This is an example of a contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam, timber and vaulted.

WA, Giorgi

Housing Industry Association - HIA

Faultless is how the judges described this beautiful home. Masterfully constructed with a layout designed to maximise the northern light and shield the outdoor areas from the weather. This home radiated class and elegance with excellent ambience and aesthetic throughout.

East Toowoomba Cottage

Ivy + Piper Pty Ltd

This is an example of a country living room in Brisbane with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

COASTAL FARMHOUSE

Claridge Construction

Large contemporary open concept living room in Adelaide with white walls, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and vaulted.

Arch Deco

Hindley & Co Architecture & Interior Design

Living room featuring vaulted ceiling painted in mauve from Dulux, with arched doorways, Elke paprika velvet chairs from Castelli and oak flooring laid in a herringbone pattern, with a matt lacquer, from our inner easter suburbs project in Melbourne, renovating a 1930’s Spanish art deco home. See more from our Arch Deco Project.

Hurlstone Park I

hecticrAt architects

Photo of a contemporary living room in Sydney with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Project - Taupo House, NZ

Brickworks Building Products

Country open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, exposed beam and vaulted.

Izvor House

Michael Cardinale Architect

Living room with fireplace. Conspicuously absent is the large screen TV...... Bounded by three wall of glass this room is intended to be a place to sit and engage with others, the park and lake across the road and outdoors areas to the rear. With rain falling and the fireplace roaring it is a special place to be.

Great Room

Lauren Shadid Architecture + Interiors

Large country open concept living room in Denver with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Custom Built Wall Unit with Bookshelf For Modern Cottage Living Room

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

Embrace the essence of cottage living with a bespoke wall unit and bookshelf tailored to your unique space. Handcrafted with care and attention to detail, this renovation project infuses a modern cottage living room with rustic charm and timeless appeal. The custom-built unit offers both practical storage solutions and a focal point for displaying cherished possessions. This thoughtfully designed addition enhances the warmth and character of the space.

Creighton Woods

Judith Balis Interiors

I used soft arches, warm woods, and loads of texture to create a warm and sophisticated yet casual space.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country living room in Boise with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Modern Farmhouse

Cynthia Brown Interior Design LLC

Large country open concept living room in Chicago with white walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a built-in media wall, grey floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Princeton Ave

Round Table Design

This is an example of a transitional living room in Austin with beige walls, brown floor, exposed beam, timber and vaulted.

Olathe MCM

Stumpff HomeWorks, LLC

Design ideas for a large midcentury open concept living room in Kansas City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and vaulted.

Royal Berkshire // Full Home Interior Design Project

Clark + Aldine

Custom designed fireplace with molding design. Vaulted ceilings with stunning lighting. Built-in cabinetry for storage and floating shelves for displacing items you love. Comfortable furniture for a growing family: sectional sofa, leather chairs, vintage rug creating a light and airy living space.

Jasper Home by Greenstone

The Tin Roof-Interior Design & Fine Furniture

Inspiration for a transitional living room in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, brown floor and vaulted.

Northridge

Theresa Ory Interiors

Photo of a transitional open concept living room in Atlanta with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and vaulted.

Modern Mediterranean New Build

Wendy Black Rodgers Interiors

Inspiration for a mediterranean living room in Phoenix with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, exposed beam and vaulted.

Hunters Contemporary

Younger Homes

Photo of a contemporary living room in Austin with white walls, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, exposed beam and vaulted.

The Balcony ADU

Modern ADU Plans

The vaulted ceiling, makes the space feel more spacious. Exposed wood beam, wood trim, and hardwood floors bring in some warmth and natural texture to the space. The door off the kitchen opens to a large balcony, extending the living space to the outdoors.

All Ceiling Designs Living Room Design Photos with 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.