Living Room | New Construction | Design & Build | Spring Valley | Houston, TX

This project was for a new home construction. This kitchen features absolute black granite mixed with carnival granite on the island Counter top, White Linen glazed custom cabinetry on the parameter and darker glaze stain on the island, the vent hood and around the stove. There is a natural stacked stone on as the backsplash under the hood with a travertine subway tile acting as the backsplash under the cabinetry. The floor is a chisel edge noche travertine in off set pattern. Two tones of wall paint were used in the kitchen. The family room features two sofas on each side of the fire place on a rug made Surya Rugs. The bookcase features a picture hung in the center with accessories on each side. The fan is sleek and modern along with high ceilings.

Serene Luxury | Kukio Phase 3, South 7

Carrie Nicholson, RB, BIC, HL1 Director

Design ideas for a large tropical open concept living room in Hawaii with a home bar, orange walls, travertine floors and a wall-mounted tv.

Eclectic Chic

Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group

A high ceiling and with small foot print creates design and layout challenges in a space. The volume of the room is out of proportion. To counter balance this I added 8’ antique doors with mounted wall sconces above the built-ins to create interest and take up volume in a uniquely-creative way. A light touch of a decorative wall finish added a layer of interest warming the room and adding dimension. This family room is used for TV viewing as well is the only gathering space in the home, so ample seating was a necessity. This problem was solved by a russet velvet sectional that adds color and plenty of comfortable seating. The addition of the correct sized rug helped the pre-existing chairs, ottoman, and cocktail table now all feel at home. Bookcase lighting was added and the bookcases were enhanced by decorative painting to showcase finds from the couple’s exotic travels to Europe, Asia, and the Pacific Rim. Modern art, travel books, and classic displays of natural elements make for an interesting, comfortable space for this vibrant couple. Photo credit: Brad Carr

Emser Tile- Odyssey Series

Emser Tile

Odyssey™ is an exceptional value series and featuring an attractive travertine look in warm colors. The subtle undertones in this series coordinate well with furniture and fixtures creating cohesion between warm, cold, and neutral surfaces.

Le Clos Saint Benoit

BOH DECO

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Bordeaux with orange walls, travertine floors and a standard fireplace.

Private Boynton Beach Residence

Bandon Blue Designs

Design ideas for a living room in Miami with orange walls and travertine floors.

Living Room (doors closed)

De Mattei Construction

Mark Pinterton
This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in San Francisco with a home bar, orange walls, travertine floors, no fireplace and a built-in media wall.

Retirement Home on the Front Range

User

This is an example of a traditional formal enclosed living room in Denver with orange walls, travertine floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Living Room | New Construction | Design & Build | Spring Valley | Houston, TX

Sweetlake Interior Design LLC

Living Room & Patio

De Mattei Construction

Mark Pinterton
Large contemporary open concept living room in San Francisco with a home bar, orange walls, travertine floors, no fireplace and a built-in media wall.

Living Room Design Photos with Orange Walls and Travertine 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.