This is a basement renovation transforms the space into a Library for a client's personal book collection . Space includes all LED lighting , cork floorings , Reading area (pictured) and fireplace nook .

Westchester Mid Century

Lex & Hudson

Midcentury living room in New York with a library, blue walls and red floor.

Upper West Side Penthouse

Minami Livingston Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in New York with a library, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and wallpaper.

Vista Residence

Miró Rivera Architects

Paul Finkel
Large midcentury open concept living room in Austin with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Hart Residence

Blackbox design studios

This is an example of a midcentury open concept living room in Salt Lake City with a library, grey walls and dark hardwood floors.

Hampshire Family Home

Jane Clayton & Company

A bespoke-crafted bookcase makes a striking focal point in this family snug.
Inspiration for a midcentury living room in Hampshire with a library.

Spencertown House

Decumanus Green

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Boston with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Allandale Mid-Century Remodel

Studio Steinbomer

Livigin Room
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Austin with a library, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, brown floor and vaulted.

Zilker Park MCM

Ashby Collective

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Austin with a library, white walls, no fireplace, no tv and white floor.

Contemporary Country House

Oliver Burns

This unique sunken lounge with a bespoke modular sofa offers an intimate space for socialising in this stylish open-plan living area
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in London with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and no tv.

Bellevue Midcentury Remodel

H2D Architecture + Design

H2D worked with the clients to update their Bellevue midcentury modern home. The living room was remodeled to accent the vaulted wood ceiling. A built-in office space was designed between the living room and kitchen areas. A see-thru fireplace and built-in bookcases provide connection between the living room and dining room. Design by; Heidi Helgeson, H2D Architecture + Design Built by: Harjo Construction

Contemporary Home

Glacier Window & Door

Photo of a midcentury open concept living room in Portland with a library, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove and orange floor.

West Village Pied-à-Terre

Studioteka Design, LLC

Located in Manhattan, this beautiful three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath apartment incorporates elements of mid-century modern, including soft greys, subtle textures, punchy metals, and natural wood finishes. Throughout the space in the living, dining, kitchen, and bedroom areas are custom red oak shutters that softly filter the natural light through this sun-drenched residence. Louis Poulsen recessed fixtures were placed in newly built soffits along the beams of the historic barrel-vaulted ceiling, illuminating the exquisite décor, furnishings, and herringbone-patterned white oak floors. Two custom built-ins were designed for the living room and dining area: both with painted-white wainscoting details to complement the white walls, forest green accents, and the warmth of the oak floors. In the living room, a floor-to-ceiling piece was designed around a seating area with a painting as backdrop to accommodate illuminated display for design books and art pieces. While in the dining area, a full height piece incorporates a flat screen within a custom felt scrim, with integrated storage drawers and cabinets beneath. In the kitchen, gray cabinetry complements the metal fixtures and herringbone-patterned flooring, with antique copper light fixtures installed above the marble island to complete the look. Custom closets were also designed by Studioteka for the space including the laundry room.

Casa Teti - La semplicità che stupisce

Matteo Magnabosco

Gli arredi vintage si affiancano ad arredi più moderni, in una palette cromatica tenue con tocchi di colore accesi.
Mid-sized midcentury enclosed living room in Turin with a library, pink walls and light hardwood floors.

Pièce à vivre

MMCC Architecture

Mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Paris with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Built In Bookshelves

Trim Tech Designs

Do you thrive in the sunshine or love the colder months? Make sure to ask yourself this question when planning your home layout! Natural light has a huge impact & helps set the tone for a space. Drop a ☀️ for summer and a ❄️ for winter in the comments below!

Peckham Townhouse

Zoe Willis Design

This townhouse in East Dulwich was newly built in sympathy with its Georgian neighbours. An imposing building set over four stories, the owners described their home as a ‘white box’, requiring full design and dressing. The brief was to create defined spaces on each floor that reflected the owner’s bold tastes and appreciation of the Soho House aesthetic. A ‘club’ style den was created on the raised ground floor with a ‘speakeasy pub’ in the basement off the main entertaining space. The master suite in the eaves, housed a walk in wardrobe, ensuite with double sinks and shower. Throughout the home bold colour, varied textures and playful art were abundant.

2020 Fall Remodelers Showcase: Long Lake/Orono Midcentury Modern

Boyer Building Corporation

Mid century modern living room with open spaces, transom windows and waterfall, peninsula fireplace on far right;
Photo of an expansive midcentury open concept living room in Minneapolis with a library, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Currant Ave Whole Home Remodel

FBC Remodel

This beautiful home in Boulder, Colorado got a full two-story remodel. Their remodel included a new kitchen and dining area, living room, entry way, staircase, lofted area, bedroom, bathroom and office. Check out this client's new beautiful home

Living Room

Christina Van Blake at HOME

Moody mid-century modern living room space with linen slipcover sofa made in the USA and pottery decor from Four Hands furniture
Small midcentury enclosed living room in Boston with a library, green walls, no fireplace, no tv and beige floor.

Midcentury Living Room Design Photos with a Library

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

Which midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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.