This elegant expression of a modern Colorado style home combines a rustic regional exterior with a refined contemporary interior. The client's private art collection is embraced by a combination of modern steel trusses, stonework and traditional timber beams. Generous expanses of glass allow for view corridors of the mountains to the west, open space wetlands towards the south and the adjacent horse pasture on the east. Builder: Cadre General Contractors http://www.cadregc.com Interior Design: Comstock Design http://comstockdesign.com Photograph: Ron Ruscio Photography http://ronrusciophotography.com/

Arnold Schulman Design Group

photography by: Brantley Photography
Photo of a large contemporary formal enclosed living room in Miami with beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Formal Living Room as seen from the Front Entry

Erotas Custom Building

Architect: Paul Hannan of SALA Architects Interior Designer: Talla Skogmo of Engler Skogmo Interior Design
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Minneapolis with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, no tv and grey floor.

New York Transformation

Crisp Architects

Photography by Rob Karosis
Inspiration for a traditional enclosed living room in New York with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and no tv.

Contemporary Living Room

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in New York with beige walls, a standard fireplace and no tv.

Powell Residence Living Room

Rajni Alex Design

Rajni Alex Design offers a full array of design services: from full service interior design and project management to e-design consultation. We are New York based - but will travel and consult worldwide through our new RAD E-Design Services. The emphasis is to create distinctive and welcoming homes that reflect the clients' lifestyle and personalities.

Orchard Living Room

Michael Abrams Interiors

Photo of a contemporary living room in Chicago with beige walls and no tv.

Living Room - Contemporary

AMI Design

Transitional living room design with contemporary fireplace mantel. Custom made fireplace screen.
Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in New York with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a music area, medium hardwood floors and no tv.

Living Room

Garret Cord Werner Architects & Interior Designers

The renovation of this Queen Anne Hill Spanish bungalow was an extreme transformation into contemporary and tranquil retreat. Photography by John Granen.

Classic Beauty

Jennifer Taylor Studio

Photographer: Beth Singer
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Detroit with a standard fireplace, no tv, beige walls, ceramic floors and a plaster fireplace surround.

Farmhouse Living

Gryboski Builders Inc.

Large country open concept living room in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and no tv.

Central Park West Private Residence

VGC NYC Inc.

Photography: SGM Photography
Design ideas for a transitional formal living room in New York with beige walls, dark hardwood floors and no tv.

Phoenix House Remodel

Brooks & Company LLC

Steven Kaye Photography
Photo of a large traditional formal open concept living room in Phoenix with beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

The Camberwell House

Fraher & Findlay Architects Ltd

Photo of a transitional enclosed living room in London with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

The Coach House

McLean Quinlan

Designed in 1805 by renowned architect Sir John Nash, this Grade II listed former coach house in the Devon countryside, sits on a south-facing hill, with uninterrupted views to the River Dart. Though retaining its classical appeal and proportions, the house had previously been poorly converted and needed significant repair and internal reworking to transform it into a modern and practical family home. The brief – and the challenge – was to achieve this while retaining the essence of Nash’s original design. We had previously worked with our clients and so we had a good understanding of their needs and requirements. Together, we assessed the features that had first attracted them to the property and advised on which elements would need to be altered or rebuilt. Preserving and repairing where appropriate, interior spaces were reconfigured and traditional details reinterpreted. Nash’s original building was based on Palladian principals, and we emphasised this further by creating axial views through the building from one side to the other and beyond to the garden. The work was undertaken in three phases, beginning with the conversion and restoration of the existing building. This was followed by the addition of two unashamedly contemporary elements: to the west, a glazed light-filled living space with views across the garden and, echoing the symmetry of Nash’s original design, an open pergola and pool to the east. The main staircase was repositioned and redesigned to improve flow and to sit more comfortable with the building’s muted classical aesthetic. Similarly, new panelled and arched door and window linings were designed to accord with the original arched openings of the coach house. Photographing the property again, twenty years after our conversion, it was interesting to see how once-new additions and changes have long settled into the character of the house. Outside, the stone walls and hard landscaping we added, are softened by time and nature with mosses and ferns. Inside, hardwearing limestone floors and the crafted joinery elements, particularly the staircase, are improving with the patina of wear and time.

CASTILLA

Modern Whimsy Interiors

This is the informal family room with built-in desk
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in Oklahoma City with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Yankee California Coastal

KC Studio

Instead of the traditional sofa/chair seating arrangement, four comfy chairs allow for gathering, reading, conversation and napping.
Design ideas for a small beach style open concept living room in Orange County with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Casa SC

Bernardo Pozas Residential Design

This is an example of an expansive contemporary formal open concept living room in Austin with beige walls, no tv and black floor.

Cambalt Road

Tom St. Aubyn Photography Ltd

Traditional formal living room in London with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Boca Raton Residence

Hubley Design Interiors, LLC

This is an example of a contemporary formal open concept living room in Miami with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Living Room Design Photos with Beige Walls and No 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.