A cozy family lounge featuring a plaster fireplace with marble hearth and direct access to a private balcony. Floor-to-ceiling timber-framed doors, sheer curtains, and greenery beyond create a light-filled space that blends comfort with outdoor connection.

Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove and beige floor.

Hood House is a playful protector that respects the heritage character of Carlton North whilst celebrating purposeful change. It is a luxurious yet compact and hyper-functional home defined by an exploration of contrast: it is ornamental and restrained, subdued and lively, stately and casual, compartmental and open. For us, it is also a project with an unusual history. This dual-natured renovation evolved through the ownership of two separate clients. Originally intended to accommodate the needs of a young family of four, we shifted gears at the eleventh hour and adapted a thoroughly resolved design solution to the needs of only two. From a young, nuclear family to a blended adult one, our design solution was put to a test of flexibility. The result is a subtle renovation almost invisible from the street yet dramatic in its expressive qualities. An oblique view from the northwest reveals the playful zigzag of the new roof, the rippling metal hood. This is a form-making exercise that connects old to new as well as establishing spatial drama in what might otherwise have been utilitarian rooms upstairs. A simple palette of Australian hardwood timbers and white surfaces are complimented by tactile splashes of brass and rich moments of colour that reveal themselves from behind closed doors. Our internal joke is that Hood House is like Lazarus, risen from the ashes. We’re grateful that almost six years of hard work have culminated in this beautiful, protective and playful house, and so pleased that Glenda and Alistair get to call it home.

This serene and light-filled living space received a full decorative update by ABP Interiors. The existing furniture was carefully reupholstered in fresh, patterned fabrics to breathe new life into beloved pieces. Walls and built-in joinery were repainted in a soft neutral palette, creating a calm and cohesive backdrop. The new wool carpet adds comfort and warmth underfoot, while custom curtains and a shaped pelmet in a delicate floral fabric complete the look. Every detail, from lamps to accent cushions, was thoughtfully layered for a soft, inviting finish.

Twelve Black is a contemporary family home designed for comfort, function and quiet drama. The design centres around a refined black palette, softened by natural light and grounded in durable, low-maintenance materials—ideal for a busy family lifestyle. Open-plan living spaces connect seamlessly to the outdoors, with a functional layout that balances communal areas and private retreat zones. Thoughtfully detailed joinery, built-in storage and a flexible kitchen and dining hub support modern day-to-day living. While bold in appearance, the home’s simplicity allows family life to take centre stage.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Geelong with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, brick walls, a ribbon fireplace and beige floor.

Tones of olive green and brass accents add warmth to this timeless space.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Perth with porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv, beige floor, decorative wall panelling and white walls.

Mid-sized beach style living room in Adelaide with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and planked wall panelling.

Bringing a modern touch to a period home lounge room. We injected colour through the occasional chairs and the art.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in Sydney with a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Geelong with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Salon de style haussmannien avec moulures élégantes au plafond et aux murs. La cheminée centrale est mise en valeur par des bibliothèques aériennes en bois et laiton doré.

Inspiration for a mid-sized victorian formal living room in London with green walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional living room in Surrey with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

A bright and inviting living room, an extension of the modern kitchen in a beautiful 400-year-old thatch cottage. This family-friendly space offers comfort and style with a large corner sofa adorned with patterned cushions, a versatile ottoman, and stunning garden views through bi-fold doors. Designed for relaxation and seamless indoor-outdoor living, it perfectly blends contemporary design with the charm of a period property

Light filled sitting room with stained glass window
Mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Kent with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

A calming and contemporary yet classic renovation to this existing living room with original period features, such as a cornice and traditional fireplace. The existing floors were sanded and stained to retain the natural grain, and a paint - plaster hybrid material was applied to the walls up to a natural picture rail line. The wall finish is textured thus creates movement of light across its surface. The alcove units and the coffee table are also bespoke and designed in house by Studio Hallett Ike.

Vintage-inspired decor,
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic formal enclosed living room in London.

L’élégant séjour, baigné de lumière est un refuge pour l’esprit avec la création d’une nouvelle bibliothèque sur-mesure.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Paris with a library, blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and a concealed tv.

a bespoke media unit with an electric fireplace and slated wall all in a dark French oak finish. rug made of leather off cuts matched with neutral furniture and artwork.