Small Living Room Design Photos with Dark Hardwood Floors

A Family Friendly Mid-Century Modern Makeover
A Family Friendly Mid-Century Modern Makeover
Décor AidDécor Aid
Having a small child, loving to entertain and looking to declutter and kid-proof the gathering spaces of their home in the quaint village of Rockville Centre, Long Island, a stone’s throw from Manhattan, our client’s main objective was to have their living room and den transformed with a family friendly home makeover with mid-century modern tones boasting a formal, yet relaxed spirit Stepping into the home we found their living room and den both architecturally well appointed yet in need of modern transitional furniture pieces and the pops of color our clients admired, as there was a substantial amount of cool, cold grays in the rooms. Decor Aid designer Vivian C. approached the design and placement of the pieces sourced to be kid-friendly while remaining sophisticated and practical for entertaining. “We played off of the clients love for blush pinks, mid-century modern and turquoise. We played with the use of gold and silver metals to mix it up.” In the living room, we used the prominent bay window and its illuminating natural light as the main architectural focal point, while the fireplace and mantels soft white tone helped inform the minimalist color palette for which we styled the room around. To add warmth to the living room we played off of the clients love for blush pinks and turquoise while elevating the room with flashes of gold and silver metallic pieces. For a sense of play and to tie the space together we punctuated the kid-friendly living room with an eclectic juxtaposition of colors and materials, from a beautifully patchworked geometric cowhide rug from All Modern, to a whimsical mirror placed over an unexpected, bold geometric credenza, to the blush velvet barrel chair and abstract blue watercolor pillows. “When sourcing furniture and objects, we chose items that had rounded edges and were shatter proof as it was vital to keep each room’s decor childproof.” Vivian ads. Their vision for the den remained chic, with comfort and practical functionality key to create an area for the young family to come together. For the den, our main challenge was working around the pre-existing dark gray sectional sofa. To combat its chunkiness, we played off of the hues in the cubist framed prints placed above and focused on blue and orange accents which complement and play off of each other well. We selected orange storage ottomans in easy to clean, kid-friendly leather to maximize space and functionality. To personalize the appeal of the den we included black and white framed family photos. In the end, the result created a fun, relaxed space where our clients can enjoy family moments or watch a game while taking in the scenic view of their backyard. For harmony between the rooms, the overall tone for each room is mid-century modern meets bold, yet classic contemporary through the use of mixed materials and fabrications including marble, stone, metals and plush velvet, creating a cozy yet sophisticated enough atmosphere for entertaining family and friends and raising a young children. “The result od this family friendly room was really fantastic! Adding some greenery, more pillows and throws really made the space pop.” Vivian C. Decor Aid’s Designer
Salon
Salon
HedreHedre
Victor Grandgeorge - Photosdinterieurs
Bella Vita
Bella Vita
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Apartment Living Room Staging
Casa entre medianeras
Casa entre medianeras
CREATIVACREATIVA
Proyectos de Diseño, Interiorismo y Decoración. www.creativa.es
Apartment ER
Apartment ER
OPUS.ADOPUS.AD
Alison Gootee, Studio D
It’s a garage. It’s an apartment. It’s both.
It’s a garage. It’s an apartment. It’s both.
Jacobson Construction, Inc.Jacobson Construction, Inc.
Relatives spending the weekend? Daughter moving back in? Could you use a spare bedroom for surprise visitors? Here’s an idea that can accommodate that occasional guest while maintaining your distance: Add a studio apartment above your garage. Studio apartments are often called mother-in-law apartments, perhaps because they add a degree of privacy. They have their own kitchen, living room and bath. Often they feature a Murphy bed. With appliances designed for micro homes becoming more popular it’s easier than ever to plan for and build a studio apartment. Rick Jacobson began this project with a large garage, capable of parking a truck and SUV, and storing everything from bikes to snowthrowers. Then he added a 500+ square foot apartment above the garage. Guests are welcome to the apartment with a private entrance inside a fence. Once inside, the apartment’s open design floods it with daylight from two large skylights and energy-efficient Marvin double hung windows. A gas fireplace below a 42-inch HD TV creates a great entertainment center. It’s all framed with rough-cut black granite, giving the whole apartment a distinctive look. Notice the ¾ inch thick tongue in grove solid oak flooring – the perfect accent to the grey and white interior design. The kitchen features a gas range with outdoor-vented hood, and a space-saving refrigerator and freezer. The custom kitchen backsplash was built using 3 X 10 inch gray subway glass tile. Black granite countertops can be found in the kitchen and bath, and both featuring under mounted sinks. The full ¾ bath features a glass-enclosed walk-in shower with 4 x 12 inch ceramic subway tiles arranged in a vertical pattern for a unique look. 6 x 24 inch gray porcelain floor tiles were used in the bath. A full-sized murphy bed folds out of the wall cabinet, offering a great view of the fireplace and HD TV. On either side of the bed, 3 built-in closets and 2 cabinets provide ample storage space. And a coffee table easily converts to a laptop computer workspace for traveling professionals or FaceBook check-ins. The result: An addition that has already proved to be a worthy investment, with the ability to host family and friends while appreciating the property’s value.
Seattle Floating Home
Seattle Floating Home
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Photo Credit: Benjamin Benschneider
Home Touch Ups
Home Touch Ups
Aim Interior Design & Associates, Inc.Aim Interior Design & Associates, Inc.
A traditional living room is updated with a modern/minimalist fireplace mantel, accents, artwork and furnishings. Photo by Jump Communications Inc.
Hurndale
Hurndale
Meredith Heron DesignMeredith Heron Design
Donna Griffith for House and Home Magazine
LIVING ROOM
LIVING ROOM
Sheila Rich Interiors, LLCSheila Rich Interiors, LLC
A crisp and consistent color scheme and composition creates an airy, unified mood throughout the diminutive 13' x 13' living room. Dark hardwood floors add warmth and contrast. We added thick moldings to architecturally enhance the house. Gauzy cotton Roman shades dress new hurricane-proof windows and coax additional natural light into the home. Because of their versatility, pairs of furniture instead of single larger pieces are used throughout the home. This helps solve the space problem because these smaller pieces can be moved and stored easily.
Galley style living space
Galley style living space
Borden Interiors & AssociatesBorden Interiors & Associates
photography by Jim Bartsch. Making use of a long narrow living/dining and kitchen space.
Eastern Avenue
Eastern Avenue
Outset ThinkOutset Think
The design narrative focused on natural materials using a calm colour scheme inspired by Nordic living. The use of dark walnut wood across the floors and with kitchen units made the kitchen flow with the living space well and blend in rather than stand out. The Verde Alpi marble used on the worktops, the island and the bespoke fireplace surrounds complements the dark wooden kitchen units as well as the copper boiling tap and ovens, serving as a nod to nature and connecting the space with the outside. The same shade of Little Greene paint has been used throughout the house to bring continuity, even on the living room ceiling to close the space in and make it cosy. The hallway mural called Scoop by Hovia added the finishing touch to reflect the originally aimed grandeur of the traditional Victorian townhouse.
Clean Modern
Clean Modern
COHNCOHN
The architecture of this modern house has unique design features. The entrance foyer is bright and spacious with beautiful open frame stairs and large windows. The open-plan interior design combines the living room, dining room and kitchen providing an easy living with a stylish layout. The bathrooms and en-suites throughout the house complement the overall spacious feeling of the house.

Small Living Room Design Photos with Dark Hardwood Floors

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