Custom window treatments, new accessories and a little rearranging resulting a completely new look.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury living room in Nashville with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Mid Century Interiors

Heidi Pribell Interiors

Heidi Pribell Interiors puts a fresh twist on classic design serving the major Boston metro area. By blending grandeur with bohemian flair, Heidi creates inviting interiors with an elegant and sophisticated appeal. Confident in mixing eras, style and color, she brings her expertise and love of antiques, art and objects to every project.

Denver Custom Home

Digital Media Innovations LLC

Large automated fireplace with accent lighting serves as the focal point of the room
Design ideas for a large midcentury open concept family room in Denver with white walls, porcelain floors, a hanging fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and beige floor.

Mid Century Modern Remodel

Lori Davis Interiors

1952 home renovation, split foyer entry. New banisters, lighting, windows. Mid Century modern furniture compliments home style.
Design ideas for a large midcentury living room in DC Metro with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Living Room by B.A. Torrey - NYC

BA Torrey

Photo by Patrick Cline
Design ideas for a large midcentury open concept living room in New York with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Scarsdale Home

Chudin Design Collective

Airy and elegant living room with double height windows. Architecture by Toll Brothers
Design ideas for a large midcentury formal open concept living room in New York with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Mt. Laurel

Melde Construction Company

Casey Dunn Photography
Design ideas for a midcentury open concept family room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Mid Century Modern Boho

Kimberley Kay Interiors

Updated this fireplace with added shiplap stained a natural finish to give it a more natural and earthy look. Added greenery to add life and color. Added a large hexagon mirror instead of a mantel piece to let the fireplace stand on it's own.

Reclaimed Wall

Nicole Daulton Design Group

Mixing modern and rustic on this plain wall made it the focal point of the living room. Reclaimed barn wood created this accent/feature wall and on top of the warm rustic wall lies the contemporary wall mounted tv and electric fireplace marrying the warm rustic feel with the modern age. Nicole Daulton Designs.

Living Room

The Mine

Photo of a large midcentury open concept living room in Seattle with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and no tv.

Milgard Style Line Series

Angle Construction

Inspiration for a large midcentury formal open concept living room in Other with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

FAMILY ROOM

Dona Rosene Interiors

The clients desired an updated fireplace wall that would give a nod to the Mid-Century styling of their newly purchased 1958 home. The existing fireplace was faced with stack stone and included a raised hearth. The room was dark with the closest windows being on the covered back porch. Around the corner from the fireplace wall the hallway led to a small guest room with a wide opening and an existing, large modern barn door. This door, with horizontal panels served as the inspiration for facing the fireplace in clean, horizontal grained rift-cut white oak panels. The new fireplace design extended the horizontal wood design with 42” wide floating shelves above low enclosed cabinets for storage. The existing hearth was removed along with the existing stack stone, visually freeing up floor space and leaving the remaining firebox now a foot above the floor. The designer selected a custom, handcrafted Mid-Century style 4” circular pattern tile to be applied below the firebox as well as above and on each side. Honed Absolute Black granite slab was specified for the new floor flush hearth as well as framing the inside and front edge of the firebox and the countertops on the new adjoining low cabinets. Circular hardware pulls in a polished chrome finish added a reflective touch of jewelry to the expanse of the clean horizontal design as well as repeating the circular tile pattern. The millwork lighting in the floating shelves helped illuminate the fireplace wall which extend the space.

Mid-Century Modern Mountain Home

ID Studio Interiors

This is an example of an expansive midcentury open concept living room in Other with a library, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

Reclaimed Wood Fireplace - Tampa, FL

Urban Concepts Modern Hearth & Outdoor, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury living room in Tampa with white walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and white floor.

Contemporary with Warm Wood Accents

PROYECTO

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Huntington Beach Residence | Living Room

The Bespoke Interior, Inc.

Photo of a large midcentury open concept living room in Orange County with beige walls, marble floors, a corner fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

San Marino Island, Miami Beach, Florida

Gregory Allan Cramer & Company, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury enclosed living room in Miami with white walls, ceramic floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Wyckoff Edgy Chic Revival

JK interior living

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury enclosed living room in New York with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

FAMILY ROOM

Dona Rosene Interiors

Natural Maple Hardwood

Switch Your Floors

Mid-sized midcentury formal enclosed living room in Toronto with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Midcentury Living Design Ideas with a Wood Fireplace Surround

The best room for gathering with your family and friends in a cosy environment is your living room or family room. You want to hang out where the lounge furniture is the most comfortable and sofas or chairs create a sense of homeliness. Filling this important space with cheap furniture is unlikely to bring you the same long-lasting comfort as a quality chaise lounge or a couch. These choices will directly affect the quality of your evenings as you wind down from the daily grind. While planning a renovation or redesign, weigh up the priorities of seating, heating, an entertainment unit and bookcases. Identify your main activity in the room and and design around that. Many midcentury living rooms aren't complete without a fireplace, but if you can't accommodate that, invest in built-in or furniture that suits your home. Common trends include Danish furniture and other kinds of Scandinavian furniture. Plush sofas, recliner chairs and sofa beds will always be popular. Finally, when the big components are planned out, think about what colour scheme and decor will best suit you and your family. If needed, an interior designer can help here.

Should I include a fireplace in my living room or family room?

Depending on your climate, a fireplace might be a great way to add warmth and interest to your living space. Even if your location is warm year-round, you can always add a faux fireplace or nonfunctioning fireplace as part of your decor. There are many options to choose from, so be sure to check them out. A wood-burning fireplace gives an authentic experience, though a gas one still emits heat without the mess. A double-sided or corner unit strays from the ordinary, or you can go with a wood stove fireplace if you're looking for a piece of art. If you want a contemporary touch, veer away from the traditional wood or tile mantel by going with stone, concrete or metal instead.

What kind of built-ins should I add to my living room?

Although it might not seem glamorous, having enough storage is instrumental when it comes to keeping the room organised and practical. Built-in bookcases, shelves and cabinets are a great way to add hidden, functional storage for all the knickknacks you accumulate. Movie and gaming buffs will love a custom entertainment centre, with enough cabinets for movies, speakers and electronic accessories; you can even create a media room with a projector and lounge chairs! If you still have room to spare, include a booth for homework or craft projects.

How do I decorate my home interiors?

When it comes to decorating, neutrals are always the safe option because they look good and never go out of style. They also give any artwork you hang enough breathing space. If you do want to try out a bolder colour scheme, add colour with walls and midcentury accessories. That way, if you get sick of a colour, you can quickly repaint the walls and find new knickknacks, instead of having to replace your sofas every time trends change. Popular colours include blue, green and grey, but don't be afraid to try bright colours like red or yellow, even if it's just on an accent wall. Finally, make sure there is plenty of light. Recessed or track lighting are great ways to hit every corner — better yet, add more natural light by installing additional windows or a skylight.