Completed in 2019, this is a home we completed for client who initially engaged us to remodeled their 100 year old classic craftsman bungalow on Seattle’s Queen Anne Hill. During our initial conversation, it became readily apparent that their program was much larger than a remodel could accomplish and the conversation quickly turned toward the design of a new structure that could accommodate a growing family, a live-in Nanny, a variety of entertainment options and an enclosed garage – all squeezed onto a compact urban corner lot. Project entitlement took almost a year as the house size dictated that we take advantage of several exceptions in Seattle’s complex zoning code. After several meetings with city planning officials, we finally prevailed in our arguments and ultimately designed a 4 story, 3800 sf house on a 2700 sf lot. The finished product is light and airy with a large, open plan and exposed beams on the main level, 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 2 powder rooms, 2 fireplaces, 4 climate zones, a huge basement with a home theatre, guest suite, climbing gym, and an underground tavern/wine cellar/man cave. The kitchen has a large island, a walk-in pantry, a small breakfast area and access to a large deck. All of this program is capped by a rooftop deck with expansive views of Seattle’s urban landscape and Lake Union. Unfortunately for our clients, a job relocation to Southern California forced a sale of their dream home a little more than a year after they settled in after a year project. The good news is that in Seattle’s tight housing market, in less than a week they received several full price offers with escalator clauses which allowed them to turn a nice profit on the deal.

Eclectic Living

Beachy Boheme Interiors

This eclectic living room features a statement fireplace that is the focal point of the space. A brown leather sofa and natural wood elements add warmth to the otherwise cool color palette. An ornate blue rug grounds the space and ties in the art, pillows and decor. Living plants add greenery and freshen up the space.

Aberdeen

Apex Design & Drafting

This is an example of a large traditional open concept living room in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and multi-coloured floor.

Gorrie Farmhouse

Imagine Inc — Home & Commercial Design

Inspiration for a large country loft-style living room in Toronto with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, multi-coloured floor and timber.

Functionally Theirs

Addison Grace Design

Photo of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Edmonton with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and multi-coloured floor.

Grayson- A

Apex Design & Drafting

Photo of a large traditional open concept living room in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors and multi-coloured floor.

3 pièces rénovation totale. 75016

Anastasia Design & co

NATALYA DUPLINSKAYA
Large contemporary open concept living room in Paris with a library, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a concealed tv and multi-coloured floor.

Shore Drive

LaBonte Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Milwaukee with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, multi-coloured floor and brick walls.

Gorrie Farmhouse

Imagine Inc — Home & Commercial Design

This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Toronto with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, multi-coloured floor and timber.

Bullevard St.

Corvallis Custom Kitchens & Baths

This is an example of a large country formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, multi-coloured floor, planked wall panelling and a wall-mounted tv.

Warm Mountain Side Retreat

Oakes Custom Homes Ltd.

6 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms Modern rancher over 4600 sq ft overlooking Vernon BC.
Design ideas for a modern open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and multi-coloured floor.

Loma Area

Zag Built LLC

3 House Media
Mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Denver with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and multi-coloured floor.

Georgian house in the South Shoreditch Conservation Area

Magrits

Pictures by Neptune Group
This is an example of a mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in London with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and multi-coloured floor.

Herringbone Flooring

Storybook Floors

This beautiful short herringbone is made with reclaimed barn wood (also known as "old face") which offers a warmth and uniqueness to this apartment living room.

Great Room with Cathedral Ceiling and New Windows

Renewal by Andersen Long Island

Large new windows we installed in this superb living room with cathedral ceilings. Windows from Renewal by Andersen Long Island
Design ideas for a large formal open concept living room in New York with beige walls, medium hardwood floors and multi-coloured floor.

Large Beautiful Living Room with Windows to Match

Renewal by Andersen of NJ-NY Metro

Large and beautiful living room with new windows we installed. This history old home needed new windows for efficiency, but wanted (and needed) to maintain a certain look to match. Windows from Renewal by Andersen New Jersey

Palisade Custom Home

Keystone Custom Builders, Inc.

The transom windows in the living room add to the views of this southwest style home built by Keystone Custom Builders. The support post and timber rafters help draw the attention to the high ceilings.

Home Wellness & Redesign

Level Interiors

Redesign is an extremely effective way to refresh and revitalize your living spaces. These photos demonstrate how we can implement our design expertise in your home.

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Eclectic living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors and multi-coloured floor.

Granada Trail

Atwood Custom Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Dallas with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and multi-coloured floor.

Living Room Design Photos with Medium Hardwood Floors and Multi-Coloured Floor

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.