Angle Eye Photography
This is an example of a large transitional open concept living room in Philadelphia with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Private Residence

Scott Landon – Modern Antique Store

Photo of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Vancouver with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Hugenot Physicians House

Chris Dyson Architects

Alex James
Design ideas for an eclectic living room in London with a library, grey walls, a standard fireplace, light hardwood floors and a concrete fireplace surround.

Angelic Living Room

Design House, Inc

Living area by Design House, Inc. of Houston photographed by Ashley Henry Wynne
Design ideas for a large transitional formal open concept living room in Houston with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

Los Angeles Living Room

DOUBLE OAK CONSTRUCTION

Remodeled living room concrete flooring and fire place. Unglazed Porcelain , Matte Finish, Job: Northridge, CA 91325.
Design ideas for an expansive modern open concept living room in Los Angeles with grey walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Sacks Residence

Mitchell Putlack Interiors, Inc.

Photo of a large contemporary formal enclosed living room in Chicago with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floor.

Madrid

Cast Fireplaces, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Houston with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and no tv.

Gallery

MoonLight Audio Visual Pro

Large contemporary open concept living room in San Diego with grey walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Broadmoor Estate

Cleft Painting

This estate is characterized by clean lines and neutral colors. With a focus on precision in execution, each space portrays calm and modern while highlighting a standard of excellency.

Hinsdale Remodel

zpd+a and roomTEN design

A hand rubbed plaster fireplace with a blade thin raw steel shelf displays a collection of African artifacts and books. photography by Tyler Mallory || www.tylermallory.com

Atlantis, Midlothian

Capitol Granite LLC

Design ideas for a traditional living room in Richmond with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floor.

Warlingham detached home

Seasons in Colour

Double aspect living room painted in Farrow & Ball Cornforth White, with a large grey rug layered with a cowhide (both from The Rug Seller). The large coffee table (100x100cm) is from La Redoute and it was chosen as it provides excellent storage. A glass table was not an option for this family who wanted to use the table as a footstool when watching movies! The sofa is the Eden from the Sofa Workshop via DFS. The cushions are from H&M and the throw by Hermes, The brass side tables are via Houseology and they are by Dutchbone, a Danish interiors brand. The table lamps are by Safavieh. The roses canvas was drawn by the owner's grandma. A natural high fence that surrounds the back garden provides privacy and as a result the owners felt that curtains were not needed on this side of the room. The floor is a 12mm laminate in smoked oak colour. Photo: Jenny Kakoudakis

One Sunset Residence, Camano Island WA.

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Living Room looking toward library.
Photo of a mid-sized open concept living room in Seattle with a library, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood.

One Sunset Residence, Camano Island WA.

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Living Room looking toward entry.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Seattle with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, wood and decorative wall panelling.

Warlingham detached home

Seasons in Colour

Лофт на Старом Арбате

LIKA ARTEN INTERIORS

This is an example of an expansive industrial formal open concept living room in Moscow with grey walls, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, carpet and grey floor.

Contemporary Living Room

Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Cedar Rapids with a concrete fireplace surround, grey walls and beige floor.

Timeless neutrals, open concept Living Room

Eve Gianni Art + Design

The timeless living room was designed for easy entertaining. The sofas are covered in crypton fabric so even a red wine spill won't ruin the party!
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in New York with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, brown floor and a concrete fireplace surround.

REIHENHAUS . Umgestaltung + Feng Shui

ARCHITEKTUR + FENG SHUI

Auf die Details kommt es an. Hier eine ungenutzt Ecke des 4 Meter hohen Wohnbereichs, die durch Beleuchtung und eine geliebten Tisch zur Geltung kommt.

Catskills House

J_spy Architecture | Design

Small modern open concept living room in New York with grey walls, concrete floors, a concrete fireplace surround and grey floor.

Living Room Design Photos with Grey Walls and a Concrete 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.