Inspiration for a traditional formal living room in Boston with white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and multi-coloured floor.

Franklin-Leipers Fork

Usable Space Interiors, LLC

Music Room!!!
Mid-sized country open concept living room in Nashville with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, a music area, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and vaulted.

MVA | ARRIVABENE

FAR | Architettura & Project Management

Photo of a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Rome with white walls, marble floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and white floor.

La Plaza Villa - Condo Remodel

Budget 2 Beautiful Designs

We installed wood ceilings drenched in a dark walnut stain to compliment the hand packed Saltillo tiles imported from Mexico.
Photo of a mid-sized open concept living room in Kansas City with white walls, terra-cotta floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wood.

Three Arch Cottage

Nate Fischer Interiors

Bright and airy cottage living room with white washed brick and natural wood beam mantle.
Photo of a small beach style open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and vaulted.

West End Privacy

Inplace, LTD

This is an example of a large country open concept living room in Denver with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor, vaulted and exposed beam.

Beachlands House

Jessica Chloe Photography

A sun drenched open living space that flows out to the sea views and outdoor entertaining
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Auckland with white walls, ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, white floor and vaulted.

Modern Lake Cottage

Method Architecture Studio, PLLC

A light and bright space with Douglas fir timber trusses and mosaic stone fireplace surround.
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in New York with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Saulter 6

KADCO Homes

Inspiration for a transitional open concept living room in Birmingham with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, brown floor and exposed beam.

Longwoods Transitional

Frankel Design Build

Design ideas for an expansive transitional open concept living room in Houston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and vaulted.

Living Room 1

Southern Builders Of Georgia

Picture sitting back in a chair reading a book to some slow jazz. You take a deep breathe and look up and this is your view. As you walk up with the matches you notice the plated wall with contemporary art lighted for your enjoyment. You light the fire with your knee pressed against a blue-toned marble. Then you slowly walk back to your chair over a dark Harwood floor. This is your Reading Room.

From 1950’s Teardown to Contemporary Standout

JTID Inc.

The existing fireplace was preserved. A contemporary gas insert was integrated while the masonry chimney was clad with large sophisticated tile pieces. The door to the left leads into a home office which could serve as a sixth bedroom.

International project - Sao Paulo, Brazil

Tlina Design

This project was a complete renovation of a 2 bedroom apartment, we did the living room, dining room, kitchen, bathrooms, a powder room. We introduced our concept to the client to open space and make it more functional. The client had a specific vision of how they wanted the apartment to look, which was an off-white home. We played with different tones of white, incorporating some of the client's personal items. We were happy to deliver the concept and satisfy the client with our services.

Living Room

Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

Stunning living room with vaulted ceiling adorned with pine beams. Hardscraped rift and quarter sawn white oak floors. Two-sided stained white brick fireplace with limestone hearth. Beautiful built-in custom cabinets by Ayr Cabinet Company. General contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.; Architecture by Helman Sechrist Architecture; Home Design by Maple & White Design; Photography by Marie Kinney Photography. Images are the property of Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc. and may not be used without written permission. — with Hoosier Hardwood Floors, Quality Window & Door, Inc., JCS Fireplace, Inc. and J&N Stone, Inc..

Bayadere Newport Beach

William Guidero Planning and Design

Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Coder Residence

Starwood Custom Homes

This is an example of a large modern open concept living room in Phoenix with a home bar, white walls, ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, timber and planked wall panelling.

Jupiter 4

Fava Design Group

Photo of a mediterranean formal enclosed living room in Miami with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, exposed beam, vaulted and wood.

On tha Bayou

Steven Allen Designs, LLC

***A Steven Allen Design + Remodel*** 2019: Kitchen + Living + Closet + Bath Remodel Including Custom Shaker Cabinets with Quartz Countertops + Designer Tile & Brass Fixtures + Oversized Custom Master Closet /// Inspired by the Client's Love for NOLA + ART

Stunning Fairfax, CA Remodel

Craig O'Connell Architecture

The new bright and air family room includes a connection to the kitchen and features mid-century touches.
Midcentury living room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Architect

Douglas Guiling Architect

Contemporary open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a concealed tv and brown floor.

All Fireplace Surrounds 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.