Contemporary living room with a tribal theme. Featuring Vsari Emerald Green wall cladding, New Age Veneers Nav Core timber slats and shelving, Polytec Verdelho cabinetry, Caesarstone Vanilla Noir benchtop and Ambe Linear 72" electric fireplace.

Berkeley Vale Home

AMA Studio Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized beach style open concept living room in Sydney with white walls, concrete floors, a corner fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, grey floor and decorative wall panelling.

Fireplaces

The Bradburn Group

Inspiration for a mid-sized country living room in Toronto with white walls, light hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, blue floor and decorative wall panelling.

Marlboro Ridge Estates Staging

Adorn Interiors LLC

Formal living room staging project for property sale. Previously designed, painted, and decorated this beautiful home.
This is an example of a large contemporary formal enclosed living room in DC Metro with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Needham Home

Henley Design

transitional living room
Mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Boston with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Posh and Neutral Living Room

Henck Design LLC

While every stitch of furniture was kept neutral, Henck Design layered textures to maintain a chic quality and specified only the finest of furnishings and home decor for this client’s interior design project.

Sound Cottage

Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.

The center of this compact house is a high, open room combining living, dining, and kitchen. Windows on both sides open to the views and the sea breezes, and dormers fill the space with light from above.

Ranch House Great Room

Marin Design Co.

Living room and sitting room. This picture displays the wall casings and room divide between living and sitting room.
Photo of a large traditional open concept living room in Sacramento with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround, a built-in media wall, brown floor, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Estes Park Avenue

Inside Stories

Eclectic entryway with a piano room.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open concept living room in Denver with a music area, white walls, dark hardwood floors, no tv, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Glamorous pool house

Amanda Friend Interiors

Large beach style formal enclosed living room in Wilmington with blue walls, ceramic floors and decorative wall panelling.

Hampstead - Interior

Eerospace Ltd

This is an example of a traditional luxury living room in London, with a fireplace.
This is an example of a large traditional formal enclosed living room in London with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Turtle Lake Contemporary

Tutto Interiors

Inspiration for a large transitional open concept living room in Detroit with white walls, light hardwood floors, decorative wall panelling, panelled walls, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Thirroul Property

Al & Co haus of design

Nestled just 5 minutes from the beach in Thirroul, this home is a splendid embodiment of the Hampton theme. Reflecting our client's preferences, we've meticulously fashioned a modern Hampton-style space featuring pristine white walls, enhanced by sophisticated brass accents, and adorned with breathtaking timber oak flooring. The resulting combination emanates an ambiance that is simultaneously inviting and awe-inspiring, encapsulating the very essence of sophistication. The commitment to excellence extends throughout the property, as we've integrated top-tier materials to elevate each area. Laminex and stone take center stage in the kitchen, bathrooms, wine cellar, and walk-in closets, radiating a sense of refined elegance and lasting durability. Our meticulous attention to detail, unwavering dedication to timeless design, and the use of premium materials ensure that our Thirroul home captivates and leaves a lasting impression.

Walla Walla residence

Alatalo Bros

Inspiration for a mid-sized country enclosed living room in Other with grey walls, carpet, grey floor and decorative wall panelling.

Palm Beach Style Living Room

Third and Windsor Interior Design

A serene and fresh traditional living room anchored in classic design but infused with a modern aesthetic.
Inspiration for a large traditional open concept living room in Orlando with white walls, medium hardwood floors and decorative wall panelling.

Ashland Creek Kitchen Project

Jennifer Kizzee Design

This is an example of an expansive transitional open concept living room in Houston with light hardwood floors, white walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, beige floor and decorative wall panelling.

Modern Stucco Tudor

TRIO Design and Build

Photo of a large traditional formal open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, brown floor, recessed and decorative wall panelling.

Sherman Oaks

Rande Leaman Interior Design

The living room is almost all white except for the beautiful traditional rug in cream, taupe and deep wine red. The fireplace and custom drapery are all white giving the room an ethereal quality.

Atherton Renovation

Supple Homes, Inc

Design ideas for a large traditional open concept living room in San Francisco with white walls and decorative wall panelling.

Upper West Side Prewar Home

Tara Benet Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern living room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors and decorative wall panelling.

White Living Room Design Photos with Decorative Wall Panelling

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.