Contemporary living room in Hampshire with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

The seating area in the open plan kitchen diner of our Wandsworth Common Family Home is positioned near to the Crittal style aluminium sliding doors to make the most of the view of the garden

Photo of a medium sized traditional living room in Surrey with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floors.

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 living room in Other with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a wall mounted tv, beige floors and wood walls.

An open and minimal space—perfect for family life, where the kids can pull out their toys and stay connected to the kitchen. By evening, it transforms into a cosy retreat for music and relaxation. A bespoke wall unit houses the owners’ extensive vinyl collection. The deep plywood window seat invites you to pause and take in the view, with built-in drawers providing smart storage for toys and everyday clutter. A natural material palette, accented with pops of colour, keeps the space warm and inviting, while slatted panels enhance acoustic comfort in this open-plan setting.

Inspiration for a nautical living room in Devon with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and exposed beams.

A Parisian inspired elegant sitting room, with pink sofa, green Italian vintage arm chairs, mid century display coffee table, Studio Ashby rug, pink chandelier, mid century artwork

We solved the issue of the ‘walk through room’ by making the space as enticing as possible, to draw you back into the seating area to enjoy the TV snug. Using warm tones and curves help to soften the flow of the room. Adding interest with textured walls and oversize artwork, create focal points.

Traditional living room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

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This is an example of a contemporary grey and black open plan living room in London with grey walls, a wood burning stove, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

A cozy yet spacious lounge designed for relaxation, with natural light and subtle textures creating a warm, inviting atmosphere that complements the open-plan layout.

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.

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.

Interior Designer: Ida Wadhams Ltd, Photographer: Ryan Wicks
Inspiration for a contemporary living room in London with beige walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

Photo of an eclectic living room in Cornwall with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors, exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling.

Inspiration for a contemporary living room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary grey and brown open plan living room in London with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a wall mounted tv and brown floors.

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'