The mezzanine level contains the Rumpus/Kids area and home office. At 10m x 3.5m there's plenty of space for everybody.
This is an example of an expansive industrial family room in Sydney with white walls, laminate floors, grey floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Transitional Living Room

Small transitional open concept living room in Indianapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Sunnyvale II

Nina Jizhar

Photo of a beach style open concept family room in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a built-in media wall and planked wall panelling.

modern beach cottage / lantern village, dana point

Moss Yaw Design studio

located just off the kitchen and front entry, the new den is the ideal space for watching television and gathering, with contemporary furniture and modern decor that updates the existing traditional white wood paneling

Crowning Jewel

Camden Grace LLC

This playroom/family hangout area got a dose of jewel tones.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional family room in Bridgeport with planked wall panelling.

Finished Basement Family Room, Shiplap Accent Wall

Lasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction

Basement finished to include game room, family room, shiplap wall treatment, sliding barn door and matching beam, new staircase, home gym, locker room and bathroom in addition to wine bar area.

Montenero Family Room

Del Sur Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional enclosed family room in San Diego with white walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, brown floor, dark hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv and planked wall panelling.

Berkeley Vale Home

AMA Studio Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, concrete floors, a corner fireplace, grey floor and planked wall panelling.

Century Oak Farmhouse

Old Barn Design

Vaulted ceilings accented with scissor trusses. 2 sets of french doors lead out to a screened porch.
This is an example of a large country family room in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Guest House Renovation

Anne Architecture

Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in Charleston with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Mclaughlin

Meg Blu Home

Photo of a mid-sized country open concept living room in Los Angeles with white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, timber, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Birch Road Beach House

GLDESIGN

Large beach style enclosed living room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a built-in media wall, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Brook House Barn- Living Room

LDa Architecture & Interiors

TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: Lou Boxer Builder Photographer: Greg Premru Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized country open concept living room in Boston with medium hardwood floors, no tv, vaulted, white walls, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Forest Heights Residence

Katy Krider Interior Design LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized country open concept family room in Portland with white walls, light hardwood floors, a wood stove, a wall-mounted tv, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

CRAFTSMAN BEACH HOUSE

VanderMeer Homes Ltd.

Design ideas for an arts and crafts living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Jordan Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

Photo of a large beach style formal open concept living room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, coffered and planked wall panelling.

Country Farm Home #2

Robbins Contracting

This is an example of a large country open concept family room in Denver with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Design Build Modern Farmhouse

YW Builders Inc.

Design ideas for a large transitional formal open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, no tv, beige floor and planked wall panelling.

Marshall Homestead

Gateway Builders

Design ideas for a large country open concept living room in Other with a home bar, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Living Room & Dining Area

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Living room and dining area featuring black marble fireplace, wood mantle, open shelving, white cabinetry, gray countertops, wall-mounted TV, exposed wood beams, shiplap walls, hardwood flooring, and large black windows.

White Living Design Ideas with Planked Wall Panelling

The best room for gathering with your family and friends in a cosy environment is your living room or family room. You want to hang out where the lounge furniture is the most comfortable and sofas or chairs create a sense of homeliness. Filling this important space with cheap furniture is unlikely to bring you the same long-lasting comfort as a quality chaise lounge or a couch. These choices will directly affect the quality of your evenings as you wind down from the daily grind. While planning a renovation or redesign, weigh up the priorities of seating, heating, an entertainment unit and bookcases. Identify your main activity in the room and and design around that. Many living rooms aren't complete without a fireplace, but if you can't accommodate that, invest in built-in or furniture that suits your home. Common trends include Danish furniture and other kinds of Scandinavian furniture. Plush sofas, recliner chairs and sofa beds will always be popular. Finally, when the big components are planned out, think about what colour scheme and decor will best suit you and your family. If needed, an interior designer can help here.

Should I include a fireplace in my living room or family room?

Depending on your climate, a fireplace might be a great way to add warmth and interest to your living space. Even if your location is warm year-round, you can always add a faux fireplace or nonfunctioning fireplace as part of your decor. There are many options to choose from, so be sure to check them out. A wood-burning fireplace gives an authentic experience, though a gas one still emits heat without the mess. A double-sided or corner unit strays from the ordinary, or you can go with a wood stove fireplace if you're looking for a piece of art. If you want a contemporary touch, veer away from the traditional wood or tile mantel by going with stone, concrete or metal instead.

What kind of built-ins should I add to my living room?

Although it might not seem glamorous, having enough storage is instrumental when it comes to keeping the room organised and practical. Built-in bookcases, shelves and cabinets are a great way to add hidden, functional storage for all the knickknacks you accumulate. Movie and gaming buffs will love a custom entertainment centre, with enough cabinets for movies, speakers and electronic accessories; you can even create a media room with a projector and lounge chairs! If you still have room to spare, include a booth for homework or craft projects.

How do I decorate my home interiors?

When it comes to decorating, neutrals are always the safe option because they look good and never go out of style. They also give any artwork you hang enough breathing space. If you do want to try out a bolder colour scheme, add colour with walls and accessories. That way, if you get sick of a colour, you can quickly repaint the walls and find new knickknacks, instead of having to replace your sofas every time trends change. Popular colours include blue, green and grey, but don't be afraid to try bright colours like red or yellow, even if it's just on an accent wall. Finally, make sure there is plenty of light. Recessed or track lighting are great ways to hit every corner — better yet, add more natural light by installing additional windows or a skylight.