Completion Interior Design & Architecture

This is an example of an eclectic living room in Gloucestershire with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, vaulted, wallpaper and brick walls.

Avalon - Interior Design & Decor

Anthea Williamson Photography

Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Sydney with carpet, grey floor and brick walls.

Modern farmhouse redesign

Claire Alexandra Designs

I worked on a modern family house, built on the land of an old farmhouse. It is surrounded by stunning open countryside and set within a 2.2 acre garden plot. The house was lacking in character despite being called a 'farmhouse.' So the clients, who had recently moved in, wanted to start off by transforming their conservatory, living room and family bathroom into rooms which would show lots of personality. They like a rustic style and wanted the house to be a sanctuary - a place to relax, switch off from work and enjoy time together as a young family. A big part of the brief was to tackle the layout of their living room. It is a large, rectangular space and they needed help figuring out the best layout for the furniture, working around a central fireplace and a couple of awkwardly placed double doors. For the design, I took inspiration from the stunning surroundings. I worked with greens and blues and natural materials to come up with a scheme that would reflect the immediate exterior and exude a soothing feel. To tackle the living room layout I created three zones within the space, based on how the family spend time in the room. A reading area, a social space and a TV zone used the whole room to its maximum. I created a design concept for all rooms. This consisted of the colour scheme, materials, patterns and textures which would form the basis of the scheme. A 2D floor plan was also drawn up to tackle the room layouts and help us agree what furniture was required. At sourcing stage, I compiled a list of furniture, fixtures and accessories required to realise the design vision. I sourced everything, from the furniture, new carpet for the living room, lighting, bespoke blinds and curtains, new radiators, down to the cushions, rugs and a few small accessories. I designed bespoke shelving units for the living room and created 3D CAD visuals for each room to help my clients to visualise the spaces. I provided shopping lists of items and samples of all finishes. I passed on a number of trade discounts for some of the bigger pieces of furniture and the bathroom items, including 15% off the sofas.

Contemporary Re-Build Family Home in Beaconsfield

&Eve Interior Design Limited

Design ideas for a large contemporary formal enclosed living room in Berkshire with white walls, carpet, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, beige floor and brick walls.

Large Arts and Crafts lounge refit

TME Interiors

Design ideas for a large arts and crafts enclosed living room in Other with green walls, carpet, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, beige floor and brick walls.

Wahgunyah House

Regional Design Service

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, green floor and brick walls.

Georgian Townhouse

Fable Interiors

Traditional drawing room in grade II family home. Fully renovated with bespoke joinery and furnishings
Large traditional formal enclosed living room in West Midlands with beige walls, carpet, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brick walls.

Family Great Room

Amanda Sosnowski Interior Design

Metro Detroit interior designer pairs classic and vintage style decor in an otherwise contemporary room to add visual interest and balance. Wallpaper, built-ins, and custom cabinetry make this space unique.

Fairways at Lake ridge clubhouse.

Design Alternatives

Accent wall feature in clubhouse for dramatic focal point.
Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept living room in New York with a library, grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, grey floor, recessed and brick walls.

Living Room | Anthem | 02108 by Pinnacle Architectural Studio

Pinnacle Architectural Studio

This is an example of an expansive contemporary formal open concept living room in Las Vegas with brown walls, carpet, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, vaulted and brick walls.

Venice

Atlas Weavers

Moroccan rug mid century modren
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, carpet, a wood stove, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, white floor, coffered and brick walls.

Loft Cooking

Debra DeLorenzo Interiors - One Ranfurly Ltd

The kitchen opens to a luxurious lounge space
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal loft-style living room in Wellington with carpet, grey floor and brick walls.

Candy Factory Loft

Lisa Davis Interiors

A cozy 830sq ft Boston Pied-a’-Terre with a European inspired garden patio
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic formal loft-style living room in Boston with grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, grey floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

The Loft

GIDDecor

Photo of a small industrial open concept living room in Moscow with a music area, white walls, carpet, a built-in media wall, multi-coloured floor, recessed and brick walls.

Te Awamutu, Waikato

David Reid Homes

Photo of a large open concept living room in Wellington with white walls, carpet, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, grey floor, vaulted and brick walls.

2 bedroom flat renovation in a converted river-side Wapping warehouse, Matt

Absolute Project Management

We replaced the previous worn carpet with a lovely soft warm-toned grey carpet in the lounge and bedrooms. This went well with the calming off-white walls, being warm in tone. Soft sage linen curtains were fitted to bring softness and warmth to the room, allowing the view of The Thames and stunning natural light to shine in through the arched window. A roman blind was fitted in the same fabric, electrical in function for convenience. The soft organic colour palette added so much to the space, making it a lovely calm, welcoming room to be in, and working perfectly with the red of the brickwork and ceiling beams. Discover more at: https://absoluteprojectmanagement.com/portfolio/matt-wapping/

Contemporary Re-Build Family Home in Beaconsfield

&Eve Interior Design Limited

Inspiration for a large contemporary formal enclosed living room in Berkshire with white walls, carpet, a wood stove, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, beige floor and brick walls.

Lac La Belle Lake House

Interior Vision Design Studio

This lakeside retreat has been in the family for generations & is lovingly referred to as "the magnet" because it pulls friends and family together. When rebuilding on their family's land, our priority was to create the same feeling for generations to come. This new build project included all interior & exterior architectural design features including lighting, flooring, tile, countertop, cabinet, appliance, hardware & plumbing fixture selections. My client opted in for an all inclusive design experience including space planning, furniture & decor specifications to create a move in ready retreat for their family to enjoy for years & years to come. It was an honor designing this family's dream house & will leave you wanting a little slice of waterfront paradise of your own!

Silverwood

Portus Homes

Open plan living, dining kitchen, white and grey with timber and bricks textures.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary living room in Dorset with white walls, carpet, grey floor and brick walls.

Living Room

Elizabeth J Interiors, LLC

Contemporary Loft Living Room
Photo of a contemporary loft-style living room in Detroit with carpet and brick walls.

Living Room Design Photos with Carpet and Brick 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.