Photographer: Terri Glanger
Photo of a contemporary open concept living room in Dallas with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, no tv, orange floor, a standard fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

HERE Design and Architecture Santa Fe Renovations - Living Room

HERE Design and Architecture

Santa Fe Renovations - Living Room. Interior renovation modernizes clients' folk-art-inspired furnishings. New: paint finishes, hearth, seating, side tables, custom tv cabinet, contemporary art, antique rugs, window coverings, lighting, ceiling fans. Contemporary art by Melanie Newcombe: https://melanienewcombe.com Construction by Casanova Construction, Sapello, NM. Photo by Abstract Photography, Inc., all rights reserved.

Yellowstone Club Residence

Tate Interiors

Longview Studios
Inspiration for a country formal living room in Other with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and orange floor.

Rancho Santa Fe Luxury home staging

HomeScapes Home Staging San Diego

The high beamed ceilings add to the spacious feeling of this luxury coastal home. Saltillo tiles and a large corner fireplace add to its warmth.
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean open concept living room in San Diego with a home bar, terra-cotta floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and orange floor.

Carefree Arizona

Don Ziebell

Lisa Romerein (photography) Oz Interiors (interior design) Linthicum (construction)
Inspiration for a mediterranean formal living room in Phoenix with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and orange floor.

Light Pistachio Green Kitchen

Boss Design Center

Kitchen with Island, Sink, Cabinets, and Hardwood Floors in New Luxury Home, with View of Living Room, Dining Room, and Outdoor Patio
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary formal loft-style living room in DC Metro with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and orange floor.

Transitional Spanish

User

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in Los Angeles with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a corner fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, orange floor and no tv.

Rénovation totale d'un appartement à Saint Tropez

Hélèna Gendre Décoration

Ce grand salon est la pièce centrale de l'appartement. Le sol était carrelé de belles terre cuites qui ont été conservées et nettoyées. Les meubles, les luminaires et les objets déco ont été chinés pour les clients.

Southwestern Style Home Remodel

Blue Eye Interiors

Don’t shy away from the style of New Mexico by adding southwestern influence throughout this whole home remodel!
Large open concept living room in Albuquerque with beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a corner fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and orange floor.

Un cocon à la campagne

ab-dco

This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Grenoble with beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, orange floor and exposed beam.

Décoration d’intérieur projet Aix en Provence

IN-SITU 17 Aix

Frédérique COELHO DA SILVA
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Marseille with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and orange floor.

Martis Camp Retreat

TINEKE TRIGGS

Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, orange floor, a ribbon fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

Vintner Tuscan

The Vintage Wood Floor Company

Cozy family room with raised reclaimed wood and reclaimed wood beams. Stone wall work and stone tile floor.
This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Orange County with terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and orange floor.

Traditional Modern Living Area with Stacked Stone Fireplace

ULFBUILT

The wood, twigs, and stone elements complete the modern rustic design of the living room. Bringing the earthy elements inside creates a relaxing atmosphere while entertaining guests or just spending a lazy day in the living room. Built by ULFBUILT, a general contractor in Vail CO.

South Capitol Southwestern House

Pink Dwelling

Elisa Macomber
Small enclosed living room in Other with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and orange floor.

Projet Bertha

Karen Tinka Design Intérieur

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in Paris with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, orange floor and exposed beam.

Luxury Living In An Exquisite West Coast Contemporary Home

Interior Solutions Design Group Inc.

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary open concept living room in Vancouver with medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and orange floor.

Stacked Stone Fireplace

ULFBUILT

The stacked stone fireplace adds rustic element to this elegant living room. The antique jar is consistent with the neutral colors of the room and the transition design of this house. This rustic theme living room is built by ULFBUILT, a custom home builder in Vail Colorado that specializes in new home construction and home renovations.

Restauro Complesso ViaNuova

Arch. Alessandra Cipriani

Soggiorno / pranzo open
Expansive country open concept living room in Florence with beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, orange floor, vaulted and brick walls.

Long Lounge Made More Inviting

Cour Interior Design

A challenging room to decorate; this long narrow lounge had been foreshortened by a dark sofa part way along, which wasted space at one end. The brief was to make the room feel brighter, more welcoming, inclusive and open so as to enjoy the view into the garden. The owners also wished to retain their curtains and have a slight wow input. To brighten the room Farrow and Ball Slipper Satin was applied to the walls and ceiling, the coving and rose work was picked out in white and a lighter 4 seater sofa plus reclining chair was sourced from Sofology. It was decided to upgrade a green leather stressless chair by having it professionally stained a burnt orange by the Furniture clinic and this upcycling was a huge success. A bespoke chandelier was designed with the client then commissioned from Cotterell and Rocke and gold wall lights cast gentle shadows over surfaces. The wow element was incorporated via new coving with hidden coloured lighting which would shine across the ceiling. A very soft orange offsets the furniture, but this can be changed by remote control to any colour of the rainbow according to mood. Some small inherited pieces of furniture were upgraded with Annie Sloane paint and the furniture placed so as to create a peaceful reading area facing the garden, where the stressless chair could be turned to join the main body of the room if necessary. A glass coffee table was used to make the room feel more open and soft burnt orange accent tones were picked up from the curtains to add depth and interest.

All Fireplace Surrounds Living Room Design Photos with Orange 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.