Living room featuring modern steel and wood fireplace wall with upper-level loft and horizontal round bar railings. Floating Stairs and Railings by Keuka Studios www.Keuka-Studios.com

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Flooret

Crisp tones of maple and birch. Minimal and modern, the perfect backdrop for every room. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Modern Ridge Two-Story

Swanson Homes

Our Interior Designer Dalia Carter always does such an amazing job of adding warmth and comfort to her spaces. Take a look at the Modern European Rambler & Rustic Modern Estate if you don't believe us! This great room is no different. We love the incorporation of plush furniture, beautiful stonework, natural materials, and soft neutral tones. Deep comfy couches propped with pillows, plush rugs and tons of natural sunlight make this space the perfect spot to cozy up in.

Yungaburra House

neil design

An oversize bespoke cast concrete bench seat provides seating and display against the wall. Light fills the open living area which features polished concrete flooring and VJ wall lining.

Glass House with Pool Views

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Design ideas for an expansive modern loft-style living room in Other with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and a tile fireplace surround.

Palisades Mid-Century Remodel

Sato Architects, Inc.

Mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, brown floor and vaulted.

The Screen ADU

Modern ADU Plans

One of our most popular designs, this contemporary twist on a traditional house form has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and comes in at 750 square feet. The spacious “great room” offers vaulted ceilings while the large windows and doors bring in abundant natural light and open up to a private patio. As a single level this is a barrier free ADU that can be ideal for aging-in-place.

Lake Michigan 70's Modern Renovation

Cannarsa Structure and Design

This is an example of a modern open concept living room with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, brown floor, vaulted, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Living Room Fireplace

Christie Architecture LLC

Inspiration for a large modern formal open concept living room in Portland with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor and vaulted.

White Rock - Complete Interior

Mavish Homes Inc

This is an example of a large modern open concept living room in Vancouver with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a corner tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Stack House

J Square Architecture

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.

Classic Contemporary

Glas Associates

Modern interior featuring a tall fireplace surround and custom television wall for easy viewing Photo by Ashley Avila Photography
This is an example of a modern open concept living room in Grand Rapids with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, black floor and vaulted.

Fuchsia House

Westbury Garden Rooms

The homeowners’ love of the outdoors flows throughout their home, through the exquisite diptych landscapes painted by Jane Rist, end tables artistically crafted from solid slabs of petrified wood, and the enchanting sea-blue of the stoneware bowls by Emma Hiles. The most striking connection of all being the vibrant natural light and views of the passing clouds above the large rectangular roof lanterns. Descending gracefully from one of the roof lanterns are delicate glass droplets that twinkle melodically in the breeze that moves gently through the automatic roof vents. Enabling warm air to escape in the summer months and alleviating heat build-up.

El Pomar Residence

Andrew Goodwin Designs

Photo of a mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in San Luis Obispo with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and vaulted.

Pinecrest Home Remodel Japandi Style

Janet Patterson Interior Design (JPID)

Open floor plan formal living room with modern fireplace.
Large modern formal open concept living room in Miami with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, beige floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Modern Farmhouse - Arcadia

Jamie's Kitchen & Bath

Prepare to be captivated by the transformation of this living space, where new 15 ft. vaulted ceilings were added along with a newly designed fireplace chimney breast. These architectural wonders have redefined the heart of the home, creating an atmosphere of grandeur and style. The introduction of vaulted ceilings is the crowning jewel of this transformation. They add a sense of spaciousness, and their soaring height welcomes abundant natural light. As you enter the room, your eyes are drawn upward, appreciating the openness and airiness of vaulted ceilings. The newly designed fireplace chimney breast creates a captivating focal point at the heart of it all. Its stunning design is a testament to the marriage of aesthetics and functionality. With its sleek lines and contemporary finish, the fireplace offers a cozy retreat for chilly evenings. Integrated custom shelving and cabinets into the chimney breast enhance the space's practicality and add a stylish element. The open shelving with wood accents contrasts the sleek surfaces, adding warmth and character. It's a perfect blend of form and function.

Energy Efficient Modern Coastal Home

Newport Renewables

Inspiration for a large modern open concept living room in Providence with white walls, light hardwood floors, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv, beige floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Lakefront Home on the Hill

Phinney Design Group

Large modern open concept living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a built-in media wall, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

XS Residence

Scale of Creativity - Architektur und Planung

XS residence is a living concept proposal for singles. The project is characterized by its L-shaped, elevated floor. The height differences on the floor as well as on the ceiling are the sole elements that define the space. The apartment is hence transparent, yet given the sense of rooms and corners. This former warehouse has existing pipes cutting through the interior at the entry where it resulted in stairs and undesirable, immediate climbs. By embracing the obstacle and extending it, the reading of the new, one bedroom apartment is as pure as lines (flows) and surfaces (spaces). The heart of the radial layout is a sunken gathering platform. This introvert space is embraced by the elevated floor, which serves as the extension of seating, The visitors thereby sit naturally facing each other and converse. The elevated outer ring is an active, fluid platform which receives visitors. At its height, the dinning guests have a great view toward the city skyline which is otherwise hindered. This space also creates a buffer to the exterior where neighbors pass by. The renovation removed the old flat ceiling, exposing the pitched roof structure to enhance the scale change of the space. The apartment is at its maximum height where activities and interactions take place and shrinks at the perimeter. It is an open layout with sense of spaces and intimacy.

Open Living Room With 22 Foot Ceilings

Regency Custom Homes

Expansive modern formal open concept living room in Phoenix with vaulted.

Modern Living Room Design Photos with Vaulted

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

Which modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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.