Decorative Built-In Shelving with integrated LED lights to display artwork and collectibles.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Miami with white walls, no tv, white floor, porcelain floors and coffered.

Hill Country Shingle

Ekman Design Studio

Paneled walls, Limestone accent wall, custom carved black honed marble fireplace, coffered ceiling
Design ideas for a traditional formal enclosed living room in Denver with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Urban Hacienda - Living Room www.hryanstudio.com

H. Ryan Studio

Heather Ryan, Interior Designer H.Ryan Studio - Scottsdale, AZ www.hryanstudio.com
Design ideas for a mid-sized formal enclosed living room in Phoenix with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a corner fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and exposed beam.

Verdant Living- Family Room

LDa Architecture & Interiors

TEAM Developer: Green Phoenix Development Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Interior Design: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: Essex Restoration Home Stager: BK Classic Collections Home Stagers Photographer: Greg Premru Photography

Living Room

Christie Architecture LLC

Inspiration for a large midcentury formal open concept living room in Portland with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Molokai Residence

WhiteSpace Architects

This is an example of a mid-sized tropical open concept living room in Hawaii with white walls, bamboo floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Newton Contemporary

Sage Builders LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Boston with white walls, a standard fireplace, light hardwood floors, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Traditional Living Room

Design ideas for a traditional formal enclosed living room in Dallas with black walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and no tv.

Redwood Road

ODS Architecture

Inspiration for a modern formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, no tv and vaulted.

Post + Beam Reimagined

Melinda Mandell Interior Design

Our goal was to create an elegant current space that fit naturally into the architecture, utilizing tailored furniture and subtle tones and textures. We wanted to make the space feel lighter, open, and spacious both for entertaining and daily life. The fireplace received a face lift with a bright white paint job and a black honed slab hearth. We thoughtfully incorporated durable fabrics and materials as our client's home life includes dogs and children.

Apartment 1408

UnBox. Design

Stepping into the house, we are greeted by the free-flowing spaces of the foyer, living and dining. A white foyer console in turned wood and a wicker-accent mirror gives a taste of the bright, sunny spaces within this abode. The living room with its full-length fenestration brings in a soft glow that lights up the whole space. A snug seating arrangement around a statement West-Elm center table invites one in for warm and cozy conversations. The back-wall has elegant architectural mouldings that add an old-world charm to the space. Within these mouldings are Claymen faces that bring in a touch of whimsy and child-like joy. An azure blue sofa by Asian Arts faces the azure of the ‘blue box’, connected here to the kitchen. Calming creams and whites of the drapes and furnishings are balanced by the warmth of wooden accents.

White Christmas

Delphinium Design

Detailed shot of updated living room with white natural stone full-wall fireplace, custom floating mantel, greige built-ins with inset doors and drawers, locally sourced artwork above the mantel, coffered ceiling and refinished hardwood floors in the Ballantyne Country Club neighborhood of Charlotte, NC

Fishtown Row

Wyant Architecture

A narrow formal parlor space is divided into two zones flanking the original marble fireplace - a sitting area on one side and an audio zone on the other.

Ocala, FL Home With Pecky Cypress and Midnight Heart Cypress

Goodwin Heart Pine Company

Inspiration for a large formal open concept living room in Orlando with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and wood.

Интерьер квартиры в Казани. Автор - Дина Зарипова

Диана Григорян

Design project of modern interior in Russia, Kazan. There are work space for interior designer, small cozy bedroom, relax spot, compact kitchen and bathroom. The inspiration of this design is national Tatar traditions. Its about rattan furniture and bright carpet.

Интерьер квартиры в Казани. Автор - Дина Зарипова

Диана Григорян

Living Room

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Grand Rapids with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, no tv and wood.

Traditional Living Room

Photo of a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Seattle with yellow walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, coffered and wallpaper.

Copper Bay

Glas Associates

A comfortable living room with large furniture-style built-ins around the stone fireplace Photo by Ashley Avila Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Grand Rapids with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and coffered.

Yankee California Coastal

KC Studio

Instead of the traditional sofa/chair seating arrangement, four comfy chairs allow for gathering, reading, conversation and napping.
Photo of a small beach style open concept living room in Orange County with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and vaulted.

All Ceiling Designs Living Room Design Photos with 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.