Eclectic Living Room with Light Hardwood Flooring, Painted Wood Flooring and Brick Flooring Ideas and Designs

This study room was created by removing a wall and replacing it with Crittall style folding glass doors opening up the space making it feel much larger. We built wall to wall, floor to ceiling bookcases for the client's many books and created a faux fireplace painted to look like black marble. A large white silk lamp shade hangs from the ceiling. A Gallery wall of art work and a mid century burnt orange wingback chair complete the room.

The client fell in love with this colour green so we decided to fully lean in and envelop the space in its cosy embrace. As with so many projects a key thing for this client was storage so we created some built-in cupboards and shelves in the existing alcoves and painted these in a complementary green satin paint to bounce the light around. There are quirky objects and art aplenty in this room, the lighting is a nod to the client’s childhood favourite author, P G Wodehouse, others are displayed with the client’s large collection of interior design books. The client felt that using sustainable options was important, so I sourced all the furniture from second hand sources. The sideboard was a bargain from Facebook Marketplace that was stripped back, paint washed and given new hardware. The footstool provides extra seating, was reupholstered to complement the scheme and doubles as a coffee table with a tray on top. The antique display cupboard came from the client’s childhood home and houses more treasured objects.

Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian formal living room in Sussex with green walls, painted wood flooring, a wood burning stove, a metal fireplace surround and grey floors.

This is an example of a bohemian living room in London with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace and beige floors.

Design ideas for an eclectic living room in London with brown walls, painted wood flooring, a standard fireplace, no tv and grey floors.

The Brief This project aimed to redefine the home’s functionality and atmosphere by moving away from uniform room proportions, creating a more dynamic spatial experience. The primary objectives were to maximise natural light in key areas, particularly the central staircase and kitchen, and to optimise room sizes while maintaining a cohesive flow. A crucial aspect of the brief involved navigating planning constraints to extend the kitchen space, ensuring it became more practical and inviting for family life. The Design To address the limited daylight, a full-length glass roof was installed over the expanded kitchen, flooding the space with natural light and transforming it into the heart of the home. For the central staircase, a large roof light was introduced, paired with a glass staircase, allowing sunlight to cascade down to the ground floor. The design embraced a raw yet inviting aesthetic by exposing construction details such as bricks, joists, and floorboards, adding texture and warmth to the interiors. This was further complemented by oversized, curvaceous furniture, which softened the industrial elements and enhanced the home’s inviting feel. An unexpected architectural highlight is the double-height void between the first and top floors, which adds visual drama and enhances the sense of openness. These carefully considered interventions transformed the house into a vibrant, light-filled space that meets the family’s needs while elevating its architectural character.

Open-plan Living Space, London
Photo of a large eclectic open plan living room in London with a home bar, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a built-in media unit, beige floors and feature lighting.

A sophisticated living room that blends classic and contemporary elements, featuring a deep navy tufted velvet sofa styled with patterned cushions for added texture. Soft lighting from a sleek table lamp creates a warm and inviting ambiance, while a mix of framed artwork adds character to the neutral walls. A blush-toned ottoman introduces a subtle pop of color, complemented by a reflective glass coffee table that enhances the room’s light and openness. Thoughtfully layered textures and refined details create a polished yet comfortable space ideal for relaxing or entertaining.

Photo of a medium sized eclectic formal open plan living room in Gothenburg with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and no tv.

Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic open plan living room in Madrid with a home bar, white walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and no tv.

Black steel double doors were used to unify the existing floating stairs with the more rustic modern look that our client wanted.
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic cream and black open plan living room in Sussex with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

Photo: Irra Ariella Khi © 2014 Houzz
Eclectic living room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and a freestanding tv.

Starting with a blank canvass, our brief was to turn an unloved sitting room and entrance into a dazzling, eclectic space, for both entertaining and the everyday. Working closely with our client, we proposed a scheme that would mix vintage and modern elements to create an air of worldly elegance with lavish details. From our voluptuous bespoke velvet banquette to the vintage Hollywood regency coffee table, each piece was carefully selected to create a rich, layered and harmonious design.

Chris Snook
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic open plan living room in London with blue walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and a dado rail.

Royal Blue reception room - Jonathan Shilton
Medium sized bohemian formal enclosed living room in London with blue walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround, a freestanding tv and beige floors.

Foto: Claudia Georgi © 2015 Houzz
Photo of a medium sized eclectic formal enclosed living room in Berlin with white walls, light hardwood flooring and no fireplace.

Bohemian living room in London with grey walls and painted wood flooring.

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Design ideas for a large bohemian formal open plan living room in Malaga with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, no fireplace and no tv.

Occasional Chair, London
This is an example of a medium sized bohemian formal open plan living room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring, no tv, beige floors and a coffered ceiling.