Architecture + Interiors Ltd

Living Space Megan Taylor www.megantaylor.co.uk
Large contemporary formal open concept living room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Scandi Style Lounge Renovation

Janey Butler Interiors

The total renovation, working with Llama Projects, the construction division of the Llama Group, of this once very dated top floor apartment in the heart of the old city of Shrewsbury. With all new electrics, fireplace, built in cabinetry, flooring and interior design & style. Our clients wanted a stylish, contemporary interior through out replacing the dated, old fashioned interior. The old fashioned electric fireplace was replaced with a modern electric fire and all new built in cabinetry was built into the property. Showcasing the lounge interior, with stylish Italian design furniture, available through our design studio. New wooden flooring throughout, John Cullen Lighting, contemporary built in cabinetry. Creating a wonderful weekend luxury pad for our Hong Kong based clients. All furniture, lighting, flooring and accessories are available through Janey Butler Interiors.

Honeysuckle Cottage

Oliver Grahame Photography

Oliver Grahame Photography - shot for Character Cottages. This is a 4 bedroom cottage to rent in Middle Tysoe that sleeps 8. For more info see - www.character-cottages.co.uk/all-properties/cotswolds-all/honeysuckle-cottage-middle-tysoe

House Martin

Architecture Unlimited Ltd

Open plan living and lounge areas with french doors to garden beyond. Client changed bi-folding doors to two sets of french doors. Bi-folsing doors would give more light and better view of garden.

Living / Sitting Rooms

DJB Photography

Damian James Bramley, DJB Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Other with limestone floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Redston Road

andrewmulroyarchitects

Will Pryce
This is an example of a contemporary open concept living room in London with medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

The Manse

Inside Story Photography

Tracey Bloxham, Inside Story Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country enclosed living room in Other with green walls, carpet, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

Basingstoke Snug Lounge

Laura Porter Interior Design

Small contemporary open concept living room in Hampshire with grey walls, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

The Victorian House - 1960s Inspired Living Room

User

The living room was tired and gloomy, sue to the shady aspect of the street. The client wanted the space to have a mid-century feel to it and have less of the children's stuff visible so that the room could feel more sophisticated and relaxing. We made alterations to the fireplace, to simplify the opening around the wood burning stove. We stripped the wallpaper and re-skimmed the walls, removed the old carpet and sanded the original one floorboards, bringing them back to their former glory. We then worked closely with the client to incorporate his vintage mid-century furniture into the room, whilst ensuring the space still complemented the Victorian features of the room. By painting the walls a soft cream, we have brightened up the room, and changing the layout of the space allows the room to feel more open and welcoming. Storage for children's toys was relocated into the kitchen, allowing the living room space to be kept tidier. The mid-century sideboard acts as a TV unit, whilst providing ample storage.

Harwood Cottage, Boscastle

The Bazeley Partnership

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a Conservation Area, Harwood Cottage is a Grade II Listed, three bedroom, Georgian cottage located within Old Town in the heart of the iconic North Cornwall coastal village of Boscastle. The restoration was led by careful consideration of context and materiality. Early engagement with Cornwall Council’s Conservation Officer contributed to the successful outcome of a planning application to replace poorly constructed and unsympathetic modern additions at the rear of the property. The new accommodation delivered an extended kitchen and dining area at ground floor with a new family bathroom above. Creating a relationship between the house and the extensive gardens, including an idyllic stream which meanders through Boscastle, was a critical element of the brief. This was balanced finely against the sensitivity of the Listed building and its historical significance. The use of traditional materials and craftmanship ensured the character of the property was maintained, whilst integrating modern forms, materials and sustainable elements such as underfloor heating and super-insulation under the gables made the house fit for contemporary living. Photograph: Indigo Estate Agents

Ratingen. Wohnbereich zur Terrasse mit Schallschutzpaneelen

Schüller. innenarchitektur

Ratingen. Wohnbereich zur Terrasse.
Expansive contemporary formal open concept living room in Dusseldorf with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, beige floor and wallpaper.

Ballard Street, Yarraville

Marco Hofer

Stone in Tundra Grey. Coffee table made in American Oak finished with a natural livos oil.
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Golden Chestnut

Panache of Amarillo

Modern furnishings take this Spanish inspired great room to the next level of high design. Each accesorry has been hand selected to add character and style to this living space.

Living Room Design Photos with a Wood Stove and a Plaster 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.