Entering the living room, you are greeted by the warm glow of natural light that serves as a spacious canvas to amplify the luxury of the charismatic bohemian-inspired furniture that frames the room. The furniture is rooted in light, natural wood that pairs beautifully with a cane swing, making it hard not to conjure up an image of a breezy beach vacation at home. The earthy, boho-chic theme of the room is quickly highlighted by the opulence of trendy accent pieces elegantly strewn across the room.

You spend a lot of time in your living room, so it not only needs to look great, but it also needs to be functional and comfortable. Mastering this trifecta can be a design challenge for sure, but we've rounded up the best living room examples to inspire your own

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Anushka Contractor

An 8 ft. simple teak wood finish main door gives way to a cozy living room doused in natural light streaming from a large window and a cute-as-a-button balconette. The wall between this room and the kitchen has been demolished and the open kitchen now effectively makes this living space appear larger. We laid wooden look tiles on the floor, pre-cut into 4 pieces and organized in the herringbone pattern. This is not only spread across the studio but also seeps up the living room main wall. Upon this wall, hangs an artwork specially commissioned to a young artist to be evocative yet flaunt the yellow and blue that ties the otherwise somber colours together. Below this is a long chesterfield sofa in electric blue, an armchair upholstered in hounds-tooth with a gold, black and wooden frame. A wood and black glass center table set and a yellow and wooden side table set complete the seating set up. A custom rug in colours of our choice brings a touch of elegance to the room. Beside this is a white and wood console table with a round gold and wood finish mirror. A black skirting flows throughout the walls with a wood detailing as an added design detail.

Dining and play area with bespoke storage bench

Mia Karlsson Interior Design Ltd

Dining and play area with bespoke storage bench and boucle pouffes

Macchan

Ankur Kothari

The living and bedroom below are perched out over a drop with viewing decks at the edge to enjoy magnificent views of the mountains and lake.

The multipurpose den on the upper level features terracotta color wall for warmth

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26,40,223 Living Room Design Ideas

True to its name, the living room is where the family comes together to meet, greet, watch TV and play games. Most Indian homes have only one hall and hence the living room designs may vary to serve different functions. If you’re lucky enough to have more than one drawing room, you may make your living space a separate, more formal area away from the den or relaxing lounge. It can be tricky to get the balance right when you have to take so many functions into consideration, so browse through these living room ideas before you start planning your own.

How do I determine my living room design?

The utility of your living room or den will be the prime factor in picking a style and design. The living room was originally intended to be a sophisticated setting for hosting and entertaining, while the family room was used for more casual, everyday activities, like lounging or watching TV. However, if your home has only one large room you can use a multifunctional living room design and layout. If you’re starting from scratch, first think about the static elements of the living room, like plug sockets, TV port, phone socket, doorways etc. You don’t want to have arranged all your living room furniture and decor only to discover you’ve placed your TV on the opposite side of the room to the aerial and sockets. Next, think about the layout of the other elements, like furniture. Every space will have design challenges, so think of living room ideas that accommodate all the seating and decor elements well. It’s best to think about your seating as the main focus of the living room. You don’t want your sofa or armchairs to overcrowd your sitting room but you need there to be enough seating space for everyone. Lastly, you can add decor and storage elements that match the intended style.

How do I choose a living room colour scheme?

The living, or drawing room, showcases your style and taste, but sometimes it can be difficult to decide on a colour scheme that will fit with the space you already have. Start by identifying a focal point or object of inspiration, like a painted wall, a piece furniture or any prominent living room decor, to determine the dominant colour. Once you have determined your living room colour try to understand how other colours can be used as an accents. Remember, it is easier to match colours if the dominant colour is neutral. Working with accents is easy as you can create both bold and subtle looks to match your style.

What kind of living room furniture should I have?

Given the multifunctionality of living rooms, you’ll want to be sure to incorporate different pieces of furniture to cover all possible activities. Depending on the layout of the living room you can add sofas, sectionals and armchairs for basic seating. Also, add some variety to the seating by creating a floor arrangement or window seating; these are great options for a small living room. Other must-haves include a coffee table and bar cart if you use the room as a lounge or entertainment space. Add a few shelves and built-in storage to house any electronics and accessories, or a bookcase to keep books, picture frames and knickknacks in check.

How do I decorate my living room?

Living rooms have no hard-and-fast decor rules. All decor items must blend in to reflect the style of the space and the rest of the house. The only rule to remember while decorating is to not go overboard with neutrals or colours. You can achieve a good balance by deciding the colour schemes in advance. If you want to experiment with many colours then opt for neutral colour wall paints and furniture. Similarly, if you want your sofa to be a the element of colour then scale back the decor so they don’t fight for attention. Also, don’t forget about the mid-sized items, like rugs, throws, decorative pillows, curtains and indoor plants which can double as functional and decorative when done right. Think carefully about living room lighting as it plays an important role in enhancing the overall space. Add elements like living room ceiling lights or spot lighting to illuminate the room or a piece of art. Browse through many living room images to define your style and create an inviting space.

Mr. Reji's Residence

Silpi Architects

An elegant 10,000 sq.ft residence in Kuruppampady designed along a gently sloping terrain blends in effortlessly with its surrounding landscape. Accessed from the east along the lower side of the slope, the residence conceived in 2 levels spreads across xx cents of land. Surrounded by buildings on all 3 sides, the house is designed with delicately merging in the exteriors to its interiors without compromising the privacy of the client. The client's desire to not have a large imposing structure on site lead to the proposal of large sloping roofs for the built mass to considerably scale down the structure and to resolve it as part of the extended landscape. The house is oriented towards outside, with the main feature being its ‘openness to the surrounding landscape’ with almost all the rooms opening into the exterior greens and all the terraces converted to green roofs, the house is a beautiful manifestation of achieving inside - outside relation through design.