Inspiration for a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Hampshire with blue walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, grey floor and panelled walls.

CAN GIRONA

Luis Sanandres Interiorismo

Living room minimalista , con toques cálidos y elegantes
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with grey walls, marble floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, white floor and panelled walls.

Hillside

Tosti Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in San Diego with a home bar, brown walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Extension to Listed Building | The Square

Tim Offer Architects

Contemporary brick and zinc clad garden room extension to a Grade II listed Georgian townhouse in the Millfields Conservation area of Plymouth.
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Devon with a wood stove, timber and panelled walls.

From Pandora's Box to Jewel Box - Living Room

McCabe By Design LLC

The wood burning fireplace was replaced by a fuel efficient wood burning insert and the chimney was repaired at the time of install. The barn siding paneling is original to the home. WestSound Home & Garden

Country House Renovation

Alenka Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Gold Coast - Tweed with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround and panelled walls.

Modern Contemporary Living Space

User

This beautiful modern contemporary family home offers a beautiful combination of gentle whites and warm wooden tones, match made in heaven! It has everything our clients asked for and is a reflection of their lifestyle. See more of our projects at: www.ihinteriors.co.uk/portfolio

Whole house refurbishment and extension of Edwardian House in Bristol

DHV Architects

This Edwardian house in Redland has been refurbished from top to bottom. The 1970s decor has been replaced with a contemporary and slightly eclectic design concept. The front living room had to be completely rebuilt as the existing layout included a garage. Wall panelling has been added to the walls and the walls have been painted in Farrow and Ball Studio Green to create a timeless yes mysterious atmosphere. The false ceiling has been removed to reveal the original ceiling pattern which has been painted with gold paint. All sash windows have been replaced with timber double glazed sash windows. An in built media wall complements the wall panelling.

Hillside

Tosti Design

Highgate House - living room

A New Day - Interior Design Studio

The living room at Highgate House. An internal Crittall door and panel frames a view into the room from the hallway. Painted in a deep, moody green-blue with stone coloured ceiling and contrasting dark green joinery, the room is a grown-up cosy space.

Minimal Modern Home

Osada Construction

Scandinavian open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Period property, Newcastle

Studio Dean

Eclectic period property, mixed with old and new to create a relaxing, cosy space. We created several bespoke features in this home including the living room wall panelling and the dining room bench seat. We also used colour blocking and wallpapers to give the home a more unique look.

Living room

Cotton + Ash Interiors

A living room designed in a scandi rustic style featuring an inset wood burning stove, a shelved alcove on one side with log storage undernaeath and a TV shelf on the other side with further log storage and a media box below. The flooring is a light herringbone laminate and the ceiling, coving and ceiling rose are painted Farrow and Ball 'Calamine' to add interest to the room and tie in with the accented achromatic colour scheme of white, grey and pink. The velvet loveseat and sofa add an element of luxury to the room making it a more formal seating area, further enhanced by the picture moulding panelling applied to the white walls.

Refugium im Holzblockhaus

Zweiheit Innenarchitekten

Offenes Wohnzimmer mit drehbarem Sofa, Kamin, offener Treppe zur Galerie mit Holzlamellen und einer verspiegelten Wandverkleidung.
This is an example of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Frankfurt with ceramic floors, a wood stove, a concrete fireplace surround, a concealed tv, black floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Smeath House

KERV Interiors

Inspiration for a transitional formal enclosed living room in Other with beige walls, laminate floors, a wood stove and panelled walls.

Reclaimed, relocated, and reimagined

New Zealand Certified Builders Association

Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in Other with concrete floors, a wood stove, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, panelled walls and multi-coloured walls.

St Cadoc Road

Hygge and Cwtch Design Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Cardiff with a library, white walls, limestone floors, a wood stove, beige floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Front Reception

Pohl Architects

Photo of a large contemporary enclosed living room in London with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and panelled walls.

Georgian Mill

Cranberryhome

We were asked to put together designs for this beautiful Georgian mill, our client specifically asked for help with bold colour schemes and quirky accessories to style the space. We provided most of the furniture fixtures and fittings and designed the panelling and lighting elements.

The Lighthouse

Bayith

This photo is an internal view of the living/dining room as part of a new-build family house. The oak cabinetry was designed and constructed by our specialist team. LED lighting was integrated into the shelving and acoustic oak slatted panels were used to combat the noise of open plan family living.

Living Room Design Photos with a Wood Stove and Panelled 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.