Photo of a mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in Austin with grey walls, bamboo floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and vaulted.

Photo of a mid-sized modern living room in Seattle with white walls, bamboo floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

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Photo of a mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Toronto with grey walls, bamboo floors and no fireplace.

Photographer: Michael Skott
Small modern open concept living room in Seattle with multi-coloured walls, bamboo floors, a standard fireplace and a concrete fireplace surround.

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Design ideas for a mid-sized modern open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, bamboo floors, no fireplace and no tv.

The existing house had a modern framework, but the rooms were small and enclosed in a more traditional pattern. The open layout and elegant detailing drew inspiration from modern American and Japanese ideas, while a more Mexican tradition provided direction for color layering. Aidin Mariscal www.immagineint.com

With a listing price of just under $4 million, this gorgeous row home located near the Convention Center in Washington DC required a very specific look to attract the proper buyer. The home has been completely remodeled in a modern style with bamboo flooring and bamboo kitchen cabinetry so the furnishings and decor needed to be complimentary. Typically, transitional furnishings are used in staging across the board, however, for this property we wanted an urban loft, industrial look with heavy elements of reclaimed wood to create a city, hotel luxe style. As with all DC properties, this one is long and narrow but is completely open concept on each level, so continuity in color and design selections was critical. The row home had several open areas that needed a defined purpose such as a reception area, which includes a full bar service area, pub tables, stools and several comfortable seating areas for additional entertaining. It also boasts an in law suite with kitchen and living quarters as well as 3 outdoor spaces, which are highly sought after in the District.

Inspiration for a large modern formal open concept living room in Atlanta with beige walls, bamboo floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Photo of a mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Oxfordshire with white walls, bamboo floors and brown floor.

These courtyard duplexes stretch vertically with public spaces on the main level, private spaces on the second, and a third-story perch for reading & dreaming accessed by a spiral staircase. They also live larger by opening the entire kitchen / dining wall to an expansive deck and private courtyard. Embedded in an eclectically modern New Urbanist neighborhood, the exterior features bright colors and a patchwork of complimentary materials. Photos: Maggie Flickinger

Featuring an appealing design, this innovatively designed set comes in pumpkin or chocolate thick Italian leather. This set has adjustable headrests for maximum comfort and based on finely chromed legs. Available configurations: Sofa, Loveseat Lounger and Swivel Chair. Dimensions: Sofa:W 89.4" x D 39.7" x H 32.3"-39.8" Love:W 74.01" x D 39.7" x H 32.3"-39.8" Chair:W 26.4" x D 37.4" x H 32.3"-39.8"

This is an example of a large modern open concept living room in Perth with white walls, bamboo floors and a wall-mounted tv.

The living room features high ceilings, tall windows and lots of light. Clear finish plywood panels on the ceiling and wall and bamboo on the floor provide warmth while the steel-clad fireplace with LED accent lighting is the focus of the room. photo: Alex Hayden

Design ideas for a modern living room in San Francisco with a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and bamboo floors.

The natural granite rock bluff is enclosed inside the house to provide a sitting surface for playing guitar, hanging out, and watching movies.
Inspiration for an expansive modern open concept living room in Vancouver with bamboo floors and white walls.

Inspiration for a modern living room in Portland with multi-coloured walls, bamboo floors and multi-coloured floor.

Inspiration for a modern living room in San Francisco with a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and bamboo floors.

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Photo of a mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in Miami with white walls, bamboo floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall and brown floor.

When Irvine designer, Richard Bustos’ client decided to remodel his Orange County 4,900 square foot home into a contemporary space, he immediately thought of Cantoni. His main concern though was based on the assumption that our luxurious modern furnishings came with an equally luxurious price tag. It was only after a visit to our Irvine store, where the client and Richard connected that the client realized our extensive collection of furniture and accessories was well within his reach.

“Richard was very thorough and straight forward as far as pricing,” says the client. "I became very intrigued that he was able to offer high quality products that I was looking for within my budget.” The next phases of the project involved looking over floor plans and discussing the client’s vision as far as design. The goal was to create a comfortable, yet stylish and modern layout for the client, his wife, and their three kids. In addition to creating a cozy and contemporary space, the client wanted his home to exude a tranquil atmosphere. Drawing most of his inspiration from Houzz, (the leading online platform for home remodeling and design) the client incorporated a Zen-like ambiance through the distressed greyish brown flooring, organic bamboo wall art, and with Richard’s help, earthy wall coverings, found in both the master bedroom and bathroom. Over the span of approximately two years, Richard helped his client accomplish his vision by selecting pieces of modern furniture that possessed the right colors, earthy tones, and textures so as to complement the home’s pre-existing features. The first room the duo tackled was the great room, and later continued furnishing the kitchen and master bedroom. Living up to its billing, the great room not only opened up to a breathtaking view of the Newport coast, it also was one great space. Richard decided that the best option to maximize the space would be to break the room into two separate yet distinct areas for living and dining. While exploring our online collections, the client discovered the Jasper Shag rug in a bold and vibrant green. The grassy green rug paired with the sleek Italian made Montecarlo glass dining table added just the right amount of color and texture to compliment the natural beauty of the bamboo sculpture. The client happily adds, “I’m always receiving complements on the green rug!” Once the duo had completed the dining area, they worked on furnishing the living area, and later added pieces like the classic Renoir bed to the master bedroom and Crescent Console to the kitchen, which adds both balance and sophistication. The living room, also known as the family room was the central area where Richard’s client and his family would spend quality time. As a fellow family man, Richard understood that that meant creating an inviting space with comfortable and durable pieces of furniture that still possessed a modern flare. The client loved the look and design of the Mercer sectional. With Cantoni’s ability to customize furniture, Richard was able to special order the sectional in a fabric that was both durable and aesthetically pleasing. Selecting the color scheme for the living room was also greatly influenced by the client’s pre-existing artwork as well as unique distressed floors. Richard recommended adding dark pieces of furniture as seen in the Mercer sectional along with the Viera area rug. He explains, “The darker colors and contrast of the rug’s material worked really well with the distressed wood floor.” Furthermore, the comfortable American Leather Recliner, which was customized in red leather not only maximized the space, but also tied in the client’s picturesque artwork beautifully. The client adds gratefully, “Richard was extremely helpful with color; He was great at seeing if I was taking it too far or not enough.” It is apparent that Richard and his client made a great team. With the client’s passion for great design and Richard’s design expertise, together they transformed the home into a modern sanctuary. Working with this particular client was a very rewarding experience for Richard. He adds, “My client and his family were so easy and fun to work with. Their enthusiasm, focus, and involvement are what helped me bring their ideas to life. I think we created a unique environment that their entire family can enjoy for many years to come.” https://www.cantoni.com/project/a-contemporary-sanctuary