1960's remodel - Japanese & Scandinavian style house

Basement living room extension with floor to ceiling sliding doors, plywood panelling a stone tile feature wall (with integrated TV) and concrete/wood flooring to create an inside-outside living space.

Unique Art Deco Home Staging in Washington DC

EURO STAGING

I can't tell you how much we enjoyed to work on this gem property in Washington DC!
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury formal enclosed living room in DC Metro with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and panelled walls.

Hillside

Tosti Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in San Diego with a home bar, brown walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Gading Serpong Residence

Alterier

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Other with brown walls, ceramic floors, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, coffered and panelled walls.

From Pandora's Box to Jewel Box - Living Room

McCabe By Design LLC

The wood burning fireplace was replaced by a fuel efficient wood burning insert and the chimney was repaired at the time of install. The barn siding paneling is original to the home. WestSound Home & Garden

Woodside Modern Allure

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Inspiration for a large modern open concept living room in Minneapolis with brown walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and panelled walls.

Lägenhet i Moskva Tverskaya

Hansen studio

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Stockholm with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, grey floor, recessed and panelled walls.

5490 Franklin Goldmine Rd

Virtual Studio Innovations

This is an example of a large formal open concept living room in Atlanta with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, brown floor and panelled walls.

Jordan Rd Whole House

CERULEAN CONSTRUCTION INC

Design ideas for a midcentury living room in San Francisco with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Timeless Canal House

Ethnic Chic - Home Couture

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Amsterdam with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, black floor and panelled walls.

The Lighthouse

Bayith

This photo is an internal view of the living room as part of a new-build family house. A fireplace with terrazzo hearth and surround was incorporated into a bespoke feature storage wall. The oak cabinetry was designed and constructed by our specialist team. LED lighting was integrated into the shelving and acoustic oak slatted panels were used to combat the noise of open plan family living.

855 Alameda

Flagg Coastal Homes

Design ideas for a large beach style enclosed living room in San Diego with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Sea forever

New Zealand Certified Builders Association

Exotic timber paneling adorns the lounge wall.
Mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Other with brown walls, carpet, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, beige floor and panelled walls.

Canadacraig Enterprise Ltd

ZAC and ZAC - Photography

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This is an example of a traditional formal enclosed living room in Other with brown walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, beige floor, panelled walls and wood walls.

Private Home in London, UK

Armani/Casa Vancouver

Design ideas for a transitional living room in London with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and panelled walls.

Ujwala Luxuary Apartment

Jsa Interior

Modern living room design . Sofa back wall panelling with Lilac italian marble , Using modern chandelier , grey and yellow sofa , Linear light on wall panelling , Triplite window blinds .

Hillside

Tosti Design

5490 Franklin Goldmine Rd

Virtual Studio Innovations

Inspiration for a large formal open concept living room in Atlanta with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, brown floor and panelled walls.

Hermes

Studio Cocochic

Salón con paleado de madera e iluminación led.
Mid-sized modern open concept living room in Seville with a music area, brown walls, porcelain floors, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and panelled walls.

Park Lane Mens Lounge

L. Lumpkins Architect, Inc.

Man cave and bar
Photo of a large mediterranean enclosed living room in Dallas with a home bar, brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Living Room Design Photos with Brown Walls and Panelled 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.