Beach style open concept living room in Tampa with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, timber and vaulted.

ASC Margaritaville

Amy Storm & Company

Design ideas for a large transitional open concept living room in Chicago with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and timber.

Hemphill Park

Scheer & Co. Interior Design

This is an example of an eclectic open concept living room in Austin with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

South Orange Victorian

Atelier Davis

Traditional formal living room in Other with white walls, a wood fireplace surround and wallpaper.

White Seems Right, Living Room

LORRAINE G VALE, Allied ASID

We were tasked with a house done completely in all white. Shades of white. In the end, it just seemed right. This living room might look formal, but the fabrics combines with the window and floor coverings say-please come in and stay awhile. Home to a mom and dad with 3 active teens, this room gets plenty of use.

Maisonette P155

Ippolito Fleitz Group – Identity Architects

Open concept living room in Stuttgart with brown floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Beach House Living Room - Watch Hill, RI

Burrow & Nest

The room is designed with the palette of a Conch shell in mind. Pale pink silk-look wallpaper lines the walls, while a Florentine inspired watercolor mural adorns the ceiling and backsplash of the custom built bookcases. A French caned daybed centers the room-- a place to relax and take an afternoon nap, while a silk velvet clad chaise is ideal for reading. Books of natural wonders adorn the lacquered oak table in the corner. A vintage mirror coffee table reflects the light. Shagreen end tables add a bit of texture befitting the coastal atmosphere.

Leckhampton Cottage, Cheltenham

Completion Interior Design & Architecture

This is an example of an eclectic living room in Gloucestershire with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, vaulted, wallpaper and brick walls.

Coastal Cottage

Shepard Design Studio

We created a warm monochromatic living space using soft textures, natural materials and an overall subdued neutral scheme. The glass doors, transom windows and skylights bring in beautiful lighting and an effortless connection with the outdoors. Our custom designed shelving creates and opportunity to display personalized styling accessories while offering additional storage with lower cabinets.

Дом 320 кв.м. на Новой Риге, Подмосковье

Lavka-Design

This is an example of a country living room in Moscow with a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, timber and wood walls.

Skandinavischer Traum aus Holz

Studio Klinker & Klunker GmbH

Das Wohnzimmer ist in warmen Gewürztönen und die Bilderwand in Petersburger Hängung „versteckt“ den TV, ebenfalls holzgerahmt. Die weisse Paneelwand verbindet beide Bereiche. Die bodentiefen Fenster zur Terrasse durchfluten beide Bereiche mit Licht und geben den Blick auf den Garten frei. Der Boden ist mit einem warmen Eichenparkett verlegt.

Attico e Superattico_200 MQ

Andrea Visco

Soggiorno progettato su misura in base alle richieste del cliente. Scelta minuziosa dell'arredo correlata al materiale, luci ed allo stile richiesto.
This is an example of an expansive modern formal open concept living room in Milan with white walls, marble floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, black floor, timber and wood walls.

The Rambler

George Pendleton & Co., Inc.

Rustic Hoopers Creek stone fireplace, post and beam construction, vaulted shiplap ceiling, massive White Oak scissior trusses, a touch of reclaimed, mule deer antler chandelier, with large widows giving abundant natural light, all work together to make this a special one-of-a-kind space.

Beachfront Elegance - Enchanted

Asher Slaunwhite + Partners

The connection to the surrounding ocean and dunes is evident in every room of this elegant beachfront home. By strategically pulling the home in from the corner, the architect not only creates an inviting entry court but also enables the three-story home to maintain a modest scale on the streetscape. Swooping eave lines create an elegant stepping down of forms while showcasing the beauty of the cedar roofing and siding materials.

Гостиная

Екатерина и Андрей Санниковы | Scandinavi

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary enclosed living room in Other with a library, beige walls, vinyl floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Remodeling Project 4

Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

Remodeled great room with new layout of shelving, new wet bar, kitchen, paint, cabinetry, fireplace logs and light fixtures. Purebred Chandelier from McGee & Co. New shelving layout by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc. Custom painted Maple wet bar cabinets and Enigma Ra quartz countertop by Hoosier House Furnishings. Helman Sechrist Architecture, Architect; Marie Martin Kinney, Photographer; Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc., General Contractor.

Vegan Home Design : Beautiful Beach Style

Sarah Barnard Design LLC

In this first option for the living room, material elements and colors from the entryway are reflected in the the blue Vegan-friendly upholstery and Danish oiled walnut of the sofa. The fine artisanal quality of the exposed wood frame gives the sofa lightness and elegance. At the same time, their shape and placement create an enclosed and intimate environment perfect for relaxation or small social gatherings. The artwork incorporates natural imagery such as water birds and ocean scapes. These elements carry through in the coffee table made from reclaimed hardwood, which features plant life embossed into the concrete surface of the tabletop, all underneath rain drop shaped pendant lighting.

1920's Bungalow

Indigo and Ivy Co

Mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Phoenix with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, blue floor, timber and panelled walls.

Florida Coastal Contemporary

MHK Architecture & Planning

Inspiration for a beach style formal open concept living room in Miami with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, coffered, timber, wood and panelled walls.

Weston Manor

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Boston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and timber.

Living Room Design Photos with Wallpaper and Timber

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.