Axiom Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Melbourne with a library, white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a concealed tv and grey floor.

Raumteiler als Regal und Schrankwand

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Whg. 7.13: Blick auf den Raumteiler, der den Wohnbereich vom Arbeitsbereich trennt @ Erik - Jan Ouwerkerk
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Berlin with a library, concrete floors, white walls, no fireplace and no tv.

Spring

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Photo of a mid-sized industrial loft-style living room in Other with multi-coloured walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a concealed tv, grey floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

Design Projects

Anderson Carpet & Home Limited

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Toronto with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Bucktown

Elizabeth Stamos Design

Eric Hausman
Design ideas for a large industrial formal open concept living room in Chicago with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, no tv and grey floor.

grauer Spachtelboden im Wohnzimmer

EINWANDFREI o HG

Joachim Rieger Fotograf
Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in Cologne with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and no fireplace.

Downtown Dallas Loft

Haus of Sabo

Located in the heart of Downtown Dallas this once Interurban Transit station for the DFW area no serves as an urban dwelling. The historic building is filled with character and individuality which was a need for the interior design with decoration and furniture. Inspired by the 1930’s this loft is a center of social gatherings. Location: Downtown, Dallas, Texas | Designer: Haus of Sabo | Completions: 2021

Appartement avec terrasse

Juliette Breton

Appartement contemporain et épuré. Une bibliothèque a été dessinée sur mesure en valchromat, un matériau bio, et peinte en bicolore. La bibliothèque intègre des niches fermées avec un système touche-lâche. Mobilier scandinave an matériaux naturels. La crédence et la bande au sol sont en carreaux de ciment. Le reste du sol est en béton ciré. Une étagère sur mesure a été dessinée dans la cuisine afin d'accueillir des végétaux.

Formentera

Masol

Fotografía: masfotogenica fotografia
Mid-sized eclectic formal open concept living room in Other with concrete floors, no fireplace and grey walls.

Yellow Book

SANCAL

Sillón JAZZ Cojín CAIRO
This is an example of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Era of Everything

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In many of his settings, Jeff Lewis demonstrates a knack for mixing present and past. He puts an antique-chic spin on this Downtown LA loft by incorporating period designs like our button-tufted Rutherford sofa, classic wingback and spindle accent chairs and old world-style occasional tables, which feature carved baluster posts and a rustic barnwood finish.

Camden Lofts Residence

Croma Design Inc.

Industrial urban loft space softened with a monochromatic colour scheme and subtle textures
Mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in Toronto with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, no tv and grey floor.

Fort Greene Townhouse

Matter of Architecture

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in New York with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and grey floor.

Living Room

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Mid-sized industrial formal open concept living room in Tampa with grey walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, no tv and grey floor.

Thornbury Studio 1

Windiate Architects

Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall and grey floor.

Silverlake Boho Loft

Breeze Giannasio Interiors

Photo of a large eclectic formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Newport Beach MidCentury Modern Home

Anthology Interiors

Beautiful, expansive Midcentury Modern family home located in Dover Shores, Newport Beach, California. This home was gutted to the studs, opened up to take advantage of its gorgeous views and designed for a family with young children. Every effort was taken to preserve the home's integral Midcentury Modern bones while adding the most functional and elegant modern amenities. Photos: David Cairns, The OC Image

CuHo

La Reina Obrera - Arquitectura e Interiorismo

Vista del salón y la cocina desde el exterior. En esta fotografía se aprecia que todavía no se había ejecutado la zona con pérgola.
Large industrial open concept living room in Madrid with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, no tv and grey floor.

Barndominium

Staging Spaces

This large open floor plan features a sizable area for a common living space. The Stages Spaces team used a variety of modern swivel style and rounded back occasional chairs to achieve a "space within a space". A variety of materials and textures allows for this look to be diverse yet cohesive.

Luxury Home, La Misere, Seychelles

Studio Ageli

From the very first site visit the vision has been to capture the magnificent view and find ways to frame, surprise and combine it with movement through the building. This has been achieved in a Picturesque way by tantalising and choreographing the viewer’s experience. The public-facing facade is muted with simple rendered panels, large overhanging roofs and a single point of entry, taking inspiration from Katsura Palace in Kyoto, Japan. Upon entering the cavernous and womb-like space the eye is drawn to a framed view of the Indian Ocean while the stair draws one down into the main house. Below, the panoramic vista opens up, book-ended by granitic cliffs, capped with lush tropical forests. At the lower living level, the boundary between interior and veranda blur and the infinity pool seemingly flows into the ocean. Behind the stair, half a level up, the private sleeping quarters are concealed from view. Upstairs at entrance level, is a guest bedroom with en-suite bathroom, laundry, storage room and double garage. In addition, the family play-room on this level enjoys superb views in all directions towards the ocean and back into the house via an internal window. In contrast, the annex is on one level, though it retains all the charm and rigour of its bigger sibling. Internally, the colour and material scheme is minimalist with painted concrete and render forming the backdrop to the occasional, understated touches of steel, timber panelling and terrazzo. Externally, the facade starts as a rusticated rougher render base, becoming refined as it ascends the building. The composition of aluminium windows gives an overall impression of elegance, proportion and beauty. Both internally and externally, the structure is exposed and celebrated.

Living Room Design Photos with Concrete Floors and No 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.