Townhome style living space, but plenty of room for hosting. This open kitchen and living space creates an intimate atmosphere for family and guest. The kitchen's backsplash is a standout among the custom kitchen cabinets. Don't miss the floating ceiling with under mount lighting.

ALICE RIVER HOUSE PROJECT

Splendid Home Design

Photo of a large beach style open concept living room in Miami with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a built-in media wall, brown floor and recessed.

Bespoke Family Home

Jackie Tracey Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Dublin with a library, red walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

Bliss by the Sea

Coastal Signature Homes

Design ideas for a large beach style open concept living room in Charleston with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Southview Dr

Ability Remodeling

Farmhouse chic is a delightful balance of design styles that creates a countryside, stress-free, yet contemporary atmosphere. It's much warmer and more uplifting than minimalism. ... Contemporary farmhouse style coordinates clean lines, multiple layers of texture, neutral paint colors and natural finishes. We leveraged the open floor plan to keep this space nice and open while still having defined living areas. The soft tones are consistent throughout the house to help keep the continuity and allow for pops of color or texture to make each room special.

Refresh Refined

Great Northern Builders, LLC.

Design ideas for a traditional open concept living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Country Home Update

The Hammer & Heart

We designed and updated the fireplace, bathrooms, and dining room with a modern farmhouse look.
Photo of a mid-sized country enclosed living room in Columbus with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Séjour contemporain à South Pigalle

Laurence Garrisson

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Paris with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Southview Dr

Ability Remodeling

Arts & Craft house - New Barnet

JLV Design Ltd

Apart from the blue sofa, most of the furniture was sourced second-hand or on Freecycle.
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts formal enclosed living room in London with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

Cold Spring Harbor

Chango

Advisement + Design - Construction advisement, custom millwork & custom furniture design, interior design & art curation by Chango & Co.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a freestanding tv, brown floor, wood and planked wall panelling.

Quincy Lift

GLDESIGN

Inspiration for a large beach style open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Fireplace Mantel & Shiplap Wall

John Bice Custom Woodwork & Trim

Fire place mantel with shiplap
Inspiration for a living room in Houston with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and brown floor.

Bespoke Family Home

Jackie Tracey Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Dublin with a library, red walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

North Fitzroy Period Renovation

Architest Pty Ltd

An open plan living space maintains is privacy and intimacy with a feature fireplace and reading nook either side. Custom wall paper lines the back of the joinery and adds a depth and drama to the space.

Midwest Mediterranean

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Oak Wood Floors by Shaw, Exploration in Voyage
This is an example of a mediterranean formal living room with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, coffered, planked wall panelling and a standard fireplace.

682 Riverstone - Calbridge Homes

Rochelle Cote Interior Design

Inspiration for a large transitional formal open concept living room in Calgary with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, brown floor and exposed beam.

Plymouth Spring Preview 2020

Pillar Homes

Pillar Homes Spring Preview 2020 - Spacecrafting Photography
Photo of a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Japandi Apartment

VORBILD Architecture

Mid-sized open concept living room in London with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Red White & Blue Coastal Living Room

Fresh Start Interiors

This family wanted a cheerful casual coastal living room. We brought in lots of pattern and a red/white/navy palette to drive home the coastal look. The formerly red brick gas fireplace was wrapped in ship lap and given a custom hemlock mantel shelf. We also added an accent wall with navy grasscloth wallpaper that beautifully sets off the ivory sofa and unique wooden boat wreath.

Shiplap Living Room Design Photos with Brown Floor

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.