Amy Bartlam
This is an example of a traditional formal living room in Los Angeles with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and no tv.

Hamptons Historic Residence

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Interior Design: Vivid Interior Builder: Hendel Homes Photography: LandMark Photography
This is an example of a small traditional sunroom in Minneapolis with medium hardwood floors and a stone fireplace surround.

Belle Meade Modern Home

Sone Design, Inc.

Sone Design, Inc. Traditional Home with a Modern Vibe Photo: Joe Gutt
Design ideas for a large traditional open concept family room in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Deephaven Cottage

Stonewood, LLC

Traditional living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Elegant Lake Retreat

At Home Design LLC

Crème, white and navy colors are dominant in the Nantucket inspired room. Twelve foot ceilings and distinctive millwork painted a high gloss white; define the main floor area of the home. A hidden bar features seeded glass doors with handmade antique silver mullions. The doors open to reveal a full wet bar with marble counter, polished nickel bar sink and Sub Zero beverage center. The bespoke sofas and chairs are covered in a sunbrella fabric for ease of care. Floor to ceiling custom draperies, which cover the entry wall, open to reveal a spectacular view of Candlewood Lake. Chandeliers, sconces and decorative lighting highlight antique glass and are from the Winterthur Collection.

Oceano

Boulevard Tile and Stone Inc.

Design ideas for a traditional living room in Los Angeles with a brick fireplace surround.

Luxury Home

Divine Custom Homes

Photos by SpaceCrafting
Photo of a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, a two-sided fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

The Beech House

OLSON LEWIS + Architects

Contractor: Windover Construction, LLC Photographer: Shelly Harrison Photography
Inspiration for an expansive traditional open concept living room in Boston with a music area, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and no tv.

Traditional Living Room

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in DC Metro with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and no tv.

Living Room

L K DeFrances & Associates

The architecture of the space is developed through the addition of ceiling beams, moldings and over-door panels. The introduction of wall sconces draw the eye around the room. The palette, soft buttery tones infused with andulsian greens, and understated furnishings submit and support the quietness of the space. The low-country elegance of the room is further expressed through the use of natural materials, textured fabrics and hand-block prints. A wool/silk area rug underscores the elegance of the room. Photography: Robert Brantley

Family First

Kenorah Design + Build Ltd.

Victoria Achtymichuk Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional family room in Vancouver with a stone fireplace surround, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

Cottage

Crisp Architects

Rob Karosis
Inspiration for a traditional family room in New York with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Traditional Family Room- Built-in Cabinet

Bertin's Decorating Den Interiors

Beautiful corner cabinet replaced a dated and unused wet-bar, D. Randolph Foulds Photography
Photo of a large traditional formal open concept living room in DC Metro with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and no tv.

Modern Traditional Lake House

Hyrum McKay Bates Design, Inc.

Chris Parkinson Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional open concept living room in Salt Lake City with yellow walls, carpet, a two-sided fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Westport, CT Living Room

Connie Cooper Designs

Photography by Kieth Scott Morton
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Atlanta with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and no tv.

Vandalia

Neumann Lewis Buchanan Architects

@ Walter Smalling
Design ideas for a traditional living room in DC Metro with a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and no tv.

Easy. Elegant. Equestrian. Estate.

Hom Personal Interiors

Design ideas for a large traditional formal enclosed living room in New York with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Villas of Colleyville

K. Hovnanian Homes

K. Hovnanian Dallas Fort Worth
This is an example of a traditional family room in Dallas with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Hansen

Almaden Interiors, Inc.

Beautiful Traditional Master Bedroom. Bernhardt Furnishings, Custom Draperies and Hardware. Chairs custom by Almaden Interiors, Inc.
Photo of a large traditional formal open concept living room in Portland with green walls, carpet, a corner fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and beige floor.

Music Room

Hanson Carlen

When considering the design of the new room, the couple and Hanson Carlen architect Ryan Ruffcorn agreed that the room needed to serve the piano, a Yamaha-cf3s concert grand that previously had been used only when world-class musicians came to Spokane on tour. “The concert grand piano had to be the focus, so the room really wanted to reinforce the quality and craftsmanship of the instrument ,” Ruffcorn says. “As I started to design this, the proportions— width by length by height—of the room was the driver for the volume of the space.” The 900-square-foot rectangular room juts out from the southern end of the house and features 15-foot-high ceilings with about 25 windows that let in vast amounts of natural light . The room has humidity and temperature control and an air-filtration system to minimize dust . To enhance the acoustics, the room has a 1-inch-thick walnut floor rather than carpet , and the ceiling iscurved where the walls meet Photos by Rocket Horse Photography

All Fireplace Surrounds Traditional Living Design Ideas

The best room for gathering with your family and friends in a cosy environment is your living room or family room. You want to hang out where the lounge furniture is the most comfortable and sofas or chairs create a sense of homeliness. Filling this important space with cheap furniture is unlikely to bring you the same long-lasting comfort as a quality chaise lounge or a couch. These choices will directly affect the quality of your evenings as you wind down from the daily grind. While planning a renovation or redesign, weigh up the priorities of seating, heating, an entertainment unit and bookcases. Identify your main activity in the room and and design around that. Many traditional living rooms aren't complete without a fireplace, but if you can't accommodate that, invest in built-in or furniture that suits your home. Common trends include Danish furniture and other kinds of Scandinavian furniture. Plush sofas, recliner chairs and sofa beds will always be popular. Finally, when the big components are planned out, think about what colour scheme and decor will best suit you and your family. If needed, an interior designer can help here.

Should I include a fireplace in my living room or family room?

Depending on your climate, a fireplace might be a great way to add warmth and interest to your living space. Even if your location is warm year-round, you can always add a faux fireplace or nonfunctioning fireplace as part of your decor. There are many options to choose from, so be sure to check them out. A wood-burning fireplace gives an authentic experience, though a gas one still emits heat without the mess. A double-sided or corner unit strays from the ordinary, or you can go with a wood stove fireplace if you're looking for a piece of art. If you want a contemporary touch, veer away from the traditional wood or tile mantel by going with stone, concrete or metal instead.

What kind of built-ins should I add to my living room?

Although it might not seem glamorous, having enough storage is instrumental when it comes to keeping the room organised and practical. Built-in bookcases, shelves and cabinets are a great way to add hidden, functional storage for all the knickknacks you accumulate. Movie and gaming buffs will love a custom entertainment centre, with enough cabinets for movies, speakers and electronic accessories; you can even create a media room with a projector and lounge chairs! If you still have room to spare, include a booth for homework or craft projects.

How do I decorate my home interiors?

When it comes to decorating, neutrals are always the safe option because they look good and never go out of style. They also give any artwork you hang enough breathing space. If you do want to try out a bolder colour scheme, add colour with walls and traditional accessories. That way, if you get sick of a colour, you can quickly repaint the walls and find new knickknacks, instead of having to replace your sofas every time trends change. Popular colours include blue, green and grey, but don't be afraid to try bright colours like red or yellow, even if it's just on an accent wall. Finally, make sure there is plenty of light. Recessed or track lighting are great ways to hit every corner — better yet, add more natural light by installing additional windows or a skylight.