This room was done by Eugene Anthony for the "Antiques in Modern Design" project. This room is reminiscent of a 19th century Paris apartment with a modern twist. The use of the yellow wall color and the vibrant black and white patterned rug brings this room into the 21st century. Used in this room is an 18th century Italian painted and gilt wood console, possibly Roman. On top of the console are a pair of 19th century French painted finials that once adorned the top of a building. The large flower urn on a pedestal brings additional life into this room and gives it a more classic feel. The sconces offset the abstract paintings, providing a contrast between the classic and the modern. The armchair covered in a bright yellow fabric brings this chair from the 19th century to the present.

Adams Mill, Stowe, Vermont

Christian C. Carey, Architect, P.C.

Carolyn Bates
Inspiration for a large traditional open concept living room in Burlington with yellow walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

FullView

Mendota Hearth

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern formal open concept living room in Cedar Rapids with yellow walls, porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Liz Stewart

A hip, friendly and inviting Living Room Design. Using numerous vendors to create the look, including, Pier One Imports, Target, Dunn Edwards Paint, Lamps Plus and many more.

Woodland Cove

Studio M Interiors

This is an example of a transitional living room in Minneapolis.

Vertical Blinds

Montgomery Blinds, INC.

This is an example of a large traditional formal open concept living room in DC Metro with beige walls, travertine floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and beige floor.

Tuscan Flair

Interior Concepts, Inc.

Photographer: Gordon Beall Builder: Tom Offutt, TJO Company Architect: Richard Foster
Inspiration for a large mediterranean formal enclosed living room in DC Metro with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Buena Vista

Robert Holgate Design

Design ideas for a small eclectic open concept living room in San Francisco with yellow walls and medium hardwood floors.

British Colonial in Pasadena

Charmean Neithart Interiors

Photos by Erika Bierman Photography www.erikabiermanphotography.com
Inspiration for a traditional living room in Los Angeles with beige walls.

Contemporary Shingle Style Fireplace

LDa Architecture & Interiors

Design ideas for a traditional living room in Boston with yellow walls, light hardwood floors and a standard fireplace.

End of terrace home transformation in North London

VORBILD Architecture

Photo of a small transitional enclosed living room in London with a library, blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Juniper Street Residence (Mid-Century Modern)

Workshop90, LLC

Design ideas for a large midcentury formal open concept living room in Kansas City with grey walls, ceramic floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Reduced Heat and Glare

Advanced Film Solutions

Homeowners may enjoy the view and natural light more with reduced heat and glare with window film installed Photo Courtesy of Eastman
Mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Tampa with yellow walls, dark hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

GEOMETRIC ROOMS

Manolo Walls LLC

Scandinavian living room in Portland.

Karastan Carpet Throughout Carmel home

Carpets and Floors, Inc

Close up of texture and yellow/wheat color of this Ardington, Karastan carpet laid in Carmel living room
Mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in San Francisco with white walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and a freestanding tv.

Country Living Room

This is an example of a country living room in London with yellow walls and dark hardwood floors.

West 92nd Street. New York City

Sarah Vail Design

Beautiful arrangement of mirrors with a lovely console table, great for storage. Practical and Lovely. Photography: Kathleen Cain Photography
Large eclectic enclosed living room in New York with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Living room

Chris Jovanelly Interior Design

Ebanista, Kravet, Lee Jofa, Nomi, Corbett Lighting,
This is an example of an eclectic enclosed living room in Phoenix.

Agencement bibliothèque/entrée

Atelier noir ébène

Agencement d'un coin bibliothèque/entrée sur mesure en Noyer massif et MDF peint.
Design ideas for a contemporary living room in Paris with green walls.

Manifold House

Matt Fajkus Architecture

This is an example of a large contemporary open concept living room in Austin with white walls, no fireplace, beige floor and vaulted.

Yellow Living Room Design Photos

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.