This is a custom home that was designed and built by a super Tucson team. We remember walking on the dirt lot thinking of what would one day grow from the Tucson desert. We could not have been happier with the result. This home has a Southwest feel with a masculine transitional look. We used many regional materials and our custom millwork was mesquite. The home is warm, inviting, and relaxing. The interior furnishings are understated so as to not take away from the breathtaking desert views. The floors are stained and scored concrete and walls are a mixture of plaster and masonry. Christopher Bowden Photography http://christopherbowdenphotography.com/

Midcentury Living Room

This is an example of an expansive midcentury open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, green floor, exposed beam, wood, planked wall panelling, a plaster fireplace surround and no tv.

1931 Paradise Valley Adobe Restoration/Renovation

| SPIRAL ARCHITECTS |

The original ceiling, comprised of exposed wood deck and beams, was revealed after being concealed by a flat ceiling for many years. The beams and decking were bead blasted and refinished (the original finish being damaged by multiple layers of paint); the intact ceiling of another nearby Evans' home was used to confirm the stain color and technique. Architect: Gene Kniaz, Spiral Architects General Contractor: Linthicum Custom Builders Photo: Maureen Ryan Photography

79 Skybolt Road Valdora

Optam Building Group

Endeavour Lotteries
Design ideas for a contemporary formal open concept living room in Sunshine Coast with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and grey floor.

Gyrofocus

European Home

The Gyrofocus by Focus Fires is an award-winning design created by Focus creator Dominique Imbert in 1968. The fireplace floats above the ground and also spins 360 degrees.

Home Staging / Interior Design Farm Cove

Sojo Design Ltd

Stunning Lounge Setting, with magnificent outlook onto the water, streamlined flow from the indoors to the outdoors.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Auckland with grey walls, no tv, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Douceur de vivre à St-Raphaël

Bulles & Taille-crayon

This is an example of an expansive contemporary open concept living room in Nice with a library, beige walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Waveview, Topanga, CA

GLYNNdesignbuild

Paul Schefz
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

AN URBAN VILLA IN WEST DULWICH

Francesco Pierazzi Architects

While the hallway has an all white treatment for walls, doors and ceilings, in the Living Room darker surfaces and finishes are chosen to create an effect that is highly evocative of past centuries, linking new and old with a poetic approach. The dark grey concrete floor is a paired with traditional but luxurious Tadelakt Moroccan plaster, chose for its uneven and natural texture as well as beautiful earthy hues.

Cheap&crisp Loft in Isola | 60 MQ

studio falù

Marco Azzoni (foto) e Marta Meda (stylist)
Photo of a small contemporary open concept living room in Milan with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and grey floor.

Spanish Oaks || Furnishings || Austin, Texas || Great Room

Etch Design Group

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Austin with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Palm Springs Residence

User

Anchored by the homeowner’s 42-foot-long painting, the interiors of this Palm Springs residence were designed to showcase the owner’s art collection, and create functional spaces for daily living that can be easily adapted for large social gatherings. Referencing the environment and architecture in both form and material, the finishes and custom furnishings bring the interior to life. Alluding to the roofs that suspend over the building, the sofas seem to hover above the carpets while the knife-edge table top appears to float above a metal base. Bleached and cerused wood mimic the “desert effect” that would naturally occur in this environment, while the textiles on the sofa are the same shade as the rocks of the landscape. Monolithic concrete floors connect all of the spaces while concealing mechanical systems, and stone thresholds signal vertical level changes and exterior transitions. Large wall masses provide the optimal backdrop for the homeowner’s oversized art. The wall structures ground the interior, while the opposing expanses of glass frame the desert views. The location and use of operable doors and windows allows the house to naturally ventilate, reducing cooling loads. The furnishings create spaces in an architectural fashion. Designed and fabricated for flexibility, the pieces easily accommodate the owners’ large social gatherings. The dining table can be split into two and the sofas can be pushed out along the walls, opening the center of the space to entertain. The design of the interior spaces and furnishings seamlessly integrates the setting, architecture, artwork and spaces into a cohesive whole.

Calder Street House

Charles Maccora Design

This is an example of a mid-sized tropical open concept living room in Geelong with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, grey floor and vaulted.

Backyard House

SHED Architecture & Design

Design ideas for a large contemporary enclosed living room in Seattle with concrete floors, white walls, a standard fireplace, no tv, a plaster fireplace surround and grey floor.

Amantii Electric Fireplaces

Maple Mountain Fireplaces

This is an example of a large modern formal loft-style living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, concrete floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and no tv.

Urban-Modern Courtyard Retreat

Val Glitsch, Architect

The client selected me as her architect after she had visited my earlier projects. She knew I would design a house with her that maximized the site's amenities: beautiful mature oaks and natural light and would allow the house to sit comfortably in its urban setting while giving her both privacy and tranquility. Paul Hester, Photographer

Mill Valley Residence

Edmonds + Lee Architects

Bruce Damonte
This is an example of a modern open concept living room in San Francisco with a corner fireplace, a library, white walls, concrete floors, a plaster fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

Bellevue Mid-Modern

Lane Williams Architects

An open plan unites the living room, dining room, and kitchen. Large sliding doors conceal the den and playroom. Photo by Lara Swimmer
Large midcentury open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Ojai Modern Garage Conversion into Guesthouse/ ADU

Sol Haus Design

The studio has an open plan layout with natural light filtering the space with skylights and french doors to the outside. The bedroom is open to the living area with sliding barn doors. There's plenty of storage above bedroom loft.

Courtnell Street, W2

Domus Nova

Orange gives this neutral palette an injection of colour creating warmth amongst the neutral palette with the sofa itself breaking up the clean lines of the surrounding materials.

Living Room Design Photos with Concrete Floors and a Plaster Fireplace Surround

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.