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Waterfront mid-century modern
Waterfront mid-century modern
SurefieldSurefield
Zema Redux
Zema Redux
SHED Architecture & DesignSHED Architecture & Design
Open Plan Living/Dining
Open Plan Living/Dining
De Mattei ConstructionDe Mattei Construction
Large sliding glass door opens onto an attached deck to maximize indoor-outdoor living. Photographer: Tyler Chartier
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Fairview
Fairview
Chris Nguyen, Analog|DialogChris Nguyen, Analog|Dialog
Druid Hills Mid Century Modern
Druid Hills Mid Century Modern
Alair Homes DecaturAlair Homes Decatur
Designed & Built by Renewal Design-Build. RenewalDesignBuild.com Photography by: Jeff Herr Photography
Ranch Updated
Ranch Updated
Studio SchicketanzStudio Schicketanz
The large window wall and skylights bring the outdoors into this remodeled living room. The colors of the furnishings and fabrics are informal and playful, with a magnificent centerpiece – a console hand painted for the 1956 Biennale.
Palo Alto Eichler Major Remodel
Palo Alto Eichler Major Remodel
Flegel's Construction Co., Inc.Flegel's Construction Co., Inc.
Living Room and Family Room are one large room with a vaulted ceiling separated by a brick fireplace pillar. New skylights are double insulated with safety glass. The challenge was the technical work required to install a vaulted skylight. All new trims, baseboards and doors in the redone living room. All new, modern lighting was installed. Heated du chateau flooring was added. Bruce Damonte Photography
Rosenwald House
Rosenwald House
Flavin ArchitectsFlavin Architects
This remodel of a mid century gem is located in the town of Lincoln, MA a hot bed of modernist homes inspired by Gropius’ own house built nearby in the 1940’s. By the time the house was built, modernism had evolved from the Gropius era, to incorporate the rural vibe of Lincoln with spectacular exposed wooden beams and deep overhangs. The design rejects the traditional New England house with its enclosing wall and inward posture. The low pitched roofs, open floor plan, and large windows openings connect the house to nature to make the most of its rural setting. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography
Rural Mid-Century Modern
Rural Mid-Century Modern
Kimberley BryanKimberley Bryan
Photo Credit: Kimberley Bryan © 2013 Houzz
steel post and beam
steel post and beam
Gathrid designGathrid design
Carrera countertops with white laminate custom cabinets. Custom stainless steel bar counter supports and baleri italia counter stools. Open plan with kitchen at center, dining room at right, dinette at left, family room in the foreground and living room behind. Kitchen with integrated Viking 48" refrigerator/freezer, is adjacent to double side-by-side ovens and warming drawers.
Judy's Warm Mid-Century Modern Ranch
Judy's Warm Mid-Century Modern Ranch
ArciformArciform
The "study" of this mid-century modern architect-designed ranch features built-in floor to ceiling bookcases, a "data closet" to store electronics and office supplies, a dedicated circuit for the TV and stereo and new maple wood floors . The chairs are "Flight" recliner chairs from Design within Reach in Portland. Photos by Photo Art Portraits.
My Houzz: A Mid-Century Marvel Revived in Long Beach
My Houzz: A Mid-Century Marvel Revived in Long Beach
Tara BussemaTara Bussema
Photo by Tara Bussema © 2013 Houzz Cork flooring: Dorado by Celestial Cork; wall color: Waterby, Vista Paint; sofa: Vintage Gondola Style sofa, possibly by Adrian Pearsall, Xcape; coffee Table: Vintage Acclaim table in Walnut, Lane Furniture Company, Craigslist; rocking chair: Vintage 1960s Kofod Larsen for Selig of Denmark, Xcape; floor lamp: 1950s teak floor lamp, possibly Paul McCobb, Inretrospect; bar stools: 1960s Erik Buck for O.D. Mobler Denmark, Xcape
Idaho Residence
Idaho Residence
Transom Design BuildTransom Design Build
Melissa Day
Mid-Century Remodel & Interior Design
Mid-Century Remodel & Interior Design
Ann McCulloch Shop & StudioAnn McCulloch Shop & Studio
Photo by David Hiser
Parkside House
Parkside House
Megan NordinMegan Nordin
Outdoors In
Outdoors In
Kenneth Brown DesignKenneth Brown Design
Simplicity is key when Mother Nature is your backdrop. The line and color of the modern sofa echo the exterior hillside while the wood fronted credenza and chair pay homage to the trees just outside the open wall. By Kenneth Brown Design.
Mid Century Modern Living Room - Small Bungalow
Mid Century Modern Living Room - Small Bungalow
Madison Modern HomeMadison Modern Home
A yellow Mid Century modern chair atop IKEA's new Navajo inspired rug in a modern bungalow in the East L.A. neighborhood of Atwater. A neutral clean-lined sofa sports a bright yellow needlepoint pillow, while vintage amber glass lamps flank it. A glass-topped coffee table, large basket holding books and magazines and a vintage framed watercolor round out the scene.
Mid Century Modern Masterpiece
Mid Century Modern Masterpiece
Cure Design GroupCure Design Group
Cure Design Group (636) 294-2343 https://curedesigngroup.com/ Mid Century Modern Masterpiece was featured by At Home Magazine. Restoring the original architecture and unveiling style and sophistication. The combination of colors and textures create a cohesive and interesting space.
Columbia Heights living room
Columbia Heights living room
Matter of ArchitectureMatter of Architecture
photo: http://www.esto.com/vecerka A renovation of an ornate, parlor level brownstone apartment on the Promenade in Brooklyn Heights with views to the Manhattan skyline. The space was reconfigured to create long views through the apartment around a sculptural “core”, its modern detailing and materials acting in counterpoint to the grandeur of the original detailing.

45,144 Retro Living Design Photos

How Do I Use Houzz For Living Room Inspiration Ideas?

The living room is where most Singaporeans spend most of our day relaxing after a busy day. Whether you live in a 3-room BTO HDB flat or a semi-detached house, at the end of the literal work day, this space has to make you happy, not anyone else. So regardless of current style trends, you should pick elements for that balance between stylish and personal taste.

Tips on Words and Phrases To Use on Houzz To Find Inspirations for Living Room Designs

On the whole Singaporeans describe elements of the living room the same way as international Houzz users. However, you may get a wider variety of inspirations by expanding search terms. Or perhaps a greater focus by narrowing word choices. Use the following guide as a breakdown of possible variations for living room search terms used among Singaporeans, and to be aware of the differences between each of them.

1. Living and Family Rooms: What's the Difference?

Beyond calling it a living room, the space where a family relaxes and entertains is sometimes called a "family room" in the rest of the world. The living room in a HDB, condo, or landed property is often the biggest room in the house. This is often the space that you'll see first when you step in. In recent years with the popularity of open-space living room design, the space can also open into the kitchen with minimal barriers. The family room is a much more casual space than the living room, and is not likely the biggest space in the house. Nor would it necessarily be near the kitchen the way a living room would be.

2. Console, Console Table, or Sideboard?

Any long, low cabinet for storage can be termed a console or sideboard. They perform the same functions, but are different in name depending on which part of the house they are located in. Internationally, when In the living room, they are often called a sideboard. In the living room, Singaporeans are more likely to use this piece of furniture as a platform and storage for their media (TV cabinet or stand) This would be called console or console table, depending on whether it has storage.

3. Sofa, Chesterfield, Lounge, or Ottoman?

Any bench seating for two or more, is a sofa. In Singapore, the terms sofa and couch are most commonly used, with the latter being the preferred North American term for this type of furniture. A lounge is traditionally considered a sofa with support for one's legs, but furniture brands have used this term loosely to describe most sofas. A Chesterfield has traditionally had the same meaning as a sofa, especially in the United Kingdom early in the 20th century. Nowadays, it specifically describes a buttoned leather sofa. An ottoman is a seat with no back nor handles. It is often paired up with an armchair as a footstool. As an often overlooked living room seating option in Singapore homes, the ottoman is compact and versatile in the living room. Ottomans with storage can help keep your living room space tidy. Others double up as a side or coffee table too.

4. Coffee Table or Side Table?

Most Singaporeans would not have difficulty distinguishing between a coffee table and a side table, as the former is larger and often feature prominently in the heart of a living room space. What we seem to be more concerned, is which would suit our lifestyle. Some have found side tables to be more versatile, than a big coffee table in the middle of their living room. Others feel that a traditional coffee table anchors a living room space, and will not replace it.

5. Rugs or Carpets?

The proper definition of a carpet is a floor covering that spans the entire rooms from wall-to-wall. They require professionals to install and remove. Rugs only cover a portion of a room, can be easily removed, cleaned and replaced. Because of our tropical environment, rugs are more common in the residential environment, and likely the word you'll be using more often on Houzz.

How Do I Use Living Room Inspirations in Ideabooks on Houzz?

Look up Singapore living rooms ideas on Houzz. Get a general idea of Retro living rooms, or specifically Retro living rooms that suit your taste, and saving them into an ideabook. Find inspiration for specific items such as the sofa, coffee tables, l-shaped sofas, and start individual ideabooks for them as well. You can then use these ideabooks to budget for your renovation, or have a conversation with a professional like an interior designer or contractor.
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