Jeff Herr
Example of a trendy living room design in Atlanta with white walls

The Marvin Bi-Fold Door is a simple, elegant solution for indoor/outdoor living because it opens wide to invite fresh air in. Configured from two to eight panels, Bi-Fold Doors use a unique operating system that allows the door to fold smoothly to one side, stylishly and effortlessly connecting your space to the outdoors or to another room. Marvin Bi-Fold Doors are ideal for making a dramatic connection with verandas, gardens and more, or expanding a room into adjoining interior areas.

Klopf Architecture, Arterra Landscape Architects, and Flegels Construction updated a classic Eichler open, indoor-outdoor home. Expanding on the original walls of glass and connection to nature that is common in mid-century modern homes. The completely openable walls allow the homeowners to truly open up the living space of the house, transforming it into an open air pavilion, extending the living area outdoors to the private side yards, and taking maximum advantage of indoor-outdoor living opportunities. Taking the concept of borrowed landscape from traditional Japanese architecture, the fountain, concrete bench wall, and natural landscaping bound the indoor-outdoor space. The Truly Open Eichler is a remodeled single-family house in Palo Alto. This 1,712 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom is located in the heart of the Silicon Valley. Klopf Architecture Project Team: John Klopf, AIA, Geoff Campen, and Angela Todorova Landscape Architect: Arterra Landscape Architects Structural Engineer: Brian Dotson Consulting Engineers Contractor: Flegels Construction Photography ©2014 Mariko Reed Location: Palo Alto, CA Year completed: 2014

For the art, I chose that was graphic and bold. There's a youthful feeling with original art and the arrangement creates a focal point for the room while balancing the large screen TV. Lucite, soft edges and texture dominate while the layout is well thought out for the creature comforts of everyday living. Even though space was limited, I was still able to include comfortable seating for pre-theatre or dinner gatherings. Count them…the sofa holds 3, 2 Ottomans, the 3 lucite bright yellow bar stools, the lounge chair, 2 side chairs, the upholstered chair by the waterfall desk and if you add the 4 chairs for the dining area, you're at 16, and this doesn’t count the custom coffee table with upholstered seating!

Clients' first home and there forever home with a family of four and in laws close, this home needed to be able to grow with the family. This most recent growth included a few home additions including the kids bathrooms (on suite) added on to the East end, the two original bathrooms were converted into one larger hall bath, the kitchen wall was blown out, entrying into a complete 22'x22' great room addition with a mudroom and half bath leading to the garage and the final addition a third car garage. This space is transitional and classic to last the test of time.

Builder & Interior Selections: Kyle Hunt & Partners, Architect: Sharratt Design Company, Landscape Design: Yardscapes, Photography by James Kruger, LandMark Photography

David Zimand Photography
Living room - contemporary formal living room idea in New York with white walls and a standard fireplace

This space was originally a traditional dining room that they didn’t see using as a family, so they transformed it into a Bar Room. They went with the concept of a swanky lounge without being too man cavy. Wallpaper – Andes in Navy by Thibaut Side Table – Lionel Side Table by Dovetail Coffee Table – Hilde Coffee Table by Uttermost Sofa – Hallman Furniture Company 2210 Sofa in Swavelle/Mill Creek Performance Velvet Striato in Citron Window Treatments – Gia in Beige by Mitchell Fabric Window Hardware – Classical Elements Shades: Coronado Woven Shades,, unlined by United Supply Pillows – Made with select flat folds at Aiden Fabrics Club Chairs – Ellington Swivel Chair in Leather by Uttermost Lamp on Bar – Spezzano Table Lamp by Uttermost Round Art on Bar – Oma Sculpture by Uttermost Floor Lamp – Revere Floor Lamp by Uttermost Chandelier – Chet 12-light Chandelier by Uttermost Shelving – Karishma Etagere by Uttermost Round Ring Sculptures – Jimena Ring Sculptures Bar Cabinet – Dov2010 Bar Cabinet by Dovetail Rug – BZ-6 Brice Faux Cow Hide Rug by Loloi Mirror – Devoll Mirror by Uttermost

This huge sectional from West Elm (it’s 13 feet long!!) gives plenty of seating and fills the space. It turned out that the cats liked the new sofa as much as the humans… not good. So the homeowner brilliantly layered a few Mexican blankets and a sheepskin over the cushions and arms of the sofa to protect it from the cats, and inadvertently added a level of bohemian texture and pattern to the room that is absolutely fantastic!

Spacious living room with modern fireplace, white sectional sofa, animal hide rug, and large folding glass doors opening to the patio. Bright, warm, and perfect for family living in Carroll Gardens.

A modern design with classic details, the Cade sofa lets you lounge with a refined look. The deep seat invites relaxation while stainless steel legs give the sofa a modern look you'll love. Attached arm cushions stay neat while adding an additional layer of comfort.

Inspiration for a large contemporary open concept marble floor living room remodel in Los Angeles with white walls

Ed Ritger Photography
Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped light wood floor and beige floor kitchen remodel in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink, white cabinets, multicolored backsplash and gray countertops

Resource Furniture worked with Turkel Design to furnish Axiom Desert House, a custom-designed, luxury prefab home nestled in sunny Palm Springs. Resource Furniture provided the Square Line Sofa with pull-out end tables; the Raia walnut dining table and Orca dining chairs; the Flex Outdoor modular sofa on the lanai; as well as the Tango Sectional, Swing, and Kali Duo wall beds. These transforming, multi-purpose and small-footprint furniture pieces allow the 1,200-square-foot home to feel and function like one twice the size, without compromising comfort or high-end style. Axiom Desert House made its debut in February 2019 as a Modernism Week Featured Home and gained national attention for its groundbreaking innovations in high-end prefab construction and flexible, sustainable design.

Donna Dotan Photography Inc.
Living room - transitional formal medium tone wood floor living room idea in New York with white walls

This Coastal Inspired Farmhouse with bay views puts a casual and sophisticated twist on beach living. Interior Design by Blackband Design and Home Build by Arbor Real Estate.

Carving out a smaller living room within larger open floor plan allowed space for a library, foyer and space for the dogs to play. Featured in 'My Houzz'. photo: Rikki Snyder

Photography: Dustin Halleck
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed and formal medium tone wood floor and brown floor living room remodel in Chicago with gray walls, a standard fireplace and no tv

This family room was totally redesigned with new shelving and all new furniture. The blue grasscloth added texture and interest. The fabrics are all kid friendly and the rug is an indoor/outdoor rug by Stark. Photo by: Melodie Hayes