Marvin Design Gallery by Eldredge Lumber

Integrity from Marvin Windows and Doors open this tiny house up to a larger-than-life ocean view.
Design ideas for a small country open concept living room in Portland Maine with blue walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and beige floor.

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Арина Волкова

Андрей Белимов-Гущин
Photo of a small scandinavian open concept living room in Saint Petersburg with white walls.

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.

East London Apartment

T C S

This is an example of a small contemporary open concept living room in London with black walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

A Mid-Century Modern Apartment Makeover

Décor Aid

“Immediately upon seeing the space, I knew that we needed to create a narrative that allowed the design to control how you moved through the space,” reports Kimberly, senior interior designer. After surveying each room and learning a bit more about their personal style, we started with the living room remodel. It was clear that the couple wanted to infuse mid-century modern into the design plan. Sourcing the Room & Board Jasper Sofa with its narrow arms and tapered legs, it offered the mid-century look, with the modern comfort the clients are used to. Velvet accent pillows from West Elm and Crate & Barrel add pops of colors but also a subtle touch of luxury, while framed pictures from the couple’s honeymoon personalize the space. Moving to the dining room next, Kimberly decided to add a blue accent wall to emphasize the Horchow two piece Percussion framed art that was to be the focal point of the dining area. The Seno sideboard from Article perfectly accentuated the mid-century style the clients loved while providing much-needed storage space. The palette used throughout both rooms were very New York style, grays, blues, beiges, and whites, to add depth, Kimberly sourced decorative pieces in a mixture of different metals. “The artwork above their bureau in the bedroom is photographs that her father took,” Moving into the bedroom renovation, our designer made sure to continue to stick to the client’s style preference while once again creating a personalized, warm and comforting space by including the photographs taken by the client’s father. The Avery bed added texture and complimented the other colors in the room, while a hidden drawer at the foot pulls out for attached storage, which thrilled the clients. A deco-inspired Faceted mirror from West Elm was a perfect addition to the bedroom due to the illusion of space it provides. The result was a bedroom that was full of mid-century design, personality, and area so they can freely move around. The project resulted in the form of a layered mid-century modern design with touches of luxury but a space that can not only be lived in but serves as an extension of the people who live there. Our designer was able to take a very narrowly shaped Manhattan apartment and revamp it into a spacious home that is great for sophisticated entertaining or comfortably lazy nights in.

Chelsea ADU - Kitchen and Living Room

Davey McEathron Architecture

Leonid Furmansky
Photo of a small contemporary open concept living room in Austin with white walls, concrete floors and grey floor.

Seventeen/2 Edinburgh

Studio Dean

Dark and dramatic living room featuring this commissioned piece of art as its central focal point complimenting the traditional fire place. Photo Susie Lowe Susie Lowe

Brentwood 2-story Family Home

User

Photo of a small contemporary open concept living room in Los Angeles with blue walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Chelsea Pied-à-terre

STADTArchitecture

Living Room with Acid Etched Glass Doors Closed. Photo by: David Mitchell
Small contemporary formal enclosed living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor and no fireplace.

Joinery in a Compact Flat in Chelsea

Pia Design

Photography by Richard Chivers. Project Copyright to Ardesia Design Ltd.
Photo of a small contemporary living room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a library and beige floor.

Ferienhaus

Polydor ObjektDesign GmbH & Co. KG

Small contemporary enclosed living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Cabot Cove Tiny House

Tyler Karu Design + Interiors

A tiny waterfront house in Kennebunkport, Maine. Photos by James R. Salomon
Inspiration for a small beach style open concept living room in Portland Maine with white walls and medium hardwood floors.

Crédence de cuisine en panneaux décoratifs dentelle

Alice Asset

Réalisation de panneaux décoratifs en stucco et dentelles, finitions ultra cirée. Architecte d'intérieur Stéphane Polowy. Crédit photo Pierre Chancy
Photo of a small contemporary open concept living room in Paris with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

River Cottage, Le Claire, IA

Emily Hughes Interiors

This cozy river cottage, designed by Emily Hughes, IIDA, has a laid back transitional vibe. Whimsical florals, trellis and checkered fabrics from Designer's Guild, Schumacher and Jane Churchill give a light-hearted, whimsical style to the furnishings and window treatments. Natural fibers and distressed, antiqued finishes bring nature into the interiors of this riverside getaway.

eclectic living room

Pati Robins

photo by @patirobins
This is an example of a small eclectic enclosed living room in Cardiff with green walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

The 1920 Farmhouse Remodel

User

Updated living space
Photo of a small country open concept living room in Portland with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

St Albans

Interior Therapy

A warm Grey Living room, with subtle pops of pastel Pinks,Copper lighting and Botanical prints. Photography By Olly Gordon
Small scandinavian enclosed living room in Hertfordshire with grey walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Hampstead Apartment

Studio Morton

We demolished and re-built the interior of this Victorian apartment in Hampstead for a delightful couple. The kitchen and bathroom were relocated and walls were opened up to flood the apartment with light. Geometric patterns were used throughout with a dark grey feature wall in the living room adding drama. The bespoke, shaker-style kitchen that we designed was painted a complimentary light grey. Photo Credit: Emma Lewis

Allan Street

Design + Diplomacy

Kitchen and joinery finishes by Design + Diplomacy. Property styling by Design + Diplomacy. Cabinetry by Mark Gauci of Complete Interior Design. Architecture by DX Architects. Photography by Dylan Lark of Aspect11.

River Cottage, Le Claire, IA

The Mansion

Small 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 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.