2-story addition to this historic 1894 Princess Anne Victorian. Family room, new full bath, relocated half bath, expanded kitchen and dining room, with Laundry, Master closet and bathroom above. Wrap-around porch with gazebo. Photos by 12/12 Architects and Robert McKendrick Photography.

Dewils社との出会い　キッチンから始まった家づくり

株式会社ノアデザインインク　一級建築士事務所

薪を入れた暖炉を囲み会話が弾むフォーマルリビング
Inspiration for a traditional formal open concept living room in Tokyo with yellow walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, beige floor and wallpaper.

花園町の家リノベーション

有限会社浄法寺工務店

This is an example of an expansive traditional open concept living room in Other with white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

花園町の家リノベーション

有限会社浄法寺工務店

Photo of an expansive traditional open concept living room in Other with white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

In-law Suite Addition

12/12 Architects & Planners

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Chicago with brown walls, no fireplace, no tv, brown floor, wallpaper, wallpaper, a library and medium hardwood floors.

花園町の家リノベーション

有限会社浄法寺工務店

Inspiration for an expansive traditional open concept living room in Other with white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

Whole House Renovation

12/12 Architects & Planners

Photo of a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Chicago with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor, wallpaper and decorative wall panelling.

モリスと民芸家具でつくるアーツ＆クラフトインテリア

Class S interior design（住吉さやか）

シリーズの違う家具も色を統一することで一体感が出ます。全体はシンプルですが、ラグに柄を入れたり、水鉢を鉢カバーに使うなど、所々に柄のアクセントを設けています。
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional living room in Yokohama with beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv, beige floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

花園町の家リノベーション

有限会社浄法寺工務店

Inspiration for an expansive traditional open concept living room in Other with white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

241 Irvine Road - After

J. Parrish Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround and wallpaper.

Whole House Renovation

12/12 Architects & Planners

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Chicago with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor, wallpaper and decorative wall panelling.

Sーhouse

有限会社浄法寺工務店

Photo of a large traditional open concept living room in Other with grey walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Family Gathering Home

12/12 Architects & Planners

Small traditional enclosed living room in Chicago with yellow walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, multi-coloured floor, a home bar, a built-in media wall, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Family Gathering Home

12/12 Architects & Planners

Photo of a traditional open concept living room in Chicago with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor, a home bar, a standard fireplace, wallpaper and wallpaper.

花園町の家リノベーション

有限会社浄法寺工務店

Inspiration for an expansive traditional open concept living room in Other with white walls, plywood floors, no fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and wallpaper.

平屋S-house

有限会社浄法寺工務店

Inspiration for a large traditional open concept living room in Other with grey walls, a wall-mounted tv and wallpaper.

Traditional Living Room Design Photos with Wallpaper

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.