This beautiful custom home built by Bowlin Built and designed by Boxwood Avenue in the Reno Tahoe area features creamy walls painted with Benjamin Moore's Swiss Coffee and white oak custom cabinetry. With beautiful granite and marble countertops and handmade backsplash. The dark stained island creates a two-toned kitchen with lovely European oak wood flooring and a large double oven range with a custom hood above!

Brentwood Residence

Rande Leaman Interior Design

The living room received a big makeover with the removal of an outdated fireplace (on the wall with the sofa!) and we installed a new, contemporary fireplace covered in black quartzite in the center of the room. Shelves on either side of the fireplace provide plenty of room for books and decorative objects. Gray grasscloth covers the walls and brings a warmth and texture that paint cannot.

Entertainment area and new roof deck

Mark Brand Architecture

For our client, who had previous experience working with architects, we enlarged, completely gutted and remodeled this Twin Peaks diamond in the rough. The top floor had a rear-sloping ceiling that cut off the amazing view, so our first task was to raise the roof so the great room had a uniformly high ceiling. Clerestory windows bring in light from all directions. In addition, we removed walls, combined rooms, and installed floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall sliding doors in sleek black aluminum at each floor to create generous rooms with expansive views. At the basement, we created a full-floor art studio flooded with light and with an en-suite bathroom for the artist-owner. New exterior decks, stairs and glass railings create outdoor living opportunities at three of the four levels. We designed modern open-riser stairs with glass railings to replace the existing cramped interior stairs. The kitchen features a 16 foot long island which also functions as a dining table. We designed a custom wall-to-wall bookcase in the family room as well as three sleek tiled fireplaces with integrated bookcases. The bathrooms are entirely new and feature floating vanities and a modern freestanding tub in the master. Clean detailing and luxurious, contemporary finishes complete the look.

Living Room with Fireplace | Thousand Oaks | Complete Remodel

Pure Builders Inc.

Cape cod style living room with white ship lap walls, stacked stone fireplace, and beige wood floors. The open concept living room has large windows for indoor outdoor living and transitions flawlessly into the dining and kitchen areas.

Proyecto "Sant Just" - Sincro

Sincro

Large scandinavian enclosed living room in Barcelona with light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Holloway | Mid-Century Modern Farmhouse

Vision Interiors

The Holloway blends the recent revival of mid-century aesthetics with the timelessness of a country farmhouse. Each façade features playfully arranged windows tucked under steeply pitched gables. Natural wood lapped siding emphasizes this homes more modern elements, while classic white board & batten covers the core of this house. A rustic stone water table wraps around the base and contours down into the rear view-out terrace. Inside, a wide hallway connects the foyer to the den and living spaces through smooth case-less openings. Featuring a grey stone fireplace, tall windows, and vaulted wood ceiling, the living room bridges between the kitchen and den. The kitchen picks up some mid-century through the use of flat-faced upper and lower cabinets with chrome pulls. Richly toned wood chairs and table cap off the dining room, which is surrounded by windows on three sides. The grand staircase, to the left, is viewable from the outside through a set of giant casement windows on the upper landing. A spacious master suite is situated off of this upper landing. Featuring separate closets, a tiled bath with tub and shower, this suite has a perfect view out to the rear yard through the bedroom's rear windows. All the way upstairs, and to the right of the staircase, is four separate bedrooms. Downstairs, under the master suite, is a gymnasium. This gymnasium is connected to the outdoors through an overhead door and is perfect for athletic activities or storing a boat during cold months. The lower level also features a living room with a view out windows and a private guest suite. Architect: Visbeen Architects Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography Builder: AVB Inc.

Загородный дом

gnulidugi

This is an example of a large scandinavian enclosed living room in Saint Petersburg with grey walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and a freestanding tv.

Seaside at Ocean

Flagg Coastal Homes

This is the downstairs entry/lobby room. It also serves as a family room open to the front entry. Owen McGoldrick
Large beach style formal living room in San Diego with light hardwood floors, yellow walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Alta Vista || Remodel || Austin, Texas

Etch Design Group

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in Austin with blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Monterey Frame with Navy Suede Mattress and Storage Drawers

Studio Living

With plush padding, a casual and relaxed design and a generous seat, the Monterey Futon is a convertible bed your relatives won't mind using. This Futon's sturdy wooden frame is happy to help you off your feet as you relax propped up against its mission style arms. The Suede Futon merges fashion and function to bring double the benefit to your home.

10th Street Loft

Judith Balis Interiors

Allison Corona
Mid-sized contemporary loft-style living room in Boise with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a metal fireplace surround.

Ship Channel

Banks Design Associates, LTD & Simply Home

Mid-sized beach style formal enclosed living room in Portland Maine with white walls, a standard fireplace, light hardwood floors, no tv and brown floor.

Palm Coast - Transitional

Anastasia Design Group

Wall paint: SW 7029 Agreeable Gray Sofas & decorative pillows: Lexington Home Furniture Leather Chairs: Lexington Home Furniture Cocktail Table: Lexington Home Furniture Round Accent Table: Lexington Home Furniture Rug: Jaipur Rugs Lamps: Uttermost Fireplace Surround: Dal Golden Sun S783 Dry Stacked Stone Accessories: Uttermost & Mercana Flooring: Mohawk -- Artistic, Artic White Oak Hardwood Flooring Sofa Table: Lexington Furniture End Tables: Lexington Furniture

The Villas at Cannery Row

Silcon Constructors Inc.

This is an example of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and beige floor.

Greenwich Village Renovation

Tina Ramchandani Creative

Jacob Snavely
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary formal loft-style living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and no fireplace.

Garrison Landing 202

John Kraemer & Sons

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Building Architecture: Charlie & Co. Design | Interiors: Martha O'Hara Interiors | Photography: Landmark Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Tribeca Loft

Zimmerman Workshop Architecture + Design

A closer look at the living room, which we re-oriented to be near the kitchen. The wall where the TV is mounted is in fact a central pod that contains the guest and powder bathrooms, the laundry room, and a small storage closet. Photograph by Garrett Rowland

The Intellectual's Bachelor Pad

Inspired Interiors

Intimate modern seating area with contemporary fireplace gives duality to second floor entertainment area.
This is an example of a mid-sized industrial formal open concept living room in Chicago with white walls, light hardwood floors and a standard fireplace.

Livable Mid-Century

Carolina V. Gentry, RID

Highly edited and livable, this Dallas mid-century residence is both bright and airy. The layered neutrals are brightened with carefully placed pops of color, creating a simultaneously welcoming and relaxing space. The home is a perfect spot for both entertaining large groups and enjoying family time -- exactly what the clients were looking for.

Moab Majesty

Uhrich Design

Matthew Millman Photography
Photo of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Sacramento with beige walls and light hardwood floors.

Living Room Design Photos with Light Hardwood Floors

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.