Large traditional formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, limestone floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Inspired French Country Home

Newberry Architecture

Walter Arias
Design ideas for a large traditional formal open concept living room in Houston with yellow walls, limestone floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Symphony Designer House

Terry Williams Interiors ASID

Mark Fonville PhotoGraphic, LLC markfonville.com 501-773-1028
Design ideas for a large traditional open concept living room in Little Rock with yellow walls, limestone floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and beige floor.

Alcorn Remodel - Living Room

Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLC

Noteworthy details in the Family Room include a custom painted wood mantel with black & white marble hearth & surround, concealed shelf lighting, linear supply air grills integrated into the transom panels, and a Samsung Frame TV over the fireplace.

Living Rooms

Eagle Luxury Properties

Custom home interior with open floor plan; living room opens up to kitchen.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in Phoenix with white walls, limestone floors, no fireplace and no tv.

French Country Inspired

American Tradition Builders, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Phoenix with beige walls, limestone floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Artisan tile fireplace in sitting nook

Fradkin Fine Construction, Inc.

Inspiration for a traditional enclosed living room in Seattle with green walls, limestone floors, no fireplace, no tv and beige floor.

Library Refresh

Angela Thelen Design, Inc.

Spcacecrafters
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Minneapolis with a library, beige walls, limestone floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and multi-coloured floor.

Great Room

O’Hara Interiors

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Living Room

Xavier's Collection Fine Cabinetry

Photo of a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Miami with white walls, limestone floors, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and beige floor.

Residential Automation and Entertainment

Experience Audio Video, Inc.

Home Automation provides personalized control of lights, shades, AV, temperature, security, and all of the technology throughout your home from your favorite device. We program button keypads, touch screens, iPads and smart phones to control functions from home or away.

Traditional Living Room

This is an example of a large traditional formal open concept living room in DC Metro with white walls and limestone floors.

Various Built-Ins, Entertainment Centers, and Shelving

Elevation Ave

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Orange County with beige walls, limestone floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a built-in media wall and beige floor.

St. Paul Carriage House

Fiddlehead Design Group, LLC

Susan Gilmore
Design ideas for a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Minneapolis with brown walls, a standard fireplace, limestone floors, a wood fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Georgian Restoration

EJ Interior Design, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional living room in San Francisco with limestone floors, no fireplace and beige floor.

El Brio Ranch

Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.

Photographer: Angle Eye Photography
Traditional open concept living room in Philadelphia with beige walls, limestone floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Memorial English Tudor

Windham Builders

Memorial, 2008 - New Construction
Design ideas for a traditional living room in Houston with a library, white walls, limestone floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and grey floor.

Edwardian Family Terrace

Alberts House Ltd

Despite being mounted on an internal wall, the kitchen sink still has a view and natural light, thanks to the internal glazing unit
Traditional living room in London with limestone floors, grey walls and a wood fireplace surround.

European Twist | Living Room 2

Drewett Works

The name says it all. This lot was so close to Camelback mountain in Paradise Valley, AZ, that the views would, in essence, be from the front yard. So to capture the views from the interior of the home, we did a "twist" and designed a home where entry was from the back of the lot. The owners had a great interest in European architecture which dictated the old-world style. While the style of the home may speak of centuries past, this home reflects modern Arizona living with spectacular outdoor living spaces and breathtaking views from the pool. Architect: C.P. Drewett, AIA, NCARB, Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ Builder: Sonora West Development, Scottsdale, AZ

Lupton Drive

Julian Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Dallas with a music area, white walls, limestone floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Traditional Living Room Design Photos with Limestone Floors

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

Which traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.