Any designer will confirm that seating can be very specific to the interior you're designing for, but there's no doubt that settling for a mix of sofas and chairs and experimenting with placement can create a polished layout. Ahead, we share a selection of our favorite living rooms, featuring major seating arrangement inspiration.



Mountain View Living Room


Touches of calming blues and layers of texture featured in a Mountain View home by Regan Baker Design.



Craftsman Style


A welcoming Craftsman-style abode in Austin, Texas, by Meredith Ellis Design.



Modern Look


Interiors by Design opted for a living room setup that's equal parts fun and modern.



Light-Filled Design


Sculptural wood tables complement leather side chairs and a gray upholstered sofa in a Massachusetts living room design crafted by Found Design Studio.



Modern Eclectic


A blend of of modern and eclectic decor in a living room by Kress Jack Home.



Modern Farmhouse


The perfect modern farmhouse living room by Tom Stringer Design Partners.



Sag Harbor Estate


An attractive palette of blues in a Sag Harbor compound by David Kleinberg Design Associates.



Mediterranean Beauty


A well-appointed Pacific Palisades Mediterranean living room by Everage Design.



Contemporary City Living


Clean modern lines in a high-rise by Matthew Caughy



Full Color


Five colors were used throughout this living area: black, gray, ivory, pale blue, and cranberry. By John Willey | Willey Design LLC.