Living Room with Vinyl Flooring, Limestone Flooring and a Wooden Fireplace Surround Ideas and Designs

A comfortable Drawing room including custom sofas in a smart herringbone Thibaut stain resistant fabric arranged around a glass coffee table from Tom Faulkner. The Mirror over the fireplace conceals a TV, meaning that the space is ideal for both family time and entertaining.

Carla Atley
Medium sized coastal open plan living room in Perth with white walls, limestone flooring, a standard fireplace, a wooden fireplace surround and a wall mounted tv.

Rich dark sitting room with a nod to the mid-century. Rich and indulgent this is a room for relaxing in a dramatic moody room
Medium sized contemporary enclosed living room feature wall in Berkshire with a music area, blue walls, vinyl flooring, a wood burning stove, a wooden fireplace surround, a built-in media unit, brown floors and wallpapered walls.

Project Overview Surman Crescent, Hutton, Essex Residential Design and Project Management 20 square meter snug room Full room renovation, including layout redesign, custom joinery, and complete decoration Primary Challenge: Transform a newly separated room into a cosy, functional family space celebrating Victorian-inspired design Client Brief Initial Requirements - Create a warm, luxurious family space for evening relaxation - Incorporate Victorian-style design elements - Preserve and highlight the period-style fireplace - Incorporate substantial book storage - Accommodate plants and greenery - Design a space primarily for evening relaxation, reading, and TV viewing Style Preferences - Color palette: Greens and golds - Materials: Florals and velvets - Style direction: Victorian-inspired with contemporary and transitional elements - Practical considerations: Dog-friendly, washable materials Design Process Site Analysis The space was originally connected to the kitchen but had been separated during a recent extension project. This created an opportunity to reimagine the room's purpose while respecting its Victorian heritage. Key Challenges 1. **Layout Optimization** - Door swing creating awkward sightlines and flow - Radiator placement restricting furniture options - TV placement and viewing angles - Integration of temporary desk space 2. **Storage Solutions** - Extensive book collection requiring accessible storage - Balance between open and closed storage needs Solutions Implemented Architectural Changes - Reversed door swing direction to improve flow and sightlines - Relocated radiator to accommodate optimal furniture placement - Installed bespoke alcove cabinetry with adjustable shelving - Wall-mounted TV for space efficiency Design Elements - Custom joinery painted to match room scheme - Fireplace mantle integrated with cabinetry color - Aged glass statement chandelier with matching mirror - Hexagonal green marble coffee table - Velvet green textured sofa and loveseat - Floral accent lampshades - Gold-paneled sideboard - Warm-toned wood effect LVT flooring Technical Improvements - Complete room rewiring - New plastering throughout - Professional decoration Budget Considerations - Prioritized key elements like custom joinery and statement lighting - Made strategic compromises on curtain fabrics - Postponed Victorian coving installation for future enhancement Results and Impact Aesthetic Achievement The room successfully balances multiple focal points: - Statement chandelier reflecting in aged glass mirror - Victorian fireplace as central feature - Decorative wallpaper creating visual interest - Custom cabinetry providing architectural framework - Luxurious velvet furnishings adding texture and comfort Functional Success - Created dedicated evening relaxation space - Integrated substantial book storage - Improved room flow and accessibility - Enhanced natural light through mirror placement - Incorporated plant life for biophilic elements Client Feedback The transformation has exceeded expectations, with the client reporting frequent use of the space and consistent positive feedback from visitors. The room has become a favorite gathering space in the home, successfully achieving its intended purpose as a cozy family snug. Material Specifications ### Key Elements - Wall Treatment: Floral pattern wallpaper - Flooring: Wood-effect Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) - Custom Joinery: Built-in alcove units with adjustable shelving - Lighting: Aged glass chandelier - Mirror: Matching aged glass frame - Seating: Green velvet sofa and loveseat - Accent Furniture: Gold-paneled sideboard, green marble hexagonal coffee table - Window Treatment: Custom curtains in coordinating fabric

This is an example of a small eclectic enclosed living room in Wiltshire with green walls, vinyl flooring, a standard fireplace, a wooden fireplace surround, a wall mounted tv and beige floors.

Exposed Victorian fireplace painted in Farrow and Balls Downpipe. The fireplace has been styled with mid century vases which are complemented by the overmantel mirror To see more visit: https://www.greta-mae.co.uk/interior-design-projects

Eclectic living room in a Victorian property with a large bay window, high ceilings, log burner fire, herringbone flooring and a gallery wall. Bold blue paint colour and iron chandelier.

An Edwardian Living Room renovation in Nottingham. Retaining as many period features as possible, this room was given an uplift to create a bright modern space with plenty of charcater. Mixing antiques with mid-century, contemporary and reclaimed elements creates a perfectly curated, laid-back style with plenty of character and personality.

Despite being mounted on an internal wall, the kitchen sink still has a view and natural light, thanks to the internal glazing unit
Traditional living room in London with limestone flooring, grey walls and a wooden fireplace surround.

Eclectic living room in a Victorian property with a large bay window, high ceilings, log burner fire, herringbone flooring and a gallery wall. Bold blue paint colour and iron chandelier.

Drawing room with custom upholstery, Chesney's gas fire and a mirror over the mantlepiece which conceals the TV.
Inspiration for a large traditional formal enclosed living room in West Midlands with beige walls, limestone flooring, a wood burning stove, a wooden fireplace surround, a wall mounted tv and brown floors.

In this nautical themed reading room, ‘Dijon’ tumbled limestone floor tiles complete the coastal look. 'Dijon’ limestone is supplied by Stones of Croatia, Loughborough, UK. Please feel welcome to contact us for more information & pricing, either by phone on +44 (0)1509 412007 or by email: sales@stonesofcroatia.co.uk Photograph by Joshua Fernandez.

Harvey Maria Dee Hardwicke luxury vinyl tile flooring, shown here in Lattice Cherry Red zoned with Venetian Red Little Bricks - also available in 5 other colours - waterproof and hard wearing, suitable for all areas of the home. Photo courtesy of Harvey Maria.

A careful yet fresh colour palette creates a series of bright and modern rooms for this luxury home. Ornaments and plants add personality with sumptuous materials used for a sophisticated finish. Photo Credit: Robert Mills

A dark and moody room painted in Farrow and Balls Downpipe which complements the Mid Century furniture and accessories. To see more visit: https://www.greta-mae.co.uk/interior-design-projects

A careful yet fresh colour palette creates a series of bright and modern rooms for this luxury home. Ornaments and plants add personality with sumptuous materials used for a sophisticated finish. Photo Credit: Robert Mills

Eclectic living room in a Victorian property with a large bay window, high ceilings, log burner fire, herringbone flooring and a gallery wall. Bold blue paint colour and iron chandelier.

Inspiration for a large mediterranean open plan living room in Other with beige walls, limestone flooring, a standard fireplace, a wooden fireplace surround and beige floors.

Carla Atley
Medium sized beach style open plan living room in Perth with white walls, limestone flooring, a standard fireplace, a wooden fireplace surround and a wall mounted tv.