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Chiswick Town House
Chiswick Town House
Luisa Barnes Interior DesignLuisa Barnes Interior Design
The living room at this Chiswick Town House was given a refresh with a new sofa, chair, ottoman, side tables, table lamps, floor lamp , cushions and accessories. An existing chair was reupholstered to fit with the new scheme.
Dulwich Home
Dulwich Home
Cathy van Abbe - Soft FurnishingsCathy van Abbe - Soft Furnishings
In the living room handmade, pinch pleat interlined curtains on a bespoke wrought iron curtain pole. Voile privacy, cafe panels fitted on discreet white poles.
Winchmore Hill Renovation
Winchmore Hill Renovation
JLArchitectureJLArchitecture
Inspiration for a traditional living room in London with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a freestanding tv and brown floors.
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Park Crescent
Park Crescent
Decoroom LtdDecoroom Ltd
Photo of a traditional living room in London.
North London Project
North London Project
Narulas Design Studio Ltd.Narulas Design Studio Ltd.
Photo of a traditional living room in Other.
Drax
Drax
Pablo Salgueiro Architectural PhotographerPablo Salgueiro Architectural Photographer
Photo of a traditional living room in Other.
Home living areas
Home living areas
Ben G Waller PhotographyBen G Waller Photography
Photo of a traditional living room in Sussex.
Highgate Full Renovation
Highgate Full Renovation
LLI DesignLLI Design
This is an example of a traditional living room in London.
Higher Mapstone
Higher Mapstone
Sue Vaughton Photography & DesignSue Vaughton Photography & Design
This is an example of a traditional living room in Devon.
Richmond House
Richmond House
BroseleyBroseley
We completed a full modernisation and remodelling of this incredible Grade II* listed property in Richmond. Complete with period features, rustic beams and large windows, which fill this family home with light.
Formal Lounge
Formal Lounge
AD Interiors LtdAD Interiors Ltd
Photo of a classic living room in Buckinghamshire.
Franche Court Road
Franche Court Road
Aura ArchitectureAura Architecture
Photo of a classic living room in London.
Grade II listed Islington Georgian Townhouse
Grade II listed Islington Georgian Townhouse
Emilie Fournet InteriorsEmilie Fournet Interiors
The drawing room and library with striking Georgian features such as full height sash windows, marble fireplace and tall ceilings. Bespoke shelves for book, desk and sofa make it a social yet contemplative space.
Tarporley Apartment
Tarporley Apartment
Holla DesignHolla Design
This is an example of a classic living room in Cheshire.
The Camberwell House
The Camberwell House
Fraher & Findlay Architects LtdFraher & Findlay Architects Ltd
Photo of a traditional enclosed living room in London with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, no tv and brown floors.
West Dulwich Family Home
West Dulwich Family Home
Imperfect InteriorsImperfect Interiors
The sitting room in this family home in West Dulwich was opened up to the kitchen and the dining area of the lateral extension to create one large family room. A pair of matching velvet sofas & mohair velvet armchairs created a nice seating area around the newly installed fireplace and a large rug helped to zone the space
Maida Vale in Focus: Realization Through the Lens
Maida Vale in Focus: Realization Through the Lens
Studio 212 ltdStudio 212 ltd
Maida Vale Apartment in Photos: A Visual Journey Tucked away in the serene enclave of Maida Vale, London, lies an apartment that stands as a testament to the harmonious blend of eclectic modern design and traditional elegance, masterfully brought to life by Jolanta Cajzer of Studio 212. This transformative journey from a conventional space to a breathtaking interior is vividly captured through the lens of the acclaimed photographer, Tom Kurek, and further accentuated by the vibrant artworks of Kris Cieslak. The apartment's architectural canvas showcases tall ceilings and a layout that features two cozy bedrooms alongside a lively, light-infused living room. The design ethos, carefully curated by Jolanta Cajzer, revolves around the infusion of bright colors and the strategic placement of mirrors. This thoughtful combination not only magnifies the sense of space but also bathes the apartment in a natural light that highlights the meticulous attention to detail in every corner. Furniture selections strike a perfect harmony between the vivacity of modern styles and the grace of classic elegance. Artworks in bold hues stand in conversation with timeless timber and leather, creating a rich tapestry of textures and styles. The inclusion of soft, plush furnishings, characterized by their modern lines and chic curves, adds a layer of comfort and contemporary flair, inviting residents and guests alike into a warm embrace of stylish living. Central to the living space, Kris Cieslak's artworks emerge as focal points of colour and emotion, bridging the gap between the tangible and the imaginative. Featured prominently in both the living room and bedroom, these paintings inject a dynamic vibrancy into the apartment, mirroring the life and energy of Maida Vale itself. The art pieces not only complement the interior design but also narrate a story of inspiration and creativity, making the apartment a living gallery of modern artistry. Photographed with an eye for detail and a sense of spatial harmony, Tom Kurek's images capture the essence of the Maida Vale apartment. Each photograph is a window into a world where design, art, and light converge to create an ambience that is both visually stunning and deeply comforting. This Maida Vale apartment is more than just a living space; it's a showcase of how contemporary design, when intertwined with artistic expression and captured through skilled photography, can create a home that is both a sanctuary and a source of inspiration. It stands as a beacon of style, functionality, and artistic collaboration, offering a warm welcome to all who enter. Hashtags: #JolantaCajzerDesign #TomKurekPhotography #KrisCieslakArt #EclecticModern #MaidaValeStyle #LondonInteriors #BrightAndBold #MirrorMagic #SpaceEnhancement #ModernMeetsTraditional #VibrantLivingRoom #CozyBedrooms #ArtInDesign #DesignTransformation #UrbanChic #ClassicElegance #ContemporaryFlair #StylishLiving #TrendyInteriors #LuxuryHomesLondon
Best of Gallery
Best of Gallery
Pineapple InteriorsPineapple Interiors
Design ideas for a classic living room in London.
Chealsea Apartment
Chealsea Apartment
Dcondo DesignDcondo Design
Traditional living room in London.

Traditional Living Room Ideas and Designs

Looking for traditional living room ideas? Whether your living room is lacklustre, your lounge is limited in space, your sitting room is suffering from outdated decor or your front room is full of clutter, there are traditional living room ideas and designs that will inspire you to breathe life into your living space. Discover small living room ideas to help maximise tiny spaces or classic layout ideas that will work with awkward shaped living rooms. Perhaps you’re struggling to decide on living room colours? Read on for help with colours, layout and design ideas, or find inspiration from the millions of living room photos on Houzz.

Traditional Living room wallpaper ideas

A good place to start when it comes to redesigning your living room is with the walls. While paint may seem the simplest choice, and easy to change, don’t discredit the design opportunities of traditional wallpaper in living rooms. There are tons of great living room wallpaper ideas, from modern geometric patterns to traditional florals, and loads of ways to use them – you don’t have to cover the whole room or go for the ubiquitous feature wall. You could wallpaper only above the dado rail (if you have one), either side of a chimney breast, or behind a shelving unit to give your displayed items a stylish backdrop. Discover more living room wallpaper ideas or if paint is more your style, there’s plenty of living room designs to discover when it comes to paint ideas; just browse through the huge selection of classic living photos and search for the specific paint you’re after if you really want to narrow it down.

Small living room ideas

When it comes to our living room design, we want it to feel as welcoming and personality-filled as possible, but that can be a struggle when we’re working with a small space. But not to fear, there are traditional small living room ideas to help you make most out of what you’re working with. A couple of classic small living room ideas can include: working with the height you have – installing floor-to-ceiling bookshelves or drawing the eye to the top of the walls with wallpaper; choosing space-saving or storage-incorporating (or both!) furniture, such as corner sofas with storage space under the chaise longue section; and keeping things symmetrical – a central fireplace with seating opposite, or seats facing each other, can give the illusion of a larger, more grand room. When it comes to the best decor for traditional small living rooms, you can either choose to keep things light and airy to open up the space, or embrace the cosiness of the smaller area you have by going for warm colours and filling the room with your favourite accessories.

Living room layouts and choosing the right classic living room furniture

When it comes to the layout of your traditional living room, it will depend on what pieces of furniture you have – but how do you choose what living room furniture to add, whether you’re refreshing your living room design or starting from scratch? The best place to start is with the traditional seating – one corner sofa will usually seat three to four people, and if that’s all you think you’ll need, then you can leave it at that. Placing your sofa along the longest wall helps to make the most of the space, but think about where you want the focus of the room to be, too. If you need more seating, look at elegant armchairs that offer comfort but don’t take up too much space – cramming a room with too many large armchairs is something to avoid. But armchairs and sofas don’t have to be your only options – go for bean bags and floor cushions for an eclectic feel, pouffes and ottomans if you’re more traditional, and smart design chairs for contemporary living room ideas. Coffee tables are always handy, but you can always add a couple of traditional side tables if you don’t want to clutter the central space in front of seating with anything. If you centre your living room design around a fireplace or TV, then you might want storage and shelving to feature around the focus of your room. There are plenty of style options when it comes to TV units, and you can even go for bespoke living room storage units to make the most of the space if you want a sleek, built-in look. Keep reading below for more living room storage ideas. Discover a huge range of elegant living room furniture, as well as living room accessories, to help you finish your room design.

Living room design ideas

Struggling with what living room colours to choose, or what style to go with? While a grey living room design is popular at the moment, you might not want to go with the ubiquitous colour. Although, if neutral and contemporary are the living room ideas you’re after, a grey sofa or grey walls will give you a good base to work on. If you want to stay neutral, beige is not your only other option, either. Light yellows, taupes and soft greys will work. Why not try adding simple but plush cushions to your sofa and a rug in these colours to achieve a modern-traditional look? For contemporary living room ideas, dark blues and greens are on trend, but if you don’t want to dive straight into the dark wall trend, you could opt for a couple of pieces of furniture, or go for dark-hued living room accessories instead. Whites, woods and pastels could work well for Scandinavian living room designs. If an eclectic living room is what you’re after, you could go for large print wallpaper, a statement lighting piece, vibrant rug and lots of colourful book or ornament displays. For a country feel, rustic carpet, stone hearths, comfy armchairs and traditional patterns in creams, greens and browns will give you that cosy cottage feel.

Living room storage ideas

It’s natural that our living rooms tend to attract lots of items and belongings seeing as they act as multipurpose living spaces. Whether you love to read a book; watch a film; let your children play with their toys; practise a craft like knitting or drawing; play a musical instrument or play video games in your sitting room, there will always be a need for a few extra classic living room ideas that can help you with storage. Apart from the standard bookcases, side tables and TV units, there are a few other handy living room storage ideas you can invest in. As mentioned before, if you have the room and budget for it, a built-in storage unit could be the way forward. With a well-built unit you could hide your TV, DVDs, players, books, video consoles and all sorts away in one place. If you don’t quite have a large enough area for one, you could look at shelving – either side of the chimney breast is a great place to install shelving if you have one in your living room. And don’t forget traditional living room furniture such as sofas, benches and ottomans that lift up to reveal hidden storage; providing seating and storing space at the same time. With the right storage solutions your classic living room design could open up and feel so much more spacious and stylish. Discover more living room storage ideas by browsing these photos. Once you have your traditional living room storage, colours, design, layout and furniture sorted, all that’s left is to browse the millions of living room ideas on Houzz and save your favourites to an ideabook. If you’re still searching for specific living room ideas, check out the popular pages below:
Barnes Townhouse
Barnes Townhouse
Robin Quarrelle PhotographyRobin Quarrelle Photography
Inspiration for a classic living room in Other.
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