Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Amsterdam with brown walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, grey floor and panelled walls.

Woodside Modern Allure

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Large modern open concept living room in Minneapolis with brown walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and panelled walls.

CASA LLERS

Marta Estarriol Interiorisme

This is an example of a modern open concept living room in Other with brown walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, grey floor and panelled walls.

Mid-Mod Home Design

Jenna Morley Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury living room in Sacramento with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, wood and panelled walls.

435W and 104N Adams

Ripple D+B Co

Photo of a large contemporary open concept living room in Dallas with brown walls, ceramic floors, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, wood and panelled walls.

Ink 'n Earth Apartment

EASY Interior Design Ltd

The feature wall is design to be functional, with hidden storage in the upper and bottom parts, broken down with a open showcase, lighted with LED strips.

The Lighthouse

Bayith

This photo is an internal view of the living/dining room as part of a new-build family house. The oak cabinetry was designed and constructed by our specialist team. LED lighting was integrated into the shelving and acoustic oak slatted panels were used to combat the noise of open plan family living.

Lägenhet i Moskva Tverskaya

Hansen studio

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Stockholm with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, grey floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Jordan Rd Whole House

CERULEAN CONSTRUCTION INC

Midcentury living room in San Francisco with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Obra Nueva - Casa MM

Gallego Arquitectura

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed living room in Other with brown walls, concrete floors, grey floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Homespire House, Canterbury

The Style Brush Architecture & Interiors

The brief was to transform the apartment into a functional and comfortable home, suitable for everyday living; a place of warmth and true homeliness. Excitingly, we were encouraged to be brave and bold with colour, and so we took inspiration from the beautiful garden of England; Kent . We opted for a palette of French greys, Farrow and Ball's warm neutrals, rich textures and textiles. We hope you like the result as much as we did!

Lauren Kay Sims Lakehouse - Fireplace Views

Urbanology Designs

This expansive wood panel wall with a gorgeous cast stone traditional fireplace provide a stunning setting for family gatherings. Vintage pieces on both the mantle and the coffee table, tumbleweed, and fresh greenery give this space dimension and character. Chandelier is designer, and adds a modern vibe.

1960's remodel - Japanese & Scandinavian style house

Mark Hazeldine Photography

Basement living room extension with floor to ceiling sliding doors, plywood and stone tile walls and concrete and wood flooring create an inside-outside living space.

Huizache House

PAUL CREMOUX studio

A visual artist and his fiancée’s house and studio were designed with various themes in mind, such as the physical context, client needs, security, and a limited budget. Six options were analyzed during the schematic design stage to control the wind from the northeast, sunlight, light quality, cost, energy, and specific operating expenses. By using design performance tools and technologies such as Fluid Dynamics, Energy Consumption Analysis, Material Life Cycle Assessment, and Climate Analysis, sustainable strategies were identified. The building is self-sufficient and will provide the site with an aquifer recharge that does not currently exist. The main masses are distributed around a courtyard, creating a moderately open construction towards the interior and closed to the outside. The courtyard contains a Huizache tree, surrounded by a water mirror that refreshes and forms a central part of the courtyard. The house comprises three main volumes, each oriented at different angles to highlight different views for each area. The patio is the primary circulation stratagem, providing a refuge from the wind, a connection to the sky, and a night sky observatory. We aim to establish a deep relationship with the site by including the open space of the patio.

AP.83

MAHU atelier

Mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in Amsterdam with brown walls, painted wood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Montecito

Indian Wells Interiors

Traditional Formal living room with all of the old world charm
Inspiration for a large formal enclosed living room in Other with brown walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Good Hart Cottage Remodel

Edgewater Design Group

The client came to us to assist with transforming their small family cabin into a year-round residence that would continue the family legacy. The home was originally built by our client’s grandfather so keeping much of the existing interior woodwork and stone masonry fireplace was a must. They did not want to lose the rustic look and the warmth of the pine paneling. The view of Lake Michigan was also to be maintained. It was important to keep the home nestled within its surroundings. There was a need to update the kitchen, add a laundry & mud room, install insulation, add a heating & cooling system, provide additional bedrooms and more bathrooms. The addition to the home needed to look intentional and provide plenty of room for the entire family to be together. Low maintenance exterior finish materials were used for the siding and trims as well as natural field stones at the base to match the original cabin’s charm.

Dunsmuir

Natural Stone Resources

Photo of a country formal open concept living room in Orange County with brown walls, beige floor, panelled walls, planked wall panelling and wood walls.

Homespire House, Canterbury

The Style Brush Architecture & Interiors

1960's remodel - Japanese & Scandinavian style house

Mark Hazeldine Photography

Basement living room extension with floor to ceiling sliding doors, plywood panelling a stone tile feature wall (with integrated TV) and concrete/wood flooring to create an inside-outside living space.

Living Room Design Photos with Brown Walls 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.