The Victorian House - 1960s Inspired Living Room

The living room was tired and gloomy, sue to the shady aspect of the street. The client wanted the space to have a mid-century feel to it and have less of the children's stuff visible so that the room could feel more sophisticated and relaxing. We made alterations to the fireplace, to simplify the opening around the wood burning stove. We stripped the wallpaper and re-skimmed the walls, removed the old carpet and sanded the original one floorboards, bringing them back to their former glory. We then worked closely with the client to incorporate his vintage mid-century furniture into the room, whilst ensuring the space still complemented the Victorian features of the room. By painting the walls a soft cream, we have brightened up the room, and changing the layout of the space allows the room to feel more open and welcoming. Storage for children's toys was relocated into the kitchen, allowing the living room space to be kept tidier. The mid-century sideboard acts as a TV unit, whilst providing ample storage.

Suburban Townhome

Dunsmuir Price Design

Orna Gurevich interior design

Mountview

Benedict Design

Photographer: Mitchell Fong

Mountview

Benedict Design

Photographer: Mitchell Fong

Morristown Apartment

Grayscale Homes Designs

Eliza and Mike

AHG Interiors

Nick Glimenakis

Brownstone, Park Slope Brooklyn, NY

CAJ studio

Honeyshine Design

Urban Loft

Leona Mozes Photography

Il rosso del corallo ed il turchese del mare - Progetto in corso

Liadesign

Hackney

Rachel Battais Interiors ltd

Living room of our Hackney Project - Rachel Battais Interior Design - more info at rachelbattais.com

Uptown Studio

Collective Creations

Transforming 550SQ FT into something truly inspiring. Iconic HM Eames Lounge Chair in walnut with black custom leather. A tufted brown leather sofa from Four Hands Furniture (Austin, TX). Crate & Barrel teak/marble coffee table and geometric "Twinge" rug. Audio Engine Bamboo speakers--all add the coziness of the modern space.

Canary Wharf Project

Distinction Group

Christmas Decorating for a Minimalist

Organizational Logistics LLC.

This unit, used year around, was kept simple with only adding a new Christmas touches. The goal of a minimalist Christmas theme was achieved in every area of the living room.

Mid Century Modern Condo

Segal & Wilmot Interior Design

This project involved renovating and decorating a co-op in Center City, Philadelphia. It was a one-bedroom/one bath apartment with a kitchen at 700 s.f. We decided to give it a Mid Century Modern feeling in the living/dining area. The client was not involved in any of the decision-making, but did give us a few requests. We put in the Brazilian hardwood througout the living/dining room/kitchen. All the fixtures, paint, and window treatments are new. We purchased the new living room sofa and blue swivel chair. The wing chair (owner's) was re-upholstered. Since this was a high-low project, we purchased the hard pieces on Craig's list and at auction. The windows in this room face South, so we put in taupe/white solar blinds and softened them with creamy custom made chantung silk panels. The sofa was done in a tweedy orange color and is flanked by two floor lamps of chrome and lucite.

Hip Haven in Hayes Valley

Regan Baker Design Inc.

Suzanna Scott Photography

Woollahra Apartment

ssd studio

Sophie Solomon

Eichler Home in Fairmeadows, Southern California

Better Living SoCal

Life is too short…not to love where you live. Who wouldn’t want the opportunity to purchase a stunning, magazine-featured, mid-century modern Eichler home? This living room is the perfect place to showcase your Mid Century Modern furniture and take in the veiws of teh outside back patio space.

Mid Century Modern

Atelier Drome Architecture

The floors were once a hodge podge of materials, but are now hardwood throughout (with the exception of stone at the entry).

Midcentury Living Room Design Photos with a Freestanding 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 midcentury 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 midcentury living room ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

Which midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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.