Original beam ceilings and expansive glass windows are typical details used by mid-century modernist John Storrs. The layout of the space optimizes the focal point of the giant stone fireplace and the surrounding lightness of the glass.

The Cabin- Elk Two

BENNEFIELD Construction Ltd.

This space is one of several cabins built lakefront for some very special clients.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern loft-style living room in Other with a home bar, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Heady Lake Hartwell Addition & Renovation

Chapman Design Group, Inc.

Originally built in 1990 the Heady Lakehouse began as a 2,800SF family retreat and now encompasses over 5,635SF. It is located on a steep yet welcoming lot overlooking a cove on Lake Hartwell that pulls you in through retaining walls wrapped with White Brick into a courtyard laid with concrete pavers in an Ashlar Pattern. This whole home renovation allowed us the opportunity to completely enhance the exterior of the home with all new LP Smartside painted with Amherst Gray with trim to match the Quaker new bone white windows for a subtle contrast. You enter the home under a vaulted tongue and groove white washed ceiling facing an entry door surrounded by White brick. Once inside you’re encompassed by an abundance of natural light flooding in from across the living area from the 9’ triple door with transom windows above. As you make your way into the living area the ceiling opens up to a coffered ceiling which plays off of the 42” fireplace that is situated perpendicular to the dining area. The open layout provides a view into the kitchen as well as the sunroom with floor to ceiling windows boasting panoramic views of the lake. Looking back you see the elegant touches to the kitchen with Quartzite tops, all brass hardware to match the lighting throughout, and a large 4’x8’ Santorini Blue painted island with turned legs to provide a note of color. The owner’s suite is situated separate to one side of the home allowing a quiet retreat for the homeowners. Details such as the nickel gap accented bed wall, brass wall mounted bed-side lamps, and a large triple window complete the bedroom. Access to the study through the master bedroom further enhances the idea of a private space for the owners to work. It’s bathroom features clean white vanities with Quartz counter tops, brass hardware and fixtures, an obscure glass enclosed shower with natural light, and a separate toilet room. The left side of the home received the largest addition which included a new over-sized 3 bay garage with a dog washing shower, a new side entry with stair to the upper and a new laundry room. Over these areas, the stair will lead you to two new guest suites featuring a Jack & Jill Bathroom and their own Lounging and Play Area. The focal point for entertainment is the lower level which features a bar and seating area. Opposite the bar you walk out on the concrete pavers to a covered outdoor kitchen feature a 48” grill, Large Big Green Egg smoker, 30” Diameter Evo Flat-top Grill, and a sink all surrounded by granite countertops that sit atop a white brick base with stainless steel access doors. The kitchen overlooks a 60” gas fire pit that sits adjacent to a custom gunite eight sided hot tub with travertine coping that looks out to the lake. This elegant and timeless approach to this 5,000SF three level addition and renovation allowed the owner to add multiple sleeping and entertainment areas while rejuvenating a beautiful lake front lot with subtle contrasting colors.

Bend Oregon Vacation Cottage

Wittmer Construction

Custom built vacation home in Central Oregon. Client's focus on bringing different elements and textures together: metal and wood.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Other with a concrete fireplace surround, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Modern Farmhouse

Lakeside Custom Homes

Modern farmhouse living room featuring beamed, vaulted ceiling with storefront black aluminum windows.
Photo of a large country open concept living room in Other with ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Scandi style apartment

No.54 Interiors

Open plan Scandi style studio apartment with light walls painted in Little Greene Slaked Lime and vintage furniture.
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in West Midlands with white walls, light hardwood floors, timber and planked wall panelling.

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NORDIC BUILDERS - MODERN TIMBERFRAME DESIGN BUILD

I was pretty happy when I saw these black windows going in. Just cleans up the look so much. I used to be a big fan of white windows and years of my wife mocking me and telling me black was the only way to go finally must have sunk in. A ton of my design preferences have come from her over the years. I think we have combined both of our favorites into one. It's been a long road with a LOT of changing ideas to get to this point of our design methods. Massive change and then now just a little changing and tweaking. Seems like always veering toward more modern lines and minimalism and simplicity while getting more rustic at the same time. My dad would have been proud. He always called himself a chainsaw carpenter. His style was a little more rustic than the current NB palette but its weird how we keep moving more in that direction.

The Dunes

Renovation Angel Interior Design Noosa

Feature gas fire with cantilevered stone. Wall hung tv, furniture and style.
This is an example of a small beach style open concept living room in Sunshine Coast with white walls, light hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Olive Street

Julian Design

Small beach style open concept living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

The Ranch House in Almaden Valley

Carmit Oron Interior Design

Inspiration for a large country enclosed living room in San Francisco with a library, white walls, dark hardwood floors, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Craftsman in the Country

Live Oak Home Builders

Great room with lots of custom trim and stained accents.
Photo of a large arts and crafts open concept living room in Other with white walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, multi-coloured floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Portfolio Staging for Developer

BK Classic Collections Home Stagers

Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in Boston with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, recessed and planked wall panelling.

Sea Hawk

Surfside Home Co.

Fireplace with stone, shiplap walls, and wood ceilings.
Photo of a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Other with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, wood and planked wall panelling.

Pinecrest Residence

Anders Lasater Architects

photo by Chad Mellon
Photo of a large beach style open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround, beige floor, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, vaulted, wood and planked wall panelling.

Stunning Living room & dining area concept

Yantram Animation Studio

This concept your ideas to decorate modern house, which makes you feel of breath-taking with comfortable blue sofa with table,stylish wall design, glass stairs,flowers, dinning table with modern chairs & pendant lights.Combination of blue sofa with white & wall feels relaxing.

Modern Farm House

Pillar & Perch: Architects + Builders

Large open living with corner brick fireplace and natural light coming from above. Built-in window seat.
Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in Other with a library, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

DeVinci Cast Stone-Quick Ship Mantels

DeVinci Cast Stone

The Elemental -DIY Cast Stone Fireplace Mantel Elemental’s modern and elegant style blends clean lines with minimal ornamentation. The surround’s waterfall edge detail creates a distinctive architectural flair that’s sure to draw the eye. This mantel provides a perfect timeless expression.

Reclaimed Brick with Board and Batten Modern Farmhouse on Acreage

Wyrick Residential Design

This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Houston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Modern Transitional, Palo Alto, CA

AK Design

Modern chic living room with white oak hardwood floors, shiplap accent wall, white & gray paint, white oak shelves, indoor-outdoor style doors, tiled fireplace, white oak glass railing, black glass entry door with gold hardware, wood stairs treads, and high-end select designers' furnishings.

Great Room In Modern Mountain Home

Germania Construction

The great room in this home offers a comfortable area to relax, eat, and gather. With views, easy access to the outdoor porch, and a stone surround fireplace, it's easy to see how this central hub of the home draws family and friends together.

Living Room Design Photos with Planked Wall Panelling

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.