Small industrial formal enclosed living room in Manchester with blue walls, laminate floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and recessed.

Bohemian Family Room

ITECTDESIGN LLC.

Open Family room-dining room & Kitchen Boho-chic design characterized by neutral color palette, natural material, and lots of art. the living room consists of a u-shaped sectional, a modern simple fireplace surrounded by a minimalist design side chair for a beautiful reading corner.

Projet Maison Lisa

Maison Gabinel

Inspiration for a large scandinavian open concept living room in Paris with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and recessed.

Home on the Plains - Magnolia Journal Feature Project

Kelsey Leigh Design Co.

Mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Oklahoma City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and recessed.

Tyrol Hills Contemporary Living Room

10K Architecture

Contemporary new construction home with spacious main level kitchen and living space. Space features a folding door system with Phantom screen, linear fireplace, massive island, hardwood floors, cast concrete panel fireplace surround, and floor to ceiling windows.

Luxurious Hamptons Home

Cordony Group

Large beach style formal open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Multi-Generational Riverfront Dream Home

Echelon Builders, FL

The stunning two story cast stone fireplace anchors the living room. Twin niches display matching art work, reflect the owners heritage and add a pop of color to the space. Note the dramatic tray ceiling and iron railing on the second floor bridge

PROJET : ÉLÉGANCE URBAINE

Distingo Home Staging

This is an example of a large modern open concept living room in Montreal with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and recessed.

Pacific NW Modern Dwelling

User

Honey stained oak flooring gives way to flagstone in this modern sunken den, a space capped in fine fashion by an ever-growing square pattern of stained alder. Coordinating stained trim punctuates the ivory ceiling and walls that provide a warm backdrop for a contemporary artwork in shades of red and gold. A modern brass floor lamp stands to the side of the almond chenille sofa that sports graphic print pillows in chocolate and orange. Resting on an off-white and gray Moroccan rug is an acacia root cocktail table that displays a large knotted accessory made of graphite stained wood. A glass side table with gold base is home to a c.1960s lamp with an orange pouring glaze. A faux fur throw pillow is tucked into a side chair stained dark walnut and upholstered in tone on tone stripes. Across the way is an acacia root ball alongside a lounge chair and ottoman upholstered in rust chenille. Hanging above the chair is a contemporary piece of artwork in autumnal shades. The fireplace an Ortal Space Creator 120 is surrounded in cream concrete and serves to divide the den from the dining area while allowing light to filter through. Bronze metal sliding doors open wide to allow easy access to the covered porch while creating a great space for indoor/outdoor entertaining.

The K House

Christia Nor Interiors

This is an example of a midcentury living room in Kent with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, recessed and panelled walls.

Salón comedor y cocina

DCID Interior Design

This is an example of a large scandinavian open concept living room in Malaga with a home bar, white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and recessed.

14 E Eastbourne Rd

Realm Photography

Transitional living room in Sydney with a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and recessed.

Lincoln Park Residence

Eva Quateman Interiors

Gorgeous living room with shades of grey, white black and pops of colorful art. Werner Straube Photography
This is an example of a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Chicago with grey walls, a standard fireplace, dark hardwood floors, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and recessed.

Escalera

DCID Interior Design

Photo of a large scandinavian open concept living room in Malaga with a home bar, white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and recessed.

14 E Eastbourne Rd

Realm Photography

Photo of a contemporary living room in Sydney with a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and recessed.

Military Veteran Doctor in the house.

Painting Hue LLC

The magician at work. His Legend Lives On.
Inspiration for a large formal living room in DC Metro with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and recessed.

Traditional Living Room

NVS Interiors

Mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, recessed and brick walls.

Multi-Generational Riverfront Dream Home

Echelon Builders, FL

On the inside of the home rather than more formal spaces, the contemporary essence is seen in its large, open, and connected spaces with a monochromatic color palate. This style is both family and entertaining friendly. The initial impression upon entering the foyer is that of drama as seen in the two story bay windows overlooking the river and pool, along with a traditional cast stone, two story fireplace, a curved, custom, iron stair rail, a second floor bridge overlooking the living room, niches, and Corinthian columns.

Pomeroy Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Transitional Customer Space | AL

Flooret

This wire-brushed, robust cocoa design features perfectly balanced undertones and a healthy amount of variation for a classic look that grounds every room. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

The K House

Christia Nor Interiors

Photo of a midcentury living room in Kent with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, recessed and panelled walls.

Living Room Design Photos with a Concrete Fireplace Surround and Recessed

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.