We updated this century-old iconic Edwardian San Francisco home to meet the homeowners' modern-day requirements while still retaining the original charm and architecture. The color palette was earthy and warm to play nicely with the warm wood tones found in the original wood floors, trim, doors and casework.

Full Home Renovation & Pool Gazebo Addition

Duke Renovations

The clean white of the custom built-in's and large wall of windows adds an airy feel to this renovated family room.
Large transitional open concept living room in Indianapolis with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and coffered.

Private Waterfront Residence on the Chester River

Purple Cherry Architects

Extensive custom millwork can be seen throughout the entire home, but especially in the living room.
This is an example of an expansive traditional formal open concept living room in Baltimore with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

GREAT ROOM

Sheila Rich Interiors, LLC

The mood and character of the great room in this open floor plan is beautifully and classically on display. The furniture, away from the walls, and the custom wool area rug add warmth. The soft, subtle draperies frame the windows and fill the volume of the 20' ceilings.

Northern MN Lakeside Home

Lenox House Design

A welcoming living room off the front foyer is anchored by a stone fireplace in a custom blend for the home owner. A limestone mantle and hearth provide great perching spaces for the homeowners and accessories. All furniture was custom designed by Lenox House Design for the Home Owners. The clock is antique and was a wedding gift from the wife's father. It was made in Excelsior, MN.

Classic Main Line Home

down2earth Interior Design, LLC.

The original wood paneling and coffered ceiling in the living room was gorgeous, but the hero of the room was the brass and glass light fixture that the previous owner installed. We created a seating area around it with comfy chairs perfectly placed for conversation. Being eco-minded in our approach, we love to re-use items whenever possible. The nesting tables and pale blue storage cabinet are from our client’s previous home, which we also had the privilege to decorate. We supplemented these existing pieces with a new rug, pillow and throw blanket to infuse the space with personality and link the colors of the room together.

Canongate Country Manor

JPOrleans Charlotte

An expansive two-story living room in Charlotte with oak floors, a gas fireplace, two-story windows, and a coffered ceiling.
This is an example of an expansive transitional open concept living room in Charlotte with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and coffered.

Interior House Painting

Lund Professional Painters

This is an example of a large transitional formal open concept living room in Seattle with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and coffered.

Lake Forest

Signature Innovations LLC

Every detail, from coffered ceilings to herringbone tiles in the fireplace, was carefully selected and crafted to evoke the feeling of an elegant French country home. Graceful arches frame the entryway to a formal sitting room with a lovely view of Lake Michigan nearby. Floor: 6-3/4” wide-plank Vintage French Oak Rustic Character Victorian Collection Tuscany edge light distressed color Provincial Satin Waterborne Poly. For more information please email us at: sales@signaturehardwoods.com

Pretty in Pink

Endless Ideas Interiors Inc.

Small traditional open concept living room in Toronto with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and coffered.

Kiawah Coastal Home

Margaret Donaldson Interiors

This is an example of a beach style formal living room in Charleston with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and coffered.

Jordan Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

Photo of a large beach style formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, coffered and planked wall panelling.

Kitchen Renovation Co.Louth

Hestia

Marble fireplace styled with eucalyptus, bespoke curved mirror design with brass trim and accessories
Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a corner tv, beige floor and coffered.

Stucco and Painted Brick Transitional Style

Wyrick Residential Design

Design ideas for a large transitional open concept living room in Houston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and coffered.

Living Room

Tim Barber Architects

Photo of a country formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and coffered.

A Classic Living Room and Pantry in Barrington, RI

Red House Design Build

A beautiful living room with coffered ceilings and cove lighting. Photography by Aaron Usher. Styling by Site Styling. Instagram @redhousedesignbuild
Photo of a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Providence with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and coffered.

Spanish Fork Home - Flooring and Tile

New View Design LLC

Design ideas for a transitional formal enclosed living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and coffered.

Hill Tide, Boca Grande

Jinx McDonald Interior Designs

Design ideas for a beach style open concept living room in Other with medium hardwood floors, brown floor, coffered and timber.

Virginia Beach Oceanfront Residence

Designs by Aaron Olson, Inc.

5,000 SF oceanfront home on the North End of Virginia Beach
This is an example of a large beach style open concept living room in Other with a stone fireplace surround, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Great Room

Trademark Homes

Design ideas for a contemporary open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and coffered.

Living Room Design Photos with Medium Hardwood Floors and Coffered

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.