Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian formal enclosed living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

FISH LAKE CABIN

JCM Architecture

PHOTOS: JACOB HIXSON http://www.hixsonstudio.com/
Small scandinavian open concept living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Ballard Bungalow

Ore Studios

Andy Beers
Photo of a small scandinavian open concept living room in Seattle with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround and beige floor.

Totalrenovering av vackert 50 tals parhus i Göteborg

Studio A3

Vardagsrummet/matsalen med en blandning av gamla och nya möbler
Design ideas for a large scandinavian open concept living room in Gothenburg with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

January and February work by Coastal Stage and Rearrange

Coastal Stage and Rearrange

Take a twist on traditional
This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian formal enclosed living room in Other with light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, a plaster fireplace surround, brown floor and purple walls.

Nopa Classic Casual

Regan Baker Design Inc.

Hired mid demolition, Regan Baker Design Inc. partnered with the first-time home owners and construction team to help bring this two-bedroom two-bath condo some classic casual character. Cabinetry design, finish selection, furniture and accessories were all designed and implemented within a 6-month period. To add interest in the living room RBD added white oak paneling with a v-groove to the ceiling and clad the fireplace in a terra cotta tile. The space is completed with a Burning Man inspired painting made for the client by her sister! Contractor: McGowan Builders Photography: Sarah Heibenstreit of Modern Kids Co.

Park Slope Apartment Makeover Living Room

CAVdesign

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian living room in New York with a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, white walls, medium hardwood floors and a standard fireplace.

My Houzz

Lidy Dipert

Lidy Dipert
Mid-sized scandinavian formal open concept living room in Calgary with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Heta Woodburing stoves

Orion Heating - Woodburning Stoves

Heta Scanline 800. @Orion Heating - Woodburning Stoves and Gas fires in Essex. Exclusive fireplace showroom for top European brands. The standard model with a large ashpan and integrated tool set.

Harwood NW3

Martins Camisuli Architects

Alex Maguire Photography - Our brief was to expand this period property into a modern 3 bedroom family home. In doing so we managed to create some interesting architectural openings which introduced plenty of daylight and a very open view from front to back.

The Trailblazer

Citizen Design

Living room connection to outdoor patio
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian formal open concept living room in Seattle with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, grey floor and vaulted.

Rose Cottage

Hygge and Cwtch Design Studio

Design ideas for a small scandinavian open concept living room in Cornwall with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and exposed beam.

East Hampton Residence by Haus Interiors

Colin Miller Photography LLC

Colin Miller
This is an example of a scandinavian open concept living room in New York with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and no tv.

Edina Remodel

Revision LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian formal open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Tarrytown House

Webber + Studio, Architects

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian formal open concept living room in Austin with limestone floors, a hanging fireplace, beige walls, a metal fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Project Dover Shores

Mark Design Co.

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Компактная дача в стиле барнхаус.

St.Petr

Отделка задника печи-камина - горячекатаная сталь. На камине есть варочная поверхность.
Inspiration for a small scandinavian loft-style living room in Other with white walls, a wood stove, a metal fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Blackshire

MARCUSSE CONSTRUCTION

This is an example of a large scandinavian formal open concept living room in Grand Rapids with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Manon et Vincent

Charlotte Fequet

Thomas Leclerc
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Paris with white walls, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, a library, light hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Lewis Range Brick Fireplace Surround

Fireclay Tile

Less is more--art director and Instagram darling Amanda Jane Jones refreshes her classic brick fireplace in Snow.
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian open concept living room in Chicago with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

All Fireplace Surrounds Scandinavian Living Room Design Photos

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

Which Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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.