Photo of a large modern open concept living room in Portland with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Neighborhood Charm

Anchor Builders

This remodel went from a tiny story-and-a-half Cape Cod, to a charming full two-story home. The front living room features custom media built-ins, and a TV mounted above the beautiful slate surround fireplace. Space Plans, Building Design, Interior & Exterior Finishes by Anchor Builders. Photography by Alyssa Lee Photography.

La Vista Dr #2- Dallas

Montgomery Custom Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Dallas with beige walls, a standard fireplace, no tv, dark hardwood floors and a tile fireplace surround.

Pasadena Showcase House 2014

Lilywork Artisan Tile

Design ideas for an arts and crafts open concept living room in Los Angeles with dark hardwood floors and a tile fireplace surround.

Modern Marble Fireplace

Ember Fireplaces

This modern renovation creates a focal point for a cool and modern living room with a linear fireplace surrounded by a wall of wood grain granite. The TV nook is recessed for safety and to create a flush plane for the stone and television. The firebox is enhanced with black enamel panels as well as driftwood and crystal media. The stainless steel surround matches the mixed metal accents of the furnishings.

Open Plan Living/Dining

De Mattei Construction

Large sliding glass door opens onto an attached deck to maximize indoor-outdoor living. Photographer: Tyler Chartier
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

Job #7943

Cherry City Interiors & Design

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Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Portland with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and no tv.

LAWSON WEST VANCOUVER

Janet Scagel Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Vancouver with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and a standard fireplace.

Colorful Coronado Beach Cottage

Brittney Nielsen Interior Design

This is an example of a beach style living room in San Diego with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Living Room

Design ideas for a small modern open concept living room in Toronto with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Beautiful Built-Ins

Castleman Carpentry, LLC

Built-in white cabinetry and shelves added to an existing fireplace to create a transitional style for this living room
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in DC Metro with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Contemporary Elegance

The Couture Haus Interior Design

Modern Living room
Design ideas for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Raleigh with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and coffered.

Mt Pleasant | New Construction | More than Kitchens

Southeast Kitchens

This is an example of a large mediterranean formal open concept living room in Charleston with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Aqua Project

Joyce Keeney Design

Photo of a large beach style enclosed living room in Charleston with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Harmony Hall Ct. Interior Remodel

Streamline Construction

Inspiration for a transitional enclosed living room in Orange County with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.

Transitional Living Room

Transitional living room in Boston with green walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Modern High Ranch

Ward 5 Design

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury loft-style living room in New York with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Somerset - Transitional Living and Family Rooms

In the Deets

A transitional living space filled with natural light, contemporary furnishings with blue accent accessories. The focal point in the room features a custom fireplace with a marble, herringbone tile surround, marble hearth, custom white built-ins with floating shelves. Photo by Exceptional Frames.

Twisted Oak

328 Design Group

Chayce Lanphear
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Denver with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

2017 OMAHA SPRING PARADE OF HOMES

Lee Douglas Interiors

Inspiration for a transitional living room in Omaha with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.

Living Room Design Photos with Dark Hardwood Floors and a Tile Fireplace Surround

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.