Wayzata Mid-Century Modern Whole Home Restoration

Mid-Century Modern Restoration
Mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, a corner fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, white floor, exposed beam and wood walls.

Stratford Hills

Ashby Collective

Expansive midcentury formal open concept living room in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv and white floor.

Carmel Mid-Century LEED

Studio Schicketanz

Robert Canfield Photography
This is an example of a midcentury living room in San Francisco with a brick fireplace surround, a corner fireplace and white floor.

Los Angeles Mid-Century Modern Home

Alexander Gorlin Architects

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, white floor and exposed beam.

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Parlor Interiors

Zachary Balber
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in Miami with white walls, travertine floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and white floor.

B House NW PDX

AlisonBVer

Cozy living room with Malm gas fireplace, original windows/treatments, new shiplap, exposed doug fir beams
Design ideas for a small midcentury open concept living room in Portland with white walls, cork floors, a hanging fireplace, white floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

LS1 house

Hive Architects Inc.

Living Room with cross ventilation
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury open concept living room in Tampa with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and white floor.

Miller Park Condominium

WoodHart Interiors & Design, LLC

Design ideas for a small midcentury formal open concept living room in Other with light hardwood floors, white walls, no fireplace and white floor.

Vivid Store

Vivid Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, no tv and white floor.

Midcentury Modern on Lake Harwell Point - Westminster, SC

Chapman Design Group, Inc.

Mark Hoyle
This is an example of a large midcentury open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors and white floor.

Living Room Furniture

Fairhaven Furniture

Photo of a large midcentury formal open concept living room in Bridgeport with white walls, carpet, no fireplace, no tv and white floor.

Individuell angefertigtes Wandobjekt. Lamp & Sohn die Tischlerei

Raumkleid | Anke Preywisch

Wandobjekt Möbelanfertigung Tischlerei
This is an example of a small midcentury open concept living room in Cologne with beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and white floor.

Mid-Century Renovation Highlights Outdoor Entertaining

Tracy A. Stone Architect

The large living/dining room opens to the pool and outdoor entertainment area through a large set of sliding pocket doors. The walnut wall leads from the entry into the main space of the house and conceals the laundry room and garage door. A floor of terrazzo tiles completes the mid-century palette.

New Home in Windsor

RCL Development

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury enclosed living room in Miami with a library, white walls, porcelain floors, no fireplace, no tv and white floor.

Midcentury Modern on Lake Harwell Point - Westminster, SC

Chapman Design Group, Inc.

Mark Hoyle
Photo of a large midcentury open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors and white floor.

Springvale at Throsby

McDonald Jones Homes

Floor to ceiling windows allow for the outdoors to feature throughout this open plan living space. The stunning Mid-Century Modern furniture throughout is accented with chrome and metal finishes for a fresh and fun way to showcase this style.

Pratt & Lambert

Stephen Pappas Interiors

Mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, porcelain floors, no tv and white floor.

W_ro Beitel Dibekulu Interior renovation JAN 28

HOME + ቤት Interior Design

Inspiration for a large midcentury enclosed living room in Other with a music area, white walls, a wall-mounted tv, white floor and panelled walls.

Mid-Century Modern Addition/Renovation

John Harrison Jones, AIA Architect

Chad Mellon Photography and Lisa Mallory Interior Design, Family room addition
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury formal open concept living room in Nashville with white walls, no fireplace, no tv and white floor.

1403 Octavius

deSigneR - Architects and Interior Designers

In the living room, a blue Chesterfield leather sofa commands attention, bringing a vibrant touch to the space. The neutral hues of mushroom on the walls create a serene backdrop, allowing the sofa to stand out even more. A large brown coffee table with gold legs adds charm and boldness, becoming a focal point of the room. Vintage decor elements uplift the mood, infusing the living room with a timeless appeal. Adorning the back wall of the sofa, a large painting depicting an old town landscape adds character and serves as a captivating focal point. The overall design exudes a true classic aesthetic, combining comfort, elegance, and a touch of nostalgia.The four mirror panels add depth to the space.

Midcentury Living Room Design Photos with White Floor

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.