This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian living room in Gothenburg with white walls, medium hardwood floors and a freestanding tv.

Projet décoration et aménagement salon

Solène Montécot . Rennes Décoratrice d'intérieur

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Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Rennes with white walls, laminate floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, white floor and wallpaper.

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Студия дизайна "INTSTYLE"

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Moscow with beige walls and beige floor.

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This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian enclosed living room in London with beige walls and a freestanding tv.

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Ferreira | Verfürth Architekten

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian living room in Dusseldorf with medium hardwood floors.

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K Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian formal enclosed living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

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Henrik Nero

Henrik Nero
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian enclosed living room in Stockholm with a library, white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

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Lydia Sullivan

Mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Sonos Home Sound Systems

DSCMI Smart Home Control

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian living room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

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Coastal Stage and Rearrange

Take a twist on traditional
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian formal enclosed living room in Other with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, a plaster fireplace surround, brown floor and purple walls.

Allmänna Vägen 40F

REVENY

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Mid-sized scandinavian formal open concept living room in Gothenburg with white walls, medium hardwood floors and no tv.

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Intro

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian formal open concept living room in Gothenburg with white walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Projet Bourg Tibourg , Architectes: Carla Lopez et Margaux Meza

Transition Interior Design

Transition Interior Design
Mid-sized scandinavian living room in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

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CAVdesign

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian living room in New York with a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, white walls, medium hardwood floors and a standard fireplace.

My Houzz

Lidy Dipert

Lidy Dipert
Mid-sized scandinavian formal open concept living room in Calgary with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Referens

Wida Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Stockholm with a library, white walls, dark hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Atelier d'Artiste

B/A Architectures

Opus Photo
Mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Paris with white walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and a library.

Triplex Ile de La Jatte

am Alexandra Magne

Crédit photos Lionel Moreau
Mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Paris with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors and a built-in media wall.

The Trailblazer

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Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian formal open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, grey floor and vaulted.

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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.

Mid-sized Scandinavian Living Room Design Photos

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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian living room ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

Which Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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.