Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and grey floor.

Contemporary Living Room

Mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Seattle with a two-sided fireplace, no tv, concrete floors, a concrete fireplace surround and black floor.

Lawrence St Residence

Design Platform

James Florio & Kyle Duetmeyer
Mid-sized industrial open concept living room in Denver with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and grey floor.

Modern Beach House

Nima Design LLC

SGM Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary open concept living room in New York with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Bee Cave New Build

Laura Burton Interiors

An Indoor Lady
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Austin with grey walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and a tile fireplace surround.

Mountain Modern

Pearson Design Group

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary open concept living room in Other with beige walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Old Town Road

Best Builders ltd

Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Vancouver with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, grey floor and exposed beam.

Park Place

Vertical Arts Architecture

Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in Denver with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and grey floor.

Big Horn Residence

Frog Rock Design, LLP - Residential Architecture

Photo of a small scandinavian open concept living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Marthas Vineyard Modern Home Design

Studio North

Inspiration for a small midcentury open concept living room in Boston with concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, beige floor and wood.

Mansion in Amsterdam

ijzersterk interieurontwerp

Photo of a contemporary open concept living room in Amsterdam with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, grey floor, no tv and exposed beam.

Glen Ellen Residence

Knock Architecture and Design

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in San Francisco with concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, grey floor, wood and wood walls.

GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Point Dume Residence

Griffin Enright Architects

A view of a custom ceiling lightbox, with recessed custom light slots.
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Los Angeles with concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Zinc House- Family Room

dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA

Tony Soluri
Inspiration for a large contemporary enclosed living room in Chicago with concrete floors, white walls, a two-sided fireplace, grey floor and a concealed tv.

Wilson Renovation

Howells Architecture + Design

Expansive contemporary open concept living room in Portland with concrete floors and a two-sided fireplace.

great room with maple screen divider

Moss Yaw Design studio

a maple slatted screen provides privacy and texture to the open living space, separating it from the formal dining room and adjacent hall
This is an example of an expansive contemporary formal open concept living room in Orange County with a wall-mounted tv, white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Taviawk

Imbue Design

This is an example of an open concept living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, grey floor and wood.

Cornwall Farmhouse

TruexCullins Architecture + Interior Design

Country loft-style living room in Burlington with concrete floors and a two-sided fireplace.

Rex Lottery House

DBGC Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury formal enclosed living room in Los Angeles with white walls, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, concrete floors and beige floor.

Santaluz

Niche Modern

A grouping of several signature Niche pendants hangs in the living room. The cluster includes a Stamen and Turret pendant in Amber glass, an Aurora and Oculo pendant in Crystal glass, a Solitaire pendant in Smoke glass, a Pod and Pharos pendant in Gray glass, and a Minaret pendant in Chocolate glass. The rich colors of our luxurious glass bring added warmth to the interior, balancing the concrete and porcelain tile floor. The pendants complement the bamboo ceiling from which they hang, the double-sided quartzite fireplace, and the violet and gold tones featured throughout the space.

Living Room Design Photos with Concrete Floors and a Two-sided Fireplace

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.