Living room
This is an example of a large country formal open concept living room in Miami with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Warm & Inviting Minimalist Living Room

CORE Design + Build, LLC

A contemporary living room design that exudes warm & inviting vibes. A gas fireplace & a few statement furniture pieces give this minimalist design a cozy touch.

Shields Project

Fishhouse Design Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, exposed beam and decorative wall panelling.

Sophisticated City Living and Dining Room

Lee Kimball

Small traditional living room in Boston with decorative wall panelling.

Craftman Home in City of Falls Church

Asta Homes

Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts formal open concept living room in DC Metro with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, brown floor, recessed and decorative wall panelling.

Sunrise Cottage Transformation

Havilah Homes

Wainscoting continues throughout the entire living space for decoration and for durability for the AirBnB use. Ceiling feature exposed (faux) beams with inserted shiplap and recessed lighting. The small space of the cottage required tight/multi space use

West Asheville Remodel

Patrick Michael Custom Builders

Living Room Renovation
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Renovation d'un Appartement à Paris 7ème

SARL ESPACE AMENAGEMENT DECORATION

Inspiration for a large transitional enclosed living room in Paris with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

The Stone Hill

Designer Builders Inc

Design ideas for a transitional living room in Other with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and decorative wall panelling.

Southborough Residence - Living Room

User

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Boston with orange walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor 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.

Sherwin Williams Projects

Painting Monkey

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional enclosed living room in Detroit with a library, black walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Transitional Living Room

Transitional living room in Boston with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Реализованный дизайн проект квартиры в ЖК "Горный"

K1 Бюро

Mid-sized transitional formal living room in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor, exposed beam and decorative wall panelling.

Doylestown Interior Renovation

REVIVAL

Design ideas for a large country formal open concept living room in Philadelphia with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

California Cottage

Colossus Mfg.

Cabin inspired living room with stone fireplace, dark olive green wainscoting walls, a brown velvet couch, twin blue floral oversized chairs, plaid rug, a dark wood coffee table, and antique chandelier lighting.

Sunset Strip Sanctuary

Studio Palomino

Photo of a contemporary open concept living room in Other with black walls, concrete floors, a wall-mounted tv and decorative wall panelling.

Pops Of Color

Delbert Adams Construction Group

Transitional dining room and adjacent living room with medium wood dining table and chair legs, beige carpet under table; step down into living area with Persian rug and beige furniture (Cropped)

Pearson

Foster Hill Design

A high-rise living room with a view of Lake Michigan! The blues of the view outside inspired the palette for inside. The new wainscoting wall is clad in a blue/grey paint which provides the backdrop for the modern and clean-lined furnishings.

Sunrise Cottage Transformation

Havilah Homes

Living Room Design Photos with 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.