Living Room with Light Hardwood Flooring, Cork Flooring, Tatami Flooring and All Types of Fireplace Surround Ideas and Designs

Inspiration for a contemporary cream and black living room in London with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a wood burning stove, a tiled fireplace surround and beige floors.

Design ideas for a contemporary enclosed living room in Kent with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall mounted tv and beige floors.

This eclectic living room is a bold celebration of character, creativity, and contrast. Bursting with personality, the space is layered with an array of unusual objects and sculptural furniture pieces, each with its own story and form. Colourful artwork energises the walls, while decorative items—collected, curated, and unexpected—fill every corner with charm and intrigue. At the heart of the room, two large green sofas face one another, anchoring the space with comfort and presence. Between them sits a custom-made marble coffee table—an elegant centrepiece with natural veining that adds depth and texture. A standout feature is the bespoke fireplace, designed in-house. With stepped marble detailing and a refined brass border, it blends contemporary craftsmanship with timeless materiality. The original Victorian detailing of the home remains intact, lovingly preserved and repainted to revive its classical beauty. The overall atmosphere is playful, fresh, and full of life—a confident mix of old and new, where historical charm meets bold artistic expression.

Inspiration for a large traditional formal open plan living room in London with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floors, panelled walls and a chimney breast.

The front reception room of this grade II listed building was retained with special arched joinery pieces added to help create a sense of depth to the space.

The formal lounge blends classic character with refined modern details, creating a welcoming yet sophisticated atmosphere. A pair of soft linen sofas arranged around a marble coffee table form the central seating area, set atop a richly patterned rug that anchors the space with warmth and tradition. Natural light pours in from the adjoining conservatory, where glass doors open to an additional sitting area overlooking the garden. Contemporary elements — such as the timber slatted feature wall, circular pendant light, and bespoke illuminated shelving — bring balance and texture, while curated artworks and plants add a personal, homely touch. The room flows effortlessly between old and new, formal and casual, making it ideal for both quiet retreats and family gatherings.

The brief was simple: give it life. The floors were sanded, repaired, and lightened. The warmer white applied to the walls paired nicely with the brighter floors. The glass balustrade for the staircase was replaced by a hip-high built-in library. Both bathrooms, although not photographed, were completely overhauled. New cupboards in both the master bedroom and guest bedroom bracket their respective pop of color: teal for the built-in desk in the guest bedroom and oak veneer for the drawers and shelves in the master bedroom.

The family room did not have a good connection with the dining hall. We made the original door into a cupboard, and formed a large opening to connect the spaces. The existing bookshelf was updated with new doors, and picture lights. the room was painted Farrow and Ball's 'Green Smoke', with architectural features highlighted in 'Downpipe'

This image features the main reception room, designed to exude a sense of formal elegance while providing a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. The room’s interior design is a testament to the intent of the company to blend classic elements with contemporary style. At the heart of the room is a traditional black marble fireplace, which anchors the space and adds a sense of grandeur. Flanking the fireplace are built-in shelving units painted in a soft grey, displaying a curated selection of decorative items and books that add a personal touch to the room. The shelves are also efficiently utilized with a discreetly integrated television, ensuring that functionality accompanies the room's aesthetics. Above, a dramatic modern chandelier with cascading white elements draws the eye upward to the detailed crown molding, highlighting the room’s high ceilings and the architectural beauty of the space. Luxurious white sofas offer ample seating, their clean lines and plush cushions inviting guests to relax. Accent armchairs with a bold geometric pattern introduce a dynamic contrast to the room, while a marble coffee table centers the seating area with its organic shape and material. The soft neutral color palette is enriched with textured throw pillows, and a large area rug in a light hue defines the seating area and adds a layer of warmth over the herringbone wood flooring. Draped curtains frame the window, softening the natural light that enhances the room’s airy feel. This reception room reflects the company’s design philosophy of creating spaces that are timeless and refined, yet functional and welcoming, showcasing a commitment to craftsmanship, detail, and harmonious design.

A calming and contemporary yet classic renovation to this existing living room with original period features, such as a cornice and traditional fireplace. The existing floors were sanded and stained to retain the natural grain, and a paint - plaster hybrid material was applied to the walls up to a natural picture rail line. The wall finish is textured thus creates movement of light across its surface. The alcove units and the coffee table are also bespoke and designed in house by Studio Hallett Ike.

This is an example of a classic living room in London with light hardwood flooring, a stone fireplace surround and a dado rail.

Bright light filled sitting room with stained glass windows
Medium sized classic living room in Kent with blue walls, light hardwood flooring, a wood burning stove, a stone fireplace surround, beige floors and feature lighting.

Mix of contemporary and traditional style to the formal sitting-room.
Large contemporary formal enclosed living room in London with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a ribbon fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv, beige floors, panelled walls and a chimney breast.

Design ideas for a contemporary open plan living room in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a ribbon fireplace, a timber clad chimney breast, a wall mounted tv and beige floors.

New painted timber French windows and shutters, at one end of the living room, open onto a roof terrace situated atop the rear extension. This overlooks and provides access to the rear garden. Photographer: Nick Smith

Salon de style haussmannien avec moulures élégantes au plafond et aux murs. La cheminée centrale est mise en valeur par des bibliothèques aériennes en bois et laiton doré.

The bespoke arched alcove joinery was inspired by the regency architecture of Brighton & Hove.
Inspiration for a large victorian formal enclosed living room in Sussex with green walls, light hardwood flooring, a wood burning stove, a stone fireplace surround and a chimney breast.

Chris Snook
Design ideas for a large classic enclosed living room in London with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, no tv and brown floors.

David Butler
Photo of a classic formal living room in London with a standard fireplace, white walls, light hardwood flooring and a stone fireplace surround.