Fireplace, Gateway Grove Lot 7, Warsaw, IN

The living room area features a beautiful shiplap and tile surround around the gas fireplace.
This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Other with white walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, multi-coloured floor and planked wall panelling.

Lake Norman - indoor-outdoor living

Collaborative Interior Design

We took advantage of the double volume ceiling height in the living room and added millwork to the stone fireplace, a reclaimed wood beam and a gorgeous, chandelier. The sliding doors lead out to the sundeck and the lake beyond. TV's mounted above fireplaces tend to be a little high for comfortable viewing from the sofa, so this tv is mounted on a pull down bracket for use when the fireplace is not turned on.

Vivienda en Marquet, Barrio Gótico

ShBarcelona

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Barcelona with white walls, ceramic floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and multi-coloured floor.

VISTA LAS PALMAS

User

Living Area, Lance Gerber Studios
Large midcentury formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, slate floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and multi-coloured floor.

Jindal Residence

Group DCA

Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Delhi with white walls and multi-coloured floor.

Levine Home

Regina Tamburro Photography

Living room designed by Rebecca Soskin.
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic living room in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace and multi-coloured floor.

The Vue

Alyssa Wilcox Interiors

Inspiration for a small scandinavian open concept living room in Vancouver with white walls, vinyl floors, a hanging fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and multi-coloured floor.

Washington Park Craftsman

Layers+Lines

Photo of an arts and crafts formal enclosed living room in Denver with white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace and multi-coloured floor.

Angled living room extension

Lacey Architecture

Ground floor extension providing greater family space on one floor and improved connection and views to the garden.
Small contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, porcelain floors and multi-coloured floor.

Art House

SG2 architects + interiors

Photo: Courtney King
Mid-sized eclectic formal loft-style living room in Melbourne with white walls, porcelain floors, a wall-mounted tv, multi-coloured floor and decorative wall panelling.

Gorrie Farmhouse

Imagine Inc — Home & Commercial Design

Photo of 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.

Sunroom Iron Windows

Alair Homes Dallas

Inspiration for a large eclectic formal enclosed living room in Dallas with white walls, ceramic floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and multi-coloured floor.

Home Staging | Far and Wide

Markham Stagers

Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Barcelona with ceramic floors, white walls and multi-coloured floor.

Transitional Living Room

Photo of a large transitional formal enclosed living room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, no tv, multi-coloured floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Nobildonne Relais

Chiara Aliotti Photo

Design ideas for a mediterranean living room in Other with white walls, multi-coloured floor and wallpaper.

Custom Residence - Canton GA

Caldwell-Cline Architects & Designers

This is an example of a country living room in Atlanta with white walls, a wall-mounted tv, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and multi-coloured floor.

Beachy Living Room

Lund & Lund Design

Photo of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, a tile fireplace surround and multi-coloured floor.

Homey living room

Arch Interiors

Mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Glasgow with white walls, laminate floors, no fireplace, no tv, multi-coloured floor and wood walls.

Mauna Kea Great Room and Pool Patio

Taleah Smith Design

Photo of an expansive tropical open concept living room in Hawaii with white walls, no fireplace, a built-in media wall, multi-coloured floor and wood.

Adero

Bita Interior Design

Large contemporary formal open concept living room in San Diego with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and multi-coloured floor.

Living Room Design Photos with White Walls 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.