Photo of a modern living room in Other with grey walls, porcelain floors, a freestanding tv and timber.

This is an example of a small contemporary formal open concept living room in Milan with white walls, porcelain floors, a wall-mounted tv, recessed and wallpaper.

Meydenbauer Bay

Dandi Interior Design Studio

PNW Modern living room with a tongue & groove ceiling detail, floor to ceiling windows and La Cantina doors that extend to the balcony. Bellevue, WA remodel on Lake Washington.

Дачный дом в поселке Репино Парк

PavelIsaev

Inspiration for a large living room in Saint Petersburg with porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Дом из бруса в Выборге

Студия дизайна Татьяны Ефремовой

This is an example of a mid-sized open concept living room in Saint Petersburg with a home bar, beige walls, porcelain floors, a hanging fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, timber and wood walls.

Bighorn Palm Desert luxury modern home living room open to terrace

Whipple Russell Architects

Bighorn Palm Desert luxury modern home living room open to terrace. Photo by William MacCollum.
Design ideas for a large modern formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, white floor and recessed.

Salotto

PRF Studio di Gianluca Pezzoli

Anche la porta di accesso alla taverna è stata rivestita in parquet, per rendere maggiormente l'effetto richiesto dal committente.
Inspiration for a large scandinavian open concept living room in Milan with white walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a concealed tv, grey floor, recessed and wood walls.

Загородный дом в Маслово

BW buro

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Moscow with a library, white walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

Eichler Living Room

SurroundYou Design

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in San Francisco with porcelain floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, black floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Estero Residence

RAW Design & Consulting /RAW Architecture + Design

Decor and accessories selection and assistance with furniture layout.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Other with beige walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, recessed and wallpaper.

Eichler - Inspired Home

Carmit Oron Interior Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, grey floor, timber and vaulted.

Reforma "Aribau"

Sincro

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Barcelona with grey walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv, grey floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

Open space

Fab N' Frugal Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Other with a home bar, grey walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and exposed beam.

Mediterranean Living Room

Photo of an expansive mediterranean formal open concept living room in Miami with brown walls, a standard fireplace, porcelain floors, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Lake View Hideaway

HUDSON DESIGN Architecture & Construction Mgmt

Photo of an expansive contemporary enclosed living room in New York with white walls, porcelain floors, grey floor, vaulted and wood.

Minimalist Organic Boho

Monarch & Maker

In tune with the client's organic and bohemian style, the designers at Monarch & Maker infused the space with natural materials and earthy hues, breathing life into the space.

CASA B

doppiozero

Inspiration for a small modern open concept living room in Florence with white walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and recessed.

ЗАГОРОДНЫЙ ДОМ В ПОСЕЛКЕ «ОСТРОВ»

АВИЛА. Студия интерьера и архитектуры

Mid-sized country open concept living room in Saint Petersburg with a library, white walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, no tv, black floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Islamorada House

SOL Y MAR INTERIORS

Open plan modern coastal living room and dining room.
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Other with white walls, porcelain floors, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and wood.

Custom Home - Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Dreamstar Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large modern open concept living room in Miami with grey walls, porcelain floors, a built-in media wall, white floor and coffered.

All Ceiling Designs Living Room Design Photos with Porcelain Floors

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.