Photo of a large industrial open concept living room in Other with grey walls, porcelain floors, a two-sided fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, vaulted and brick walls.

California Mediterranean

Orange Moon Interiors

Den
Expansive mediterranean formal open concept living room in Tampa with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor, coffered and brick walls.

NW Hills Mid-Century Modern

Mosier Luxury Homes

This is an example of a large midcentury open concept living room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brick walls.

Industrial Ranch House

Sarah Carr Design

Design ideas for an industrial open concept living room in Denver with a home bar, white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and brick walls.

Coastal Living Room

Made To Last Custom Homes Ltd.

We took this dark and dated living room and made it into a beautiful bright space. With new flooring, paint, white-washing the brick and lighting we brought out the potential in the space.

Дом на склоне

АВИЛА. Студия интерьера и архитектуры

Mid-sized contemporary living room in Saint Petersburg with multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a two-sided fireplace, a freestanding tv, multi-coloured floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

Collingwood Residence

Patrick Meneguzzi Interiors

Photography by Matthew Moore
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor and brick walls.

El Ático del Real Sitio

The Arkitc

Ático de concepto abierto. El espacio cuenta con una esbelta altura cuyo techo está constituido por metal lacado en blanco y lamas de madera que contrastan con la pizarra del suelo y la conservación del muro de ladrillo existente antes de la reforma.

Встроенный биокамин на фоне мраморной стены

Биокамины "SappFire" - завод-изготовитель

Элегантный Биокамин с Встроенной Тумбой: Создайте Уют и Современный Стиль в Вашей Комнате Представляем вам наш новый биокамин с встроенной тумбой – идеальное решение для вашего интерьера. Этот камин не только обогатит ваше пространство уютом, но и станет украшением в современном стиле. Один взгляд на этот биокамин и вы сразу заметите, как красиво пламя отражается в стене из натурального мрамора, создавая волшебное объемное горение. Мраморная отделка добавляет изысканности и роскоши, делая вашу комнату местом, где приятно проводить время. Наш биокамин легко вписывается в любой современный интерьер благодаря минималистичному и стильному дизайну. Он станет функциональным акцентом в вашем пространстве, добавляя не только тепла, но и визуальной привлекательности. Ваша комната предлагает много простора и уюта, и наш биокамин дополнит это уютное атмосферу. Он создаст дополнительный источник тепла и уюта, делая ваше пространство еще более привлекательным. Привнесите тепло и современный стиль в вашу комнату с нашим биокамином с встроенной тумбой. Наслаждайтесь моментами уюта и расслабления в окружении красивого пламени и натурального мрамора

Interior distressed fireplace limewashing

Von Stroke Painting

Before and after pics of distressed fireplace lime washing. In this home the clients did not want to see any red brick, but wanted the black bricks distressed to reveal a subtle black undertone.

California Mediterranean

Orange Moon Interiors

Den
Photo of an expansive mediterranean formal open concept living room in Tampa with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor, coffered and brick walls.

Farmhouse Remodel in Lynnfield

Halco Showroom

Country open concept living room in Boston with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

The Rock

SDA Architects

Inspiration for an expansive traditional formal enclosed living room in Sydney with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, timber and brick walls.

Interior distressed fireplace limewashingBefore and after pics of distressed fir

Von Stroke Painting

Before and after pics of distressed fireplace lime washing. In this home the clients did not want to see any red brick, but wanted the black bricks distressed to reveal a subtle black undertone.

NW Hills Mid-Century Modern

Mosier Luxury Homes

Design ideas for a large midcentury open concept living room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brick walls.

Дом на склоне

АВИЛА. Студия интерьера и архитектуры

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary living room in Saint Petersburg with multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a two-sided fireplace, a freestanding tv, multi-coloured floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

RESIDENCE INTERIOR 3D RENDERS

User

Photo of a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Hyderabad with beige walls, marble floors, a two-sided fireplace, beige floor, coffered and brick walls.

California Mediterranean

Orange Moon Interiors

Den
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean formal open concept living room in Tampa with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor, coffered and brick walls.

Salón con chimenea y tv imitación a cuadro

Sincro

Salón con techo bóveda catalana

Sincro

This is an example of a large industrial open concept living room in Other with grey walls, porcelain floors, a two-sided fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, vaulted and brick walls.

Living Room Design Photos with a Two-sided Fireplace and Brick 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.