Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Other with beige walls, ceramic floors, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and wood walls.

Mirabel moderne

RénoDéco etc.

Design ideas for a large modern open concept living room in Montreal with white walls, ceramic floors, a two-sided fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and wood walls.

Appartement Mars

User

Rénovation d'un appartement - 106m²
Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Paris with a library, brown walls, ceramic floors, no fireplace, grey floor, recessed and wood walls.

Eco Majestic , Kajang

74studios

Photo of a small contemporary living room in Other with white walls, ceramic floors, no fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, recessed and wood walls.

Dickson Residence

MG Homes, LLC

Open floor plan ceramic tile flooring sunlight windows accent wall
Design ideas for a modern open concept living room in Salt Lake City with grey walls, ceramic floors, brown floor, coffered and wood walls.

Federal Residence

Zaher Architects

Design ideas for a modern living room in Other with ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, grey floor and wood walls.

Séjour d'envergure

a-typic | Chloé Vallot

Cet espace de 50 m² devait être propice à la détente et la déconnexion, où chaque membre de la famille pouvait s’adonner à son loisir favori : l’écoute d’un vinyle, la lecture d’un livre, quelques notes de guitare… Le vert kaki et le bois brut s’harmonisent avec le paysage environnant, visible de part et d’autre de la pièce au travers de grandes fenêtres. Réalisés avec d’anciennes planches de bardage, les panneaux de bois apportent une ambiance chaleureuse dans cette pièce d’envergure et réchauffent l’espace cocooning auprès du poêle. Quelques souvenirs évoquent le passé de cette ancienne bâtisse comme une carte de géographie, un encrier et l’ancien registre de l’école confié par les habitants du village aux nouveaux propriétaires.

Open living/dining/kitchen

General Property Solutions

Whole house open concept condo remodel in Jonathan's Landing at Trader's Crossing. Modern rustic and mid-century modern details.
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Miami with ceramic floors and wood walls.

Refugium im Holzblockhaus

Zweiheit Innenarchitekten

Offenes Wohnzimmer mit drehbarem Sofa, Kamin, offener Treppe zur Galerie mit Holzlamellen.
This is an example of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Frankfurt with ceramic floors, a wood stove, a concrete fireplace surround, a concealed tv, black floor and wood walls.

海/空/山の家

Yoshi Architects

２階LDK（オーシャンビュー）。海側の木製建具はフルオープン。右手の板張りの目立たない２枚の扉を開けると洗面脱衣室とテラス（スカイビュー）。
Inspiration for an asian living room in Other with brown walls, ceramic floors, beige floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Séjour ouvert sur cuisine

La maison d'Anne-Sophie

Dossier d'aménagement comprenant : - Suppression d'une chambre pour créer une zone salle à manger - Création d'un escalier sur-mesure avec rangement intégré - Solution de rénovation légère de la cuisine - Décoration : choix couleurs sols, murs, plafond, matériaux

Noe Valley 767

SF Design Build

This is an example of an asian living room in San Francisco with ceramic floors, grey floor, wood and wood walls.

Japandi Home

SDA Architects

After the second fallout of the Delta Variant amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic in mid 2021, our team working from home, and our client in quarantine, SDA Architects conceived Japandi Home. The initial brief for the renovation of this pool house was for its interior to have an "immediate sense of serenity" that roused the feeling of being peaceful. Influenced by loneliness and angst during quarantine, SDA Architects explored themes of escapism and empathy which led to a “Japandi” style concept design – the nexus between “Scandinavian functionality” and “Japanese rustic minimalism” to invoke feelings of “art, nature and simplicity.” This merging of styles forms the perfect amalgamation of both function and form, centred on clean lines, bright spaces and light colours. Grounded by its emotional weight, poetic lyricism, and relaxed atmosphere; Japandi Home aesthetics focus on simplicity, natural elements, and comfort; minimalism that is both aesthetically pleasing yet highly functional. Japandi Home places special emphasis on sustainability through use of raw furnishings and a rejection of the one-time-use culture we have embraced for numerous decades. A plethora of natural materials, muted colours, clean lines and minimal, yet-well-curated furnishings have been employed to showcase beautiful craftsmanship – quality handmade pieces over quantitative throwaway items. A neutral colour palette compliments the soft and hard furnishings within, allowing the timeless pieces to breath and speak for themselves. These calming, tranquil and peaceful colours have been chosen so when accent colours are incorporated, they are done so in a meaningful yet subtle way. Japandi home isn’t sparse – it’s intentional. The integrated storage throughout – from the kitchen, to dining buffet, linen cupboard, window seat, entertainment unit, bed ensemble and walk-in wardrobe are key to reducing clutter and maintaining the zen-like sense of calm created by these clean lines and open spaces. The Scandinavian concept of “hygge” refers to the idea that ones home is your cosy sanctuary. Similarly, this ideology has been fused with the Japanese notion of “wabi-sabi”; the idea that there is beauty in imperfection. Hence, the marriage of these design styles is both founded on minimalism and comfort; easy-going yet sophisticated. Conversely, whilst Japanese styles can be considered “sleek” and Scandinavian, “rustic”, the richness of the Japanese neutral colour palette aids in preventing the stark, crisp palette of Scandinavian styles from feeling cold and clinical. Japandi Home’s introspective essence can ultimately be considered quite timely for the pandemic and was the quintessential lockdown project our team needed.

Silverthorne Mountain Home

D'Arcy Leck Photography

Living room with vaulted ceiling and light natural wood
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic loft-style living room in Other with beige walls, ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, wood and wood walls.

Séjour d'envergure

a-typic | Chloé Vallot

Les bords de mer

Marion Giovannetti Architecte

Situé dans une pinède sur fond bleu, cet appartement plonge ses propriétaires en vacances dès leur arrivée. Les espaces s’articulent autour de jeux de niveaux et de transparence. Les matériaux s'inspirent de la méditerranée et son artisanat. Désormais, cet appartement de 56 m² peut accueillir 7 voyageurs confortablement pour un séjour hors du temps.

Marco Island Renovation

BUILD

Large transitional formal open concept living room in Miami with ceramic floors, a stone fireplace surround, grey floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Cliffwood Residence

Bureau Namas

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with ceramic floors, a ribbon fireplace, grey floor, wood walls and grey walls.

Henry's Cabine

SPACE PROJECT

Photo of a large country living room in Other with grey walls, ceramic floors, brown floor and wood walls.

My Work

User

Modern living room with dual facing sofa...Enjoy a book in front of a fireplace or watch your favorite movie and feel like you have two "special places" in one room. Perfect also for entertaining.

Living Room Design Photos with Ceramic Floors 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.