50 Warm Beige Living Rooms You'll Want to Hibernate In

While the monotone beige interiors of decades past might have felt bland, today’s beige spaces are inviting, full of texture, and feel like a warm hug compared with the stark white interiors that have dominated our homes in recent years.

Many modern interiors feature a broad spectrum of beige tones that can range from the palest cream to the deepest shades of brown for a rich, layered, tonal look. Beige is a versatile neutral that can work in any style living room. You can mix warm shades of beige for a cozy look, mix beige with other colors, or use beige accents to warm up an all-white space.

Check out these beige-toned living rooms in a number of different styles from a range of designers that will have you dreaming of a beige living room and will show you how to do create one that feels fresh, livable, and modern.

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Add Texture

Design by Joshua Smith Inc. / Photo by Lance Gerber

In this warm beige living room from Joshua Smith Inc., a minimalist midcentury modern textural fireplace wall sets the tone, while beige wood ceiling beams and a mix of light beige and burnt orange accents complement the serene ambiance.

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Warm Up a White Room

Design by Sissy + Marley / Photo by Marco Ricca Studio

In this fresh and modern living room from Sissy + Marley, shades of white are warmed up with pale beige textiles, decor, and wood tones to create a light and airy feel that is less stark than a pure white interior.

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Layer Multiple Shades

Fantastic Frank

This Scandinavian apartment living room from Fantastic Frank is warmed up with soft tones of beige that range from pale taupe to deep rust, giving the small space a cozy and enveloping feeling.

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Go Deep

Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Read McKendree

Rich honey-toned beige wall paint adds warmth and softness to this spacious living room from Chango & Co. that is decorated with plush furnishings in shades of beige and brown to create a tranquil oasis in the middle of NYC.

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Paint a Beige Border

Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Erin Kelly

Leanne Ford Interiors modernized the walls of this living room by painting a taupe-y beige matte border around the room that helps ground the seating area while making the ceilings seem taller.

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Use Sepia Tones

Becca Interiors

Becca Interiors used multiple shades of beige to create a sepia-toned effect in this spacious and comfortable family living room that has a timeless feel. A chocolate brown velvet sofa adds a complementary tone that feels extra cozy.

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Wash It Out

Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Erin Kelly

If you like the idea of beige walls but want something more nuanced than a solid wall of paint, take inspiration from this cottage living room from Leanne Ford Interiors. The textured wall treatment was achieved by layering PPG Pure Timeless White paint with a coffee wash using everyone's favorite morning beverage that gives the walls a warm and lived-in look and quality.

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Warm Up a Formal Living Room

Kendall Wilkinson Design

Kendall Wilkinson Design warmed the walls of this spacious formal living room with shades of beige paint that allow the artwork and designer furnishings to shine.

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Use Desert Inspired Hues

Laura Brophy Interiors

The sandy tones of the Southern California desert outside the windows of this living room from Laura Brophy Interiors inspire the indoor palette of soft beige and off-white. A pair of massive butterscotch leather sofas and a warm fireplace wall add warmth.

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Accentuate the Curves

Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Nicole Franzen

Soft beige paint, plush textiles, and decor details blanket the curves of this NYC living room from Chango & Co. to create a chic, warm modern minimalist feel.

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Accent With Reds and Blues

Kendall Wilkinson Design

Kendall Wilkinson Design accented the pale beige walls of this living room with tones of blue, red, and brown to create a warm modern mood.

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Mix With Black

Design by Sissy + Marley / Photo by Marco Ricca Studio

Warm beige tones bring warmth to this sophisticated open plan living room design from Sissy + Marley that is rendered in a modern neutral palette layered with varying patterns and textures.

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Use Warm Stone Finishes

Laura Brophy Interiors

A large beige stone fireplace wall and pale beige tile floors add golden toned warmth to this light and airy living room from Laura Brophy Interiors that is balanced with pale blue accents for subtle contrast and balance.

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Mix Tones

Design by Sissy + Marley / Photo by Marco Ricca Studio

Sissy + Marley used a range of tones on textiles and furnishings from the palest off-white to cream to taupe, light brown, cognac, and rust to add warmth to this well appointed living room.

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Mix With Taupe

Laura Brophy Interiors

Laura Brophy Interiors mixed cool and warm tones on the walls, ceiling, and fireplace of this organic living room that has enormous picture windows with a mesmerizing view of the lush greenery outside. But pale blond hardwood flooring, sculptural golden-toned wood armchairs, and natural textures on the upholstery and natural cow hide rug add softness and create an overall warm feel in the Southern California living room.

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Play With Pattern

Mindy Gayer Design Co.

Mindy Gayer Design Co. added checkered beige-and-white throw pillows and an area rug to add warmth to this pale tonal beige living room dressed in a mix of cool and white beige tones and wood accents that creates a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.

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Warm Up Gray Tones

Fantastic Frank

Warm beige wall paint adds warmth to this Scandinavian apartment living room from Fantastic Frank that is outfitted with cool gray and navy blue decor and furnishings.

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Embrace a Monochromatic Feel

Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Nicole Franzen

This NYC basement living room space from Chango & Co. is bathed in pale beige tones, smooth textures, and soft curvy shapes, from the large U-shaped sofa to the round floor poufs. The pale wall paint is complemented with blond wood ceiling beams while black metal framed glass doors to the outside add graphic interest.

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Warm Up a Rustic Room

WRJ Design / Photo by Tuck Fauntleroy

WRJ Design dressed this rustic living room in shades of beige from the checkered curtains to the natural hide on the floor to the soft furnishings and pale wood tones that add warmth to a room dominated by a monumental gray stone fireplace wall.

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Accent With Black

Fantastic Frank

Black accents define and emphasize decor details in this moody, minimalist tonal beige Scandinavian living room Fantastic Frank.

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Keep It Light

Fantastic Frank

This light-flooded living room from Fantastic Frank combines the palest beige textured walls with light beige flooring and sculptural modern furniture and decor in shades of white to create a warm and modern style.

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Accent With Beige

Design by Kern & Co.

A medium-toned beige accent wall adds warmth to the white walls and pale blue and greige furnishings and textiles in this spacious formal living room from Kern & Co. without detracting from the wall of windows with a view to the backyard.

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Add Greenery

Fantastic Frank

Fantastic Frank painted the walls of this Scandinavian living room in a deep toffee colored beige that adds warmth to the minimalist design and sets off a smattering of green plants arranged casually on the floor.

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Add a Beige Anchor Piece

Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Erin Kelly

Leanne Ford Interiors warmed up this large contemporary living room with pale walnut flooring and a massive sandy beige sectional that anchors the otherwise black-and-white space, adding warmth and creating an inviting ambiance.

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Use Varying Textures

Design by Chango & Co. / Photo by Read McKendree

Deep sandy wall paint adds softness to the walls and a plush beige armchair with enveloping curves adds textural interest to this warm beige NYC living room from Chango & Co.

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Mix Warm and Cool Tones

Design by Kern & Co.

This light and airy living room from Kern & Co. mixes pale blue furnishings with beige wood, and pairs a large beige and white patterned area rug with gauzy white-and-beige patterned drapes to create a neutral space that balances cool and warm tones to create a convivial atmosphere.

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Layer Beige and Brown Tones

Design by Joshua Smith Inc. / Photo by Peter Murdock

This cozy living room from Joshua Smith Inc. layers beige wall paint with tones of brown from the cocoa-colored sofa to the dark wood antique side table, adding soft golden accents to bring it all together.

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Use Beige-Toned Stone

Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Alexandra Ribar

A massive fireplace rendered in warm gold-toned stone with dark beige grout sets the mood in this midcentury modern home renovation from Leanne Ford Interiors. Pale beige flooring and wall paint, a mix of off-white, wood, and rattan furnishings with organic shapes, and modern art and lighting lets the original character of the living room shine while feeling refreshed and current.

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Create a Beige Backdrop for Art

Design by Will Brown Interiors / Photo by Aaron Leimkuehler

This living room from Will Brown Interiors has a warm and eclectic feel thanks to a palette of warm beiges, browns, and blacks and a mix of modern and contemporary furnishings and decor. The pale beige walls create a warm neutral backdrop for a collection of art and objects that make the room feel personal and lived in.

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Accent Beige With Gold

Design by Kern & Co.

In this formal living room from Kern & Co., gray-toned beige walls and cool pale gray upholstered furnishings are warmed up with golden wood antique chests of drawers flanking the stone fireplace, with bright gold accents on a pair of ornate gilded decorative mirrors that adds a warm metallic glow that complements the roaring fire.

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Mix in Natural Textures

Design by Leanne Ford Interiors / Photo by Erin Kelly

This warm beige living room from Leanne Ford Interiors has a modern feel with its soft neutral palette and layered natural textures, from the wood stump end tables to the sheepskin throw on the back of the armchair.

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Freshen Up a Historic Home

Will Brown Interiors

In this historic Georgian Revival home in St. Louis, MO, Will Brown Interiors used a mix of pale beige on the walls for warmth and lighter shades of off-white to accent the trim and architectural details of the formal living room space, giving it a timeless appeal.

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Use Natural Tones

Yael Weiss Interiors

This tonal beige living room from Yael Weiss Interiors uses a range of shades from light to deep, with gauzy mid-toned beige curtains, a jute rug, and rich wood accents that complement the soft off-white walls and textiles.

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Add a Tonal Fireplace

Urbanology Designs / Norman Young Photography

Urbanology Designs matched the fireplace surround to the walls in this warm beige living room decorated with organic shapes and low slung furniture that emphasizes the soaring ceiling height. A slate gray sofa and black accents throughout add contrast and a graphic element.

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Add Beige-Toned Wood Slats

Folding Chair Design Co. / Jenn Verrier Photography

Folding Chair Design Co. used beige-toned wood detailing like a wood slat wall behind the flat screen and a pale oak built-in console beneath that complement the pale beige wall paint, rug, and furnishings throughout, to create a warm and pulled together space to relax with family or entertain.

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Paint the Brick Beige

Design by Will Brown Interiors / Photo by Aaron Leimkuehler

While stark white is often the go-to color when painting brick interiors, in this cozy living room, Will Brown Interiors opted for a warmer shade of beige. The pale beige tone of the walls are picked up on a pair of sculptural table lamps, while patterned navy and white textiles add contrast.

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Add Midcentury Vibes

Nile Johnson Interior Design

Nile Johnson Interior Design painted the walls of this midcentury ranch home with a deep coffee-toned beige that serves as a backdrop for the client's art collection and vintage and antique furnishings. Large windows and glass doors leading to the outside are left unadorned to bring in views and natural light.

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Soften Industrial Spaces

Will Brown Interiors

The walls of this industrial Kansas City loft space from Will Brown Interiors are warmed up with beige walls and a pair of beige-toned sofas that soften the industrial vibes of the penthouse space and create an inviting and modern space suited for family living.

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Go for a Barely-There Beige

helloiamaubs for Article

If full-on beige feels too dark for your space, opt for a lighter version, which pairs beautifully with whites, creams, and neutrals of all kinds. Take notes from this living room—it was designed with streamlined furniture from Article, a classic Matisse print, and a touch of greenery.

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Create a Spa-Like Space

Design: Momo Wong Design / Photo: Nils Timm

For this beige-on-beige living room, interior designer Momoko Morton Wong took the client's directive—create a home heavily textured in warm, natural tones—and ran with it.

"We chose travertine slabs to be the primary backdrop of the living room, establishing the emphasis on a beige, spa-like space," she says. "We then layered in a cream colored sofa, distressed beige oriental rug, natural leather side chair, wood coffee table and pillows to finish this inviting space."

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Layer Lots of Textures

Lynden Lane Co.

This warm beige living room begs for a quiet afternoon and a good book. Lynden Lane Co. created this inviting space with layers (and layers) of various touchable textures, from the sit-and-stay-a-while couch to the piles of pillows and cane side chair—all in neutral, beige-adjacent shades that are far from boring.

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Use Beige to Flow From Room to Room

Kris Tamburello for House of One

Not sure what to paint an open-concept living area? Whether you're working with a large living room, like this House of One-designed space, or a more petite space, beige is the ultimate connecting color. Use it to seamlessly transition from an entryway to a living room, or a living room to a dining room.

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A Beige Rug Is Your Friend

Chad Mellon for Lindye Galloway Studio + Shop

No matter what color you paint your living room, remember: a beige area rug is always a good idea. It allows you to be slightly less precious with it, since the neutral hue hides nearly everything, from occasional spills to dirt. Dog hair? What dog hair?

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Add Leather Accessories

Morse Design

Beige-painted walls + a warm brown leather chair = an inviting living room that'll make you want to stay awhile. Take it from this space from Morse Design. The similar-but-different hues play off each other in a way that's easy on the eyes and just as easy to accessorize with hints of gold and greenery.

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Juxtapose Beige and Gray Stone

Molly Culver Photography for Meredith Owen Interiors

A floor-to-ceiling fireplace, like the one in this Meredith Owen Interiors-designed living room, is a standout on its own. When popped against a backdrop of beige tile, it's even grander. Still, because the tones are subtle and the textures are subdued, it's noble in a not-too-flashy way that is family friendly and ultra livable.

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Add Depth With a Paint Treatment

Lynden Lane Co.

Take this Lynden Lane Co.-designed living room as proof that beige can be as deep and complex as any other hue. Get a good look at that fireplace. A paint treatment gives it a varied, captivating appeal that stands out, especially when juxtaposed with the crisp white shelves surrounding it.

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Add Small Pops of Color

Morse Design

When you layer neutral on neutral on neutral—like in this cozy living room by Morse Design—you have all-the-more leeway to add pops of color. Here, it's done through artwork, with a trio of botanical prints that add a refreshing dose of red, green, and yellow. Any accessory will work as a way to infuse color into your space though. Think: throw pillows, coffee table books, or a lampshade.

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Use Beige as a Backdrop for Artwork

Lisa Romerein for Joshua Smith Inc.

As beautiful as beige can be, it's not a competitive color. That makes it ideal as a paint color when you want to showcase standout artwork, like the pair of pieces in this Joshua Smith Inc.-designed living room.

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Get Matchy-Matchy

Alivia Fields for Mackenzie Collier Interiors

We're relaxed just looking at this ultra comfortable living room, all awash in shades of beige. Mackenzie Collier Interiors paired beige walls with a beige couch and accessories in adjacent shades of neutrals. Yet it's far from boring. Instead, the monochromatic look leans into a zen vibe, making for a cozy space to cuddle up in.

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Use Beige to Enhance a View

Molly Rose Photo for JZ Interior Design

If you living room comes with an enviable view (lucky you!), using beige—whether for a paint color, furniture, or accessories—helps create a beautiful room that doesn't detract from it. JZ Interior Design used a wall of beige stone to design a focal wall that doesn't steal all of your focus. Win/win.

Is beige a good color for a living room?

Beige works well in living rooms because it's soothing and neutral and can be paired with virtually any color. Beige can work with any style of living room, from traditional to modern to contemporary. Depending on the look and feel you want to achieve, select beige paint, furnishings, and decor with warm, cool, or neutral tones, or a mix.

What color goes with beige living room?

Beige is a versatile neutral that can work with any color. Pair it with black for a sophisticated look. Use it to bring down the sweetness of pastel pinks and peaches in a baby girl nursery. Or incorporate shades of beige to warm up an otherwise all-white room.

How do you modernize beige?

The easiest way to modernize beige is to go for a tonal look that incorporates a range of at least three different beige tones. Light beige wall paint, a medium beige rug, and pale beige wood flooring will create a soft and neutral modern backdrop that can be styled with deeper tones of brown, rust, or black. Or pair beige walls with bright colors like coral or turquoise for a fresh, modern look.