Scott Amundson Photography
Photo of a country open concept living room in Minneapolis with concrete floors, a standard fireplace, brown walls, grey floor, vaulted, wood and wood walls.

Contemporain Salon

Photo of a contemporary living room in Bordeaux with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, exposed beam and vaulted.

Boerne Industrial Chic Remodel

Virtuoso Builders

This home was too dark and brooding for the homeowners, so we came in and warmed up the space. With the use of large windows to accentuate the view, as well as hardwood with a lightened clay colored hue, the space became that much more welcoming. We kept the industrial roots without sacrificing the integrity of the house but still giving it that much needed happier makeover.

Not Your Grandfather's Barn! A Modern Pole Barn House in Lauderdale Lake Area

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

This 2,500 square-foot home, combines the an industrial-meets-contemporary gives its owners the perfect place to enjoy their rustic 30- acre property. Its multi-level rectangular shape is covered with corrugated red, black, and gray metal, which is low-maintenance and adds to the industrial feel. Encased in the metal exterior, are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and an aging-in-place suite that is made for the in-laws. This home also boasts two garage doors that open up to a sunroom that brings our clients close nature in the comfort of their own home. The flooring is polished concrete and the fireplaces are metal. Still, a warm aesthetic abounds with mixed textures of hand-scraped woodwork and quartz and spectacular granite counters. Clean, straight lines, rows of windows, soaring ceilings, and sleek design elements form a one-of-a-kind, 2,500 square-foot home

Refurbished and Saved Grade II Listed Barn Complex

Fletcher Crane Architects

Inspiration for a country living room in Hertfordshire with concrete floors, grey floor and vaulted.

Bow Tie House

John Patrick Cunningham / Architect

The public area is split into 4 overlapping spaces, centrally separated by the kitchen. Here is a view of the lounge and hearth.
Design ideas for a large contemporary living room in New York with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor, vaulted, wood walls, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Hunters Contemporary

Younger Homes

Contemporary open concept living room in Austin with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, exposed beam and vaulted.

Alexander

Uptown Firm, LLC

Contemporary living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and vaulted.

Eichler No. 2

User

Inspiration for a midcentury open concept living room in San Francisco with brown walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, grey floor, timber, vaulted and wood walls.

Barn Conversion

Themack Architects

Painted internal walls
Photo of a mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a hanging fireplace, a freestanding tv, grey floor and vaulted.

The Black Barn

Laney LA, Inc.

The interior of the home is polar opposite of the exterior. The double-heigh volume is flooded with light, highlighting the bright upper mass and more complex living surfaces below.

Back40House

HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles

Living space is a convergence of color and eclectic modern furnishings - Architect: HAUS | Architecture For Modern Lifestyles - Builder: WERK | Building Modern - Photo: HAUS

Bank st

Alan O'Rourke Construction, Inc.

500 sqft garden suite
Design ideas for a small modern enclosed living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and vaulted.

Living Area

DesignFive - Steve Shorthouse

This is an example of a large modern open concept living room in Other with brown walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and vaulted.

Modern Spanish

Julie Bertok Designs

A mixture of California coastal and modern Spanish style in this fireplace mantel setting. Hand painted ocean scene mixed with pottery and wrought iron candle sticks. Dried floral adds a touch of nature from the coast. House plants give a touch of modern design yet adding a natural living element.

Calder Street House

Charles Maccora Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized tropical open concept living room in Geelong with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, grey floor and vaulted.

Wimbledon House

Erbar Mattes

This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in London with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and vaulted.

Modern Delight

St. Augustine Home Improvements, LLC

Vaulted ceilings, exposed industrial A/C ducting, granite counter tops, floating shelves, stainless steel appliances and large glass doors make this open floor plan a peaceful retreat after a long day surfing at the beach. Built for families to enjoy for generations, perfect for hosting your friends and family.

Donna Ln Barndominium Build Out

Alair Homes Plano

A young family with children purchased a home on 2 acres that came with a large open detached garage. The space was a blank slate inside and the family decided to turn it into living quarters for guests! Our Plano, TX remodeling company was just the right fit to renovate this 1500 sf barn into a great living space. Sarah Harper of h Designs was chosen to draw out the details of this garage renovation. Appearing like a red barn on the outside, the inside was remodeled to include a home office, large living area with roll up garage door to the outside patio, 2 bedrooms, an eat in kitchen, and full bathroom. New large windows in every room and sliding glass doors bring the outside in. The versatile living room has a large area for seating, a staircase to walk in storage upstairs and doors that can be closed. renovation included stained concrete floors throughout the living and bedroom spaces. A large mud-room area with built-in hooks and shelves is the foyer to the home office. The kitchen is fully functional with Samsung range, full size refrigerator, pantry, countertop seating and room for a dining table. Custom cabinets from Latham Millwork are the perfect foundation for Cambria Quartz Weybourne countertops. The sage green accents give this space life and sliding glass doors allow for oodles of natural light. The full bath is decked out with a large shower and vanity and a smart toilet. Luxart fixtures and shower system give this bathroom an upgraded feel. Mosaic tile in grey gives the floor a neutral look. There’s a custom-built bunk room for the kids with 4 twin beds for sleepovers. And another bedroom large enough for a double bed and double closet storage. This custom remodel in Dallas, TX is just what our clients asked for.

Barndominium

Staging Spaces

This large open floor plan features a sizable area for a common living space. The Stages Spaces team used a variety of modern swivel style and rounded back occasional chairs to achieve a "space within a space". A variety of materials and textures allows for this look to be diverse yet cohesive.

Living Room Design Photos with Concrete Floors and Vaulted

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.