Family room looking at dining room.
This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Atlanta with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, wood and wood walls.

Cypress & Bluestone

CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS

Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Minneapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, brown floor and wood.

Flagstaff Contemporary

Chimera Interior Design

Warmth and light fill this contemporary home in the heart of the Arizona Forest.
Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in Phoenix with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood.

Whidbey Island Farmhouse

DeForest Architects

comfy main living space with stone fireplace and view to ravine
Design ideas for a country living room in Seattle with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a metal fireplace surround and wood.

Taviawk

Imbue Design

This is an example of an open concept living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, grey floor and wood.

Lake Michigan Modern

Cannarsa Structure and Design

Design ideas for a modern open concept living room in Grand Rapids with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

Mauna Kea Great Room and Pool Patio

Taleah Smith Design

Photo of an expansive tropical open concept living room in Hawaii with white walls, no fireplace, a built-in media wall, multi-coloured floor and wood.

Beverly Hills Residence

James McGarry Architecture

This is an example of a mediterranean formal enclosed living room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv and wood.

Shoreline Drive Residence

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Living Room with mill finish steel fireplace.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern living room in Seattle with white walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood.

Dachau H 51

Lebensraum Holz GmbH

Aufnahmen: Michael Voit
Photo of a scandinavian open concept living room in Munich with white walls, medium hardwood floors and wood.

函館のY邸　リビング

金田博道建築研究所

函館Y邸
Inspiration for a mid-sized asian open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

諏訪の家 | house of suwa

haco建築設計事務所

写真 | 堀隆之
Inspiration for a large formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a freestanding tv, brown floor and wood.

Mountain Modern Cabin - HMH Architecture + Interiors

Alpen High Performance Products

Photo of a contemporary living room in Denver with white walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam, vaulted and wood.

Atomic Ranch MCM Main House

Breathe Design Studio

Our Austin studio decided to go bold with this project by ensuring that each space had a unique identity in the Mid-Century Modern style bathroom, butler's pantry, and mudroom. We covered the bathroom walls and flooring with stylish beige and yellow tile that was cleverly installed to look like two different patterns. The mint cabinet and pink vanity reflect the mid-century color palette. The stylish knobs and fittings add an extra splash of fun to the bathroom. The butler's pantry is located right behind the kitchen and serves multiple functions like storage, a study area, and a bar. We went with a moody blue color for the cabinets and included a raw wood open shelf to give depth and warmth to the space. We went with some gorgeous artistic tiles that create a bold, intriguing look in the space. In the mudroom, we used siding materials to create a shiplap effect to create warmth and texture – a homage to the classic Mid-Century Modern design. We used the same blue from the butler's pantry to create a cohesive effect. The large mint cabinets add a lighter touch to the space. --- Project designed by the Atomic Ranch featured modern designers at Breathe Design Studio. From their Austin design studio, they serve an eclectic and accomplished nationwide clientele including in Palm Springs, LA, and the San Francisco Bay Area. For more about Breathe Design Studio, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/atomic-ranch

Ritz Carlton Sunny Isles Residence

Jaegger Interior Design

chic, contemporary artwork, modern artwork, italian travertine, ocean view, vacation home
Contemporary living room in Miami with white walls, beige floor and wood.

15 Degrees

McCall Design & Planning

Photo of a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Boise with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood.

Southwestern Living Room

Design ideas for a mid-sized open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, brown floor, vaulted, wood and a stone fireplace surround.

forgocui residence

kevin akey - azd associates - michigan

Inspiration for a contemporary formal living room in Detroit with white walls, a ribbon fireplace, white floor and wood.

Casa PO

Elia Falaschi

Contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor, exposed beam, vaulted and wood.

Turramurra House

Bawtree Design | Architecture + Interiors

Mid-sized beach style living room in Sydney with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

Living Room Design Photos with White Walls and Wood

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.