Living Room Design Options in Various Styles: From Samurai Spirit to African Masks

Photo 1 — Ethereal notes will enliven any interior

The Foggy Albion, or Living Room Interior in English Style

A living room interior in the English style will appeal to lovers of the Victorian era, Sherlock Holmes, and Oscar Wilde.

Furniture made from durable wood species, armchairs with high backs, throws, fireplace, minimalism in forms, soft warm colors – all of these are signs of the English style.

Photo 2 — Interior in English Style

Photo 3 — TREVISE model from the Cheminees Philippe factory.

Welcome to the 21st Century — Living Room Design in Modern Style

For those who find the design of a living room in the style of old England too gloomy, we recommend modern living room design. The distinguishing features of this style are plenty of free space, lots of light, and no unnecessary furniture. Those who love numerous figurines and frilly cushions on the sofa should skip this section. This does not mean that decorations are forbidden in the interior, but they should be chosen based on the selected style of the living room.

Photo 4 — Interior in Modern Style

Photo 5 — Interior in Modern Style

A Bit of French Romance — Living Room Interior in Provence Style

Light living rooms without ostentatious luxury, but with quality furniture, wooden beams under the ceiling, fireplace, some naturalness, a bit of rural naivety, floral patterns.

A living room interior in the Provence style will be a good choice for refined individuals and romantics.

Photo 6 — Interior in Provence Style

Photo 7 — Interior in Provence Style

Only Necessary Things — Living Room Interior in Minimalist Style

From the name alone, it's clear that minimalism won't delight us with color games, moldings, and lace curtains.

A living room interior in the minimalist style includes:

• minimal furniture and maximum space;
• functional zoning;
• multi-level lighting;
• neutral tones (white, black, gray);

• simple natural or industrial materials of simple geometric shapes.

Photo 8 — Oasi 2 model from the Presotto factory.

Photo 9 — Off-Shore System model from the Alivar factory, design by Bavuso Giuseppe.

New Art and Return to Origins — Living Room Design in Art Nouveau Style

Despite its provocative name, living room design in the art nouveau style will not shock with sharp colors and unfamiliar constructions. The motto of this design direction is: "Back to Nature." Distinguishing features include soft lines, natural elements, plant motifs, light and warm colors, elegance in form and finishing.

Photo 10 — Art Nouveau

Photo 11 — Art Nouveau

Harmony, Philosophy, Unity of Man and Nature — Living Room Interior in Japanese Style

Japanese motifs are interesting to many today.

It should not be forgotten that a living room interior in Japanese style must follow specific rules. Minimal furniture, only what is necessary.

Traditionally, Japanese-style furniture is quite low. The design uses bamboo, rice paper, rugs, sliding doors, and light partitions for zoning. Simplicity, unity with nature, pastel tones, tranquility, modesty.

Photo 12 — Japanese Style

Photo 13 — Japanese Style

The Future Home of Ray Bradbury’s Books — Living Room Design in Hi-Tech Style

Living room design in hi-tech style differs from other styles by combining high technology and functionality. No colorful wallpapers, clay cats, or suspended chandeliers.

• modern technology, seamlessly and harmoniously installed in the interior
• some audacity,
• modern materials
• minimalist forms
• built-in technology and furniture

The hi-tech style will suit active youth, lovers of audacity, and fans of technical innovations.

Photo 14 — Hi-Tech. Nothing Excessive.

Photo 15 — Hi-Tech. Nothing Excessive.

Elegant Village in Your Apartment — Living Room Interior in Country Style

A living room interior in country style is essentially a rural style with its freshness, bright natural colors, ecological purity, and simplicity. Of course, every country has its own rural character, so the choice of direction is up to you.

For a living room in a rural style, the characteristics include various bright carpets and curtains made from natural materials, wooden furniture, lamps with shades, clay or ceramic dishes, figurines, and flowers.

Photo 16 — Country

Photo 17 — Country

Buongiorno, amico! - Living Room Interior in Italian Style

For this style, the main characteristics are light tones with bright accents of lavender, green, and red colors to emphasize the temperament of Italy. Furniture is mainly wooden with elements of forging and classical models. Harmonious combination of antique and trendy details. Frescoes, antique figurines, paintings in old frames.

Photo 18 — Italian Style

Photo 19 — Italian Style

Snowy Classic — Scandinavian Style in Living Room Interior

Cool light tones, natural materials, and authenticity without excessive pretentiousness. Wooden classical furniture, carved decorations, lots of glass, crystal chandeliers (to keep sunlight in the room as long as possible), light muslin curtains. This is how you can describe the Scandinavian style in a living room interior.

Photo 20 — Scandinavian Style

Photo 21 — Scandinavian Style

Shepherd's Hut — Living Room Interior in Chalet Style

The style with such an unusual name is characterized by almost complete absence of artificial materials, rough wooden furniture, stone elements, and wooden beams. A live hearth, warm tones, skins (warm carpets) on the floor or walls. In general, a room in a small shepherd's hut.

Photo 22 — Ascot model from the Roche Bobois factory, design by Sylvain Joly.

Photo 23 — Chalet Style

1000 and 1 Night — Living Room Interior in Eastern Style

The concept of "Eastern style" unites styles from many Eastern countries (from Japan and China to Indonesia).

Each has its own unique features. We will try to find the common ground.

• small forms and alternative variants of familiar furniture

• every item has its place

• due to the specific features of decoration, even a small room becomes spacious

• low furniture, neutral colors, natural materials

The atmosphere of any country can be conveyed through various ethnic accessories and trinkets.

Photo 24 — Eastern Style in Interior

Photo 25 — Eastern Style in Interior

Photo 26 — Eastern Style in Interior

Photo 27 — Eastern Style in Interior

A Piece of the Roman Empire — Living Room Interior in Empire Style

Those who want to feel like Romans or Egyptians, particularly the "blue bloods," will find a design in the Empire style suitable.

Pompous furniture, wooden carving, luxury in finishing, antique motifs. It will look very well in such a living room to include military symbolism.

Photo 28 — Empire Style

Photo 29 — Empire Style

Combination of the Impossible — Living Room Design in Loft Style

A living room interior in loft style combines seemingly very different things – antiquity (brick, stone in finishing, wooden floors) and modernity (household appliances, metal, and glass). This style does not imply big expenses or showiness.

Large windows, spaciousness, freedom from banality. The loft style gives a lot of room for fantasy and creativity.

Photo 30 — Naviglio model from the Seven Salotti factory, design by Asnago Umberto.

Photo 31 — Horizon sofas model from the Cerruti Baleri factory, design by Levy Arik.

Midday Nap — Living Room Interior in Mediterranean Style

This style suits lovers of sunny Greece, vibrant Italy, sea breeze, and simplicity. Luxury and pomposity are not in favor here.

• Natural colors in the decoration

• Durable simple furniture

• Minimal textiles, shutters instead of curtains

• Utility and comfort

Photo 32 — Mediterranean Style

Photo 33 — Mediterranean Style

The Sea, The Sea, Boundless World... Living Room Interior in Maritime Style

What are the first associations with the word "maritime"? Endless blue sea, warm sand, sunshine, shells, and full relaxation. The maritime style of your living room will create a feeling of relaxation and immersion in the sea if you choose the interior details correctly. The presence of blue, azure, white, sandy, and yellow colors will help achieve the desired effect. Various maritime accessories and props will come in handy. For example, a steering wheel or oar on the wall. Or a sea star in an aquarium. The main thing is not to bring a shark into the house or a pirate ship mast.

Photo 34 — Maritime Style

Photo 35 — Maritime Style

"We Are Living in America". Living Room Interior in American Style

This design suits lovers of American culture. Although, there's not too much exotic in it. Here some mixing of styles is allowed. Everything you need for a living room – comfortable furniture, quality but simple finishing, traditional country decor. According to the American style, sofas and armchairs are usually placed in the center of the room, while wardrobes and side tables – along the perimeter.

Photo 36 — American Style

Photo 37 — American Style

"Ahh, In Africa, Mountains of Such Height"... Or Living Room in African Style

Don't worry, you won't have to write off a couple of aborigines from Africa for decorating your living room. It's much simpler – substantial furniture, more wood, and ethnic accessories – and Africa is in your pocket, or rather, in your living room. The main thing is to know the measure. Otherwise, hang a mask of an angry god on the wall and then wonder why everything in your hands starts falling out.

Photo 38 — African Style in Interior

Photo 39 — African Style in Interior

Back to the Past — Living Room Interior in Retro Style

Lovers of old times will find the retro style to their taste. However, it's important to decide which time period and country you prefer. The creation of an interior plays a significant role in the choice of fittings, furniture "in the old style," color palette, accessories, and materials.

Photo 40 — Retro Style

Photo 41 — Retro Style