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For the Love of MCM

Sklar Studios

For a family of music lovers both in listening and skill - the formal living room provided the perfect spot for their grand piano. Outfitted with a custom Wren Silva console stereo, you can't help but to kick back in some of the most comfortable and rad swivel chairs you'll find.

John and Shannon

B Designs Interior's

When Shannon initially contacted me, she was a tad nervous. When had been referred to me but i think a little intimidated none the less. The goal was to update the Living room.

Uptown - Mid Century Mod

Design Studio on 2nd

This is an example of a midcentury living room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Irvington Modern Bungalow

Akos Construction

Design ideas for a midcentury formal open concept living room in Portland with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Via Gabriel

FlipGreat

This is an example of a midcentury open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Mid Century Meets Tudor

mercer INTERIOR

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury enclosed living room in New York with multi-coloured walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

MidCentury Modern Open Concept Kitchen and Living Room

Aria Stone Gallery

The delicate veins in this Calacatta Extra align for a dramatic artwork presentation that is the center of attention in this open plan dining and living space. The remnant portions on the fireplace make for a unique continuation of the design, creating a space that effortlessly flows from one area to the next. The versatility of Calacatta marbles make for a one-of-a-kind patterning that is exclusive to each block of stone.

Downingtown

STUDIOrobert jamieson

Rebecca McAlpin Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Philadelphia with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Rosenwald House

Flavin Architects

This remodel of a mid century gem is located in the town of Lincoln, MA a hot bed of modernist homes inspired by Gropius’ own house built nearby in the 1940’s. By the time the house was built, modernism had evolved from the Gropius era, to incorporate the rural vibe of Lincoln with spectacular exposed wooden beams and deep overhangs. The design rejects the traditional New England house with its enclosing wall and inward posture. The low pitched roofs, open floor plan, and large windows openings connect the house to nature to make the most of its rural setting. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography

West Seattle Mid-Century

Board & Vellum

Photos by Tina Witherspoon.
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, light hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and wood.

Deerfoot Residence

Brett Grinkmeyer

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in Austin with white walls, porcelain floors, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and white floor.

Mid-Century Modern Living Room

Tongue & Groove Design + Build

Joshua Curry Photography, Rick Ricozzi Photography
Design ideas 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.

Ratio House

Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl Architecture

A dramatic, vertically cut limestone wall adds life and motion to this bright, formal living room.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in Seattle with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Navy coastal living room

Savvy Interiors

Midcentury enclosed living room in San Diego with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Upper West Side Residence

Ann Baumgartner Design

Marco Ricca
Mid-sized midcentury enclosed living room in Denver with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

Mid Century Modern

Elevation

This is an example of a midcentury enclosed living room in Minneapolis with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

The Transitional Mid-Century Home

Lunada Consulting & Design, Inc.

This transitional mid-century living room features a neutral palette with subtle pops of color in the furniture.
Photo of a large midcentury open concept living room in Los Angeles with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

3rd Avenue Craftsman

REYNOLDS ASH + ASSOCIATES

Photography by Heather Mace of RA+A Architecture + Structural Engineering by Reynolds Ash + Associates.
Design ideas for a large midcentury open concept living room in Albuquerque with yellow walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Our Work

Rays Carpet One Floor & Home

Mid-sized midcentury formal enclosed living room in Sacramento with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Midcentury Living Room Design Photos with a Stone Fireplace Surround

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.