Victorian era pine wooden flooring restored

This is an example of a traditional living room in Other with green walls and light hardwood floors.

A bold, historic remodel in Bath, Maine. Photos by Erin Little
Design ideas for a traditional living room in Portland Maine with grey walls and light hardwood floors.

Renovation of a 5 bedroom period house - Sarah

Absolute Project Management

Soft green walls of the family living room add a calming, fresh feeling to the space, complimenting the white woodwork and stone fireplace mantle. The timber floor and rich traditional Victorian rug add warmth to the room, added to by the antique mirror above the fireplace. Renovation by Absolute Project Management

Rose Manor

Elegant in Design

The brief for this grand old Taringa residence was to blur the line between old and new. We renovated the 1910 Queenslander, restoring the enclosed front sleep-out to the original balcony and designing a new split staircase as a nod to tradition, while retaining functionality to access the tiered front yard. We added a rear extension consisting of a new master bedroom suite, larger kitchen, and family room leading to a deck that overlooks a leafy surround. A new laundry and utility rooms were added providing an abundance of purposeful storage including a laundry chute connecting them. Selection of materials, finishes and fixtures were thoughtfully considered so as to honour the history while providing modern functionality. Colour was integral to the design giving a contemporary twist on traditional colours.

My Work

Decorative Mouldings

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in San Diego with green walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and beige floor.

Additional Work

CP Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in New York with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Vandamm Interiors

Vandamm Interiors by Victoria Vandamm
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv, light hardwood floors and black floor.

Aschebergsgatan

Cream & Navy´s Interior

Åsa Lännström
This is an example of a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Gothenburg with white walls, light hardwood floors, no tv and beige floor.

Hancock St. Renovation S.F.

Leonardo Construction

Chris Pike
This is an example of an expansive traditional living room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors and a wood fireplace surround.

Lounge revamp

TME Interiors

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.

London Interior Designer

Giacomo Goldoni

Photo of a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in London with yellow walls, light hardwood floors and a standard fireplace.

TURN OF THE CENTURY: SINGLE FAMILY HOME

Seattle Staging Company

THE LIVING ROOM IS A LITTLE ON THE SMALL SIDE, HOWEVER IT HAS A COZY BUILT IN DAYBED/BENCH FOR ADDITIONAL SEATING IN THE BAY WINDOW. WE BROUGHT IN A SOFA AND CHAIR TO ENHANCE THE SPACE, ALONG WITH ELEGANT TABLES, GREAT LIGHTING, ART AND ACCESSORIES.

English Cottage on Vaulx Ln

Gill Design Co.

The perfect vintage rug enlivens the space with Mongolian chairs and a sloped-arm sofa. An antique newel post connects the new home with its historic inspiration.

Moroccan and Victorian

Design by the Jonathans

Photo of a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Bridgeport with blue walls and light hardwood floors.

Victorian era pine wooden flooring restored

Squirrel Property Services

Design ideas for a traditional living room in Other with green walls and light hardwood floors.

Family Home

Wynd Design

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in London with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv and brown floor.

Private House, Putney

Layzell Architects

Photo of a traditional open concept living room in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a stone fireplace surround and a wall-mounted tv.

Victorian Gothic House

Nicky Percival Limited

Beautifull William Morris embroidered fabric bordered with deep aubergine silk to make stunning curtains. Nicky Percival
Photo of a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Sussex with green walls and light hardwood floors.

Victoria Gardens House

Lucy Clemenger Architects

Photography: Shannon McGrath Styling: Leesa O'Reilly
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional enclosed living room in Melbourne with a library, green walls, light hardwood floors, a concealed tv and brown floor.

Camberwell Home

Green Point Design Pty Ltd

Photos by Sarah Wood Photography. Architect’s notes: Major refurbishment of an 1880’s Victorian home. Spaces were reconfigured to suit modern life while being respectful of the original building. A meandering family home with a variety of moods and finishes. Special features: Low-energy lighting Grid interactive electric solar panels 80,000 liter underground rain water storage Low VOC paints

Victorian Living Room Design Photos with Light Hardwood 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 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.