In this Leah Ashley designed formal living room, the eye-catching fireplace was made to feel traditional and timeless. The beige brick, set in a herringbone pattern works to tie in all the creamy ...

Inside, one of them opens up into this starkly elegant, brick-clad fireplace in the living room. Here, tall white walls and ceilings create a contrast with the more traditional upholstered furniture.

Creating a traditional living room with modern touches is an art that combines the timeless appeal of classic design with the fresh energy of contemporary elements. The goal is to strike a balance ...

Let our traditional living room ideas talk you through how to bring some classic period style into your lounge – from cottagecore to regencycore and more... Grey living rooms can be executed in ...

John Linden, interior designer, MirrorCoop, says: 'If you're looking for traditional living room wall ideas, ... Tapestries are especially beautiful when hung above a fireplace.

If you love the look of a proper mantel, and enjoy the ambience a fire brings to the room, consider converting your old wood-burning fireplace to gas. More: Find a design professional in your area 4.