Photo of 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.

San Jose, CA Custom Home, Turn key

Yolanda Barriga Interior Design

Frank Novak photo credit
Mid-sized midcentury formal enclosed living room in Los Angeles with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a projector screen.

Cardiff by the sea modern

Jula Cole Design

Living room/ dining room/ kitchen open concept area renovation Custom builtin with parota wood top, grasscloth wall paper, mixed metal hardware (brass and black), brass lighting.

Private Residence

Dawn Dally Design, LLC.

Harvey Smith
Inspiration for a large midcentury formal open concept living room in Orlando with blue walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and no tv.

South Drive Whole House Renovation

Harwood Design Builders Ltd.

A riverfront property is a desirable piece of property duet to its proximity to a waterway and parklike setting. The value in this renovation to the customer was creating a home that allowed for maximum appreciation of the outside environment and integrating the outside with the inside, and this design achieved this goal completely. To eliminate the fishbowl effect and sight-lines from the street the kitchen was strategically designed with a higher counter top space, wall areas were added and sinks and appliances were intentional placement. Open shelving in the kitchen and wine display area in the dining room was incorporated to display customer's pottery. Seating on two sides of the island maximize river views and conversation potential. Overall kitchen/dining/great room layout designed for parties, etc. - lots of gathering spots for people to hang out without cluttering the work triangle. Eliminating walls in the ensuite provided a larger footprint for the area allowing for the freestanding tub and larger walk-in closet. Hardwoods, wood cabinets and the light grey colour pallet were carried through the entire home to integrate the space.

Arcadia Heights Renovation

DFS Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a large midcentury open concept living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Modern Living Room & Seating Area

Fox Den Designs, LLC

Modern Living Room Makeover including full re-facing of fireplace (13 ft ceilings).
Inspiration for a large midcentury open concept living room in Other with beige walls, ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Project Oval

AW Design Studio

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury formal enclosed living room in London with a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Colorful Mid-Century Artist's Retreat

Nina Williams Interiors

This space belongs to an artsy couple who is not afraid of color. Pops of bright green and fuchsia cheer the space further and pull in the bright colors from the original artwork. A mid century wood server with unique graining calms the bright colors.

Storage and Shelving

Jamie's Kitchen & Bath

Midcentury living room in Los Angeles with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Wyckoff Edgy Chic Revival

JK interior living

Inspiration 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.

Mt. Laurel

Melde Construction Company

Casey Dunn
Photo of a midcentury open concept living room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a concealed tv.

PS Autorama - Palm Springs

South Bay Green

We supplied the wallpaper for the kitchen wall for this awesome auto themed vacation rental in Palm Springs
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and grey floor.

Modern Living Room & Seating Area

Fox Den Designs, LLC

Modern Living Room Makeover including full re-facing of fireplace (13 ft ceilings) with Stikwood and built in Stikwood wrapped floating mantle to keep with the modern feel.

Reclaimed Wood Fireplace - Tampa, FL

Urban Concepts Modern Hearth & Outdoor, Inc.

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

Mid Century Modern Living Room

Elegant Interiors LLC, -Decorating Den INTERIORS

This family room went from outdated brown furnishings to transitional glam!!!
This is an example of a large midcentury open concept family room in New York with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Lifestyle Inspiration

FURNISH. Lounge - Dining - Outdoor Furniture

Natuzzi Editions, Leather Lounge Suite. Available in many sizes including armchair, 3 seater and 2 seater. With matching tan brown leather ottoman/footstool. It looks great with this midcentury modern lounge room with wood panelled walls and roaring fireplace. Cushion, throw and book accents.

Boston Penthouse Renovation

kelly mcguill home

Kyle Caldwell Photography
Photo of a large midcentury open concept living room in Boston with a home bar, white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

M Streets Project

Honeysuckle and Bulldog

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Dallas with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Ground Floor Makeover - Hampton Hill

UNiON interiors and styling

Gorgeous Hicks' Grand Wallpaper by Cole and Son with Black Midcentury leather sofa and Teal Ceiling
Mid-sized midcentury enclosed living room in London with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a wood fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

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.