Mid-sized open concept living room in Moscow with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, timber and brick walls.

Photo of a large transitional open concept living room in Vancouver with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, timber and panelled walls.

Grassy Creek Craftsman

Sky House Company

This is an example of a formal open concept living room in Charlotte with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and timber.

West Montrose Project | Home Renovation

Madu Interiors

Our West Montrose project features a living room, master bathroom, and kid's bathroom renovation. We refreshed this living space by updating the windows to flank a new feature fireplace that is designed in a classic style with a plaster finish. We covered the vaulted ceiling with shiplap to bring in some character and warmth to the large space and hung an oversized traditional style chandelier.

Rez-de -Chaussée transitionnel

Sylvie Caron Design Inc.

Sylvie Caron Design Rébéka Richard Photographe
Design ideas for a large transitional formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, grey floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

The Rock

SDA Architects

Inspiration for an expansive traditional formal enclosed living room in Sydney with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, timber and brick walls.

South Bay: Los Gatos Renovation | Golf Links Luxe

Design Matters

This Gentleman's Room boasts handsome style with rich textures such as velvets, warm woods, and leather, giving that inviting and cozy feeling. The darker tones and surround of rich gold and black wallcovering immediately gives that cocooning and luxurious feel. Mixing classic and contemporary elements brings interest. This wallpaper acts as an anchor for this scheme. )Phillip Jeffries, RIVETS-GOLD ON BLACK GLAZED ABACA).

爽やかに風が抜ける、ヴィンテージ&スタイリッシュな住まい

納得住宅工房株式会社

爽やさの中にどことなくビンテージ感が漂うおしゃれなリビング。アンティーク調の無垢の床、木を施したアクセントウォールが上質な重厚感を与えています。
Open concept living room in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Carter

PurezaWood

Open living room with custom wide plank flooring, large windows and custom fan.
Photo of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Chicago with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, timber and wallpaper.

West Montrose Project | Home Renovation

Madu Interiors

Rez-de -Chaussée transitionnel

Sylvie Caron Design Inc.

Sylvie Caron Design Rébéka Richard Photographe
Photo of a large transitional formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, grey floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Simple Yet Elegant Looking Kitchen Renovation

Demand&Deliver Ltd

This living room showcases a blend of traditional and elegant aesthetics, featuring dark wood floors that add a touch of sophistication. The presence of a standard fireplace provides a classic focal point, while a glass door enhances the space with a connection to the outdoors, offering a picturesque view. The combination of traditional elements and elegant details creates a warm and inviting ambiance in this well-appointed living area.

石と木の家

アーキテクチャーリンクライフ株式会社

廊下からリビングを望む
Mid-sized enclosed living room in Kyoto with a home bar, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv, brown floor and timber.

深沢のいえ

アトリエウィ/宇佐美愛建築設計事務所

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Tokyo with a library, white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

ツーバイシェル／商業地の喧騒から切り離された異界としての住処

野口修＋DAT／都市環境研究室

最上階リビングの内観−２。室内採光は、併設するサンルームと階段およびリビング内のガラス天井から取り込む
Inspiration for a small contemporary open concept living room in Tokyo with a home bar, yellow walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv, brown floor and timber.

Canton, Massachusetts

Hasan's Rugs

This is an example of a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Boston with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor, timber and wood walls.

Santa Monica

Portia Designs

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Los Angeles with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, timber and decorative wall panelling.

Ryan

Remodel Worxs & Home Services LLC

This remodel was a two story remodel with are HVAC department getting involved for the zoning of the Heating and cooling system and tankless hot water heater and all the gas piping.

OUTER LIVING HOUSE

アトリエスクエア1級建築士事務所

和室　掘りこたつ撮影　岡本公二
Photo of a small modern open concept living room in Fukuoka with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, beige floor and timber.

Assure Thing

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

Design ideas for a large transitional open concept living room in Vancouver with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, timber and panelled walls.

Living Room Design Photos with Dark Hardwood Floors and Timber

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.