Sopisticated Living in Coveted Tam O'Shanter

Photo of a transitional open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, cork floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

New house

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Remodeling
This is an example of a mid-sized formal enclosed living room in Dallas with grey walls, cork floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, grey floor, coffered and planked wall panelling.

Lake House Renovation

Housewright Construction Inc.

Housewright Construction had the pleasure of renovating this 1980's lake house in central NH. We stripped down the old tongue and grove pine, re-insulated, replaced all of the flooring, installed a custom stained wood ceiling, gutted the Kitchen and bathrooms and added a custom fireplace. Outside we installed new siding, replaced the windows, installed a new deck, screened in porch and farmers porch and outdoor shower. This lake house will be a family favorite for years to come!

Horseshoe Trail

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Studio Robert Jamieson
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Philadelphia with white walls, cork floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Гостиная для телепрограммы "Фазенда"

Анастасия Муравьева

фото Дениса Васильева
Design ideas for a contemporary enclosed living room in Moscow with white walls, cork floors, a metal fireplace surround, grey floor and a standard fireplace.

Mid Century Modern on Lake Samammish

Fradkin Fine Construction, Inc.

Lara Swimmer
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Seattle with black walls, cork floors, a hanging fireplace, no tv and beige floor.

Newport Beach Residence

Western Pacific Construction

Traditional enclosed living room in Orange County with a library, white walls, cork floors, a standard fireplace and no tv.

Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Living Room

Diane Plesset, CMKBD, NCIDQ, C.A.P.S.

Millgard windows and french doors provide balanced daylighting, with dimmable fluorescent trough lighting and LED fixtures provide fill and accent lighting. This living room illustrates Frank Lloyd Wright's influence, with rift-oak paneling on the walls and ceiling, accentuated by hemlock battens. Custom stepped crown moulding, stepped casing and basebards, and stepped accent lights on the brush-broom concrete columns convey the home's Art Deco style. Cork flooring was used throughout the home, over hydronic radiant heating.

Mid-Century Modern Home brought into the 21st Century.

Patricia B. Warren, AIA Warren Architecture, LLC

The simple lines of the new, linear gas fireplace offer a contrast to the textured walls of the original slump block.
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Phoenix with white walls, cork floors, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

White Cork Contemporary Living Room

Arcata ProFloor, Abbey Design Center

We installed white cork throughout this artist's contemporary home.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in Other with white walls, cork floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

New Modern House 1

HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles

Thermally treated Ash-clad bedroom wing passes through the living space at architectural stair - Architecture/Interiors: HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles - Construction Management: WERK | Building Modern - Photography: The Home Aesthetic

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Kutenkovs project

Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Novosibirsk with blue walls, cork floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Green Lake Remodel

SHED Architecture & Design

Inspiration for a large midcentury open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, no tv and cork floors.

Poverty Ridge | Living Room

AcV2 architecture

The living room takes advantage of the expansive views of the Black Hills. The house's southern exposure offers tremendous views of the canyon and plenty of warmth in winter. The design contrasts a beautiful, heavy timber frame and tongue-and-groove wood ceilings with modern details. Photo by Kim Lathe Photography

Traditional Living Room, Huntersville, North Carolina

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John Graham
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Charlotte with beige walls, cork floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Cork

Absolute Flooring

This is an example of a large scandinavian formal open concept living room in New York with white walls, cork floors and a wood stove.

Big Arm Lake House

Nunlist Enterprise, Inc.

Dana J Creative
Inspiration for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Other with a home bar, green walls, cork floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Living Room

Perme Photography

Inspiration for an expansive formal enclosed living room in Houston with cork floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and exposed beam.

Manhattan South Harlem Townhouse

Holly Williams Brittain Architect PLLC

Holly Williams Brittain
Design ideas for a scandinavian open concept living room in New York with white walls, cork floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

West Hills Mid-Century Modern Remodel

Angie Amato Wieland Architecture LLC

Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in Portland with white walls, cork floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor and wood walls.

All Fireplaces Living Room Design Photos with Cork 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.