Expansive country open concept living room in Berlin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Recent Projects

Jonathan Little Photography

Country house sitting room with hidden bookshelves, leather and fabric furniture. art and ornaments. Photo by Jonathan Little Photography
Mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in Hampshire with grey walls, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and carpet.

Grade II* Listed Medieval Barn Conversion, Cornwall

The Bazeley Partnership

One of the only surviving examples of a 14thC agricultural building of this type in Cornwall, the ancient Grade II*Listed Medieval Tithe Barn had fallen into dereliction and was on the National Buildings at Risk Register. Numerous previous attempts to obtain planning consent had been unsuccessful, but a detailed and sympathetic approach by The Bazeley Partnership secured the support of English Heritage, thereby enabling this important building to begin a new chapter as a stunning, unique home designed for modern-day living. A key element of the conversion was the insertion of a contemporary glazed extension which provides a bridge between the older and newer parts of the building. The finished accommodation includes bespoke features such as a new staircase and kitchen and offers an extraordinary blend of old and new in an idyllic location overlooking the Cornish coast. This complex project required working with traditional building materials and the majority of the stone, timber and slate found on site was utilised in the reconstruction of the barn. Since completion, the project has been featured in various national and local magazines, as well as being shown on Homes by the Sea on More4. The project won the prestigious Cornish Buildings Group Main Award for ‘Maer Barn, 14th Century Grade II* Listed Tithe Barn Conversion to Family Dwelling’.

The Basin Living Room

Green Room Interiors

Kate Hansen Photography
Large midcentury open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, slate floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

LH302PD

Hebhomes

David Barbour
Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Vineland Ave

High Touch Remodeling

Expansive scandinavian open concept living room in Los Angeles with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, white floor, vaulted and wood walls.

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.

Mazama Meadow Guest House. Mazama, Washington

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Living room looking towards the North Cascades. Image by Steve Brousseau
This is an example of a small industrial open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, concrete floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and grey floor.

High end refurbishment of full house with bespoke kitchen and stairs

User

Stylish open plan living space made of front room and back room joined together by big opening. Featuring wood burning stove and some unique pieces of furniture, as well as home library and loads of natural light making it part of this extensive renovation project. Chris Snook

Alcove Base Cabinet with matched skirting

Freebird Interiors

Usually we offer a standard 100mm tall skirting board to maximise usual cupboard space. But here at the customer's request we elevated the cabinet and matched the 7" torus skirting board to the existing room.

Living Room and Dining Room Makeover

User

Chris Snook
This is an example of a small country open concept living room in London with white walls, carpet, a wood stove and a plaster fireplace surround.

Boulder, Co

Articulate Finish LLC

Boulder, American clay ceiling-Nantucket sand walls-Cambridge
Inspiration for a large country open concept living room in Denver with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and a wall-mounted 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.

Riversdale Road

Powell Tuck Associates

This is an example of a small contemporary formal enclosed living room in London with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Infinity

Unique Homestays

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style formal enclosed living room in Cornwall with white walls, carpet, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and beige floor.

Winchester room with a view

At No 19

A long, narrow lounge / diner open plan to the kitchen which had been remodelled in the recent past. A bright orange glass splashback dictated the colour scheme. We removed a dated red brick fireplace with open fire and replaced it with an integrated cassette multi fuel burner. Bespoke display shelves and log storage was desinged and built. A bespoke chaise sofa and two accent chairs significantly improved capacity for seating. curtains with silver and copper metallic accents pulled the scheme together withouot detracting from the glorious open views.

High end refurbishment of full house with bespoke kitchen and stairs

User

Living Room Refresh

Making Spaces

Making Spaces
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury enclosed living room in Other with black walls, carpet, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Gerlingen Hoxter

3D Ofengestalter

Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in Stuttgart with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

West End - Residential Project

BoConcept Scotland

BoConcept Scotland is a company committed to good design and client satisfaction. Each of our consultants come from a design background, and thrive on the satisfaction of creating the perfect space. Our installation team are world-trained craftsmen who can guarantee a high quality delivery process. We design from initial concept through to completion and we are with you every step of the way. From 3D renders, mood boards and in house visits we ensure your design is perfect for your space and your personality.

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.