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.

Lyons - Risdon Pl

Chapman Built

Custom gas fireplace, stone cladding, sheer curtains
Contemporary formal open concept living room in Canberra - Queanbeyan with carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, white walls, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

Edwardian Home in the heart of Strawberry Hill

JLV Design Ltd

Warm and light living room
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in London with green walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and white floor.

Uptown - Mid Century Mod

Design Studio on 2nd

This is an example of a midcentury living room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Colourful Interior for a Period Home

Ivywell Interiors | Bristol

This bay-fronted living room was transformedww thanks to a new bold colour scheme. We added panelling to create depth with a deep blue on the walls and tonal grey to lower the tall ceilings and create a more intimate setting. The furniture was replaced with bespoke sofa and fabric from British sofa maker William Yeoward. The gas fireplace was also replaced and curtains lined with a border to give them a new lease of life.

San Francisco Edwardian

Cathie Hong Interiors

We updated this century-old iconic Edwardian San Francisco home to meet the homeowners' modern-day requirements while still retaining the original charm and architecture. The color palette was earthy and warm to play nicely with the warm wood tones found in the original wood floors, trim, doors and casework.

Hudson Rental Residence

Bespoke Decor

This blank-slate ranch house gets a lively, era-appropriate update for short term rental. Vintage albums, an original mid--century coffee table and a retro lamp pair with modern reproductions to create modern, livable, pet-friendly space.

Residential Interiors #2

Emma Wood Photos

Victorian terrace living/dining room with traditional style horseshoe fireplace, feature wallpaper wall and white shutters
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in Sussex with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor, wallpaper and beige walls.

Living Room, Cannonmills, Edinburgh

Fernandes-Binns Architects

Photo of a transitional open concept living room in Edinburgh with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, light hardwood floors, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

Denali - Living Room

SketchPad House Plans

Large contemporary open concept living room in Grand Rapids with white walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, grey floor, medium hardwood floors and a freestanding tv.

Great Room

Hanson Builders, Inc.

This Great Room features one of our most popular fireplace designs with shiplap, a modern mantel and optional built -in cabinets with drywall shelves.

College Grove Manor

Noble Johnson Architects

Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com
Photo of a large traditional formal open concept living room in Nashville with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

Our Work

Energysavers & FireplaceStars.com

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Boston with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Wohnzimmer mit Kamin

Viebrockhaus

Im großzügigen Wohnzimmer ist genügend Platz für eine Sofaecke zum fern sehen und zwei Recamieren vor dem Kaminfeuer.
Expansive contemporary formal open concept living room in Hamburg with white walls, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, black floor and a freestanding tv.

Upscale Transitional Home - Bennington, NE

Eurowood Cabinets, Inc

Custom cabinetry by Eurowood Cabinets, Inc. - www.eurowood.net
Design ideas for a transitional living room in Omaha with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

Farm House

Parker Homes

Country open concept living room in Austin with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Park Avenue Empty Nesters

Toledo Geller

Design ideas for a large transitional formal enclosed living room in New York with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a freestanding tv, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Mid-Century Modern Remodel By Willie Baronet

Coastal Vacation Estates

Luxurious modern sanctuary, remodeled 1957 mid-century architectural home is located in the hills just off the Famous Sunset Strip. The living area has 2 separate sitting areas that adorn a large stone fireplace while looking over a stunning view of the city. I wanted to keep the original footprint of the house and some of the existing furniture. With the magic of fabric, rugs, accessories and upholstery this property was transformed into a new modern property.

Electric Fireplace Meet Your Living Room

Notochord group Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, carpet, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

East Village Built-in

Spectra Design Build

Photo of a small transitional enclosed living room in New York with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a library and a freestanding tv.

All Fireplace Surrounds Living Room Design Photos with a Freestanding TV

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.