This is an example of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in London with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Full refurbishment on Trinity Road, London

GDL London

The nautical-themed family room, with its' marble fireplace and traditional flooring leads on to the open-plan kitchen and dining area through the luminous archway door.

On The Thames

MODEL Projects Ltd

Photo of a mid-sized traditional living room in Surrey with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Loft in Bali

Pavel Adashkevich

Photo of a tropical living room in Other with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding tv, beige floor and vaulted.

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.

Hopkinton Painter's Palette

3W design, inc.

Mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in Boston with light hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor and blue walls.

Stringfellow

O'Neil Industries Inc.

Mid-sized beach style enclosed living room in Miami with blue walls, no fireplace, a built-in media wall, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Custom Residence- Norton Commons

Leo Thieneman and Sons, LLC

Photo of a beach style living room in Louisville with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Freeport Tiny House

Marvin Design Gallery by Eldredge Lumber

Integrity from Marvin Windows and Doors open this tiny house up to a larger-than-life ocean view.
This is an example of a small country open concept living room in Portland Maine with blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Dagligstue Østerbro

The Sweet Spot

Bjarni B. Jacobsen
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian living room in Copenhagen with a library, blue walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Gallagher Living Room

Christina Lane

Photo of a small enclosed living room in New York with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Beach House in Rehobeth Beach, Deleware

P [Four]

Inspiration for a beach style formal open concept living room in DC Metro with blue walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Edinburgh Victorian flat

Jessica Buckley Interiors

Zac and Zac
Mid-sized transitional enclosed living room in Edinburgh with blue walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Los Angeles Mad Men Loft

Lindye Galloway Interiors

Inspiration for a large midcentury formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with blue walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and a wall-mounted tv.

Eclectic Living Room

Lesley Gracie Photography

Mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in Other with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove and a plaster fireplace surround.

Mid Century Living

sojojo

A Dry Dog
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic living room in Other with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Luxury lodges, Brompton Lakes

Inside Story Photography

I photographed these luxury lodges for Brompton Lakes. Tracey Bloxham, Inside Story Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic enclosed living room in Other with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a freestanding tv and a concrete fireplace surround.

Chaucer Road

User

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic living room in London with blue walls and light hardwood floors.

Rustic Farmhouse Chic

A Colorful World Interior Design, LLC

Melonie Madzel
This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Atlanta with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Nook House

Mustard Architects

Tim Crocker
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in London with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Living Room Design Photos with Blue Walls and Light Hardwood Floors

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.