flowing seamlessly from sitting room to dining room
Photo of a traditional formal open concept living room in Kent with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace and a freestanding tv.

Edwardian home

Vignette Interiors

Edwardian living room transformed into a statement room. A deep blue colour was used from skirting to ceiling to create a dramatic, cocooning feel. The bespoke fireplace adds to the modern period look.

Victorian Living Room

Design ideas for a traditional formal enclosed living room in London with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Residential Interiors #2

Emma Wood Photos

Victorian terrace living/dining room with traditional style horseshoe fireplace, feature wallpaper wall and white shutters
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in Sussex with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, brown floor, wallpaper and beige walls.

Chelsea House Reinvented

TylerMandic Ltd

TylerMandic Ltd
Mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in London with beige walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Late Victorian Remodel

Centoni Restoration & Development, Inc.

The floor plan of this beautiful Victorian flat remained largely unchanged since 1890 – making modern living a challenge. With support from our engineering team, the floor plan of the main living space was opened to not only connect the kitchen and the living room but also add a dedicated dining area.

Living room

Magic Projects London Ltd

Veronica Rodriguez
Photo of a large traditional living room in London with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a freestanding tv, beige floor and light hardwood floors.

Interiors

Pro Abode

photography by Victoria Gemma Ogden @ Pro Abode
Traditional enclosed living room in Other with a standard fireplace and a freestanding tv.

Academy Apartments

Blake H. Held, Architect, PLLC

Typical Loft Apartment Living space.
Inspiration for a small traditional enclosed living room in New York with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Ravenshaw Street, West Hampstead, London NW6

Brosh Architects

Living room's Library
Mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in London with dark hardwood floors, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Гостиная

Татьяна Вакуева | Abwarten!

Дмитрий Лившиц
This is an example of a large traditional formal open concept living room in Moscow with green walls, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

San Francisco Edwardian

Cathie Hong Interiors

We updated this century-old iconic Edwardian San Francisco home to meet the homeowners' modern-day requirements while still retaining the original charm and architecture. The color palette was earthy and warm to play nicely with the warm wood tones found in the original wood floors, trim, doors and casework.

London Edwardian

Claire Taylor Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

Victorian / Edwardian House Remodel, Seattle, WA

Belltown Design LLC

The living room and dining room are linked in sentiment and design. A consistent millwork stain color was developed to set the tone in all the rooms, and to create continuity throughout the house. Featuring beautiful, handcarved, wood columns, this living / dining room contains a glimpse "days gone by." We love the natural light and the banded, antique lighting fixtures. Victorian / Edwardian House Remodel, Seattle, WA. Photography by Chris Gromek and Paula McHugh

Double reception room in Victorian terraced cottage

Caroline Browne Interior Design

Earl Smith Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in London with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Ravenshaw Street, West Hampstead, London NW6

Brosh Architects

Living room's Library
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in London with dark hardwood floors, a wood fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Modern Furniture Collections

AllaModa Furniture

Large traditional formal enclosed living room in Los Angeles with beige walls, no fireplace, dark hardwood floors, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Lounge revamp

TME Interiors

Design ideas for a large traditional enclosed living room in Other with a library, purple walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and beige floor.

Montacute Down

The Vawdrey House

Photography by Siobhan Doran http://www.siobhandoran.com
Photo of a traditional formal enclosed living room in Kent with dark hardwood floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Listed period property - Weybridge

Gasson & Phillips Interiors

Rebecca Faith Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Surrey with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Victorian Living Room Design Photos with a Freestanding TV

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

Which Victorian 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 Victorian 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 Victorian 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 Victorian 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.