Cobble Hill Brooklyn Brownstone Renovation

It's really about an eclectic mix: this sunlight is filtered through soft linen curtains that add texture and tone to the front parlor space. Complimented by a cream color shag rug and brown velvet sofa, the space takes on a soft and ethereal feeling by day and also by night. The chrome and glass coffee table placed between the front windows adds an eye-catching sparkle and shine allowing the accessories to float in the space. Photo: Ward Roberts

Christmas Cottage

Alison Kandler Interior Design

Bret Gum for Cottages and Bungalows

Broskley SE4, Colour consultation and Living room design

K Space Interiors Limited

Holiday House 2013

Patrick James Hamilton Designs

Jody Kivort

Harvard Shaker-House Renovation/Addition

Katie Hutchison Studio

The new owners of this house in Harvard, Massachusetts loved its location and authentic Shaker characteristics, but weren’t fans of its curious layout. A dated first-floor full bathroom could only be accessed by going up a few steps to a landing, opening the bathroom door and then going down the same number of steps to enter the room. The dark kitchen faced the driveway to the north, rather than the bucolic backyard fields to the south. The dining space felt more like an enlarged hall and could only comfortably seat four. Upstairs, a den/office had a woefully low ceiling; the master bedroom had limited storage, and a sad full bathroom featured a cramped shower. KHS proposed a number of changes to create an updated home where the owners could enjoy cooking, entertaining, and being connected to the outdoors from the first-floor living spaces, while also experiencing more inviting and more functional private spaces upstairs. On the first floor, the primary change was to capture space that had been part of an upper-level screen porch and convert it to interior space. To make the interior expansion seamless, we raised the floor of the area that had been the upper-level porch, so it aligns with the main living level, and made sure there would be no soffits in the planes of the walls we removed. We also raised the floor of the remaining lower-level porch to reduce the number of steps required to circulate from it to the newly expanded interior. New patio door systems now fill the arched openings that used to be infilled with screen. The exterior interventions (which also included some new casement windows in the dining area) were designed to be subtle, while affording significant improvements on the interior. Additionally, the first-floor bathroom was reconfigured, shifting one of its walls to widen the dining space, and moving the entrance to the bathroom from the stair landing to the kitchen instead. These changes (which involved significant structural interventions) resulted in a much more open space to accommodate a new kitchen with a view of the lush backyard and a new dining space defined by a new built-in banquette that comfortably seats six, and -- with the addition of a table extension -- up to eight people. Upstairs in the den/office, replacing the low, board ceiling with a raised, plaster, tray ceiling that springs from above the original board-finish walls – newly painted a light color -- created a much more inviting, bright, and expansive space. Re-configuring the master bath to accommodate a larger shower and adding built-in storage cabinets in the master bedroom improved comfort and function. A new whole-house color palette rounds out the improvements. Photos by Katie Hutchison

Bashian 2022 Holiday Shoot

Megan Mahan

Lynn Sitting Room

Denyne Designs

The design of this refined sitting room uses traditional Victorian elements such as the ornate white fireplace mantel/surround with accents of silver and gold to create a formal space in which to entertain. Polished cherry wood flooring and Doric columns lend an air of sophistication against soft beige walls. The inviting club chairs and glass coffee table with it's accents of wrought iron are echoed in the fireplace screen and complete this sophisticated, upscale space.

Hamptons Home in Melbourne's Leafy East

Belle Homes Design & Construction

Hamptons family living at its best. This client wanted a beautiful Hamptons style home to emerge from the renovation of a tired brick veneer home for her family. The white/grey/blue palette of Hamptons style was her go to style which was an imperative part of the design brief but the creation of new zones for adult and soon to be teenagers was just as important. Our client didn't know where to start and that's how we helped her. Starting with a design brief, we set about working with her to choose all of the colours, finishes, fixtures and fittings and to also design the joinery/cabinetry to satisfy storage and aesthetic needs. We supplemented this with a full set of construction drawings to compliment the Architectural plans. Nothing was left to chance as we created the home of this family's dreams. Using white walls and dark floors throughout enabled us to create a harmonious palette that flowed from room to room. A truly beautiful home, one of our favourites!

Lakeside Cottage #1

Cannarsa Structure and Design

Addition and Renovation to a Coastal Home

Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.

Photographer: Anice Hoachlander from Hoachlander Davis Photography, LLC Principal Architect: Anthony "Ankie" Barnes, AIA, LEED AP Project Architect: Daniel Porter

The Farmhouse View from Loft-Design by Dawn D Totty Design Jasper Highlands, TN

Dawn D. Totty Interior DESIGNS

A few of The Farmhouse Features that make this design so special are the Custom Dawn D Totty Designed- Orb Light Fixtures, Wood Flooring, Steel Staircase, Commissioned painting, Redesigned & Reupholstered 3 chairs and french provincial pink velvet sofa. One of the most amazing features of The Farmhouse are the incredible 12' retracting doors that open right out onto a deck overlooking the Tennessee River!!

Graham Holland

Peter Bennetts

Photograph by martingardner.com

New Hand carved TV lift cabinet furniture New York

TV Lift Cabinet by Cabinet Tronix

Here a beautiful new hand carved TV lift cabinet furniture where we had a blast using a Benjamin Moore color with gold glazing. These are great for living rooms, family rooms, bed rooms, at the foot of the bed, center of the room as a divider. This one is expensive however we have over 100 designs to select from which all are made to order based on your space, electronic and TV size needs. Interior designers, audio video integrator companies, architects, custom home builders, hotels, new home owners, remodeling, direct orders, commercial projects, and luxury property rentals welcome! Custom furniture with out TV lift kits are also welcome. Cabinet Tronix has been in business for 14 years and more committed to creative and fun designs than ever. New York Manhattan lofts, condos, apartments and homes enjoy many of our units to help open up and make the rooms more beautiful while having a focal piece of furniture at the same time. From Miami to Connecticut to California and Hawaii to Washington State and DC. New York, Manhattan

Saugatuck Shores, Contemporary

Richard Swann Architect

European Home

Bumph & Scumble Design Centre

Design Möbel aus Bambus Holz

HolzDesignPur

Sebastian Jørgensen kreiert für das dänische Design Label WeDoWood ein einfaches, aber multifunktionales Möbelstück mit natürlichem Charakter: die Sitzbank CORRELATION aus Bambusholz. Mit ihrer auf das Wesentliche reduzierten Form, ohne Lehne und Schnörkel, lässt sich diese kubistische Schönheit nahezu überall platzieren. Der abnehmbare Deckel der Sitzbank aus Holz enthüllt im Detail ihr wahres Talent: im Inneren der Sitzbank befindet sich viel Stauraum für allerlei Besitztümer. So schaffen Sie im Handumdrehen Ordnung und verstauen Ihre Gegenstände stilvoll.

The Great Indoors

Savannah Surfaces, Inc.

Get the best of both worlds with ceramic tile brilliantly designed to look and feel like wood. With Cerdomus tile, Savannah Surfaces is bringing the warmth of wood to homes with the durability of tile.

Living Room Design Photos with Painted Wood Floors and a Standard Fireplace

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.