Люкс интерьер гостиной в Квартире 160 кв. м. в стиле Неоклассика

Large transitional living room in Moscow with a library, pink walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and decorative wall panelling.

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Despina Design

We designed this contemporary coastal style living area, to meet our client's needs ands aspirations. From flooring to ceiling lighting and everything in between was changed to bring this eighties home into the present. Our two tone media wall unit and storage solution, with a tactile rustic feel back panel, adds warmth and character. Customised napa leather sofa and ottoman were imported from Italy, together with boucle swivel chairs, make this elegant room very welcoming.

Spazi da scoprire | 110 mq

Squadra Architetti

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, porcelain floors, grey floor and decorative wall panelling.

Nuova Domus Sacchetti - Living

Flaminia Pacciani

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Rome with light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and decorative wall panelling.

Formal Sitting Room, Belfast

Cher Simpson Watt Interiors

Bespoke Tailored footstool, hand made rug and upholstery shown..
Design ideas for a large contemporary formal living room in Belfast with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor, recessed and decorative wall panelling.

Голливудский гламур в центре Нижнего

Салон интерьеров "EGO Design"

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic living room in Other with medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Графичная квартира. 100 м2

Татьяна Вакуева | Abwarten!

Фрагмент гостиной и прихожей.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Moscow with grey walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, recessed and decorative wall panelling.

Renovation d'un Appartement à Paris 7ème

SARL ESPACE AMENAGEMENT DECORATION

This is an example of a large transitional enclosed living room in Paris with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

New Home Build 1

Lisa OBrien Interior Designs

Inspiration for a large traditional formal open concept living room in Other with beige walls, marble floors, a two-sided fireplace, multi-coloured floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Dubaï Hills

User

Inspiration for a modern open concept living room in Other with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, wood and decorative wall panelling.

Modern Farmhouse I

Jo Hanks Design

Large country open concept living room in Other with white walls and decorative wall panelling.

Hyde Park First Floor Renovation

Legacy Builders Group

This Hyde Park family was looking to open up their first floor creating a more functional living space and to refresh their look to a transitional style. They loved the idea of exposed beams and hoped to incorporate them into their remodel. We are "beaming" with pride with the end result.

Country Estate - Fort Bend

Brickmoon Design

Photo of an expansive country living room in Houston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Formal Living Room - Traditional Elegance With a Pinch of Industrial

Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC

Classic designs have staying power! This striking red brick colonial project struck the perfect balance of old-school and new-school exemplified by the kitchen which combines Traditional elegance and a pinch of Industrial to keep things fresh.

Residential Library

Groth & Sons

Design ideas for an expansive traditional formal open concept living room in Sydney with red walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Люкс интерьер гостиной в Квартире 120 кв. м. в Современном стиле

Архитектурное Бюро SIO

Design ideas for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Moscow with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Retro Chic Lorette

Anne Chemineau - Decor Interieur

Rénovation complète d'un bel haussmannien de 112m2 avec le déplacement de la cuisine dans l'espace à vivre. Ouverture des cloisons et création d'une cuisine ouverte avec ilot. Création de plusieurs aménagements menuisés sur mesure dont bibliothèque et dressings. Rénovation de deux salle de bains.

Nuova Domus Sacchetti - Living

Flaminia Pacciani

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Rome with light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and decorative wall panelling.

Living Room

Diane Burgoyne Interiors

Large traditional enclosed living room in Philadelphia with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and decorative wall panelling.

579 Parks Lane

J. Parrish Builders

Hearth Room
This is an example of a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Other with green walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

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.