Juliet Murphy
This is an example of a small contemporary open concept living room in London with light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and purple walls.

Autumnal Inspiration

Sofa.com

A cosy little piece that will fit at the end of your bed, in the study, next to the bath, in the hall or, if you insist, in your living room. Don't be fooled by the size; just because she's small doesn't mean that Yanna isn't absurdly comfy. The Yanna 2 seat sofa in Sloe cotton matt velvet, £1.240:

Boston South End

Ana Donohue Interiors

michael Lee
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in Boston with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and purple walls.

Ralais Ginevra

Simone Cappelletti

Simone Cappelletti
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean living room in Bologna with purple walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and beige floor.

January and February work by Coastal Stage and Rearrange

Coastal Stage and Rearrange

Take a twist on traditional
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian formal enclosed living room in Other with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, a plaster fireplace surround, brown floor and purple walls.

Angela Row Houses-Pleasanton Manor

Kelly Tivey Interior Design

Pettigrew Photography
Design ideas for a transitional enclosed living room in San Francisco with purple walls, dark hardwood floors and a plaster fireplace surround.

Greenwich Contemporary Home

Eileen R. Corbin, Interior Design

This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in New York with purple walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and no tv.

Charleston Symphony Designer Showhouse

Westend Interiors

This is an example of a transitional formal open concept living room in Charleston with purple walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Carole Fabrics Designs

Design by Henderson

Carole Fabrics Design and Photo
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in Los Angeles with purple walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, brown floor and no tv.

Harringay Victorian Flat

Emilie Fournet Interiors

Kasia Fiszer
Large eclectic living room in London with purple walls, painted wood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and white floor.

Highland House

Baldwin Design Group

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Baltimore with purple walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

Armstrong: Bruce

Century Tile

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Our Work

Jackson Stuart Co.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in San Diego with dark hardwood floors, brown floor, purple walls, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Another remodeling in Encino living room

FIDELITY Builders and Design

Joana Morrison
Photo of a large transitional formal loft-style living room in Los Angeles with purple walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Park Views

Inson Dubois Wood LLC

Photo of a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in New York with purple walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and no tv.

Karastan Products

Excelsior Paint & Design Carpet One

Photo of a mid-sized traditional formal living room in Minneapolis with purple walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Bedroom interior design

Helena Hryhorieva

Elena Hryhorieva
Design ideas for a large living room in Other with purple walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Transitional Charleston Battery Symphony Designer Showhouse by Evon & Daly

Westend Interiors

Inspiration for a transitional formal open concept living room in Charleston with purple walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and no tv.

Custom Shades

Specialty drapery

Dual Snowdrop
This is an example of a large contemporary enclosed living room in Richmond with purple walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

CUISINE

Chiara Dellera / interior design

Photo of a contemporary open concept living room in Milan with purple walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Living Room Design Photos with Purple Walls and a Plaster Fireplace Surround

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.