Living room and dining area featuring exposed wood beams, black and gold chandelier, shiplap walls, rattan coffee table, black table lamps, hardwood flooring, and large black windows.

Marshall Homestead

Gateway Builders

Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in Other with a home bar, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Leeds Custom Bungalow

Curtis White Companies

Design ideas for a mid-sized open concept living room in Birmingham with grey walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, grey floor and planked wall panelling.

McLaughlin

Blu and White

This is an example of a large transitional formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, beige floor and planked wall panelling.

Casual Coastal

Emily Moss Designs

This is an example of a large beach style open concept living room in Tampa with white walls, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and planked wall panelling.

Park Place

Vertical Arts Architecture

Inspiration for a large country open concept living room in Denver with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Pinecrest Residence

Anders Lasater Architects

photo by Chad Mellon
This is an example of a large beach style open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround, a ribbon fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, vaulted, wood and planked wall panelling.

2021 Crown Point Farmhouse

Birnam Design Co.

Design ideas for a transitional open concept living room in Chicago with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Custom Media Walls & Niches (Various Locations)

Todd Whittaker Drywall Inc.

The Herringbone shiplap wall painted in Black of Night makes for the absolutely perfect background to make the Caramel Maple cabinetry and mantle pop!

Fireplace, Gateway Grove Lot 7, Warsaw, IN

T.L. Jackson Construction

The living room area features a beautiful shiplap and tile surround around the gas fireplace.
This is an example of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Other with white walls, vinyl floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, multi-coloured floor and planked wall panelling.

Woodland Retreat

Nathan Homes LLC

Inspiration for a transitional open concept living room in Omaha with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and planked wall panelling.

Anchor Watch

Crosby Creations Drafting & Design Services, LLC

Inspiration for a transitional open concept living room in Charleston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, exposed beam, timber and planked wall panelling.

Skyla

WEST BAY HOMES real estate development

Design ideas for a transitional open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Moroccan Fushion

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

6 1/2-inch wide engineered Weathered Maple by Casabella - collection: Provincial, selection: Fredicton
Design ideas for a country formal open concept living room with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

A new family home

Guenther Designs & Consulting LLC

Another view of the great room overlooking the dining and kitchen area.
Photo of a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Swansboro Remodel

Blue Green Construction, Inc.

Inspiration for a beach style open concept living room in Other with a library, white walls and planked wall panelling.

Durham Residence

LK Design NC

Lots of natural light, a relaxing color scheme, white sofas, floating shelves and a fireplace create a perfect getaway right in your own home!
Photo of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Raleigh with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, exposed beam, white walls and planked wall panelling.

Masculine & Cozy Cottage

Monarch & Maker

Nestled within the charming confines of Bluejack National, our design team utilized all the space this cozy cottage had to offer. Towering custom drapery creates the illusion of grandeur, guiding the eye toward the shiplap ceiling and exposed wooden beams. While the color palette embraces neutrals and earthy tones, playful pops of color and intriguing southwestern accents inject vibrancy and character into the space.

ЗАГОРОДНЫЙ ДОМ В ПОСЕЛКЕ «ОСТРОВ»

АВИЛА. Студия интерьера и архитектуры

Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Saint Petersburg with a library, white walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, no tv, black floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Heady Lake Hartwell Addition & Renovation

Chapman Design Group, Inc.

Originally built in 1990 the Heady Lakehouse began as a 2,800SF family retreat and now encompasses over 5,635SF. It is located on a steep yet welcoming lot overlooking a cove on Lake Hartwell that pulls you in through retaining walls wrapped with White Brick into a courtyard laid with concrete pavers in an Ashlar Pattern. This whole home renovation allowed us the opportunity to completely enhance the exterior of the home with all new LP Smartside painted with Amherst Gray with trim to match the Quaker new bone white windows for a subtle contrast. You enter the home under a vaulted tongue and groove white washed ceiling facing an entry door surrounded by White brick. Once inside you’re encompassed by an abundance of natural light flooding in from across the living area from the 9’ triple door with transom windows above. As you make your way into the living area the ceiling opens up to a coffered ceiling which plays off of the 42” fireplace that is situated perpendicular to the dining area. The open layout provides a view into the kitchen as well as the sunroom with floor to ceiling windows boasting panoramic views of the lake. Looking back you see the elegant touches to the kitchen with Quartzite tops, all brass hardware to match the lighting throughout, and a large 4’x8’ Santorini Blue painted island with turned legs to provide a note of color. The owner’s suite is situated separate to one side of the home allowing a quiet retreat for the homeowners. Details such as the nickel gap accented bed wall, brass wall mounted bed-side lamps, and a large triple window complete the bedroom. Access to the study through the master bedroom further enhances the idea of a private space for the owners to work. It’s bathroom features clean white vanities with Quartz counter tops, brass hardware and fixtures, an obscure glass enclosed shower with natural light, and a separate toilet room. The left side of the home received the largest addition which included a new over-sized 3 bay garage with a dog washing shower, a new side entry with stair to the upper and a new laundry room. Over these areas, the stair will lead you to two new guest suites featuring a Jack & Jill Bathroom and their own Lounging and Play Area. The focal point for entertainment is the lower level which features a bar and seating area. Opposite the bar you walk out on the concrete pavers to a covered outdoor kitchen feature a 48” grill, Large Big Green Egg smoker, 30” Diameter Evo Flat-top Grill, and a sink all surrounded by granite countertops that sit atop a white brick base with stainless steel access doors. The kitchen overlooks a 60” gas fire pit that sits adjacent to a custom gunite eight sided hot tub with travertine coping that looks out to the lake. This elegant and timeless approach to this 5,000SF three level addition and renovation allowed the owner to add multiple sleeping and entertainment areas while rejuvenating a beautiful lake front lot with subtle contrasting colors.

Open Concept Living Room Design Photos with Planked Wall Panelling

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.