Living Room looking across exterior terrace to swimming pool.
Design ideas for a large contemporary living room in Christchurch with white walls, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding tv, beige floor, light hardwood floors and a ribbon fireplace.

Квартира "Little M"

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Фотограф - Виктор Чернышов
This is an example of a contemporary living room in Moscow.

English Country Family Room

J. Stephens Interiors

This large classic family room was thoroughly redesigned into an inviting and cozy environment replete with carefully-appointed artisanal touches from floor to ceiling. Master millwork and an artful blending of color and texture frame a vision for the creation of a timeless sense of warmth within an elegant setting. To achieve this, we added a wall of paneling in green strie and a new waxed pine mantel. A central brass chandelier was positioned both to please the eye and to reign in the scale of this large space. A gilt-finished, crystal-edged mirror over the fireplace, and brown crocodile embossed leather wing chairs blissfully comingle in this enduring design that culminates with a lacquered coral sideboard that cannot but sound a joyful note of surprise, marking this room as unwaveringly unique.Peter Rymwid

Toronto Home

Tiltco Architectural

Midcentury living room in Toronto with beige walls and a ribbon fireplace.

Modern Ranch

Lango Works

Design ideas for a country living room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and a concealed tv.

Northwest Contemporary - Beaver Lake

MacPherson Construction and Design

Design ideas for a contemporary open concept living room in Seattle with a stone fireplace surround, a wall-mounted tv, grey walls, medium hardwood floors and a ribbon fireplace.

Hill crest

GA design

Family Room PC:PRASHANT BHAT
Inspiration for a large asian family room in Mumbai with multi-coloured walls and beige floor.

Central West End Residence

Jamieson Design

Alise O'Brien
Design ideas for a traditional formal living room in St Louis with brown walls.

Appartement avec optimisation de l'espace et décoration

Agence ATDECO

Shooot'in
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open concept family room in Paris with yellow walls, light hardwood floors, a wall-mounted tv, no fireplace and brown floor.

Custom Home - Retreat

cJem Designs, PLLC

Design ideas for a country open concept family room in Other with yellow walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and brown floor.

Winchester Victorian

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

Photo of a traditional living room in Boston with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Interior Designer Masterpiece in Palm Springs, CA

ESTATE PHOTOS L.A

Contemporary family room in Los Angeles with white walls, a wall-mounted tv and grey floor.

Garden Rooms

Jenny Junior Interiors

Inspiration for a traditional sunroom in Hertfordshire with a skylight and beige floor.

Krone St

TMarshall Design

Photo of a beach style formal open concept living room in Brisbane with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, no tv and brown floor.

einfamilienhaus in LICHTENSTEIN

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Swen Gottschall www.bloominds.com
Inspiration for a contemporary living room in Berlin with purple walls, slate floors and grey floor.

Glass Doors Yellow Living Design Ideas

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.