Photo of a traditional living room in London with medium hardwood floors and multi-coloured walls.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional enclosed family room in Portland with a library, green walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, no fireplace and no tv.

Bleecker Townhouse

Linda Yowell Architects

Photography by Annie Schlechter
Design ideas for a traditional family room in New York with a library and medium hardwood floors.

Traditional Sunroom

Expansive traditional sunroom in Detroit with medium hardwood floors and a glass ceiling.

Modern Federation

Brett Mickan Interior Design

Scott Mcgale
Traditional living room in Sydney with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, white walls and a tile fireplace surround.

Sheri Olson

Sheri Olson Architecture PLLC

Living and dining room. Photo by Benjamin Benschneider.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional formal living room in Seattle with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and no tv.

Colourful Georgian Townhouse, Cheltenham

Completion Interior Design & Architecture

blue ceiling, blue cinema room, blue room, built in cabinetry, built in storage, library lights, picture lights, royal navy, shelving, storage, tv room,

Private Waterfront Residence on the Chester River

Purple Cherry Architects

Extensive custom millwork can be seen throughout the entire home, but especially in the living room. Floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors with cremone bolts allow for an abundance of natural light and unobstructed water views.

2021 Dream Home

Zawadski Homes Inc.

Photo of an expansive traditional open concept family room in Minneapolis with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround and vaulted.

The Summer Folly

Unique Homestays

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional living room in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, beige floor and panelled walls.

Moody Victorian Home

Paper + Pate Photography

Traditional living room in Los Angeles with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Hill Country Shingle

Ekman Design Studio

Paneled walls, Limestone accent wall, custom carved black honed marble fireplace, coffered ceiling
Design ideas for a traditional formal enclosed living room in Denver with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, brown floor, coffered and panelled walls.

A Southern Beauty

Dwellings, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Little Rock with a library, white walls, medium hardwood floors, no tv and brown floor.

Interior Styling Update, East Putney - After

Post Prentis Design

I was tasked with re-styling these shelves for a client in East Putney. The brief was to use her own photographs, books and artefacts and re-style them to create flow throughout the shelves which span the entire wall.

Chattahoochee River Home

Leah Atkins Design, LLC

Photo of a traditional formal living room in Atlanta with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Forest View

Archetype Design Studio, LLC

A beautiful Kazak rug provides the groundwork for the color scheme in the expansive living space. The tongue and groove wormy chestnut ceiling brings warmth. The open concept to the Dining Area and Kitchen creates a great space for entertaining.

Family Friendly Traditional Home

John McClain Design

Design ideas for a traditional living room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Stonelake

Hensley Custom Building Group

Photo of a large traditional open concept family room in Cincinnati with grey walls, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, medium hardwood floors and a wood stove.

Tuscan Glamour Estate

Ambience Interiors LLC

Classic paneling and coffered ceiling, craftsman billiard table with custom area rug accenting angles of room, Sparta, NJ.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional enclosed family room in Newark with a game room, brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Revere

Carlton Edwards

Fine lines and hints of antiquity mixes with curvaceous, geometric accents in the formal salon. Live in the past, future, or a little in-between. Your pick. Commissioned art: William Mcclure-Birmingham Console: Greg Boudoin interiors Sofa: Vladimir Kagan

Traditional Living Design Ideas with Medium Hardwood Floors

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.