Open Plan Living Room with Grey Walls Ideas and Designs
McLean QuinlanNestled into a hillside, this timber-framed family home enjoys uninterrupted views out across the countryside of the North Downs. A newly built property, it is an elegant fusion of traditional crafts and materials with contemporary design.
Our clients had a vision for a modern sustainable house with practical yet beautiful interiors, a home with character that quietly celebrates the details. For example, where uniformity might have prevailed, over 1000 handmade pegs were used in the construction of the timber frame.
The building consists of three interlinked structures enclosed by a flint wall. The house takes inspiration from the local vernacular, with flint, black timber, clay tiles and roof pitches referencing the historic buildings in the area.
The structure was manufactured offsite using highly insulated preassembled panels sourced from sustainably managed forests. Once assembled onsite, walls were finished with natural clay plaster for a calming indoor living environment.
Timber is a constant presence throughout the house. At the heart of the building is a green oak timber-framed barn that creates a warm and inviting hub that seamlessly connects the living, kitchen and ancillary spaces. Daylight filters through the intricate timber framework, softly illuminating the clay plaster walls.
Along the south-facing wall floor-to-ceiling glass panels provide sweeping views of the landscape and open on to the terrace.
A second barn-like volume staggered half a level below the main living area is home to additional living space, a study, gym and the bedrooms.
The house was designed to be entirely off-grid for short periods if required, with the inclusion of Tesla powerpack batteries. Alongside underfloor heating throughout, a mechanical heat recovery system, LED lighting and home automation, the house is highly insulated, is zero VOC and plastic use was minimised on the project.
Outside, a rainwater harvesting system irrigates the garden and fields and woodland below the house have been rewilded.
Warren French InteriorsA coastal Scandinavian renovation project, combining a Victorian seaside cottage with Scandi design. We wanted to create a modern, open-plan living space but at the same time, preserve the traditional elements of the house that gave it it's character.
Juliet Murphy PhotographyInspiration for a medium sized traditional formal open plan living room in London with grey walls, light hardwood flooring and a wall mounted tv.
Blocc InteriorsDesign ideas for a contemporary open plan living room in London with grey walls, a wall mounted tv, white floors and wallpapered walls.
Imperfect InteriorsWe added oak herringbone parquet, new fire surrounds, wall lights, velvet sofas & vintage lighting to the double aspect living room in this Isle of Wight holiday home
Unique HomestaysThis is an example of a small farmhouse open plan living room curtain in Other with a reading nook, grey walls, slate flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a concealed tv and grey floors.
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Rose Narmani InteriorsA living area designed by Rose Narmani Interiors for a North London project. A natural colour scheme with a warmer colour accent
This is an example of a large contemporary open plan living room in London with grey walls and a built-in media unit.
This is an example of a large contemporary open plan living room in London with grey walls and a built-in media unit.
Oksana ButmanThis is an example of a medium sized contemporary formal open plan living room curtain in London with grey walls and a wall mounted tv.
Simpson & VoyleThis 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.
KBG DesignInspiration for a medium sized traditional open plan living room in San Francisco with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, brown floors and a wall mounted tv.
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTSNew 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
Alfred House Interior DesignInspiration for a medium sized contemporary open plan living room in London with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a built-in media unit and grey floors.
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Beachy Boheme InteriorsThis living room got an upgraded look with the help of new paint, furnishings, fireplace tiling and the installation of a bar area. Our clients like to party and they host very often... so they needed a space off the kitchen where adults can make a cocktail and have a conversation while listening to music. We accomplished this with conversation style seating around a coffee table. We designed a custom built-in bar area with wine storage and beverage fridge, and floating shelves for storing stemware and glasses. The fireplace also got an update with beachy glazed tile installed in a herringbone pattern and a rustic pine mantel. The homeowners are also love music and have a large collection of vinyl records. We commissioned a custom record storage cabinet from Hansen Concepts which is a piece of art and a conversation starter of its own. The record storage unit is made of raw edge wood and the drawers are engraved with the lyrics of the client's favorite songs. It's a masterpiece and will be an heirloom for sure.
O’Hara InteriorsAll furnishings are available through Martha O'Hara Interiors. www.oharainteriors.com
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Swanson HomesSpacecrafting
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional open plan living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and a built-in media unit.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional open plan living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and a built-in media unit.
Homestead Stove CompanyPhoto of a large modern open plan living room in Portland with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a ribbon fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and a wall mounted tv.
Design HarmonyThis great room is stunning!
Tall wood windows and doors, exposed trusses and the private view make the room a perfect blank canvas.
The room was lacking contrast, lighting, window treatments and functional furniture to make the space usable by the entire family.
By creating custom furniture we maximized seating while keeping the furniture scale within proportion for the room.
New carpet, beautiful herringbone fabric wallpaper and a very long console to house the children's toys rounds out this spectacular room.
Photo Credit: Holland Photography - Cory Holland - hollandphotography.biz
Jordan Iverson Signature HomesAn industrial modern design + build project placed among the trees at the top of a hill. More projects at www.IversonSignatureHomes.com
2012 KaDa Photography
Open Plan Living Room with Grey Walls Ideas and Designs
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