In the corner, featured are amazing, contemporary style bar stools by Midj. This brings another aspect of entertaining guests to the room. It the perfect space for hosting, and socializing!

Interior Design Inspiration

Hammer Design Build Remodel

Photo of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in DC Metro with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Dining and Living Room

Arch Studio, Inc.

Robin McCarthy, Architect and Mark Pinkerton Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in San Francisco with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and no tv.

Danville Residence

Eluminations

Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and no tv.

Fireplace: A Piece Of Art

Martha Franco Architecture & Design

Large contemporary formal open concept living room in Montreal with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a metal fireplace surround.

Fireplace by Maxwell Contemporary Fireplaces

Fireplace by Maxwell

Marquis Grande Infinite
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern formal enclosed living room in Vancouver with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and no tv.

Ironwood Estate Redux

Kendle Design Collaborative

Photography by Illya
Mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Phoenix with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace, dark hardwood floors, a plaster fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

house A

Amitzi Architects

Photo of a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Tel Aviv with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Harpes Road

The Homeworks

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in Oxfordshire with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Fireplace

Johnston Design Group

Kevin Meechan - Meechan Photography
Inspiration for a large formal open concept living room in Other with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Tuscan Tradition

Fred Parker Company, Inc.

The elegant living area is fit for large entertaining or a sitting comfortably around the fireplace. It has a beautiful view of the outdoor swimming pool and is open to the Entry, Kitchen, and Dining Room. Distressed exposed beams and hand scraped hickory wood floors run through these areas tying everything together beautifully. Inlaid tile arches with wood and marble flooring define the space in a very special way. The clients worked with the collaborative efforts of builders Ron and Fred Parker, architect Don Wheaton, and interior designer Robin Froesche to create this incredible home.

High Fashion Penthouse

Kalu Interiors

Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept living room in Vancouver with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Lake Oswego Family Room/Dining Room/Kitchen Reno

Jared Bumgarner Photography

An interior design photo shoot I shot for Kami Gray Interiors (www.kamigrayinteriors.com)
Design ideas for a transitional living room in Portland with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Cooking in Style; Exquisite Modern French Kitchen and Main Floor Renovation

Dependable Renovations Ltd

Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Calgary with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Expansive Hand blown Glass Chandelier

Inde Kitchen Remodelers

This is an example of a large transitional formal open concept living room in New York with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Broadleaf Crescent Project

LB Design

Ryan Fung Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Toronto with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and a ribbon fireplace.

Anchor Bend

Artistic Interior Design/Amy N. Lee, ASID

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in Charlotte with a home bar, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and no tv.

Downtown Loft

West End Interiors

This is an example of a contemporary open concept living room in New York with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Private Residence

Scott Landon – Modern Antique Store

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Vancouver with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Fireplace Remodeling in Plano TX

Home Platinum Services LLC

Large modern open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Living Room Design Photos with Dark Hardwood Floors and a Ribbon 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.