リビングから周囲の森を見る撮影：堀内広治／新写真工房
This is an example of a mid-sized asian open concept living room in Other with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Crafted Comfort

Amrami Design + Build

Photo Credit: Aimée Mazzenga
Design ideas for a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Chicago with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floor.

Mid-Century Home Design

Bart Goldstein Interior Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury formal enclosed living room in DC Metro with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

House For An Architect

Peter McDonald Architect

This is an example of a mid-sized country enclosed living room in Boston with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

LOFT POBLENOU

The Room Studio

Proyecto realizado por The Room Studio Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial living room in Barcelona with brown walls, concrete floors, a corner fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and grey floor.

Redwood City Before and After

CH Burnham Inc.

New Fireplace with Cantilevered Concrete Hearth Before
Mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in San Francisco with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Kentfield New Primitive Residence

David Ludwig - Architect

Vaulted Great Room with custom doors to match curve of the arch.
Photo of a large mediterranean enclosed living room in San Francisco with brown walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Our Work

Jackson Stuart Co.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in San Diego with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floor.

Cast Stone Mantel in New York

Omega Stone Mantels

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Mt Isthmus lodge, The Lindis Group | Luxury Accommodation

HARO Flooring New Zealand

Photo of an expansive modern open concept living room in Other with brown walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, grey floor, wood and decorative wall panelling.

Artisan Craft Homes New Headquarters and Home

Artisan Craft Homes

Artisan Craft Homes
Inspiration for a large country open concept living room in Grand Rapids with brown walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

Hermosa Beach Modern

Timothy De Clue Collection & Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and no tv.

Armstrong-Exotic Hardwood

East Windsor Floor Covering

Large contemporary formal open concept living room in Philadelphia with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv and a concrete fireplace surround.

Fireplaces by Green Goods

Green Goods

This two sided fireplace creates an open floor plan for this family home, connecting the kitchen and living room. The FSC wood wall coverings add an organic feel to the industrial polished concrete floor and minimal fireplace with built in seating. Designed and built by Green Goods in San Luis Obispo, CA.

Crafted Comfort

Amrami Design + Build

Photo Credit: Aimée Mazzenga
This is an example of a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Chicago with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floor.

Sibley Wood Residence

Chesmore/Buck Architecture

David Papazian
Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Seattle with brown walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

LOFT POBLENOU

The Room Studio

Work Samples

Fe Fi Faux Studios, Inc.

Large contemporary open concept living room in Omaha with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Vancouver island Beach House

McIntyre Cresswell Design Group Inc.

photo- Leanna Rathkelly
Photo of a large modern open concept living room in Vancouver with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

軽井沢の別荘

株式会社フォルムス一級建築士事務所

リビングから周囲の森を見る撮影：堀内広治／新写真工房
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Living Room Design Photos with Brown Walls and a Concrete Fireplace Surround

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.