William Short
Inspiration for a contemporary formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with concrete floors and a two-sided fireplace.

Flinders Ranch

Destination Living

The brief for this project was for the house to be at one with its surroundings. Integrating harmoniously into its coastal setting a focus for the house was to open it up to allow the light and sea breeze to breathe through the building. The first floor seems almost to levitate above the landscape by minimising the visual bulk of the ground floor through the use of cantilevers and extensive glazing. The contemporary lines and low lying form echo the rolling country in which it resides.

MARIBYRNONG RESIDENCE

URBOURNE ARCHITECTURE

This is an example of a large contemporary formal loft-style living room in Melbourne with concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Martis Camp - Modern Mountain Living

Crestwood Construction Inc.

This 4 bedroom (2 en suite), 4.5 bath home features vertical board–formed concrete expressed both outside and inside, complemented by exposed structural steel, Western Red Cedar siding, gray stucco, and hot rolled steel soffits. An outdoor patio features a covered dining area and fire pit. Hydronically heated with a supplemental forced air system; a see-through fireplace between dining and great room; Henrybuilt cabinetry throughout; and, a beautiful staircase by MILK Design (Chicago). The owner contributed to many interior design details, including tile selection and layout.

GUEMES ISLAND MODERN CABIN

H2D Architecture + Design

The three sided fireplace provides heat and ambiance to both the living and dining areas. Rustic barn wood is used as cladding in several of the rooms throughout the home. A 45' lift and slide door opens the great room to the deck and views of the Puget Sound. Architecture by: H2D Architecture + Design Photos by: Chad Coleman Photography

Taviawk

Imbue Design

Photo 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.

Dover Bay Residence 3

Sayler | Owens | Kerr design studio

Looking down from the mid-level entry, into the living room, the view and a little of the dining room. The dominant theme is the overwhelming strength of the steel beam work. The holes add a sense of whimsy, like aircraft hanger or art deco styling. The ceiling is lit by led strips on top of the steel beam grid. Photos by Dominque Verdier

Riggs Place Residence

Soler Architecture

The expansive living space, indoor/outdoor patio area and dining room are divided by an open central fireplace with a stone hearth and seating.
This is an example of a contemporary living room in Los Angeles with concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

BSK 10 der kleine Panorama-Kamin

User

Nennheizleistung 8 kW Ein klarer definierter, geometrischer Kaminkörper, der in jedem Raum zum Blickfang wird. Der BSK 10 läßt sich perfekt in den Wohnraum integrieren und bietet vollen Feuergenuss.

The Landing

Design Associates Architects

Aaron Kraft
Design ideas for a contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace and grey floor.

Open plan minimalist living space - Contemporary Barn Conversion in Wiltshire

Fowler Architecture & Planning

Large contemporary open concept living room in Wiltshire with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace and a freestanding tv.

Coombs, Culver City

Hamilton Architects

Peter Barnaby
This is an example of a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

CL Studio

Stephen Allen Photography

Stephen Allen
This is an example of a contemporary formal open concept living room in Orlando with concrete floors and a two-sided fireplace.

maple screen at great room

Moss Yaw Design studio

A custom maple slatted wall creates a sense of enclosure at the new great room, while still allowing for continuity and light at the living and dining areas. photo by Jimmy Cheng Photography

Mid-Century Makeover

Aleto Construction Group

An already gorgeous mid-century modern home gave a great base for starting this stunning project. The old lanai was in perfect condition with its screened in room and terrazzo floors. But, St. Louis being what it is, the room wasn’t getting as much use as it could. The homeowners had an idea to remove the interior walls that separated the main home and the lanai to create additional living space when they entertain or have a movie night as family. The exterior screens were taken out and replaced with new windows and screens to update the look and protect the room from outdoor elements. The old skylights were removed and replaced with 7 new skylights with solar shades to let the light in or block the suns warmth come summers’ heat. The interior doorways and walls were removed and replaced with structural beams and supports so that we could leave the space as open and airy as possible. Keeping the original flooring in both rooms we were able to insert new wood to seamlessly match the old in the spaces where walls once stood. The highlight of this home is the fireplace. We took a single fireplace and created a double-sided gas fireplace. Now the family can enjoy a warm fire from both sides of the house. .

Custom Luxury Home: Brighton

First Avenue Homes

Sam Martin - 4 Walls Media
This is an example of a large modern open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Hide & Seek House

INLITE

Architect: Bower Architecture // Photographer: Shannon McGrath // Featuring Inlite Cardan R downlights in black
Inspiration for a contemporary open concept living room in Other with grey walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and grey floor.

Taylor Creek Ranch

Upside Development

Upside Development completed an contemporary architectural transformation in Taylor Creek Ranch. Evolving from the belief that a beautiful home is more than just a very large home, this 1940’s bungalow was meticulously redesigned to entertain its next life. It's contemporary architecture is defined by the beautiful play of wood, brick, metal and stone elements. The flow interchanges all around the house between the dark black contrast of brick pillars and the live dynamic grain of the Canadian cedar facade. The multi level roof structure and wrapping canopies create the airy gloom similar to its neighbouring ravine.

Haus am Niederrhein

steinprinz fotodesign

Turck Architekten
Contemporary open concept living room in Dusseldorf with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and a music area.

Hedgestown

JEArchitecture

Corner Stove
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Dublin with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a concealed tv, grey floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

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.