The mood and character of the great room in this open floor plan is beautifully and classically on display. The furniture, away from the walls, and the custom wool area rug add warmth. The soft, subtle draperies frame the windows and fill the volume of the 20' ceilings.

Marina del Rey

Rande Leaman Interior Design

This expansive living room is very European in feel, with tall ceilings and a mixture of antique pieces and contemporary furniture and art. The curved blue velvet sofas surround a large marble coffee table with highly collectable Art Deco Halabala chairs completing the mix.

Needham Home

Henley Design

transitional living room
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Boston with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Norman Park Project - Styled for Queenslander Homes Photoshoot

Little White Label

A stunning open-plan Hamptons-style living room and kitchen.
Design ideas for a large open concept living room in Brisbane with white walls, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

HOUSE IN KENSINGTON

STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS

Inspiration for a large traditional formal enclosed living room in London with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

The Custom Tudor at Manor Park

Mitchell & Best Homes

Large traditional enclosed living room in DC Metro with a home bar, a stone fireplace surround, coffered, no tv, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, multi-coloured floor and decorative wall panelling.

Apriti sesamo

Ghostarchitects

Photo of a large traditional formal living room in Milan with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, beige floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Fresh Hamptons Inspired

Wendy Glaister Interiors

This classically beautiful living room has all the elements one would expect in a traditional home inspired by the Hamptons. Hardwood flooring, a plaid rug, herringbone fabrics, tape trim on the sofas, and the most expertly installed coffered ceilings and wainscotting millwork.

BIBLIOTECA

Rimedecor

Uno de nuestros trabajos, donde la madera tiene un papel `primordial, biblioteca, artesonado y escalera de caracol, todo realizado en madera de fresno y jugando con diversos acabados, nos adaptamos a cualquier proyecto

Custom Home Remodel

Captivating Construction Group

Custom Home Remodel in New Jersey.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in New York with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

The Lumina

RMB Building & Design

Photo of a beach style open concept living room in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, coffered, wood and decorative wall panelling.

Elegant Estate

12/12 Architects & Planners

This 6,000sf luxurious custom new construction 5-bedroom, 4-bath home combines elements of open-concept design with traditional, formal spaces, as well. Tall windows, large openings to the back yard, and clear views from room to room are abundant throughout. The 2-story entry boasts a gently curving stair, and a full view through openings to the glass-clad family room. The back stair is continuous from the basement to the finished 3rd floor / attic recreation room. The interior is finished with the finest materials and detailing, with crown molding, coffered, tray and barrel vault ceilings, chair rail, arched openings, rounded corners, built-in niches and coves, wide halls, and 12' first floor ceilings with 10' second floor ceilings. It sits at the end of a cul-de-sac in a wooded neighborhood, surrounded by old growth trees. The homeowners, who hail from Texas, believe that bigger is better, and this house was built to match their dreams. The brick - with stone and cast concrete accent elements - runs the full 3-stories of the home, on all sides. A paver driveway and covered patio are included, along with paver retaining wall carved into the hill, creating a secluded back yard play space for their young children. Project photography by Kmieick Imagery.

Great Room

The House Designers

Great Room. View plan: https://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan/green-acres-8713/

Excuse My French

Samantha Stein Interiors

This is an example of a traditional living room in Nashville with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Spring Oak Carriage Homes

JPOrleans

Inspiration for a large transitional open concept dark wood floor living room remodel in Philadelphia with brown walls, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Pequot

Cynthia Hayes Interior Design

Design ideas for a beach style living room in Providence with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Olive

Inside Stories

Corner view of funky living room that flows into the two-tone family room
Design ideas for a large eclectic formal enclosed living room in Denver with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Teaberry Way

Century Park Interiors

This is an example of a large transitional formal enclosed living room in Atlanta with grey walls, bamboo floors, a standard fireplace, a concealed tv, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Needham Home

Henley Design

transitional living room
Mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Boston with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Bartlett, IL Addition

Synergy Builders Inc.

Inspiration for a large transitional formal open concept living room in Chicago with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Living Room Design Photos with Coffered and Decorative Wall Panelling

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.