Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in Other with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Living Rooms

Bella Home Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in DC Metro with a library, white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, beige floor and vinyl floors.

Luxury Vinyl Plank

User

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic formal enclosed living room in DC Metro with vinyl floors, grey walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Custom Infill - Charming Craftsman

Bella Vista Developments

Photo of a small arts and crafts open concept living room in Other with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

Mid-Century Modern Remodel

GMI Design Group

This 1950's home was chopped up with the segmented rooms of the period. The front of the house had two living spaces, separated by a wall with a door opening, and the long-skinny hearth area was difficult to arrange. The kitchen had been remodeled at some point, but was still dated. The homeowners wanted more space, more light, and more MODERN. So we delivered. We knocked out the walls and added a beam to open up the three spaces. Luxury vinyl tile in a warm, matte black set the base for the space, with light grey walls and a mid-grey ceiling. The fireplace was totally revamped and clad in cut-face black stone. Cabinetry and built-ins in clear-coated maple add the mid-century vibe, as does the furnishings. And the geometric backsplash was the starting inspiration for everything. We'll let you just peruse the photos, with before photos at the end, to see just how dramatic the results were!

Leeds Custom Bungalow

Curtis White Companies

This is an example of a mid-sized open concept living room in Birmingham with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and planked wall panelling.

Window Bench

McCarten Design

TEM Photography
This is an example of a transitional open concept living room in Minneapolis with vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Armstrong - Luxe

Cumming's Carpet One

This is an example of a large country formal open concept living room in Chicago with beige walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and no tv.

Chula Vista - Full House Remodeling

Europe Construction

Full Home Remodeling in San Diego, CA. White Cabinets and Grey Entertainment Center with a big Flat TV and Fireplace. White Cabinets made in Italy by Stosa Cucine. Remodeled by Europe Construction

Custom Built In Shelves

Aesthetics Interiors Inc

Built In Shelves
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Phoenix with white walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

"A" Frame Renovation

Roost Architecture, Inc.

Photo of a small contemporary loft-style living room in Other with white walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and grey floor.

The Porches at Rockwater

Jon Callahan Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts open concept living room in Little Rock with white walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Lake House Dream

Renovation and Construction Services

Custom built fireplace that features a modern lineal fireplace with a 72" TV centered above. Bar cabinet off to the left.
Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Other with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Modern Lake House

Jack Laurie Home

Photo of a modern living room in Other with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Channel Road Cottage

Livingston Homes of West Michigan

Inspiration for an arts and crafts living room in Grand Rapids with vinyl floors, a standard fireplace and a corner tv.

California Chic Style Living Room and Office

Leslie Hutchison Interiors, LLC

Mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in Chicago with brown walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Mount Royal

Cruz Custom Homes

Photography by kate kunz Styling by jaia talisman
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed living room in Calgary with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Growing Family, Sophisticated Style

Stalburg Design

The lower level living room, completed in the summer of 2023, is created to be family-friendly, cozy and functional, with high-performance fabrics and clean lines. The glass panel fireplace screen reveals ceramic fireballs in the modern fireplace grate while the porcelain fireplace surround structure and design was designed and built to allow for an accent table and artwork to the left. The large glass coffee table has been converted to a large fabric tufted ottoman to provide safety for the young growing kids and the large deep sectional allows for plenty of cozy family evenings!

Flooring and Design Portfolio

K&B Interiors

Large contemporary open concept living room in Philadelphia with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Maple Grove Townhome

Laurie Westberg, Urban Interior Design

Open living/dining room - modern rustic, electic - blues, whites, rust and gray
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic open concept living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and vaulted.

Living Room Design Photos with Vinyl Floors and a Standard Fireplace

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.