This is an example of a midcentury open concept living room in Other with concrete floors, a freestanding tv, grey floor 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.

Lounge Area

Silver Construction Corporation

Wood Chandelier, 20’ sliding glass wall, poured concrete walls
Large contemporary open concept living room in Phoenix with grey walls, concrete floors, a hanging fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, coffered and panelled walls.

West Side Modern

Pulse Design

Custom fireplace design with 3-way horizontal fireplace unit. This intricate design includes a concealed audio cabinet with custom slatted doors, lots of hidden storage with touch latch hardware and custom corner cabinet door detail. Walnut veneer material is complimented with a black Dekton surface by Cosentino.

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.

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.

Интерьер NG

INT2architecture

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Saint Petersburg with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and panelled walls.

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.

Yungaburra House

neil design

Spacious, light filled, open living area with pitched roof, polished concrete flooring and VJ wall lining. Wall lights highlight the ceiling volume. An oversize bespoke cast concrete bench seat provides seating and display against the wall. Natural breezes through the louvre windows are supplemented by the large black ceiling fan.

Hedgestown

JEArchitecture

Corner Stove
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Dublin with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a concealed tv, grey floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

BDC Homes Showhome

Lucy Furniss Design

Here we have the main lounge featuring a built-in gas fireplace, floating cabinetry and a bespoke ply grid feature wall.
This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in Hamilton with white walls, concrete floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, black floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Ericson House

Eastside Design Studio

Livingroom from Kitchen
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, wood and panelled walls.

Hedgestown

JEArchitecture

Corner Stove with large picture window to rear
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Dublin with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a concealed tv, grey floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Walker Street Extension

Charles Maccora Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in Geelong with black walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a concealed tv, grey floor and panelled walls.

Woodside Modern Allure

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Inspiration for a 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.

Yungaburra House

neil design

An oversize bespoke cast concrete bench seat provides seating and display against the wall. Light fills the open living area which features polished concrete flooring and VJ wall lining.

Интерьер NG

INT2architecture

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Saint Petersburg with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and panelled walls.

Una casa da collezione

homebyn Annamaria Pivetta

Nel living l'area pranzo dialoga con l'area relax. Qui è stata portata una libreria in noce che permette la consultazione dei volumi d'arte nel bel tavolo di cristallo. Le sedute di gusto Bauhaus danno il timbro a questo soggiorno dove dialogano punti luce di vario stile ed epoca.

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 Concrete Floors 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.