contemporary home design for a modern family with young children offering a chic but laid back, warm atmosphere.
Design ideas for a large midcentury open concept living room in New York with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, no tv, grey floor and vaulted.

Park City Modern

Williams Metcalf Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a hanging fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, grey floor, wood and wood walls.

Summerland Scandinavian

NIDO.

Mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and vaulted.

Casa H

Estudio Hús - Arquitectura e interiorismo

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary loft-style living room in Madrid with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, grey floor, exposed beam, vaulted and a library.

LIVING ROOM | Concrete Flooring, Vintage Armchairs & Gallery Wall

Studio Mônty

Midcentury Modern armchairs sit on concrete flooring, providing comfortable seating around a classic G-Plan coffee table. The modern art gallery wall provides a fun and colourful backdrop to the space.

Paris - Tiny House Wabi-sabi sur les toits de Paris

Projet Wabi-sabi

Projet de Tiny House sur les toits de Paris, avec 17m² pour 4 !
This is an example of a small asian loft-style living room in Paris with a library, concrete floors, white floor, wood and wood walls.

かほく市の家

株式会社スイベル

Design ideas for a scandinavian living room in Other with blue walls, concrete floors, a wood stove, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, wood and wallpaper.

Snowmass

lisa schmitz interior design

This is an example of a contemporary open concept living room in Kansas City with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, blue floor and wood.

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.

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.

Hill Country Modern Farmhouse

Bohannon Design Team

The living room features a crisp, painted brick fireplace and transom windows for maximum light and view. The vaulted ceiling elevates the space, with symmetrical halls opening off to bedroom areas. Rear doors open out to the patio.

Japandi Home

SDA Architects

After the second fallout of the Delta Variant amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic in mid 2021, our team working from home, and our client in quarantine, SDA Architects conceived Japandi Home. The initial brief for the renovation of this pool house was for its interior to have an "immediate sense of serenity" that roused the feeling of being peaceful. Influenced by loneliness and angst during quarantine, SDA Architects explored themes of escapism and empathy which led to a “Japandi” style concept design – the nexus between “Scandinavian functionality” and “Japanese rustic minimalism” to invoke feelings of “art, nature and simplicity.” This merging of styles forms the perfect amalgamation of both function and form, centred on clean lines, bright spaces and light colours. Grounded by its emotional weight, poetic lyricism, and relaxed atmosphere; Japandi Home aesthetics focus on simplicity, natural elements, and comfort; minimalism that is both aesthetically pleasing yet highly functional. Japandi Home places special emphasis on sustainability through use of raw furnishings and a rejection of the one-time-use culture we have embraced for numerous decades. A plethora of natural materials, muted colours, clean lines and minimal, yet-well-curated furnishings have been employed to showcase beautiful craftsmanship – quality handmade pieces over quantitative throwaway items. A neutral colour palette compliments the soft and hard furnishings within, allowing the timeless pieces to breath and speak for themselves. These calming, tranquil and peaceful colours have been chosen so when accent colours are incorporated, they are done so in a meaningful yet subtle way. Japandi home isn’t sparse – it’s intentional. The integrated storage throughout – from the kitchen, to dining buffet, linen cupboard, window seat, entertainment unit, bed ensemble and walk-in wardrobe are key to reducing clutter and maintaining the zen-like sense of calm created by these clean lines and open spaces. The Scandinavian concept of “hygge” refers to the idea that ones home is your cosy sanctuary. Similarly, this ideology has been fused with the Japanese notion of “wabi-sabi”; the idea that there is beauty in imperfection. Hence, the marriage of these design styles is both founded on minimalism and comfort; easy-going yet sophisticated. Conversely, whilst Japanese styles can be considered “sleek” and Scandinavian, “rustic”, the richness of the Japanese neutral colour palette aids in preventing the stark, crisp palette of Scandinavian styles from feeling cold and clinical. Japandi Home’s introspective essence can ultimately be considered quite timely for the pandemic and was the quintessential lockdown project our team needed.

Casa H

Estudio Hús - Arquitectura e interiorismo

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary loft-style living room in Madrid with white walls, concrete floors, white floor, exposed beam and a library.

The Black Barn

Laney LA, Inc.

The interior of the home is polar opposite of the exterior. The double-heigh volume is flooded with light, highlighting the bright upper mass and more complex living surfaces below.

Loft à Lyon

Régis LANNOY

pièce à vivre de 100m2 donnant sur un jardin créé à l'occasion du projet
Design ideas for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Lyon with white walls, concrete floors, no tv, beige floor and wood.

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.

Not Your Grandfather's Barn! A Modern Pole Barn House in Lauderdale Lake Area

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

This 2,500 square-foot home, combines the an industrial-meets-contemporary gives its owners the perfect place to enjoy their rustic 30- acre property. Its multi-level rectangular shape is covered with corrugated red, black, and gray metal, which is low-maintenance and adds to the industrial feel. Encased in the metal exterior, are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and an aging-in-place suite that is made for the in-laws. This home also boasts two garage doors that open up to a sunroom that brings our clients close nature in the comfort of their own home. The flooring is polished concrete and the fireplaces are metal. Still, a warm aesthetic abounds with mixed textures of hand-scraped woodwork and quartz and spectacular granite counters. Clean, straight lines, rows of windows, soaring ceilings, and sleek design elements form a one-of-a-kind, 2,500 square-foot home

Lotus on Orange

Josh Wynne Construction

Ryan Gamma Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Other with concrete floors, white walls, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and coffered.

Big Fir Vineyard

Prentiss Balance Wickline Architects

Custom tinted Milestone walls and concrete floors bring back the earthy colors of the site; a woodburning fireplace provides extra cozy atmosphere. Photography: Andrew Pogue Photography.

Castagneto Carducci country villa

Marco Carlini Architetto

the old stables are now an open plan living dining and kitchen
Photo of a country living room in Other with concrete floors, beige floor and vaulted.

All Ceiling Designs Living Room Design Photos with Concrete Floors

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.