Mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Dallas with white walls and medium hardwood floors.

20 - Transitional North Villa Open Floor Plan

Expansive transitional open concept living room in Houston with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

The Nantucket | Shiplap & Wainscoting

Che Bella Interiors Design + Remodeling

A warm and inviting great room implemented through white shiplap, floating shelves and dark wood built-ins for additional contrast. Photos by Spacecrafting Photography.

Grandin Renovation

Square Inch Design

Mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Cincinnati with medium hardwood floors, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and exposed beam.

Décoration d'une maison

Muda Créations

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Other with a library, white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Snyder Lane

South Trace Interiors

We furnished the entire home, including this long and narrow living room. The layout accommodates both a cozy reading area and entertaining space.
Large transitional open concept living room in New York with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Living Room

Arch Studio, Inc.

Light and Airy! Fresh and Modern Architecture by Arch Studio, Inc. 2021
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and grey floor.

Modern Club House

Nathan Homes LLC

This is an example of a transitional formal open concept living room in Omaha with a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and exposed beam.

New Traditional

LMOH Home

The classics never go out of style, as is the case with this custom new build that was interior designed from the blueprint stages with enduring longevity in mind. An eye for scale is key with these expansive spaces calling for proper proportions, intentional details, liveable luxe materials and a melding of functional design with timeless aesthetics. The result is cozy, welcoming and balanced grandeur. | Photography Joshua Caldwell

Deering Ct. Kitchen, Living Room and Addition

Alair Homes Plano

Our clients wanted to increase the size of their kitchen, which was small, in comparison to the overall size of the home. They wanted a more open livable space for the family to be able to hang out downstairs. They wanted to remove the walls downstairs in the front formal living and den making them a new large den/entering room. They also wanted to remove the powder and laundry room from the center of the kitchen, giving them more functional space in the kitchen that was completely opened up to their den. The addition was planned to be one story with a bedroom/game room (flex space), laundry room, bathroom (to serve as the on-suite to the bedroom and pool bath), and storage closet. They also wanted a larger sliding door leading out to the pool. We demoed the entire kitchen, including the laundry room and powder bath that were in the center! The wall between the den and formal living was removed, completely opening up that space to the entry of the house. A small space was separated out from the main den area, creating a flex space for them to become a home office, sitting area, or reading nook. A beautiful fireplace was added, surrounded with slate ledger, flanked with built-in bookcases creating a focal point to the den. Behind this main open living area, is the addition. When the addition is not being utilized as a guest room, it serves as a game room for their two young boys. There is a large closet in there great for toys or additional storage. A full bath was added, which is connected to the bedroom, but also opens to the hallway so that it can be used for the pool bath. The new laundry room is a dream come true! Not only does it have room for cabinets, but it also has space for a much-needed extra refrigerator. There is also a closet inside the laundry room for additional storage. This first-floor addition has greatly enhanced the functionality of this family’s daily lives. Previously, there was essentially only one small space for them to hang out downstairs, making it impossible for more than one conversation to be had. Now, the kids can be playing air hockey, video games, or roughhousing in the game room, while the adults can be enjoying TV in the den or cooking in the kitchen, without interruption! While living through a remodel might not be easy, the outcome definitely outweighs the struggles throughout the process.

Casco Point Lake Home

Rachel Kate Design

This is an example of a transitional open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and vaulted.

Dublin Family Room and Entry

KP Designs Group

This is an example of a transitional open concept living room in Columbus with white walls and beige floor.

Open space

Fab N' Frugal Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Other with a home bar, grey walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and exposed beam.

Beautiful Built-Ins

Castleman Carpentry, LLC

Built-in white cabinetry and shelves added to an existing fireplace to create a transitional style for this living room
Photo of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in DC Metro with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Oakland Modern Remodel & Decorating

Lauren's Interiors

This is an example of a transitional open concept living room in San Francisco with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Living Spaces

Chad Jackson Photography

Photo of a large transitional formal open concept living room in Boise with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

McLaughlin

Blu and White

This is an example of a large transitional formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, no tv, beige floor and planked wall panelling.

Mallet Hill Wellington Lot 3

In-Site Design Group LLC

New Luxury Equestrian estate in Wellington Florida Architect: Annie Carruthers In-Site Design Group LLC Builder: Stock Custom Homes Interior Designer: Marc-Michaels Interiors.

Custom Transitional

Peery Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, slate floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, multi-coloured floor and a concrete fireplace surround.

ABISHAI DESIGNS - Staging Project - 1 BR with Loft Clinton Hill, Brooklyn NY

Abishai Designs

Large transitional open concept living room in New York with white walls, no fireplace, no tv, medium hardwood floors and beige floor.

Transitional Open Concept 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 transitional 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 transitional living room ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

Which transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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.