Modern Living Rooms

A Modern Classic

In this living room, every item has a unique shape, from the twisted legs on the chairs to the statuesque floor lamps flanking one sofa. Symmetry grounds the multitude of shapes and gives the room balance.

Continental Living Room

Blending stately architectural features with eclectic furnishing isn't always easy. The keys here were texture, clean lines, and proportion. Objects on the mantel wall are placed from low to high and back down, keeping the eye moving within the room.

Country Chic Living

Burnished finishes and muted colors give this brand-new living room a beautifully aged look. Overstuffed sofas and a roomy leather chair provide comfy seating while a stone fireplace adds warmth. Displays of family photos and collectibles are a personal finishing touch.

Exotic Beauty Living

Full of shape, texture, and pattern, this living room has a rich, ethnic quality. The warm palette includes taupe and white on the painted walls and architectural trim, with upholstery in shades of brown and khaki. Layers of texture include bamboo blinds, a leather ottoman, and a large area rug.

Family Room

In a home with young kids and a pet, easy-to-wash slipcovers in durable fabrics are a smart choice. In this bright and airy living room, slipcovers crafted from vintage and patterned fabrics give the furnishings and pillows a tailored look but allow for easy care.

Farmhouse Charm

This new cottage gets its country spirit from a muted color palette and a comfortable combination of antiques and new pieces distressed to look used and worn over time. Dressed in yellow gingham, twin armchairs anchor one end of this living room. The sunny color is paired with red and black hues, a toile pattern, and a Turkish rug.

Fired Up

To spice up this bungalow's living area, the walls were painted a robust red, which ties into the fireplace's colorful tile surround. Clever architectural details, such as a beefy wood mantel and built-in bookcases on either side of the fireplace, add interest and serve to honor the Craftsman design of the house.

Going for Bold Living

Bold decorative treatments dovetail for a high-impact effect in this vibrant living room. A palette of bright yellow and red really pops and makes the traditional-style pieces appear clean and contemporary. Large-scale prints and black-and-white accessories add drama.

Hollywood Glamour

Traditional yet cozy, this living room pays homage to the golden age of Hollywood, when tastes ran to contemporary, boxy shapes. Clad in neutral textures, the furniture performs a supporting role to a collection of patriotic portraits and etchings.

In Good Taste

The living room's use of materials including steel, wood, concrete, and slate, adds textural contrast. This is an important design element when creating living spaces that appeal to the senses.