The 10 Most Popular Living Rooms of Summer 2021
Find ideas for furniture layouts, color palettes and more in these most-saved recent living room photos on Houzz
This Trending Now story features the most-saved living room photos uploaded to Houzz between June 15 and Sept. 15, 2021.
What makes a living room design popular? This countdown of the most-saved new living rooms on Houzz right now offers some clues. A black-and-white color palette, a comfortable sofa and openness to the kitchen are just a few attention-grabbing elements to consider. You’ll find those examples and more in this roundup of popular photos from summer 2021.
What makes a living room design popular? This countdown of the most-saved new living rooms on Houzz right now offers some clues. A black-and-white color palette, a comfortable sofa and openness to the kitchen are just a few attention-grabbing elements to consider. You’ll find those examples and more in this roundup of popular photos from summer 2021.
9. The Perfect Mix
Designer Alicia Hassen of Brooklinteriors mixed contemporary furnishings with original architectural details in this New York brownstone. Crisp white walls modernize the space and highlight the intricate wood window frames, built-in mirror and stained-glass windows.
A chic marble-and-chrome coffee table and blue lounge chairs amplify the modern vibe, while the crystal chandelier and tufted gray sofa blend contemporary and traditional design elements.
Designer Alicia Hassen of Brooklinteriors mixed contemporary furnishings with original architectural details in this New York brownstone. Crisp white walls modernize the space and highlight the intricate wood window frames, built-in mirror and stained-glass windows.
A chic marble-and-chrome coffee table and blue lounge chairs amplify the modern vibe, while the crystal chandelier and tufted gray sofa blend contemporary and traditional design elements.
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8. Living on a Cloud
Loads of white and cream furnishings, including a large cushy sectional, give this Rhode Island living room by Desiree Burns Interiors a cloud-like feel. A large jute rug and wood accent pieces add warmth and ground the design enough to keep it from floating away.
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Loads of white and cream furnishings, including a large cushy sectional, give this Rhode Island living room by Desiree Burns Interiors a cloud-like feel. A large jute rug and wood accent pieces add warmth and ground the design enough to keep it from floating away.
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7. Charming Courtyard
A fully open connection to a peaceful courtyard redefines what this Los Angeles living room can be. Architects AddisonSchierbeek used large transom windows and a wide folding glass door to extend the living space outdoors, where perimeter hedging provides privacy for a secluded dining spot.
A fully open connection to a peaceful courtyard redefines what this Los Angeles living room can be. Architects AddisonSchierbeek used large transom windows and a wide folding glass door to extend the living space outdoors, where perimeter hedging provides privacy for a secluded dining spot.
6. Great Room, Great Views
This Rhode Island great room by ZeroEnergy Design contains the main living and dining areas, which enjoy vast water views and cathedral ceilings provided by a gabled roof.
The large U-shaped sectional and the Eames lounge chair are positioned to take advantage of the gorgeous views.
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This Rhode Island great room by ZeroEnergy Design contains the main living and dining areas, which enjoy vast water views and cathedral ceilings provided by a gabled roof.
The large U-shaped sectional and the Eames lounge chair are positioned to take advantage of the gorgeous views.
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5. Modern Victorian
With this San Francisco home’s Victorian soul in mind, Jon Lum Architecture restored the central hallway through the main floor, knowing it meant the living room would be narrow at just 10 feet wide.
However, due to its crisp white walls, sheer window treatment, streamlined modern furniture and clever layout, the space feels light and lives larger than its dimensions.
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With this San Francisco home’s Victorian soul in mind, Jon Lum Architecture restored the central hallway through the main floor, knowing it meant the living room would be narrow at just 10 feet wide.
However, due to its crisp white walls, sheer window treatment, streamlined modern furniture and clever layout, the space feels light and lives larger than its dimensions.
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4. Stylish Shiplap Built-In
The shiplap-covered built-in is the star of the show in this Chicago living room by Seth Romig Architect. Integrated wood shelves on either side of the TV hold books and other decor. The shelves can be raised or lowered as the owners see fit.
The base of the built-in has a row of cabinets used to keep clutter at bay and store unsightly electrical equipment. The shiplap adds dimension and texture and visually breaks up the large wall.
The shiplap-covered built-in is the star of the show in this Chicago living room by Seth Romig Architect. Integrated wood shelves on either side of the TV hold books and other decor. The shelves can be raised or lowered as the owners see fit.
The base of the built-in has a row of cabinets used to keep clutter at bay and store unsightly electrical equipment. The shiplap adds dimension and texture and visually breaks up the large wall.
3. Entertainer’s Dream
This Atlanta great room by Pineapple House Interior Design is built for entertaining. The dining table seats 14 guests in the back of the room near the kitchen. But before and after dinner is served, the living area is likely to draw a crowd with its pair of large sofas, handsome armchairs and a tufted cocktail ottoman with modular surface.
Floor-to-ceiling paneled windows and doors overlook a pool area. And custom wood ceiling beams add architectural interest and highlight the grand scale of the room.
This Atlanta great room by Pineapple House Interior Design is built for entertaining. The dining table seats 14 guests in the back of the room near the kitchen. But before and after dinner is served, the living area is likely to draw a crowd with its pair of large sofas, handsome armchairs and a tufted cocktail ottoman with modular surface.
Floor-to-ceiling paneled windows and doors overlook a pool area. And custom wood ceiling beams add architectural interest and highlight the grand scale of the room.
2. Kitchen Connection
When working with an open concept, repetition can be your best friend. Fiorella Design repeated similar colors in the living area and kitchen to create a seamless connection in this San Francisco home. The leather sofa, rattan baskets, white coffee table and blue area rug in the living area visually connect to the wood beams, white countertops and blue island in the kitchen.
When working with an open concept, repetition can be your best friend. Fiorella Design repeated similar colors in the living area and kitchen to create a seamless connection in this San Francisco home. The leather sofa, rattan baskets, white coffee table and blue area rug in the living area visually connect to the wood beams, white countertops and blue island in the kitchen.
1. Welcoming Window
The most-saved living room photo of summer 2021 is a Washington, D.C., space by Moore Architects that hits all the right notes. From the cozy leather sofa and ottoman to the armchairs upholstered in a forest scene to the custom window bench with views of a lush garden, the space beckons one to stay awhile. Or at least stay for a casual game of chess at the coffee table.
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The most-saved living room photo of summer 2021 is a Washington, D.C., space by Moore Architects that hits all the right notes. From the cozy leather sofa and ottoman to the armchairs upholstered in a forest scene to the custom window bench with views of a lush garden, the space beckons one to stay awhile. Or at least stay for a casual game of chess at the coffee table.
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If you like a little bit of drama in your design, then a black-and-white color palette might be for you. This Nashville, Tennessee, living room by Lauren DeBello Interiors is a good example of embracing subtle but effective contrast. The white elements in the room, including the walls, painted brick fireplace and sectional sofa, provide a stark backdrop to the black window and door frames, firebox and flat-screen TV. A black-and-white area rug punctuates the palette, while a jet black vase, floor lamp and console base round out the design approach.
The wood floors, coffee table and console keep things from veering too sterile, as does the potted greenery.
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