The Modore 95 MKII by Element4 is a frameless direct vent fireplace ideal for smaller spaces. It takes a twist on a classic one-sided firebox with exceptionally clean lines.

School House Eclectic

Third Coast Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Chicago with grey walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, dark hardwood floors, no tv and brown floor.

Eclectic Elegance

Renaissance Sisters

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic formal open concept living room in Other with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.

Houzz reportage - Hemma hos Malin Crépin

Kronfoto

Foto: Kronfoto © Houzz 2017
Design ideas for a small eclectic open concept living room in Stockholm with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove and a tile fireplace surround.

ALMADEN

Jula Cole Design

Fully renovated ranch style house. Layout has been opened to provide open concept living. Custom stained beams
This is an example of a large country formal open concept living room in San Diego with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and beige floor.

Glen Iris

Signature Homes

Design ideas for a large traditional formal open concept living room in Birmingham with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and no tv.

Urban Sophistication

LeBlanc Design

Michael J Lee
Design ideas for a contemporary open concept living room in Boston with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and no tv.

Rustic Revised

Foss by Design LLC

Mid-sized country open concept living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and beige floor.

Meridian Kessler Colonial Home Remodel

Emergent Construction

Whonsetler Photography
Inspiration for a formal open concept living room in Indianapolis with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

Vintage Boho-Modern

Kate Bendewald Interior Design (KBID)

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Denver with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Austin, Texas | Leander Crossing - Classic Tulane Living Room

Brightland Homes

Large open concept living room in Austin with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

Living Rooms & Great Rooms by Design Connection, Inc.

Design Connection, Inc.

Our clients had thought very hard about remodeling or moving. Their family was at a point where they needed to move or remodel. They loved their neighborhood. In researching their options they found Design Connection, Inc, on Houzz website. After much thought they decided to remodel their entire first floor of their home to make the space more family friendly. Our design team at Design Connection, Inc. came up with a plan to remodel the kitchen space and update all the fixtures, flooring, fireplaces. Space plans allowed the client to see where all the new furnishing were going to be placed, as well as choices for carpet, countertops, plumbing, a new island, lighting, tile furniture and accessories. An approval was given and everything was ordered. The client stated “The process was simple and went smoothly.” The construction process from start to finish took a mere two months and finished on time and on budget. The furniture was delivered at one time and the pictures hung by our professional installer. The accessories were the final element to complete this beautiful project. The client’s left for a few hours with an empty house and came back to their dream home. They were thrilled! Design Connection, Inc. provided space plans, cabinets, countertops, tile, painting, furniture, area rugs accessories, hard wood floors and installation of all materials and project management.

Urban Condo

RLH Studio

Steven Henke Studio
Inspiration for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Minneapolis with light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, white walls and a tile fireplace surround.

Modern Addition - Living Room

LEAP Architecture

This intimate space is cozy and inviting with a pop of color. Floor to ceiling windows bring the outdoors in and creates a connection to the changing seasons. The build in fire place creates a focal point, and the coziest seat in the house.

The Bluffton

Cottage Home Company

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in Jacksonville with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and brown floor.

Katherine & Robert's Rowhouse

Residents Understood

Bonnie Sen
Design ideas for a transitional formal open concept living room in DC Metro with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Condo Renovation Chicago

Levy Custom Homes, Inc.

Design ideas for a large contemporary open concept living room in Chicago with multi-coloured walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

Living Space

Mary Anne Smiley Interiors

Danny Piassick
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a tile fireplace surround.

Living Rooms & Great Rooms by Design Connection, Inc.

Design Connection, Inc.

Prior to remodeling, this spacious great room was reminiscent of the 1907’s in both its furnishings and window treatments. While the view from the room is spectacular with windows that showcase a beautiful pond and a large expanse of land with a horse barn, the interior was dated. Our client loved his space, but knew it needed an update. Before the remodel began, there was a wall that separated the kitchen from the great room. The client desired a more open and fluid floor plan. Arlene Ladegaard, principle designer of Design Connection, Inc., was contacted to help achieve his dreams of creating an open and updated space. Arlene designed a space that is transitional in style. She used an updated color palette of gray tons to compliment the adjoining kitchen. By opening the space up and unifying design styles throughout, the blending of the two rooms becomes seamless. Comfort was the primary consideration in selecting the sectional as the client wanted to be able to sit at length for leisure and TV viewing. The side tables are a dark wood that blends beautifully with the newly installed dark wood floors, the windows are dressed in simple treatments of gray linen with navy accents, for the perfect final touch. With regard to artwork and accessories, Arlene spent many hours at outside markets finding just the perfect accessories to compliment all the furnishings. With comfort and function in mind, each welcoming seat is flanked by a surface for setting a drink – again, making it ideal for entertaining. Design Connection, Inc. of Overland Park provided the following for this project: space plans, furniture, window treatments, paint colors, wood floor selection, tile selection and design, lighting, artwork and accessories, and as the project manager, Arlene Ladegaard oversaw installation of all the furnishings and materials.

Lago Vista

Manhattan Home Builders

jason page
Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Austin with grey walls, marble floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and a built-in media wall.

Open Concept Living Room Design Photos with a Tile 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 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 living room ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

Which 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 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 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 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.