Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Paris with green walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

HOUSE IN KENSINGTON

STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS

Inspiration for a large traditional formal enclosed living room in London with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Wil Rose - Whole Home Remodel

Anderson & Rodgers Construction

Large transitional open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Décoration d'un appartement parisien dans le 7e

Céline L. Castanet Interior Design

This is an example of a contemporary living room with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Interior Design - Soggiorno e scala con parapetto in vetro

house A porter

Arredo con mobili sospesi Lago, e boiserie in legno realizzata da falegname su disegno
This is an example of a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Milan with a library, brown walls, ceramic floors, a wood stove, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor, recessed and decorative wall panelling.

Woodland Heights Houston

Haven Design and Construction

This light filled living room is highlighted by ample built-in storage and a stately fireplace surrounded with herringbone marble tile. The beautiful woodwork and inviting furnishings make this home a comfortable place to greet guests or to simply relax with family in the evenings.

Shabby-Chic Country Kitchen & Sunroom

12/12 Architects & Planners

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Chicago with green walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv, brown floor, exposed beam and decorative wall panelling.

The Custom Tudor at Manor Park

Mitchell & Best Homes

This is an example of a small traditional loft-style living room in DC Metro with a library, beige walls, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, decorative wall panelling, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Beacon Cape

Costello Fine Homes

Inspiration for a transitional open concept living room in Boston with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, medium hardwood floors and decorative wall panelling.

Charonne

Atelier Nyood

salon, sejour, decoration, fauteuils, osier, canapé en velours, canapé gris fonce, table basse, table en bois, coussins bleus, grandes fenêtres, lumineux, moulures, miroir vintage, cadres, chemine en pierre taillée, appliques murales.

Greenwich St. - Luxury New Build Home in Falls Church, VA

Leigh Newport Staged by Design®

Large arts and crafts open concept living room in DC Metro with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, recessed and decorative wall panelling.

Studio City Transitional

Deirdre Doherty Interiors

Funky Living Room
Inspiration for a transitional living room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Turtle Lake Contemporary

Tutto Interiors

Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in Detroit with white walls, light hardwood floors, decorative wall panelling, panelled walls, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

16th Century Cottage, Dunmow, Essex

Nine Lives

Family TV room/ snug with bespoke shelving to minimise the impact of the TV in the space. Bright pops of colour
This is an example of a mid-sized country enclosed living room in Essex with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Yarranabbe House

Kate Nixon

Expansive transitional formal enclosed living room in Sydney with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, recessed and decorative wall panelling.

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

Sheila Rich Interiors, LLC

The custom, asymmetrical entertainment unit uniquely frames the TV and provides hidden storage for components. Prized collections are beautifully displayed.

Late Victorian Remodel

Centoni Restoration & Development, Inc.

The floor plan of this beautiful Victorian flat remained largely unchanged since 1890 – making modern living a challenge. With support from our engineering team, the floor plan of the main living space was opened to not only connect the kitchen and the living room but also add a dedicated dining area.

Chicago Classy

reDesign home | chicago

Large transitional open concept living room in Chicago with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Country Retreat

M-Squared Contracting Inc.

Rustic yet refined, this modern country retreat blends old and new in masterful ways, creating a fresh yet timeless experience. The structured, austere exterior gives way to an inviting interior. The palette of subdued greens, sunny yellows, and watery blues draws inspiration from nature. Whether in the upholstery or on the walls, trailing blooms lend a note of softness throughout. The dark teal kitchen receives an injection of light from a thoughtfully-appointed skylight; a dining room with vaulted ceilings and bead board walls add a rustic feel. The wall treatment continues through the main floor to the living room, highlighted by a large and inviting limestone fireplace that gives the relaxed room a note of grandeur. Turquoise subway tiles elevate the laundry room from utilitarian to charming. Flanked by large windows, the home is abound with natural vistas. Antlers, antique framed mirrors and plaid trim accentuates the high ceilings. Hand scraped wood flooring from Schotten & Hansen line the wide corridors and provide the ideal space for lounging.

Fresh Hamptons Inspired

Wendy Glaister Interiors

This classically beautiful living room has all the elements one would expect in a traditional home inspired by the Hamptons. Hardwood flooring, a plaid rug, herringbone fabrics, tape trim on the sofas, and the most expertly installed coffered ceilings and wainscotting millwork.

Living Room Design Photos with Brown Floor and Decorative Wall Panelling

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.