Inspiration for a small midcentury open concept living room in Boston with concrete floors, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, beige floor and wood.

PORTFOLIO

Anne McDonald Design

Design ideas for a midcentury formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, beige floor, vaulted and wood.

Living Room

Thayer Design Build

Midcentury living room in Other with multi-coloured walls, cork floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv, beige floor and wood.

Bringing Back The Love

Meadowlark Design+Build

A great room with clerestory windows and a unique loft area is perfect for both relaxing and working/studying from home. Design and construction by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Professional photography by Sean Carter.

Maple MCM

Vanillawood

Photo of a midcentury living room in Portland with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, beige floor, vaulted and wood.

Mid Century Modern Townhouse

Alexander Gorlin Architects

This rare 1950’s glass-fronted townhouse on Manhattan’s Upper East Side underwent a modern renovation to create plentiful space for a family. An additional floor was added to the two-story building, extending the façade vertically while respecting the vocabulary of the original structure. A large, open living area on the first floor leads through to a kitchen overlooking the rear garden. Cantilevered stairs lead to the master bedroom and two children’s rooms on the second floor and continue to a media room and offices above. A large skylight floods the atrium with daylight, illuminating the main level through translucent glass-block floors.

Hudson Rental Residence

Bespoke Decor

This blank-slate ranch house gets a lively, era-appropriate update for short term rental. Vintage albums, an original mid--century coffee table and a retro lamp pair with modern reproductions to create modern, livable, pet-friendly space.

Lost Creek Remodel

Oliver Custom Homes

Builder: Oliver Custom Homes Architect: Barley|Pfeiffer Interior Designer: Panache Interiors Photographer: Mark Adams Media
Design ideas for a large midcentury open concept living room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and beige floor.

Mid Century Remodel

VFLA Architecture + Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Denver with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Contemporary Home Renovation

Unique Remodeling Inc

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury formal enclosed living room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and beige floor.

Stressless Products

Hansen Interiors

Named for the gentle waves of the ocean, the Stressless Wave (medium seat) sofa represents a true innovation in comfort technology. The Wave automatically adjusts to each person the moment they take a seat on this amazing sofa. The patented Plus and Glide systems provide the perfect seating angle for truly customized support and the ultimate in individual comfort. Available in a three seat sofa, two seat loveseat, chair, and sectional choices, the Wave collection also comes with a choice of high or low back. Complete your room with a coordinating Nordic medium or large recliner.

Arapahoe Place

Brian David Roberts | Interior Planning & Design

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Mid Century Vibe

GRAVITATE interiors + design

This is an example of a midcentury open concept living room in New York with grey walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Mid-Century Remodel

Custom Design & Construction

Photo of a midcentury living room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Staging Project in Los Feliz

Nesting Dolls Design

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

Commonwealth

cityhomeCOLLECTIVE

Photo: Kerri Fukui
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury loft-style living room in Salt Lake City with a library, white walls, carpet and beige floor.

Revitalised Retro Victorian Home

My Bespoke Room

This small Victorian living room has been transformed into a modern olive-green oasis!
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury 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.

Mid-Century Modern Style Living Room

ITECTDESIGN LLC.

mid century modern living space characterized by accent colors, brass strokes, minimalistic modern arched built-ins, and a sleek modern fireplace design. A perfect combination of a distressed brown leather sofa a neutral lounge chair a colorful rug and a brass-legged coffee table. this color palette adds sophistication, elegance, and modernism to any living space.

Northolt Family House

Katerina Dipartiene

Feature wall tells a special story and gives softness and more mystery to the F&B 'Off Black' colour painted walls. Olive green velvet sofa is a Queen in this room. Gold and crystal elements, perfect American walnut TV stand and featured fireplace looks amazing together, giving that Chick vibe of contemporary-midcentury look.

Mid-Century Modern Living Room

Tongue & Groove Design + Build

Joshua Curry Photography, Rick Ricozzi Photography
Inspiration for a large midcentury open concept living room in Wilmington with beige walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Midcentury Living Design Ideas with Beige Floor

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.