Photography: Dustin Halleck

The French Door project - Chennai

Sunita Yogesh Studio

The Charming Cottage Home

Weespaces

Modern Rustic Estate

Swanson Homes

This warm and rustic home, set in the spacious Lakeview neighborhood, features incredible reclaimed wood accents from the vaulted ceiling beams connecting the great room and dining room to the wood mantel and other accents throughout.

3D Graphics Designer

Nbweb

Wayzata Dream Home Great Room

DESIGNS! - Susan Hoffman Interior Designs

Henfield, Bristol

David Hutton Interiors

90's Townhome Makeover

1st Impressions Design, LLC

Black and white trim and warm gray walls create transitional style in a small-space living room.

Living Room

JMDG Architecture | Planning + Interiors

Interior design by SOCO Interiors. Photography by Giovanni. Built by Stock Development.

Dana Webber Design Group

My first adventure in this forest, the site for the Narnia home, was in late-summer. Even in my sturdiest boots, I could not trek the whole site. My agile dog was better at finding a path between the rotting logs and over the dense ferns. I could not find the ground, let alone the edge of the fiddleback maple grove. My mind told me I was somewhere other than the south end of Bainbridge Island. I was in Narnia. I half-expected Mr. Tumnus to appear from around a tree- his scarf tied around his neck and a package under his arm. Lacking a magical wardrobe, our portal into Narnia was to be this beautiful home. For the next year, we wandered the 6-acre site in every season, imagining life in a future home. In fall, the maples dropped their paper-sized leaves, making a golden carpet. In spring, the fiddlehead ferns popped their curled heads out through the leaves. We conjured an image of the porch with its fireplace and sofas, and the kitchen-garden. We pictured grandkids running through the woods and later bundled-up watching outdoor movies. We formulated the view from the living room windows, as it would appear from different perspectives on the site. We put all these pieces together and came up with the perfect location for the house, each room responded to the site in its own way. The Narnia house is designed for generations of family members. One might be found in the kitchen, with their apron, baking cookies. One might be upstairs, designing high technology. One might be sewing—probably a gift for someone special. One might be getting the kayak ready to circumnavigate the island. One might be harvesting sweet peas. The house was designed for all this, and more. There is a special wall in the kitchen, with a series of photos- each a group photo of the last family gathering, consecutively larger. It is not a big house, by some standards. It is a house that is designed for intimacy. The kitchen tasks rotate around the island- anchored by the great stove that performs so many functions. The sink-wall, with its copious windows, faces south, the direction where daydreams and sunlight come from. The dining area- with an art wall at its head and French doors at its feet, borrows strength from the kitchen and the living room. In the living room itself, the dialog between the steel-balustered staircase, the concrete fireplace and the south windows is almost audible. Upstairs, the spaces achieve a perfect balance- with sleeping and working claiming their place at opposite ends, below the tall gables, with the fussy bits of bathing and toileting in-between. Downstairs, well, we need to ask Lucy and the Professor to tell us what happens there. In the Narnia books, the author brings the Pevensie children out of a troubled time in London, to a place not without its own danger, but a place of wonder and belonging. This home is that kind of place. It is a place where adventure and imagination hold hands and stroll through the forest together.

Kings Hall Road Project

Clare Elise Interiors

Stunning Living Room embracing the dark colours on the walls which is Inchyra Blue by Farrow and Ball. A retreat from the open plan kitchen/diner/snug that provides an evening escape for the adults. Teal and Coral Pinks were used as accents as well as warm brass metals to keep the space inviting and cosy.

Transitional Kitchen and First Floor Flock Remodel - Naperville

Redstart Construction, Inc.

Picture Perfect House

Our Work

Energysavers & FireplaceStars.com

DSLakeEllynViewIsSweet

Amy Storm & Company

Wall Paint Color: Benjamin Moore Paper White Paint Trim: Benjamin Moore White Heron Joe Kwon Photography

Copper Crest

Keith Wing Custom Builders

Matthew Niemann Photography www.matthewniemann.com

Transitional Living Room

Sloans Side

Ejay Interiors

Remodel Revived

Traci Connell Interiors

3,06,459 Transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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.