Widened opening into traditional middle room of a Victorian home, bespoke stained glass doors were made by local artisans, installed new fire surround, hearth & wood burner. Bespoke bookcases and mini bar were created to bring function to the once unused space. The taller wall cabinets feature bespoke brass mesh inlay which house the owners high specification stereo equipment with extensive music collection stored below. New solid oak parquet flooring. Installed new traditional cornice and ceiling rose to finish the room. Viola calacatta marble with bullnose edge profile sits atop home bar with built in wine fridge.

Kensington

Bare Space

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in London with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Classic Glamour Grand Foyer in Merrick, NY

Grunberger Interiors

Stepping into this classic glamour dramatic foyer is a fabulous way to feel welcome at home. The color palette is timeless with a bold splash of green which adds drama to the space. Luxurious fabrics, chic furnishings and gorgeous accessories set the tone for this high end makeover which did not involve any structural renovations.

Living Room Bow WIndow

Universal Windows Direct

If this isn't the perfect place to take a nap or read a book, I don't know what is! This amazing farmhouse style living room brings a new definition to cozy. Everything from the comforting colors to a very comfortable couch and chair. With the addition of a new vinyl bow window, we were able to accent the bright colors and truly make them pop. It's also the perfect little nook for you or your kids to sit on and admire a sunny or rainy day!

Lac Nord

Studio Mira, LLC

Living room in blues and whites features colorful beach oil painting on a feature wall.
Transitional formal open concept living room in Milwaukee with medium hardwood floors, white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

New Home Construction - 22945 Mariano St

Green Works Construction & Design Inc.

Large country open concept living room in Los Angeles with black walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv and panelled walls.

Florida Coastal Contemporary

MHK Architecture & Planning

Inspiration for a beach style formal open concept living room in Miami with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, coffered, timber, wood and panelled walls.

Georgian Dublin

DesignLed

Photo of a large formal enclosed living room in Dublin with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Perfectly Polished

Endless Ideas Interiors Inc.

Mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Toronto with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, no tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

1920s living room with terrazzo floors

limetreehomestlouis

The living room of this 1920s-era University City, Missouri home had gorgeous architectural details, most impressively, stunning diamond-patterned terrazzo floors. They don't build them like this anymore. We helped the homeowner with the furniture layout in the difficult (long and narrow) space and developed an overall design using her existing furnishings as a jumping-off point. We painted the walls and picture moulding a soft, velvety black to give the space seriously cozy vibes and play up the beautiful floors. Accent furniture pieces (like the green velvet chairs), French linen draperies, rug, lighting, artwork, velvet pillows, and fur throw up the sophistication quotient while creating a space thats still comfortable enough to curl up with a cup of tea and a good book.

Grand Millenial in Quail Creek

Alicia Zupan Designs

Living Room - custom paneled walls - 2 story room Pure White Walls. **Before: the master bedroom was above the living room before remodel
Design ideas for an expansive traditional formal loft-style living room in Oklahoma City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, coffered and panelled walls.

Jersey Farmhouse

Landes Interiors & Showroom

Country enclosed living room in Channel Islands with blue walls, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, beige floor and panelled walls.

Elegance Redefined - Uplands, Victoria BC

Jessica Velikovsky Interios

Vaulted 24' great room with shiplap ceiling, brick two story fireplace and lots of room to entertain!
Photo of a transitional formal open concept living room in Vancouver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a brick fireplace surround, a standard fireplace, no tv, brown floor, timber and panelled walls.

Les soubassements

Staff Décor

Photo : © Julien Fernandez / Amandine et Jules – Hotel particulier a Angers par l’architecte Laurent Dray.
Mid-sized transitional enclosed living room in Angers with a library, blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, beige floor, coffered and panelled walls.

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.

Driving Run Living Room

Lydia Maskiell Interiors

This is an example of a contemporary formal enclosed living room in Hobart with grey walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, no tv, grey floor and panelled walls.

Rowayton, CT

Rich AV Design, LLC.

Photo of a beach style formal living room in New York with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, brown floor, exposed beam, vaulted and panelled walls.

Luxurious Lake Home | Oconomowoc, WI

Kowalske Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for an expansive transitional formal open concept living room in Milwaukee with blue walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Riverside Drive II

Fink & Platt Architects

Inspiration for a transitional formal enclosed living room in New York with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Some projects with Diane Bishop Interiors!

Kingston Ko Photography

Design ideas for a transitional formal open concept living room in Philadelphia with a standard fireplace, white walls, medium hardwood floors, no tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Living Room Design Photos with No TV and Panelled Walls

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.