LDKを雁行しながら進む間仕切り壁。仕上げは能登仁行和紙の珪藻土入り紙。薄桃色のものは焼成された珪藻土入り、薄いベージュのものは焼成前の珪藻土が漉き込まれている。
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in Other with pink walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, vaulted and wallpaper.

Project Merri

Bryanoji Design Studio

The architect minimized the finish materials palette. Both roof and exterior siding are 4-way-interlocking machined aluminium shingles, installed by the same sub-contractor to maximize quality and productivity. Interior finishes and built-in furniture were limited to plywood and OSB (oriented strand board) with no decorative trimmings. The open floor plan reduced the need for doors and thresholds. In return, his rather stoic approach expanded client’s freedom for space use, an essential criterion for single family homes.

代沢の家

冨田秀雄建築アトリエ

北面のﾘﾋﾞﾝｸﾞ。屋根の傾斜をそのまま表現した天井の高いリビングです。東からの光を採りいれる三角のﾊｲｻｲﾄﾞﾗｲﾄ。リビングとダイニングをあえて分けることで、異なるｽﾍﾟｰｽを楽しめます。
Small modern enclosed living room in Tokyo with a library, white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor and vaulted.

清瀬の家

SCaD株式会社　一級建築士事務所

This is an example of a mid-sized asian formal open concept living room in Tokyo Suburbs with beige walls, plywood floors, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and wallpaper.

Accessible Group Home

Brindley Architects

View of the living room with open space for wheelchair manoeuvring and parking to watch TV or talk to each other
Small contemporary open concept living room in Sunshine Coast with grey walls, plywood floors, a freestanding tv, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Project Merri

Bryanoji Design Studio

Sitting room with wood stove. Tall ceiing shape reflects roof outline.
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Boston with a wood stove, vaulted, wood, wood walls, plywood floors and a concrete fireplace surround.

代沢の家

冨田秀雄建築アトリエ

北面のﾘﾋﾞﾝｸﾞ。屋根の傾斜をそのまま表現した天井の高いリビングです。東からの光を採りいれる三角のﾊｲｻｲﾄﾞﾗｲﾄ。リビングとダイニングをあえて分けることで、異なるｽﾍﾟｰｽを楽しめます。
Photo of a small modern enclosed living room in Tokyo with a library, white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor and vaulted.

代沢の家

冨田秀雄建築アトリエ

北面のﾘﾋﾞﾝｸﾞ。屋根の傾斜をそのまま表現した天井の高いリビングです。東からの光を採りいれる三角のﾊｲｻｲﾄﾞﾗｲﾄ。リビングとダイニングをあえて分けることで、異なるｽﾍﾟｰｽを楽しめます。
Design ideas for a small modern enclosed living room in Tokyo with a library, white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor and vaulted.

横須賀の家　追浜

プラスプロスペクトコッテージ一級建築士事務所

「まちかど」としての家。
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in Other with beige walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, no tv, brown floor, vaulted and wallpaper.

This is an example of a mid-sized asian formal open concept living room in Tokyo Suburbs with beige walls, plywood floors, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and wallpaper.

代沢の家

冨田秀雄建築アトリエ

北面のﾘﾋﾞﾝｸﾞ。屋根の傾斜をそのまま表現した天井の高いリビングです。東からの光を採りいれる三角のﾊｲｻｲﾄﾞﾗｲﾄ。リビングとダイニングをあえて分けることで、異なるｽﾍﾟｰｽを楽しめます。
Inspiration for a small modern enclosed living room in Tokyo with a library, white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor and vaulted.

清瀬の家

SCaD株式会社　一級建築士事務所

Inspiration for a mid-sized asian formal open concept living room in Tokyo Suburbs with beige walls, plywood floors, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and wallpaper.

Accessible Group Home

Brindley Architects

View of the living room with open space for wheelchair manoeuvring and parking to watch TV or talk to each other
Inspiration for a small contemporary open concept living room in Sunshine Coast with white walls, plywood floors, brown floor, vaulted, panelled walls and a freestanding tv.

Living Room Design Photos with Plywood Floors and Vaulted

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.