Through the use of form and texture, we gave these spaces added dimension and soul. What was a flat blank wall is now the focus for the Family Room and includes a fireplace, TV and storage.

Point Lonsdale II

Stonehouse + Irons Architecture

Concrete block walls provide thermal mass for heating and defence agains hot summer. The subdued colours create a quiet and cosy space focussed around the fire. Timber joinery adds warmth and texture , framing the collections of books and collected objects.

Wayzata Mid-Century Modern Whole Home Restoration

Thompson Construction

Mid-Century Modern Restoration
Mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, a corner fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, white floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

30A Beach House - Camellia

The Gall Group: Design | Build | Remodel

Second floor main living room open to kitchen and dining area. Sliding doors open to the second floor patio and screened in dining porch.
Design ideas for a large beach style open concept living room in Miami with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, wood and planked wall panelling.

Private Waterfront Residence on the Chester River

Purple Cherry Architects

Extensive custom millwork can be seen throughout the entire home, but especially in the living room.
This is an example of an expansive traditional formal open concept living room in Baltimore with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

TGA HOME

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

Zona salotto: Collegamento con la zona cucina tramite porta in vetro ad arco. Soppalco in legno di larice con scala retrattile in ferro e legno. Divani realizzati con materassi in lana. Travi a vista verniciate bianche. Camino passante con vetro lato sala. Proiettore e biciclette su soppalco. La parete in legno di larice chiude la cabina armadio.

TCD Two Story

TCD Homes

Mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Other with white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and wood walls.

Eichler Living Room

SurroundYou Design

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in San Francisco with porcelain floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, black floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Classic Home Renovation - Brentwood

Raspberry Interiors

This is an example of a contemporary living room in Essex with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and brick walls.

Fenton Midcentury Modern Inspired New Build Home

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Mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Detroit with a library, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor and wallpaper.

Pomona Lake Kitchen + Living

TVL Creative Ltd.

Inspiration for a large midcentury open concept living room in Denver with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor, recessed and wallpaper.

Barton Creek III

Butter Lutz Interiors, LLC

An open-concept great room featuring custom seating and a brick fireplace.
Expansive transitional open concept living room in Austin with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and brick walls.

The Denizen

Veronica Rodriguez Interior Photography

Inspiration for a large industrial open concept living room in London with brown walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, grey floor and brick walls.

Eichler No. 2

User

Inspiration for a midcentury open concept living room in San Francisco with brown walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, grey floor, timber, vaulted and wood walls.

SW Hills Residence

Don Tankersley & Co.

This walnut screen wall seperates the guest wing from the public areas of the house. Adds a lot of personality without being distracting or busy.
This is an example of an expansive midcentury open concept living room in Portland with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, vaulted and wood walls.

Fabrica

Mcmahon and Nerlich

The living room, styled by the clients, reflects their eclectic tastes and complements the architectural elements.
This is an example of a large contemporary living room in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, beige floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

Modern Farmhouse Design - West Abbotsford

Icon Projects Ltd.

Some consider a fireplace to be the heart of a home. Regardless of whether you agree or not, it is a wonderful place for families to congregate. This great room features a 19 ft tall fireplace cladded with Ashland Tundra Brick by Eldorado Stone. The black bi-fold doors slide open to create a 12 ft opening to a large 425 sf deck that features a built-in outdoor kitchen and firepit. Valour Oak black core laminate, body colour is Benjamin Moor Gray Owl (2137-60), Trim Is White Dove (OC-17).

Beach Style Living Room

Photo of a mid-sized beach style enclosed living room in Columbus with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood walls.

niguel west mid-century modern

Moss Yaw Design studio

cedar siding at the entry wall brings the facade material to the interior, creating a cohesive aesthetic at the new floor plan and entry
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Orange County with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, beige floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Atlanta Mid Mod

Atelier Davis

Design ideas for a transitional formal living room in Atlanta with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

All Wall Treatments Living Room Design Photos with a Brick 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.