Hood House is a playful protector that respects the heritage character of Carlton North whilst celebrating purposeful change. It is a luxurious yet compact and hyper-functional home defined by an exploration of contrast: it is ornamental and restrained, subdued and lively, stately and casual, compartmental and open. For us, it is also a project with an unusual history. This dual-natured renovation evolved through the ownership of two separate clients. Originally intended to accommodate the needs of a young family of four, we shifted gears at the eleventh hour and adapted a thoroughly resolved design solution to the needs of only two. From a young, nuclear family to a blended adult one, our design solution was put to a test of flexibility. The result is a subtle renovation almost invisible from the street yet dramatic in its expressive qualities. An oblique view from the northwest reveals the playful zigzag of the new roof, the rippling metal hood. This is a form-making exercise that connects old to new as well as establishing spatial drama in what might otherwise have been utilitarian rooms upstairs. A simple palette of Australian hardwood timbers and white surfaces are complimented by tactile splashes of brass and rich moments of colour that reveal themselves from behind closed doors. Our internal joke is that Hood House is like Lazarus, risen from the ashes. We’re grateful that almost six years of hard work have culminated in this beautiful, protective and playful house, and so pleased that Glenda and Alistair get to call it home.

Chalet Alta Rocca

Thomas Devard Photographie

Photo of a country living room in Nancy with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam, wood and wood walls.

Deep mahogany stained entertainment space Manhattan, NY

WL Kitchen & Home

Using a similar mahogany stain for the entire interior, the incorporation of various detailed elements such as the crown moldings and brackets allows for the space to truly speak for itself. Centered around the inclusion of a coffered ceiling, the similar style and tone of all of these elements helps create a strong sense of cohesion within the entire interior. For more projects visit our website wlkitchenandhome.com . . . #mediaroom #entertainmentroom #elegantlivingroom #homeinteriors #luxuryliving #luxuryapartment #finearchitecture #luxurymanhattan #luxuryapartments #luxuryinteriors #apartmentbar #homebar #elegantbar #classicbar #livingroomideas #entertainmentwall #wallunit #mediaunit #tvroom #tvfurniture #bardesigner #woodeninterior #bardecor #mancave #homecinema #luxuryinteriordesigner #luxurycontractor #manhattaninteriordesign #classicinteriors #classyinteriors

Custom Living Room in Newport Beach

Jeffrey V. Riggs, Architect

Design ideas for a large beach style open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Contemporary Craftsman

Eleven Interiors

Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Boston with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood walls.

Custom Living Room in Nantucket

J. Graham Goldsmith Architects

Susan Teare
Design ideas for a large beach style open concept living room in Boston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, a metal fireplace surround, vaulted and wood walls.

Vancouver Residence

Area3 Design Studio Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Vancouver with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and wood walls.

Mill Creek Custom Home

Fishcamp Custom LLC.

The open design displays a custom brick fire place that fits perfectly into the log-style hand hewed logs with chinking and exposed log trusses.
Inspiration for a country open concept living room in Other with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, exposed beam, vaulted, wood and wood walls.

Wine Country Rustic

BK Interior Design

Perched on a hilltop high in the Myacama mountains is a vineyard property that exists off-the-grid. This peaceful parcel is home to Cornell Vineyards, a winery known for robust cabernets and a casual ‘back to the land’ sensibility. We were tasked with designing a simple refresh of two existing buildings that dually function as a weekend house for the proprietor’s family and a platform to entertain winery guests. We had fun incorporating our client’s Asian art and antiques that are highlighted in both living areas. Paired with a mix of neutral textures and tones we set out to create a casual California style reflective of its surrounding landscape and the winery brand.

Martis Camp Lot 369

SWABACK pllc

Photo of an expansive country open concept living room in Phoenix with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Lafayette Residence - Living Room www.hryanstudio.com

H. Ryan Studio

Heather Ryan, Interior Designer H.Ryan Studio - Scottsdale, AZ www.hryanstudio.com
Photo of a large traditional open concept living room in Phoenix with a library, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Rumelihisari

esra kazmirci mimarlik

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wood walls.

Hillside House on Chesapeake

Hays + Ewing Design Studio

Exterior shiplap siding walls extend from the exterior into the interior to bring the outside in and extend views to nature.
Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Other with medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wood walls.

Steamboat Springs Timber Frame

Mountain Life and Home of Colorado

Design ideas for a mid-sized country loft-style living room in Denver with medium hardwood floors, brown floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Deep Blue London

Anca Rotaru Design Studio

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional living room in London with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, brown floor and wood walls.

Custom Created Fireplace Media Wall.

Delta Kitchens Ltd

Custom created media wall to house Flamerite integrated fire and TV with Porcelanosa wood effect tiles.
Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in Glasgow with brown walls, vinyl floors, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor and wood walls.

Contemporary Living Room

Inspiration for a contemporary open concept living room in Providence with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and wood walls.

Hinkler House

R ARCHITECTURE

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, wood walls, a wood fireplace surround, recessed, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Lake Michigan Modern

Cannarsa Structure and Design

Photo of a contemporary formal open concept living room in Grand Rapids with no tv, a standard fireplace, vaulted, multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wood walls.

Sports barn

MDK Design Associates, Inc.

Living room over looking basket ball court with a Custom 3-sided Fireplace with Porcelain tile. Contemporary custom furniture made to order. Truss ceiling with stained finish, Cable wire rail system . Doors lead out to pool

Living Room Design Photos with Brown Floor and Wood 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.