This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Warm Hearth Room

Design Concepts by HBWAS

Photo of a mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in Other with a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, a ribbon fireplace, white walls, dark hardwood floors and a stone fireplace surround.

Peregrine Lane

Rimrock Builders Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Other with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Perry Park Residence and Equestrian Facility Sitting Room

Vertical Arts Architecture

Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Denver with a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Trisore 140 MKII

European Home

The Trisore by Element4 is a three-sided bay fireplace and comes in 3 sizes: the 95, the 100H, and the 140 (as seen here). Design options are endless. Here the hearth goes organic modern with the combination of wood and concrete.

Transitional Mountain Home

Tribus Interior Design

Photo of a transitional living room in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, brown floor and a home bar.

West Town Home

User

Brad Meese
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Chicago with a tile fireplace surround, a ribbon fireplace, beige walls, dark hardwood floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Bonita Springs Beach House

design styles architecture

Situated on a double-lot of beach front property, this 5600 SF home is a beautiful example of seaside architectural detailing and luxury. The home is actually more than 15,000 SF when including all of the outdoor spaces and balconies. Spread across its 4 levels are 5 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, his and her office, gym, living, dining, & family rooms. It is all topped off with a large deck with wet bar on the top floor for watching the sunsets. It also includes garage space for 6 vehicles, a beach access garage for water sports equipment, and over 1000 SF of additional storage space. The home is equipped with integrated smart-home technology to control lighting, air conditioning, security systems, entertainment and multimedia, and is backed up by a whole house generator.

830 Leyden Street - Denver, Colorado - Contemporary Home Staging

White Orchid Interiors

Inspiration for a large contemporary enclosed living room in Denver with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Lowel Level Remodel

Taylor Design Studio

David Berlekamp
Inspiration for a transitional living room in Cleveland with dark hardwood floors and a ribbon fireplace.

Gas Fireplaces

Woodstove & Fireplace Shop

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in Boston with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Valor - L1 Linear

Classic Fireplace and BBQ Store

Photo of a large modern formal open concept living room in Toronto with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concealed tv and a metal fireplace surround.

Westport Beach House

Bensonwood

Stacy Bass Photography
Photo of a mid-sized beach style formal enclosed living room in New York with grey walls, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Mid-Century Remodel

David Henig, Architect

Eric Rorer
Mid-sized midcentury formal enclosed living room in San Francisco with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, no tv and a concrete fireplace surround.

Westbourne Grove

Lex McMillan Architects Ltd

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in London with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Living Room Spaces

Schulte Design

Jessie Preza
Design ideas for a transitional living room in Jacksonville with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Burnell Street, Nantucket, MA

Christopher's Home Furnishings of Nantucket, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style living room in Boston with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Modern Stone Accent Wall

Eldorado Stone

This residence boasts many amazing features, but one that stands out in specific is the dual sided fireplace clad in Eldorado Stone’s Black River Stacked Stone. Adding stone to the fireplace automatically creates a dramatic focal point and compliments the interior decor by mixing natural and artificial elements, contrasting colors, as well as incorporating a variety of textures. By weaving in stone as architectural accents throughout the the home, the interior and the exterior seamlessly flow into one another and the project as a whole becomes an architectural masterpiece. Designer: Contour Interior Design, LLC Website: www.contourinteriordesign.com Builder: Capital Builders Website: www.capitalbuildreshouston.com Eldorado Stone Profile Featured: Black River Stacked Stone installed with a Dry-Stack grout technique

3354 Mission Flat

Martine Paquin Design

Lucas Fladzinski
Design ideas for a contemporary open concept living room in San Francisco with a ribbon fireplace, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a tile fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Lakeshore Estates 9 Family Room

John Buchan Homes

John Buchan Homes
Photo of a large transitional open concept living room in Seattle with beige walls, a wall-mounted tv, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

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.