Mid-sized country formal open concept living room in Orange County with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

My home

Meandering Design

Eclectic living room with mid-century furnishings. It is filled with vintage accessories and furniture. A dark green fireplace grounds the space.
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in Chicago with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and no tv.

Before and After Living spaces

OTW Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Oklahoma City with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

La Mesa Residence

DreamHome Staging & ReDesign

This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Other with grey walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

10th Street Renovation

West End Interiors

Blue Ikea cabinets, old fireplace, wicker chairs.
This is an example of a small eclectic living room in New York with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Living Room Re-Design

Saavy Designs, LLC

After: we had the fireplace surround re-bricked in a harringbone pattern; built-in cabinets/bookcase to create a built-in media center; dark brown wood coffee table; dark brown wood end tables; leather loveseats; 8 way, hand tied, solid hardwood frame chairs; hand knotted wool rug;

Weldon

Blissful Design Studio

Photo of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Phoenix with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Elkton Waterfront Home

Avalon Associates, Inc.

Large beach style open concept living room in Baltimore with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

#GameFarmReno

Alma Homes

Laura Rae Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Brooklyn Brownstone

fo design

cynthia van elk
Mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in New York with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and black floor.

Farmhouse Inspired Kitchen Renovation and Living Room in Narberth

Larina Kase Interior Design

Magnolia Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Philadelphia with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

Barge Court

CM Fresh Perspectives

This is an example of a mid-sized country formal open concept living room in Seattle with grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and no tv.

West Seattle

Alex Crook Photography

Designed by Beth Dotolo at Pulp Design Studios ( http://www.houzz.com/pro/bethdotolo/beth-dotolo-asid-rid-ncidq) Photography by Alex Crook ( http://www.alexcrook.com/)

Ship Lap Fireplace

Dovetail Studio

This is an example of a transitional open concept living room in Oklahoma City with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Vermont Residence by Rafterhouse

Rafterhouse

Ace and Whim Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Phoenix with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Texas Hill Country Living

Vernon Wentz

Vernon Wentz
Design ideas for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Austin with porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey walls.

Midtown Craftsman Bungalow

Ross Design Inc.

Mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in Atlanta with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Relaxed Modern Mix -recycle reuse renewed space

TJG Design Studio

TJG Design Studio
Mid-sized country open concept living room in Calgary with a library, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

North Vancouver Home

Noor G.V. Interiors

Mid-sized eclectic enclosed living room in Vancouver with a home bar, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Front and Side Extension in Fairfax, VA

Bianco Renovations

Felicia Evans Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in DC Metro with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Living Room Design Photos with Grey Walls and a Brick 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.