Expansive transitional formal open concept living room in London with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, coffered and wallpaper.

Modern Eclectic Condo

Inside Architecture LLC

Photo of an eclectic open concept living room in Philadelphia with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and wallpaper.

FORMAL SITTING ROOM

JM Interior Design

Photo of a transitional living room in London with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and wallpaper.

Rénovation totale d'une pièce de vie de 90m2

Patricia Bensoussan Décoration

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Bordeaux with a library, white walls, travertine floors, a wood stove, no tv, beige floor, exposed beam and wallpaper.

Pamona Lake- Living Room

Lindy Design Build

This long space needed flexibility above all else. As frequent hosts to their extended family, we made sure there was plenty of seating to go around, but also met their day-to-day needs with intimate groupings. Much like the kitchen, the family room strikes a balance between the warm brick tones of the fireplace and the handsome green wall finish. Not wanting to miss an opportunity for spunk, we introduced an intricate geometric pattern onto the accent wall giving us a perfect backdrop for the clean lines of the mid-century inspired furniture pieces.

Bayfront Beauty

April Balliette

This is an example of an expansive contemporary formal open concept living room in Tampa with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

Все оттенки синего

Дизайн-студия Елены Ефимовых

Photo of a mid-sized transitional living room in Moscow with a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and wallpaper.

Modern Scandi Home

NB Interiors UK

Inspired by fantastic views, there was a strong emphasis on natural materials and lots of textures to create a hygge space. Making full use of that awkward space under the stairs creating a bespoke made cabinet that could double as a home bar/drinks area

Stylish South Hill Contemporary Living Room

M-Squared Contracting Inc.

This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in Toronto with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

Creekview

DSM Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts formal open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and wallpaper.

Pamona Lake- Living Room

Lindy Design Build

Living room in a Belgravia Townhouse Designed by Rose Narmani

Rose Narmani Interiors

We created bright and airy living room with neutral colour scheme for the living room for our Belgravia Project.
This is an example of a large transitional formal enclosed living room in London with beige walls, a wall-mounted tv, wallpaper, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and recessed.

新城平井の家

株式会社kotori

木部を多く取り入れたくつろぎのLDKは、木の香りに包まれた優しい空間となりました。吹抜けによって１階と2階でのコミュニケーションも取りやすくなっています。
This is an example of a large scandinavian open concept living room in Other with no tv, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a tile fireplace surround, beige floor, wood and wallpaper.

Diseño de gran piso en azul y blanco

Sube Interiorismo

Design ideas for a large transitional formal open concept living room in Malaga with beige walls, marble floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, grey floor, coffered and wallpaper.

Реализация гостиной в стиле "Современная классика"

студии Melnicova Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Novosibirsk with beige walls, laminate floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor, recessed and wallpaper.

1852 Fort Greene Townhouse

nC2 architecture llc

Full gut renovation and facade restoration of an historic 1850s wood-frame townhouse. The current owners found the building as a decaying, vacant SRO (single room occupancy) dwelling with approximately 9 rooming units. The building has been converted to a two-family house with an owner’s triplex over a garden-level rental. Due to the fact that the very little of the existing structure was serviceable and the change of occupancy necessitated major layout changes, nC2 was able to propose an especially creative and unconventional design for the triplex. This design centers around a continuous 2-run stair which connects the main living space on the parlor level to a family room on the second floor and, finally, to a studio space on the third, thus linking all of the public and semi-public spaces with a single architectural element. This scheme is further enhanced through the use of a wood-slat screen wall which functions as a guardrail for the stair as well as a light-filtering element tying all of the floors together, as well its culmination in a 5’ x 25’ skylight.

Davie Luxury Home LLR

YOLO Interiors

Custom build marble fireplace build out Custom cabinets and floating shelves with LED Lighting Area Rug 9' x 12' Custom swivel chairs Custom coffee table Custom sheer drapery panels LED chandeliers Wallpaper Accessories

Chelsea townhouse

Angel O'Donnell

The large oval coffee table is made from a high-gloss, cloudy-brown vellum. The puffy, nimbus-like shapes have an ephemeral quality, as if they could evaporate at any moment. By contrast, two angular lounge chairs have been upholstered in a fabric of equally striking angles. Richly embroidered curtains mix matte and metallic yarns that play the light beautifully. These things, combined with the densely textured wallpaper, create a room full of varied surfaces, shapes and patterns.

Traditional Living Room

Mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Cornwall with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and wallpaper.

Art Deco Living Room

Cherry Tree Interior Design

Inspiration for a large enclosed living room in Boston with a standard fireplace, no tv, coffered and wallpaper.

All Fireplaces Living Room Design Photos with Wallpaper

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.