Mont Albert North Renovation and Extension

Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with black walls, light hardwood floors and a hanging fireplace.

Tequesta Brickell Key Residence

Interiors by Maite Granda

Feature in: Luxe Magazine Miami & South Florida Luxury Magazine If visitors to Robyn and Allan Webb’s one-bedroom Miami apartment expect the typical all-white Miami aesthetic, they’ll be pleasantly surprised upon stepping inside. There, bold theatrical colors, like a black textured wallcovering and bright teal sofa, mix with funky patterns, such as a black-and-white striped chair, to create a space that exudes charm. In fact, it’s the wife’s style that initially inspired the design for the home on the 20th floor of a Brickell Key high-rise. “As soon as I saw her with a green leather jacket draped across her shoulders, I knew we would be doing something chic that was nothing like the typical all- white modern Miami aesthetic,” says designer Maite Granda of Robyn’s ensemble the first time they met. The Webbs, who often vacation in Paris, also had a clear vision for their new Miami digs: They wanted it to exude their own modern interpretation of French decor. “We wanted a home that was luxurious and beautiful,” says Robyn, noting they were downsizing from a four-story residence in Alexandria, Virginia. “But it also had to be functional.” To read more visit: https: https://maitegranda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/LX_MIA18_HOM_MaiteGranda_10.pdf Rolando Diaz

Willamette River Home

SRM Architecture and Interiors

Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Portland with black walls and dark hardwood floors.

Atherton Remodel

Adrian Smith Construction

Photo of a transitional living room in San Francisco with black walls, light hardwood floors, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and vaulted.

Eagle Mountain Lake House

Urbanology Designs

Dark Plank Wall with Floating Media Center
This is an example of a mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Dallas with black walls and a wall-mounted tv.

Lady Cave

Just Benenate Designs, LLC

Internationally Acknowledged Interior Designers & Decorators
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Atlanta with a home bar, black walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Purple Accent Design

Freestyle Interiors

Small contemporary formal living room in Miami with black walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Full Space

Fava Design Group

Photographed by: Craig Denis Creative
Eclectic formal living room in Miami with black walls.

Interior Renovation - Manhattan, NY

SRA Design + Build Architects Corp.

Mike Van Tessel
Industrial living room in New York with black walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

MODERN NEW CONSTRUCTION

User

A masterpiece of light and design, this gorgeous Beverly Hills contemporary is filled with incredible moments, offering the perfect balance of intimate corners and open spaces. A large driveway with space for ten cars is complete with a contemporary fountain wall that beckons guests inside. An amazing pivot door opens to an airy foyer and light-filled corridor with sliding walls of glass and high ceilings enhancing the space and scale of every room. An elegant study features a tranquil outdoor garden and faces an open living area with fireplace. A formal dining room spills into the incredible gourmet Italian kitchen with butler’s pantry—complete with Miele appliances, eat-in island and Carrara marble countertops—and an additional open living area is roomy and bright. Two well-appointed powder rooms on either end of the main floor offer luxury and convenience. Surrounded by large windows and skylights, the stairway to the second floor overlooks incredible views of the home and its natural surroundings. A gallery space awaits an owner’s art collection at the top of the landing and an elevator, accessible from every floor in the home, opens just outside the master suite. Three en-suite guest rooms are spacious and bright, all featuring walk-in closets, gorgeous bathrooms and balconies that open to exquisite canyon views. A striking master suite features a sitting area, fireplace, stunning walk-in closet with cedar wood shelving, and marble bathroom with stand-alone tub. A spacious balcony extends the entire length of the room and floor-to-ceiling windows create a feeling of openness and connection to nature. A large grassy area accessible from the second level is ideal for relaxing and entertaining with family and friends, and features a fire pit with ample lounge seating and tall hedges for privacy and seclusion. Downstairs, an infinity pool with deck and canyon views feels like a natural extension of the home, seamlessly integrated with the indoor living areas through sliding pocket doors. Amenities and features including a glassed-in wine room and tasting area, additional en-suite bedroom ideal for staff quarters, designer fixtures and appliances and ample parking complete this superb hillside retreat.

城北の家

株式会社小松隼人建築設計事務所

toshiyuki yano
Photo of a contemporary living room in Other with black walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Sacramento Modern

Kat Alves Photography

Kat Alves Photography Avani Panchal Design Studio
Design ideas for a contemporary formal living room in Sacramento with black walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Eclectic Living Room

Loom Decor

Designer: April Tomlin Interiors April Tomlin created this graphic, color block black and white living room, and accented it with Loom throw pillows and versatile ring top drapery window treatments. Shop and create your custom accents at loomdecor.com

Mountain side Modern Nest

Stillwater Architecture L.L.C.

Gibeon Photography
Photo of a large country open concept living room in Other with black walls, light hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Alex's Condo

Residents Understood

Katharine Hauschka
Industrial formal open concept living room in DC Metro with black walls.

South Boston Home

Boston Virtual Imaging

Amanda Beattie - Boston Virtual Imaging
Inspiration for a traditional living room in Boston with purple walls and medium hardwood floors.

PROJECT 2

Ingrid Rasmussen Photography

Design ideas for a contemporary formal living room in London with black walls and a standard fireplace.

Tenth Street Residence

twenty7 design

Corinne Cobabe Photography
Inspiration for a modern living room in San Diego with black walls.

Contemporary Living Room

This is an example of a contemporary living room in Austin with purple walls.

Dallas, TX: Lyndsey & Steve

Sarah Greenman

photo: Sarah Greenman © 2012 Houzz
Design ideas for an eclectic living room in Dallas with black walls and dark hardwood floors.

Living Room Design Photos with Black Walls and Purple 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.