Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic formal open concept living room in Charleston with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Howard street

Aurea Construction inc.

Photos by Annie Shak.
Design ideas for a transitional living room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, no tv and brown floor.

Georgian Cottage

Lencioni Construction

Design ideas for a living room in San Francisco with beige walls, a standard fireplace and no tv.

Bluff Overlook

AOME Architects

A flood of natural light focuses attention on the contrasting stone elements of the dramatic fireplace at the end of the Great Room. // Image : Benjamin Benschneider Photography

Santa Barbara Craftsman Living Room

Maraya Interior Design

Luxurious modern take on a traditional white Italian villa. An entry with a silver domed ceiling, painted moldings in patterns on the walls and mosaic marble flooring create a luxe foyer. Into the formal living room, cool polished Crema Marfil marble tiles contrast with honed carved limestone fireplaces throughout the home, including the outdoor loggia. Ceilings are coffered with white painted crown moldings and beams, or planked, and the dining room has a mirrored ceiling. Bathrooms are white marble tiles and counters, with dark rich wood stains or white painted. The hallway leading into the master bedroom is designed with barrel vaulted ceilings and arched paneled wood stained doors. The master bath and vestibule floor is covered with a carpet of patterned mosaic marbles, and the interior doors to the large walk in master closets are made with leaded glass to let in the light. The master bedroom has dark walnut planked flooring, and a white painted fireplace surround with a white marble hearth. The kitchen features white marbles and white ceramic tile backsplash, white painted cabinetry and a dark stained island with carved molding legs. Next to the kitchen, the bar in the family room has terra cotta colored marble on the backsplash and counter over dark walnut cabinets. Wrought iron staircase leading to the more modern media/family room upstairs. Project Location: North Ranch, Westlake, California. Remodel designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu, Westlake and Calabasas, across the tri-county areas of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills- north through Solvang and more. Santa Barbara Craftsman, new cast stone mantel with mosaic tile surround, custom slipcovered sofas with handknotted rug, custom sewn Summerhouse fabric pillows, wrought iron lighting Peter Malinowski, photographer

Mantles

MDM Trim

Mid-sized traditional formal open concept living room in New York with yellow walls, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, concrete floors, no tv and grey floor.

Lake View Luxury Home

JALIN Design, LLC

Refined, LLC
Photo of a mid-sized transitional formal open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and no tv.

Kiawah residence

MITCHELL HILL

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Charleston with green walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Robert Allen - Fabric

Design District Access

This is an example of a mid-sized modern enclosed living room in Vancouver with blue walls and no tv.

Designer Perspective

Wiles Design Group

The sleek chandelier is an exciting focal point in this space while the open concept keeps the space informal and great for entertaining guests. Photography by John Richards --- Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/

Residential Architecture

Joel Gross Architectural & Residential Photography

Joel Gross; Architectural & Residential Photography
Expansive contemporary open concept living room in Boston with white walls and no tv.

Shadow Valley

Tobi Fairley Interior Design

Photography - Nancy Nolan Walls are Sherwin Williams Alchemy
This is an example of a large transitional enclosed living room in Little Rock with yellow walls, no fireplace, no tv and dark hardwood floors.

Upstairs Transitional Living Room-Loft Style

Architectural Concepts

Architectural Concepts offers experienced services in architectural design from the most skilled architects in Albany, California. While we assure the highest quality architectural services, our basic philosophy is keeping a close relationship with our clients. This way we ensure that your exact vision is what you see once your project is completed. Our arsenal of services covers any architectural need you could have, for both public and private projects. We cover everything from development to design. Similarly, our interior design services are comprehensive and keep in mind your budget, needs, and goals.

Black Contemporary

An Original, Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary formal enclosed living room in Phoenix with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.

Traditional Living Room

Inspiration for a large traditional formal enclosed living room in Detroit with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, no tv, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Window Treatments

La-Sy-Re Interiors

Large contemporary formal open concept living room in Miami with beige walls, ceramic floors, no fireplace, no tv and brown floor.

Morning Star

Lloyd Construction, Inc.

Sun Valley Photo, Joshua Wells
Photo of a large arts and crafts formal open concept living room in Other with medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, yellow walls, no tv and brown floor.

Wainscot

Daniel J Mailey Carpentry, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional formal enclosed living room in Philadelphia with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround and no tv.

Interior Stone Fireplace-River Rock

Master Stone Design, LLC

Natural Stone, River Rock from North Carolina Streams
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional open concept living room in Charlotte with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, grey walls and dark hardwood floors.

Lakeside Living

REFINED LLC

Inspiration for a transitional open concept living room in Minneapolis with white walls and no tv.

Yellow Living Room Design Photos with No TV

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.