Photo by Roehner + Ryan
This is an example of a country open concept living room in Phoenix with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and vaulted.

Blue Beauty

Tickle Interiors

Design ideas for a beach style living room in New York with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Fairview Home

O’Hara Interiors

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Colorado Passive House

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As part of a housing development surrounding Donath Lake, this Passive House in Colorado home is striking with its traditional farmhouse contours and estate-like French chateau appeal. The vertically oriented design features steeply pitched gable roofs and sweeping details giving it an asymmetrical aesthetic. The interior of the home is centered around the shared spaces, creating a grand family home. The two-story living room connects the kitchen, dining, outdoor patios, and upper floor living. Large scale windows match the stately proportions of the home with 8’ tall windows and 9’x9’ curtain wall windows, featuring tilt-turn windows within for approachable function. Black frames and grids appeal to the modern French country inspiration highlighting each opening of the building’s envelope.

ALDER™ COVE

ORIJIN STONE, LLC

This Minnesota Artisan Tour showcase home features three exceptional natural stone fireplaces. A custom blend of ORIJIN STONE's Alder™ Split Face Limestone is paired with custom Indiana Limestone for the oversized hearths. Minnetrista, MN residence. MASONRY: SJB Masonry + Concrete BUILDER: Denali Custom Homes, Inc. PHOTOGRAPHY: Landmark Photography

Classic Design on Rolling Hills

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Photo of a large traditional loft-style living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

REFORMA Y AMPLIACIÓN DE UNA VIVIENDA EN CABRERA DE MAR | MARESME | BARCELONA

RARDO - Architects

This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, porcelain floors, a two-sided fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Tucked In Cottage On Bunker Hill

S.Flynn Design + Build

Open Living Room with Fireplace Storage, Wood Burning Stove and Book Shelf.
Photo of a small contemporary formal open concept living room in Cleveland with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a wall-mounted tv and vaulted.

Basement Rear Extension and Full Refurbishment

Pencil and Brick

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian enclosed living room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and panelled walls.

Cliffside Farmhouse // Modern Farmhouse

Younger Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Stonegate Modern

Linda Fritschy Interior Design

Formal Living Room
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and wood.

West Nashville | White Bridge Project

design by Christina Perry

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Project Dover Shores

Mark Design Co.

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Great Room

Amy Storm & Company

Photo of an expansive contemporary living room in Chicago with white walls, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Cremorne Waterfront

Judith Bruce Design

This is an example of a contemporary open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Belmont

Haynsworth Custom Homes

Contemporary custom home in Dallas.
Inspiration for a large contemporary living room in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

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 New Build in Vienna

Olamar Interiors

A modern farmhouse living room designed for a new construction home in Vienna, VA.
Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in DC Metro with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Walnut Creek, CA

Kim Ronemus Interiors

Simple, yet livable living room with sprawling couch and simple white coffee table makes the accessories and art stand out.
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Japandi villa

Lily orlova

Inspiration for an eclectic open concept living room in Amsterdam with a library, white walls, concrete floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround, grey floor and wood.

All Fireplaces Living Room Design Photos with White Walls

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.