Chianti B&B Design is a story of metamorphosis, of the respectful transformation of a rural stone building, a few metres from the village of Vitignano, into a modern, design haven, perfect for savouring Tuscan hospitality while enjoying all of the modern comforts. Thanks to the architectural marriage of transparency, suspension and light and to the pastel colour palette chosen for the furnishings, the stars of the space are the Terre Senesi and their history, which intrigue visitors from the outdoors in, offering up unique experiences. Located on an ancient Roman road, the ‘Cassia Adrianea’, the building that hosts this Tuscan B&B is the old farmhouse of a private villa dating to the year 1000. Arriving at the courtyard, surrounded by the green Tuscan countryside, you access the bed and breakfast through a short private external stair. Entering the space, you are welcomed directly into a spacious living room with a natural steel and transparent glass loft above it. The modern furnishings, like the Air sofa suspended on glass legs and the 36e8 compositions on the walls, dialogue through contrast with the typical structural elements of the building, like Tuscan travertine and old beams, creating a sense of being suspended in time. The first floor also hosts a kitchen where a large old oak Air table looks out onto the renowned Chianti vineyards and the village of Vitignano, complete with a medieval tower. Even the simple act of enjoying breakfast in this space is special. The bedrooms, two on the ground floor and one on the upper floor, also look out onto the Siena countryside which, thanks to the suspended beds and the colours chosen for the interiors, enters through the windows and takes centre stage. The Quercia room is on the ground floor, as is the Olivo room, which is wonderfully flooded with light in the middle of the day. The Cipresso room is on the upper floor, and its furnishings are green like the distinctive Tuscan tree it’s named after.

Marblehead Renovation

mdiscipio

After Living Room - ceiling was vaulted with new floors and wall to sunroom removed. Room divider with Pillars serves dual purpose dividing the spaces, but also serves as a buffet to the dining room.

Tidal Mill Place

Delpino Custom Homes

This is an example of a large country formal open concept living room in Charleston with a wall-mounted tv, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Winnetka Residence

Gemma Parker Design, LLC

Photography: Werner Straube
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Chicago with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, no fireplace and no tv.

Farmhouse Living Room

Country formal living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Modern Spanish Revival

SDG Architects

Photo by John Merkl
Mid-sized mediterranean formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and white floor.

Thunderbird Walls

Thunderbird Custom Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in Phoenix with beige walls, travertine floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Квартира в Москве , на Французкий манер

BREYVOINTERIORS

Ксения Брейво-дизайнер интерьера, фрагмент гостиной и Кухни-столовой
Photo of a transitional formal open concept living room in Moscow with white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Fireplace Xtrordinair Design Gallery

Woodheat Specialists DBA: The Chimney Doctors

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Mountain Peek

Centre Sky Architecture Ltd

Inspiration for a large modern formal open concept living room in Other with medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Budget Blinds Design Gallery

Budget Blinds of Mid and Outer Cape Cod

Mid-sized eclectic living room in Boston with grey walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

MARSHALL LIBRARY RENOVATION

Veritas Contracting, LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in DC Metro with a library, blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Sputnik Living Room

Simply Wesley, LLC

Design ideas for a transitional enclosed living room in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and no tv.

Modern Industrial Townhouse

JMP Interiors

My client was moving from a 5,000 sq ft home into a 1,365 sq ft townhouse. She wanted a clean palate and room for entertaining. The main living space on the first floor has 5 sitting areas, three are shown here. She travels a lot and wanted her art work to be showcased. We kept the overall color scheme black and white to help give the space a modern loft/ art gallery feel. the result was clean and modern without feeling cold. Randal Perry Photography

Penthouse in München - Wohnraum

winhard 3d

Photo of an expansive midcentury formal open concept living room in Munich with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Waverly Greystones - Showhouse

The Interiors Project

Design ideas for a transitional formal enclosed living room in Dublin with grey walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Mountain Peek

Centre Sky Architecture Ltd

Mountain Peek is a custom residence located within the Yellowstone Club in Big Sky, Montana. The layout of the home was heavily influenced by the site. Instead of building up vertically the floor plan reaches out horizontally with slight elevations between different spaces. This allowed for beautiful views from every space and also gave us the ability to play with roof heights for each individual space. Natural stone and rustic wood are accented by steal beams and metal work throughout the home. (photos by Whitney Kamman)

Shearwater Model

Homestead Building Systems, Inc.

Photo of a large beach style open concept living room in Richmond with medium hardwood floors and no tv.

Belongil Salt - Byron Bay

The Design Villa

Louise Roche - Villa Styling
Inspiration for a beach style living room in Brisbane with white walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Owl Branch Poolhouse

StudioMB

For information about our work, please contact info@studiombdc.com
Country loft-style living room in DC Metro with beige walls, brown floor and medium hardwood floors.

Living Room Design Photos with Medium Hardwood Floors and Travertine 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.