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Casa Garcia

Beck Custom Homes, LLC

Large mediterranean formal open concept living room in Orlando with orange walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and no tv.

21st Street Residence

Dawson & Clinton

Working with a long time resident, creating a unified look out of the varied styles found in the space while increasing the size of the home was the goal of this project. Both of the home’s bathrooms were renovated to further the contemporary style of the space, adding elements of color as well as modern bathroom fixtures. Further additions to the master bathroom include a frameless glass door enclosure, green wall tiles, and a stone bar countertop with wall-mounted faucets. The guest bathroom uses a more minimalistic design style, employing a white color scheme, free standing sink and a modern enclosed glass shower. The kitchen maintains a traditional style with custom white kitchen cabinets, a Carrera marble countertop, banquet seats and a table with blue accent walls that add a splash of color to the space.

Rowe Ranch

Cantoni Dallas

Design ideas for a large modern formal open concept living room in Dallas with orange walls, terra-cotta floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Manhattan Apartment inspired by the Federal Style

Studio 511

The Living Room is inspired by the Federal style. The elaborate plaster ceiling was designed by Tom Felton and fabricated by Foster Reeve's Studio. Coffers and ornament are derived from the classic details interpreted at the time of the early American colonies. The mantle was also designed by Tom to continue the theme of the room. Chris Cooper photographer.

utopia projects

ibrahim radwan

Design ideas for an expansive living room in Other with no tv and orange walls.

Energetic Pops of Color

Gina Sims Designs

Cati Teague Photography for Gina Sims Designs
Photo of an eclectic enclosed living room in Atlanta with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, orange walls and no tv.

Sitting Rooms

Karen Alagna for The Living Room

Mid-sized eclectic formal open concept living room in Charleston with orange walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and multi-coloured floor.

Nouvelle vie d'un canapé Louis Philippe

Delion tapissier décorateur

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional open concept living room with orange walls, ceramic floors, no fireplace, no tv and grey floor.

Asian Influence with a Warm, Comfortable Feel.

Shuster Design Associates

The colors for this elegant Asian inspired living room come directly from the palette of the painting that is the room's centerpiece.
This is an example of a large asian formal open concept living room in Miami with orange walls, limestone floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Living With Color

GIL WALSH INTERIORS

This lively living room has vibrant orange walls that commingle with blue accent chairs. A vertical mirror above the comfortable white sofa provides a visual focal point.

Bajo comercial convertido en loft

Egue y Seta

Inspiration for an expansive industrial formal open concept living room in Madrid with concrete floors, orange walls, no fireplace and no tv.

Newtown Victorian Remodeling

Frazier Associates

The original columned wood mantel with tile surround and mirror were stripped of paint and restored to its stained wood finish. Book shelves were added, creating a cozy new living room/library.

Contemporain Salon

Photo of a large contemporary formal enclosed living room in Lyon with orange walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and no tv.

Colorful studio apartment

Crewzz, Inc

Terracota living room with gallery wall and bold sofa.
Design ideas for a small eclectic open concept living room in Los Angeles with orange walls, no fireplace, no tv, beige floor and light hardwood floors.

Transitional Living Room

Design ideas for a small transitional enclosed living room in Toronto with a library, orange walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Woodworking Projects

Three Oaks Woodworking

Design ideas for a small traditional loft-style living room in Other with orange walls, carpet, no fireplace, no tv and grey floor.

Haverford Manor Reborn

WPL Interior Design

A grand home on Philadelphia's Main Line receives a freshening up when clients buy an old home and bring in their previous traditional furnishings but add lots of new contemporary and colorful furnishings to bring the house up to date. Colorful walls left by the previous owner are toned down with two brown velvet sofas and then energized with aqua velvet furnishings. Jay Greene photography

Beverly Hills Chic

Laura Hull Photography

Interior Design: Kelly Wearstler Designs
Photo of an eclectic formal enclosed living room in Los Angeles with orange walls, dark hardwood floors and no tv.

5-star Custom Home

Townbridge Homes

Twisted Tours
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Austin with medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and orange walls.

Living Room Design Photos with Orange Walls and No TV

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.