Turquoise Open Plan Living Room Ideas and Designs
John Kraemer & SonsBuilder: John Kraemer & Sons | Building Architecture: Charlie & Co. Design | Interiors: Martha O'Hara Interiors | Photography: Landmark Photography
This is an example of a medium sized classic open plan living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall mounted tv and brown floors.
This is an example of a medium sized classic open plan living room in Minneapolis with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, a wall mounted tv and brown floors.
Coats HomesMedium sized eclectic open plan living room in Dallas with a reading nook, green walls, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, brown floors, a stone fireplace surround and no tv.
Aspect Design BuildInspiration for a large contemporary formal open plan living room in Minneapolis with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a ribbon fireplace, no tv, brown floors and a wooden fireplace surround.
Anders Lasater Architectsphoto by Chad Mellon
Design ideas for a large nautical grey and cream open plan living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a vaulted ceiling, a wood ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
Design ideas for a large nautical grey and cream open plan living room in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a vaulted ceiling, a wood ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
Loloi RugsInspiration for a mediterranean open plan living room in Dallas with white walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Milgard Windows & DoorsThe Kiguchi family moved into their Austin, Texas home in 1994. Built in the 1980’s as part of a neighborhood development, they happily raised their family here but longed for something more contemporary. Once they became empty nesters, they decided it was time for a major remodel. After spending many years visiting Austin AIA Home Tours that highlight contemporary residential architecture, they had a lot of ideas and in 2013 were ready to interview architects and get their renovation underway.
The project turned into a major remodel due to an unstable foundation. Architects Ben Arbib and Ed Hughey, of Arbib Hughey Design were hired to solve the structural issue and look for inspiration in the bones of the house, which sat on top of a hillside and was surrounded by great views.
Unfortunately, with the old floor plan, the beautiful views were hidden by small windows that were poorly placed. In order to bring more natural light into the house the window sizes and configurations had to be addressed, all while keeping in mind the homeowners desire for a modern look and feel.
To achieve a more contemporary and sophisticated front of house, a new entry was designed that included removing a two-story bay window and porch. The entrance of the home also became more integrated with the landscape creating a template for new foliage to be planted. Older exterior materials were updated to incorporate a more muted palette of colors with a metal roof, dark grey siding in the back and white stucco in the front. Deep eaves were added over many of the new large windows for clean lines and sun protection.
“Inside it was about opening up the floor plan, expanding the views throughout the house, and updating the material palette to get a modern look that was also warm and inviting,” said Ben from Arbib Hughey Design. “Prior to the remodel, the house had the typical separation of rooms. We removed the walls between them and changed all of the windows to Milgard Thermally Improved Aluminum to connect the inside with the outside. No matter where you are you get nice views and natural light.”
The architects wanted to create some drama, which they accomplished with the window placement and opening up the interior floor plan to an open concept approach. Cabinetry was used to help delineate intimate spaces. To add warmth to an all-white living room, white-washed oak wood floors were installed and pine planks were used around the fireplace. The large windows served as artwork bringing the color of nature into the space.
An octagon shaped, elevated dining room, (named “the turret”), had a big impact on the design of the house. They architects rounded the corners and added larger window openings overlooking a new sunken garden. The great room was also softened by rounding out the corners and that circular theme continued throughout the house, being picked up in skylight wells and kitchen cabinetry. A staircase leading to a catwalk was added and the result was a two-story window wall that flooded the home with natural light.
When asked why Milgard® Thermally Improved Aluminum windows were selected, the architectural team listed many reasons:
1) Aesthetics: “We liked the slim profiles and narrow sightlines. The window frames never get in the way of the view and that was important to us. They also have a very contemporary look that went well with our design.”
2) Options: “We liked that we could get large sliding doors that matched the windows, giving us a very cohesive look and feel throughout the project.”
3) Cost Effective: “Milgard windows are affordable. You get a good product at a good price.”
4) Custom Sizes: “Milgard windows are customizable, which allowed us to get the right window for each location.”
Ready to take on your own traditional to modern home remodeling project? Arbib Hughey Design advises, “Work with a good architect. That means picking a team that is creative, communicative, listens well and is responsive. We think it’s important for an architect to listen to their clients and give them something they want, not something the architect thinks they should have. At the same time you want an architect who is willing and able to think outside the box and offer up design options that you may not have considered. Design is about a lot of back and forth, trying out ideas, getting feedback and trying again.”
The home was completely transformed into a unique, contemporary house perfectly integrated with its site. Internally the home has a natural flow for the occupants and externally it is integrated with the surroundings taking advantage of great natural light. As a side note, it was highly praised as part of the Austin AIA homes tour.
B.O.B. - Beyond Ordinary Boundaries ArchitectureInspiration for a large contemporary open plan living room in Richmond with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround, a wall mounted tv and feature lighting.
YZDA | Yoshida + Zanon Design AtriumPeter Rymwid Photography
Photo of a medium sized modern open plan living room in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace, a wall mounted tv, slate flooring and a stone fireplace surround.
Photo of a medium sized modern open plan living room in New York with white walls, a standard fireplace, a wall mounted tv, slate flooring and a stone fireplace surround.
Polay InteriorsSmall classic formal open plan living room in Chicago with green walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, no tv, brown floors, a coffered ceiling and wallpapered walls.
LiadesignLiadesign
This is an example of a medium sized scandi open plan living room in Milan with a reading nook, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood flooring and a wall mounted tv.
This is an example of a medium sized scandi open plan living room in Milan with a reading nook, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood flooring and a wall mounted tv.
M2 Design GroupCharles Lauersdorf
Realty Pro Shots
This is an example of a contemporary open plan living room in Orange County with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a ribbon fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround, a built-in media unit and brown floors.
This is an example of a contemporary open plan living room in Orange County with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a ribbon fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround, a built-in media unit and brown floors.
Mission Accomplished Interior Design & StagingThe living room is the centerpiece for this farm animal chic apartment, blending urban, modern & rustic in a uniquely Dallas feel.
Photography by Anthony Ford Photography and Tourmaxx Real Estate Media
Sun West Custom Homes LLCspacious living room with large isokern fireplace and beautiful granite monolith,
Photo of a large contemporary open plan living room in Las Vegas with travertine flooring, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround, a wall mounted tv, white walls and beige floors.
Photo of a large contemporary open plan living room in Las Vegas with travertine flooring, a standard fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround, a wall mounted tv, white walls and beige floors.
Dixon ProjectsBlack steel railings pop against exposed brick walls. Exposed wood beams with recessed lighting and exposed ducts create an industrial-chic living space.
L. Hamilton & Co. - DwellInspiration for a medium sized classic open plan living room in Miami with blue walls, ceramic flooring, no fireplace, a freestanding tv and white floors.
D'AlanThis gorgeous painting depicts the Nautilus Family huddled together in the embrace of love and affection. The family heritage and its lineage carries on.
South Florida artist, David Alan Sincavage, is known mostly online by his signature nom de guerre, D'Alan.
New Perspective Design, Inc.An unusual loft space gets a multifunctional design with movable furnishings to create a flexible and adaptable space for a family with three young children.
Arthur Bonnet FranceLa cuisine Dialogue chez Arthur Bonnet prolonge le plaisir côté salon avec des meubles sur-mesure au style scandinave et un brin vintage. Sobriété et fonctionnalité sont les maîtres-mots de ce salon contemporain plein de gaieté et de fraîcheur.
Finch LockerbieThis is an example of an expansive traditional open plan living room in London with blue walls, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, no tv and medium hardwood flooring.
bg architectureShannon McGrath
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary open plan living room in Melbourne with concrete flooring and white walls.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary open plan living room in Melbourne with concrete flooring and white walls.
Turquoise Open Plan Living Room Ideas and Designs
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