Katharine Hauschka
Industrial formal open concept living room in DC Metro with black walls.

A pre-war West Village bachelor pad inspired by classic mid-century modern designs, mixed with some industrial, traveled, and street style influences. Our client took inspiration from both his travels as well as his city (NY!), and we really wanted to incorporate that into the design. For the living room we painted the walls a warm but light grey, and we mixed some more rustic furniture elements, (like the reclaimed wood coffee table) with some classic mid-century pieces (like the womb chair) to create a multi-functional kitchen/living/dining space. We painted the entire backslash wall in chalkboard paint, and continued the "kitchen wall" idea through to the living room for a cohesive look, by creating a bar set up on the credenza under the TV. Photos by Matthew Williams

Moody Mid Century Modern Living Room

Trim Tech Designs

Set the tone of your home with a cabinetry color that is uniquely you ?
Large living room in Chicago with a library, black walls, no fireplace and grey floor.

Beaconsfield Whole Home

The Wood Works

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Hertfordshire with black walls, porcelain floors, a ribbon fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, white floor and a built-in media wall.

High-end design Highbury and Islington

Juliet Murphy Photography

Juliet Murphy
Photo of a small enclosed living room in London with black walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Silverleaf, Lot 1137

Simpson Design Associates, LLC

Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Phoenix with black walls, a standard fireplace, no tv and marble floors.

Modern Apartment in Moscow, Russia.

luján + sicilia

Our RUT floor lamp feels very much at home in this fabulous apartment in Moscow, Russia. Many thanks to Maria Katkova.
Photo of a large contemporary formal enclosed living room in Madrid with black walls, a ribbon fireplace, marble floors, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Grapevine Modern

Wesley-Wayne Interiors, LLC

accent chair, accent table, acrylic, area rug, bench, counterstools, living room, lamp, light fixtures, pillows, sectional, mirror, stone tables, swivel chair, wood treads, TV, fireplace, luxury, accessories, black, red, blue,

Tequesta Brickell Key Residence

Interiors by Maite Granda

Feature in: Luxe Magazine Miami & South Florida Luxury Magazine If visitors to Robyn and Allan Webb’s one-bedroom Miami apartment expect the typical all-white Miami aesthetic, they’ll be pleasantly surprised upon stepping inside. There, bold theatrical colors, like a black textured wallcovering and bright teal sofa, mix with funky patterns, such as a black-and-white striped chair, to create a space that exudes charm. In fact, it’s the wife’s style that initially inspired the design for the home on the 20th floor of a Brickell Key high-rise. “As soon as I saw her with a green leather jacket draped across her shoulders, I knew we would be doing something chic that was nothing like the typical all- white modern Miami aesthetic,” says designer Maite Granda of Robyn’s ensemble the first time they met. The Webbs, who often vacation in Paris, also had a clear vision for their new Miami digs: They wanted it to exude their own modern interpretation of French decor. “We wanted a home that was luxurious and beautiful,” says Robyn, noting they were downsizing from a four-story residence in Alexandria, Virginia. “But it also had to be functional.” To read more visit: https: https://maitegranda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/LX_MIA18_HOM_MaiteGranda_10.pdf Rolando Diaz

Canapés Stressless

Stressless France

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary open concept living room in Grenoble with black walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and no tv.

Dark & Stormy

Lacey Construction Ltd.

Black metal railings follow the theme of black beams and exposed structural steel beams. Benjamine Moore Black Beauty is a deep and striking colour leading up the upper level of the beautiful ski cabin. Photo by Brice Ferre

Bentleigh Project

Cranberry Design

It’s all about the layering in this stunning light filled living room. Gorgeous textures, soft furnishings and the darker tone of the fireplace adding depth and sophistication.

Sofia

Unique Loom

Inspiration for an eclectic living room in Other with black walls and medium hardwood floors.

Dark Decor

Arlo & Jacob

Hartfield Sofa, shot by Simon Bevan
Inspiration for a small modern formal open concept living room in London with black walls, carpet and blue floor.

House on Blue Jay Way

spfa

Design ideas for a large contemporary formal open concept living room in Los Angeles with black walls, concrete floors and a built-in media wall.

AGENCEMENT SUR MESURE MAISON CAMPAGNE

Agris Agencement Intérieur

This is an example of an expansive open concept living room in Lille with a library, black walls, ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and grey floor.

17 Rutland Apartments

Jeffreys Interiors

ZAC and ZAC
Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in Edinburgh with black walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv.

North Vancouver Condo

User

Mid-sized contemporary open concept living room with black walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Art and fabrics

Niki Schafer Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic enclosed living room in Oxfordshire with black walls and wallpaper.

North Sydney

Nest Renovations

Photo of a contemporary living room in Sydney with black walls and medium hardwood floors.

Turquoise Living Room Design Photos with Black Walls

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

Which 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 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 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 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.