38 Surprisingly Well-Executed Living Rooms (Photo Gallery)

Updated on September 30, 2022

When you start to create your own living room, whether you are decorating it or building it, you’ll find yourself looking at every single living room you can find to get inspired. There are plenty of living rooms out there, but some are more striking than others and these have been compiled into a single inspiring list right here.

You’ll find 38 amazing living r0oms to wow you as you scroll down. Make note of the features you want to incorporate into your own space and then make it happen. These rooms have been selected due to their incredible features and elegance, as well as their details. You’re bound to find something you love on this list.

Well-Executed Living Room Designs

1. Plant Shelf

The table running along the wall in this elegant living room is the perfect place to put your potted plants.

2. Red Sliding Door

A stunning red door slides into place to separate this living room from the kitchen or leave it open to create more space.

3. Black Lights

In a light colored room, the black shades of the lights create a lovely contrast that is picked up in the fireplace and chairs, as well.

4. Fun Sculptures

Adding a bright colored sculpture to your room is a great way to brighten it up and make it feel special.

5. String of Lights

A fun line of lights, hanging from cables makes this room feel bright and fun, while the window lets in more natural light.

6. Mix and Match Furniture

Adding a range of furniture types to your room creates a space that feels more comfortable and homey.

7. Full Wall Window

Let the outdoors take over your living room with this huge window that overlooks a manicured lawn and pool.

8. White Entertainment Cabinet

Keep all your pertinent technology tucked away in this sleek cupboard that enhances the room with its elegance.

9. Elegant Moldings

A simple molding can create a beautiful detail around a living room and gives it that extra little touch.

10. Recessed Ceiling Light

The recessed section of this ceiling is unique in that it contains a light tube that runs around the edges of the recess, giving a soft ambiant light.

11. Pixelated Wall Art

This living room features a bright blue pixelated art piece with colors that are reflected in the pillows, throws and other items around the room.

12. Granite Fireplace

The granite used in this fireplace front and bench add a natural touch to a room that is cozy and cute.

13. Mirror Slats

Mounted above the fireplace in this quaint room, slats of mirror create a unique look that reflects the room back.

14. Teal Curtains

These teal curtains hang from the ceiling instead of the tops of the windows, giving the room an elongated look.

15. Half Walls and Window Seats

Define your living room space with low walls and bookshelves, then add a comfy window seat.

16. Unique Coffee Table

This coffee table will be the focal point when people come over to visit, with its unique carvings.

17. Concrete Support Walls

There is concrete used throughout this home, in the support walls and floors, to give it a sleek, sophisticated look.

18. Glass Coffee Table

This barely-there coffee table is a charming centerpiece to enjoy in your living room.

19. Sculpted Spaces

Freeform sculptures that incorporate storage holes and a fireplace make this living room pretty unique.

20. Light Up Shelves

The shelves on this living room wall have lights built right into them, to illuminate the space and the displays.

21. Open Living Room

By setting this L-shaped sofa facing away from the walls and fireplace, the living room is opened up for conversation.

22. Waffle Carpet

Add a waffle textured rug to your living room for a little visual and tactile interest.

23. Cathedral Windows

The amazing peaked ceiling in this beautiful living room is perfectly highlighted with cathedral style windows.

24. Mottled Gray Carpet

Solid color carpets are boring and out of style. Opt for a mottled gray carpet like this one to fit your living room.

25. Hallway Window

This living room features a large glass wall to separate it from the hallway and give it a little auditory privacy.

26. Glass Entrance

To enter this sitting room, you need to walk through glass doors that are elegantly topped with a scrollwork frame.

27. Arches Everywhere

Elegant arches make any room feel more luxurious and this living room is no exception with arched entrances.

28. Symmetrical Art

While the art itself is different, this wall features a large painting in the middle and two smaller ones flanking it, giving it a symmetrical look.

29. Glassed Stairs

A simple glass wall separates these stairs from the minimalistic living room below.

30. Gray Satin Pillows

Gray satin accent pillows perfectly match the gray curtains and are augmented by the rug and armchairs in the same color.

31. White Wall Lamps

Nearly invisible in their individual corners, these lamps offer gentle illumination at night and fade away during the day.

32. Soft Shag Carpet

This soft, fluffy carpet makes the perfect flooring option for the living room, inviting you to wiggle your toes in it.

33. Yellow Sofa

A golden sofa is the star of this tiny living room, making it feel cozy and welcoming.

34. Satin Pillows

Gleaming satin pillows add a luxurious feel to this pristine living room with its plush carpet.

35. Velvet Sofas

What could be more high end than crshed velvet sofas and armchairs like these ones?

36. Ceiling Moldings

This stunning living room features incredibly detailed moldings around the edges of the ceiling and the base of the overhead light.

37. Butterfly Wall

Images of butterflies make this room feel closer to nature and they create a lovely art group on the wall.

38. Photo Shelves

By using shelving instead of hanging photos on the wall, you can rearrange and change up the pictures as often as you like.
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