Stonegate at Rush Creek - Fall 2017 Model Home

Great Room with Center Fireplace & Custom Built In Two-Toned Cabinetry Surround
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and grey floor.

The Mountain Green Modern Farmhouse

Habitations Residential Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized country formal open concept living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Capitol Hill Residence

serra|wersinger architects

living room and dining room view Eirik Johnson Photographer
Mid-sized modern open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

All Projects

Art Woodstone Studio - Custom Furniture

This is an example of a mid-sized open concept living room in DC Metro with a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

England Collection

Distinctive Home Furnishings

http://distinctivehomefurniture.com/
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in Indianapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Puritan

AMW Design Studio

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary formal open concept living room in Detroit with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Dorset Park - Weymouth, MA

Morr Interiors

Shelly Harrison Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Boston with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and no tv.

Silicon Valley Ranch

Lindsay Pincus Design

Lauren Anderson
Mid-sized transitional enclosed living room in San Francisco with a music area, white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Peace of the Rock

Polhemus Savery DaSilva

Photo Credits: Brian Vanden Brink
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style formal enclosed living room in Boston with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, a standard fireplace and brown floor.

Mid Century Portland

risa boyer architecture

Lincoln Barbour
Mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Portland with orange walls, a wall-mounted tv, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Traditional Living Room

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in DC Metro with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and no tv.

Newport Beach Residence

Paul Davis Architects

Photograph by Art Gray
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern open concept living room in Los Angeles with a library, white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

Bailey Remodel

J. Peterson Design, LLC

What a transformation! This fireplace was enlarged as it was too small for the space and recovered with split face stone and a custom mantel and surround were added. For accent lighting, these Visual Comfort sconces add the perfect touch.

50's ITALIAN LAKE HOUSE

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

Living: pavimento originale in quadrotti di rovere massello; arredo vintage unito ad arredi disegnati su misura (panca e mobile bar) Tavolo in vetro con gambe anni 50; sedie da regista; divano anni 50 con nuovo tessuto blu/verde in armonia con il colore blu/verde delle pareti. Poltroncine anni 50 danesi; camino originale. Lampada tavolo originale Albini.

Olive green, Victorian living room

My Bespoke Room

This small Victorian living room has been transformed into a modern olive-green oasis!
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal enclosed living room in Hampshire with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a corner tv and beige floor.

Daugaard

Lumara Homes Inc.

Mid-sized midcentury formal living room in Toronto with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and coffered.

For the Love of MCM

Sklar Studios

Everywhere you look in this home, there is a surprise to be had and a detail worth preserving. One of the more iconic interior features was this original copper fireplace shroud that was beautifully restored back to it's shiny glory. The sofa was custom made to fit "just so" into the drop down space/ bench wall separating the family room from the dining space. Not wanting to distract from the design of the space by hanging a TV on the wall - there is a concealed projector and screen that drop down from the ceiling when desired. Flooded with natural light from both directions from the original sliding glass doors - this home glows day and night - by sun or by fire. From this view you can see the relationship of the kitchen which was originally in this location, but previously closed off with walls. It's compact and efficient, and allows seamless interaction between hosts and guests.

MARIGOLD DUPLEX-A

Sand and Velvet Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Los Angeles with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Whole House Remodel

Knight Construction Design Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional formal living room in Minneapolis with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Living Spaces

Rachael Elise Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized formal open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, laminate floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, brown floor and exposed beam.

Mid-sized Living Room Design Photos with a Standard Fireplace

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.