Example of an eclectic open concept light wood floor living room design in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace

Mark Ehlen of Ehlen Creative Communications, LLC
Basement - farmhouse walk-out carpeted basement idea in Minneapolis with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

The challenge with this project was to transform a very traditional house into something more modern and suited to the lifestyle of a young couple just starting a new family. We achieved this by lightening the overall color palette with soft grays and neutrals. Then we replaced the traditional dark colored wood and tile flooring with lighter wide plank hardwood and stone floors. Next we redesigned the kitchen into a more workable open plan and used top of the line professional level appliances and light pigmented oil stained oak cabinetry. Finally we painted the heavily carved stained wood moldings and library and den cabinetry with a fresh coat of soft pale light reflecting gloss paint. Photographer: James Koch

Example of a large transitional formal and open concept light wood floor and beige floor living room design in Miami with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace and no tv

A modern black sectional creates the perfect place to lounge after a long day at work in this modern living room. The straight lined, heavy cocktail table can be used to kick your feet up and relax. A backdrop of an organic floral graces the previously empty corner and draws the eye to design of the space.

Transitional family room photo in San Francisco

Example of a large transitional formal and open concept dark wood floor living room design in St Louis with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Builder: Michels Homes Cabinetry Design: Megan Dent Interior Design: Jami Ludens, Studio M Interiors Photography: Landmark Photography
Example of a large mountain style formal living room design in Minneapolis with a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and a media wall

Inspiration for a large coastal master light wood floor and brown floor bedroom remodel with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Example of a transitional home design design in Birmingham

Brett Beyer
Large trendy dark wood floor and brown floor great room photo in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace and a metal fireplace

Peter Valli
Living room - huge traditional enclosed medium tone wood floor living room idea in Los Angeles with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace and no tv

Custom media cabinet, custom sectional sofa, custom cocktail ottoman, custom area rug, stone-clad fireplace, gray, purple, black, fusia, blue, beige, cream

Lori Whalen Photography
Large beach style open concept light wood floor and beige floor family room photo in Boston with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Mantel Decorating/Styling, Joseph DeLeo Photography
Example of a mid-sized classic enclosed painted wood floor living room design with a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and white walls

Study room - small transitional freestanding desk medium tone wood floor and brown floor study room idea in Detroit with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround

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Elegant formal dark wood floor living room photo in Louisville with beige walls, a standard fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Living room - modern living room idea in Los Angeles

The living room was long and narrow but with an amazing bay window. Instead of a galley style living room used by the previous owner, we decided to change the furniture arrangement by putting one big comfy L-shaped sectional all the way to one side to create a pass-through area enabling a better foot traffic. We then added two side chairs for extra seats. We also mounted our TV on top of the fireplace to gain more space. Although it's not my favorite design choice to have TV on top of the fireplace because I think it takes away from the fireplace but we had to work within the limitation of the space. For the fireplace, we bought wood stove insert and inserted it into the existing masonry fireplace. The look was updated by granite tiles around the insert and custom built wood mantel. Buying wood fireplace insert was the best decision we made. First of all, it created a memorable space in our home. I LOVE the sound of wood cracking and the smell of wood burning. In winter nights we would sit around the fireplace and make s'mores like it's a campfire. Second, it's a clean burning and efficient heater. You don't lose the majority the fire’s heat up the chimney thereby saving money on your heating bill. The coffee table is purchased from Wicker Emporium and it's made from reclaimed pine timbers giving the house a rustic feel. The side chair by the fireplace is the perfect spot for me to relax, put my feet up on the large ball shaped knitted foot rest and enjoy a cup of cappuccino or cozy up with a good book.