The perfect living room set up for everyday living and hosting friends and family. The soothing color pallet of ivory, beige, and biscuit exuberates the sense of cozy and warmth. The larger than life glass window openings overlooking the garden and swimming pool view allows sunshine flooding through the space and makes for the perfect evening sunset view. The long passage with an earthy veneer ceiling design leads the way to all the spaces of the home. The wall paneling design with diffused LED strips lights makes for the perfect ambient lighting set for a cozy movie night.

Midwest Mediterranean

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Oak Wood Floors by Shaw, Exploration in Voyage
Photo of a mediterranean formal living room with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, coffered, planked wall panelling and a standard fireplace.

Boutique Hotel

Group D Architects

This project is a refurbishment of a listed building, and conversion from office use to boutique hotel. A challenging scheme which requires careful consideration of an existing heritage asset while introducing a contemporary feel and aesthetic. As a former council owned office building, Group D assisted the developer in their bid to acquire the building and the project is ongoing with the target of opening in late 2023.

Lounge Area

Silver Construction Corporation

Wood Chandelier, 20’ sliding glass wall, poured concrete walls
Large contemporary open concept living room in Phoenix with grey walls, concrete floors, a hanging fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Traditional Modern Living Area with Stacked Stone Fireplace

ULFBUILT

The wood, twigs, and stone elements complete the modern rustic design of the living room. Bringing the earthy elements inside creates a relaxing atmosphere while entertaining guests or just spending a lazy day in the living room. Built by ULFBUILT, a general contractor in Vail CO.

Weir Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

This is an example of a large transitional open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, coffered and planked wall panelling.

Living Room | Project Bulimba

desculpto

In this parallel view of the living room, the essence of calm sophistication prevails. The Mid 19th Century Louis XV Style Calacatta Viola marble fireplace mantel and sculptural 'Triple Block' Model #185 Sconce in the Manner of Pierre Chareau continue to grace the space, infusing it with timeless elegance.

Dean Dr 2-2021

Leigh Newport Staged by Design®

A soaring two story ceiling and contemporary double sided fireplace already make us drool. The vertical use of the tile on the chimney draws the eye up. We added plenty of seating making this the perfect spot for entertaining.

Italian Masterpiece Living Room

Fratantoni Interior Designers

This Italian Masterpiece features a beautifully decorated living room with neutral tones. A beige sectional sofa sits in the center facing the built-in fireplace. A crystal chandelier hangs from the custom coffered ceiling.

Custom Cabinets - KH Project

ADU Masters

Large midcentury open concept living room in San Diego with white walls, carpet, a built-in media wall, grey floor and coffered.

2019 Fall Parade of Homes - Dream Home

Zawadski Homes Inc.

Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and coffered.

Custom Entertainment Built In

Design and Remodeling Solutions

This is an example of a modern living room in Tampa with beige walls, a wall-mounted tv, coffered and brown floor.

Southside Residence

Studio Architects

Inspiration for a small traditional open concept living room in Other with yellow walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in media wall 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

Needham Home

Henley Design

transitional living room
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Boston with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Ranch Pass Residence

DK Studio

The Ranch Pass Project consisted of architectural design services for a new home of around 3,400 square feet. The design of the new house includes four bedrooms, one office, a living room, dining room, kitchen, scullery, laundry/mud room, upstairs children’s playroom and a three-car garage, including the design of built-in cabinets throughout. The design style is traditional with Northeast turn-of-the-century architectural elements and a white brick exterior. Design challenges encountered with this project included working with a flood plain encroachment in the property as well as situating the house appropriately in relation to the street and everyday use of the site. The design solution was to site the home to the east of the property, to allow easy vehicle access, views of the site and minimal tree disturbance while accommodating the flood plain accordingly.

Projet AZUR

Maurine Bellier - Architecte d’intérieur

La rénovation de cet appartement familial en bord de mer fût un beau challenge relevé en 8 mois seulement ! L'enjeu était d'offrir un bon coup de frais et plus de fonctionnalité à cet intérieur restés dans les années 70. Adieu les carrelages colorées, tapisseries et petites pièces cloisonnés. Nous avons revus entièrement le plan en ajoutant à ce T2 un coin nuit supplémentaire et une belle pièce de vie donnant directement sur la terrasse : idéal pour les vacances !

Appartement Dubouchage - Salon

Ludily

Dans ce grand appartement de 105 m2, les fonctions étaient mal réparties. Notre intervention a permis de recréer l’ensemble des espaces, avec une entrée qui distribue l’ensemble des pièces de l’appartement. Dans la continuité de l’entrée, nous avons placé un WC invité ainsi que la salle de bain comprenant une buanderie, une double douche et un WC plus intime. Nous souhaitions accentuer la lumière naturelle grâce à une palette de blanc. Le marbre et les cabochons noirs amènent du contraste à l’ensemble. L’ancienne cuisine a été déplacée dans le séjour afin qu’elle soit de nouveau au centre de la vie de famille, laissant place à un grand bureau, bibliothèque. Le double séjour a été transformé pour en faire une seule pièce composée d’un séjour et d’une cuisine. La table à manger se trouvant entre la cuisine et le séjour. La nouvelle chambre parentale a été rétrécie au profit du dressing parental. La tête de lit a été dessinée d’un vert foret pour contraster avec le lit et jouir de ses ondes. Le parquet en chêne massif bâton rompu existant a été restauré tout en gardant certaines cicatrices qui apporte caractère et chaleur à l’appartement. Dans la salle de bain, la céramique traditionnelle dialogue avec du marbre de Carare C au sol pour une ambiance à la fois douce et lumineuse.

The Skyland Project

featherlane design co.

Transitional open concept living room in Atlanta with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, coffered and planked wall panelling.

Nantucket Residence

Bloomsbury Designs

Inspiration for a large transitional formal enclosed living room in Boston with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and coffered.

Living Room Design Photos with 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.