Living room with fireplace. Conspicuously absent is the large screen TV...... Bounded by three wall of glass this room is intended to be a place to sit and engage with others, the park and lake across the road and outdoors areas to the rear. With rain falling and the fireplace roaring it is a special place to be.

COASTAL FARMHOUSE

Claridge Construction

Large contemporary open concept living room in Adelaide with white walls, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and vaulted.

Cannon Valley Abode

Tempus Design Studio Pty Ltd

This is an example of a contemporary open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, exposed beam, timber and vaulted.

1812 Justin

Birch & Brass

Contemporary formal open concept living room in Austin with white walls, concrete floors, no fireplace, no tv, grey floor and vaulted.

Royal Berkshire // Full Home Interior Design Project

Clark + Aldine

Custom designed fireplace with molding design. Vaulted ceilings with stunning lighting. Built-in cabinetry for storage and floating shelves for displacing items you love. Comfortable furniture for a growing family: sectional sofa, leather chairs, vintage rug creating a light and airy living space.

Northridge

Theresa Ory Interiors

Photo of a transitional open concept living room in Atlanta with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and vaulted.

Elbow Valley Estate

Brenda Motter Interiors LTD

Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in Calgary with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and wallpaper.

Vaulted ceilings opens the main floor

Denver Design Group

As we discussed pulling down the interior walls and hoisting load-bearing beams in their place it became clear that the existing ceiling had to go and a new vaulted ceiling, complete with skylights would create a spacious, sunny, open living space.

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.

English Tudor

Remedy Design Firm

This is an example of a transitional open concept living room in Salt Lake City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, beige floor, exposed beam, vaulted and brick walls.

Casa de inspiración nórdica

Canexel Construcciones

Salón de estilo nórdico, luminoso y acogedor con gran contraste entre tonos blancos y negros.
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Barcelona with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, white floor and vaulted.

Arcadia Lights

AFT Construction

Design ideas for a large transitional open concept living room in Phoenix with a home bar, white walls, light hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Hill Street

Jubilee Interiors

Photo of a small eclectic open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, laminate floors, a hanging fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

From dark & dingy to beautiful

Lyn's Design Style

Stunning stone fireplace, with built in cabinets. A welcoming and warm living area.
This is an example of a large transitional open concept living room in Boise with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and vaulted.

Augusta and Quincy Custom Blend Real Thin Stone Veneer Interior Fireplace

Quarry Mill

This stunning living room showcases large windows with a lake view, cathedral ceilings with exposed wood beams, and a gas double-sided fireplace with a custom blend of Augusta and Quincy natural ledgestone thin veneer. Quincy stones bring a variety of grays, blues, and tan tones to your stone project. The lighter colors help contrast the darker tones of this stone and create depth in any size project. The golden veins add some highlights the will brighten your project. The stones are rectangular with squared edges that are great for creating a staggered brick look. Most electronics and appliances blend well with this stone. The rustic look of antiques and various artwork are enhanced with Quincy stones in the background.

Linden Scandanavian

Rosy Alexander Interior Design

Design ideas for a scandinavian open concept living room in Raleigh with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, yellow floor and vaulted.

Truehart

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

We are so thankful for good customers! This small family relocating from Massachusetts put their trust in us to create a beautiful kitchen for them. They let us have free reign on the design, which is where we are our best! We are so proud of this outcome, and we know that they love it too!

Modern Northwoods Residence Great Room & Dining

Amy Carman Design

A view from the living room into the dining, kitchen, and loft areas of the main living space. Windows and walk-outs on both levels allow views and ease of access to the lake at all times.

Three Arch Cottage

Nate Fischer Interiors

Bright and airy cottage living room with white washed brick and natural wood beam mantle.
Photo of a small beach style open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, no tv and vaulted.

Casco Point Lake Home

Rachel Kate Design

This is an example of a transitional open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Open Concept 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 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.