Windows were added to this living space for maximum light. The clients' collection of art and sculpture are the focus of the room. A custom limestone fireplace was designed to add focus to the only wall in this space. The furniture is a mix of custom English and contemporary all atop antique Persian rugs. The blue velvet bench in front was designed by Mr. Dodge out of maple to offset the antiques in the room and compliment the contemporary art. All the windows overlook the cabana, art studio, pool and patio.

Malibu

The Sofa Guy

KODA Studio Sofa with Island Chaise; Palecek stonecast lava coffee table with rock top edge with brushed stainless steel top and polished stainless steel legs; The Sofa Guy Malibu swivel chairs

Doral Open

ML Design, Allied ASID

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style enclosed living room in Charleston with blue walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Projet Bertha

Karen Tinka Design Intérieur

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in Paris with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, orange floor and exposed beam.

Fireplaces & Heating Stoves - Gas, Wood, Pellet & Electric

The Place

Photo of a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Cleveland with beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Méditerranéen Salon

Photo of a large mediterranean formal enclosed living room in Bordeaux with beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and orange floor.

French Farmhouse

Mirador Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean formal open concept living room in Houston with beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Custom Woven Shades

Custom Curtains Plus

Design ideas for a mid-sized country formal enclosed living room in St Louis with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Living Room

Coastal Construction Services Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and orange floor.

Casa de campo en un antiguo molino de aceite

Aurora Gomez Design - arquitectura y diseño

Country open concept living room in Other with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Nuova Villetta in Montagna

Leoni Costruzioni

Mid-sized country open concept living room in Milan with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and terra-cotta floors.

Lindenwood Residence

Murphy Mears Architects

Photo: Paul Hester
Design ideas for a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Houston with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv and multi-coloured floor.

Rénovation d’une maison de 250m² sur 4 étages - intérieur et extérieur

Commandante Custo

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Le Havre with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, pink floor and exposed beam.

Castle Rock Casa del Sol - Interior - Dining to Living Room

HumaNature Architecture, LLC

James R Plagmann
Inspiration for a large enclosed living room in Denver with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Dining Room Archway to Great Room

Desert Star Construction

The dining room opens through wall arches to the home's great room. Exposed wood beams creates a rustic flair as classic furniture offers plush surroundings for life's everyday affairs. Location: Paradise Valley, AZ Photography: Mark Boisclair

Borgo della Fortezza - 110 sqm

Turn Key Italia

Borgo della Fortezza, Spello. photo Michele Garramone
Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean enclosed living room with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Maison campagne

MEERO

Inspiration for a large country formal enclosed living room in Paris with terra-cotta floors, white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Spanish Home in Rancho Santa Fe

H O M E + atelier Michael Ranson

We transformed this room from an outdated southwest style space to this elegant Spanish style living room. The fireplace was redesigned and an arched passage to the dining was added to better define the spaces. The balance of materials that help create this space are the old world terra cotta tiles, smooth plaster walls, hand carved stone fireplace and rough wood stained ceiling. Furniture, decorative lighting and accessories by Irma Shaw Designs.

Atherton, California Estate by Markay Johnson Construction

Markay Johnson Construction

Builder: Markay Johnson Construction visit: www.mjconstruction.com Project Details: Located on a beautiful corner lot of just over one acre, this sumptuous home presents Country French styling – with leaded glass windows, half-timber accents, and a steeply pitched roof finished in varying shades of slate. Completed in 2006, the home is magnificently appointed with traditional appeal and classic elegance surrounding a vast center terrace that accommodates indoor/outdoor living so easily. Distressed walnut floors span the main living areas, numerous rooms are accented with a bowed wall of windows, and ceilings are architecturally interesting and unique. There are 4 additional upstairs bedroom suites with the convenience of a second family room, plus a fully equipped guest house with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Equally impressive are the resort-inspired grounds, which include a beautiful pool and spa just beyond the center terrace and all finished in Connecticut bluestone. A sport court, vast stretches of level lawn, and English gardens manicured to perfection complete the setting. Photographer: Bernard Andre Photography

Ristrutturazione di fabbricato agricolo

Studio Pinelli

Foto: © Diego Cuoghi
Design ideas for an expansive traditional open concept living room in Other with a library, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, red floor, exposed beam and brick walls.

Living Room Design Photos with Terra-cotta Floors and a Stone 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.