Living Room Interior Design
Living rooms built for everyday life and big gatherings
We plan the living and dining zone as one connected space, from the sofa layout and TV wall to the crockery unit and the light over your dining table. Every element is drawn to measure, shown in 3D and built by our own site team across Delhi NCR.
Overview
One open space, two very different jobs
In most Delhi NCR apartments and builder floors, the living and dining areas share a single L-shaped or rectangular hall. That space has to host a Sunday lunch for twelve, a quiet weeknight in front of the TV, children doing homework and guests arriving through the main door, often all in the same week. Good design starts by deciding where each of those activities happens and how people move between them.
Our designers begin with the furniture layout and circulation, then build everything else around it: a TV or feature wall at the right viewing distance, a false ceiling that defines the dining zone without boxing in the room, a crockery or bar unit that actually holds your dinner sets, and lighting that can shift from bright and practical to warm and relaxed. Wall finishes such as fluted panels, veneer, textured paint or stone cladding are chosen for how they will age with daily use, not only for how they look in a render.
Because Panache Interiors is part of the Panache Architect group, we can also coordinate with the electrical and civil work in your home, whether that means shifting switchboards, adding a concealed AC line or reworking a pillar. You see the complete space in 3D before a single panel is cut, and our own team executes the work in Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad and Ghaziabad.
Most living and dining projects take 45 to 60 days from design sign-off to handover, depending on ceiling work, material lead times and site access.
What we design
Every zone, planned.
From the first thing a visitor sees to the spaces only your team uses — each area is planned for how it works, how it looks and how it is maintained.
TV & feature wall
A panelled or stone-clad wall with concealed wiring, a floating console and space for a soundbar, sized to your screen and seating distance.
Seating layout
Sofa, lounge chairs and centre table arranged for conversation and TV viewing, with clear paths to the balcony and bedrooms.
Dining zone
A dining table sized for your family plus guests, with a defined ceiling or pendant above it and enough chair pull-back space.
Crockery & bar unit
Glass-shuttered display for good crockery, closed drawers for cutlery and linen, and an optional bar counter with profile lighting.
Entrance & foyer
A shoe cabinet, key ledge and mirror near the main door so the living room does not become a drop zone.
False ceiling
Gypsum or POP ceilings with cove lighting and recessed downlights, designed around beams, AC ducts and room height.
Partition & jaali
A CNC jaali, fluted glass or slatted wooden partition to separate living and dining while keeping light and air moving.
Lighting plan
Separate circuits for ambient, task and accent light, so you can set the mood for movies, meals or guests.
Design inspiration — representative imagery
Key details
The details that decide it.
A space that still works three years after opening day is decided by technical detail — lighting, services, materials and compliance. This is what we get right.
Circulation and clearances
We keep at least 900 mm of clear walkway around seating and 750 to 900 mm behind each dining chair so people can pass while others are seated. TV viewing distance is set at roughly 1.5 to 2.5 times the screen diagonal for comfortable watching.
Layered lighting
Ambient light comes from cove and recessed fixtures, task light from pendants over the dining table and reading lamps, and accent light from profile strips on panels and shelves. We generally specify warm 2700 to 3000K for living areas and keep separate switching so each layer can be dimmed or turned off on its own.
Acoustics in open plans
Hard marble or vitrified floors and bare walls make open living-dining halls echo. Upholstered seating, rugs, fabric curtains and fluted or slatted wood panels absorb sound, so conversation and TV audio stay clear.
Material durability
For high-use surfaces we prefer high-pressure laminates, PU or acrylic finishes and veneer with a matt lacquer that resists fingerprints. Italian marble or large-format tiles are suggested where they suit the budget and the existing floor level.
Concealed services
TV, set-top box, Wi-Fi router and speaker wiring is routed through conduits behind panels, with service access left for future upgrades. AC piping, curtain tracks and sensor points are planned into the ceiling drawings from day one.
Vastu-aware layout
Where families ask for it, we can place main seating in the south or west, keep the north-east lighter and uncluttered, and position the dining area close to the kitchen. These are offered as guidance and balanced against the room's actual light, ventilation and door positions.
Design directions
Find your look.
Starting points we refine with you into a look that is yours — palette, materials and lighting worked out together in 3D.
Contemporary Indian
Warm walnut or teak veneers, brass accents, cane or jaali details and textured plaster in sand and terracotta tones, with handloom cushions for colour.
Modern minimal
Handle-less cabinets, white or greige walls, fluted panels in a single tone and concealed lighting, with one strong material such as stone or oak to anchor the room.
Luxe classic
Italian marble or marble-look porcelain, wall mouldings, a statement chandelier and velvet or bouclé upholstery in jewel or champagne tones.
Japandi
Light oak, linen and rattan, low furniture, muted greens and stone greys, and plenty of negative space for a calm, uncluttered hall.
Deliverables
What you get.
Clear outputs at every stage, so you can compare quotes, brief vendors and know exactly what is being built.
Investment
Indicative budget
Indicative ranges to plan with. You get an item-wise quote after the design, with every material and brand named.
Essential
₹2.5 – ₹4 lakh (for a combined living-dining area of ~300 sq ft)
Laminate TV unit, basic shoe cabinet, gypsum false ceiling with cove and downlights, and paint finish.
Premium
₹4 – ₹7.5 lakh (for ~300 sq ft)
Veneer or fluted-panel feature wall, crockery unit with glass shutters, foyer unit, layered lighting plan, wallpaper or texture, and a jaali or slatted partition.
Luxury
₹7.5 – ₹15 lakh+ (for ~300 sq ft)
Stone or Italian-marble cladding, PU or lacquered joinery, bar unit, designer light fittings, smart lighting control and custom metal or brass detailing.
Indicative Delhi NCR figures for 2026 that exclude loose furniture, décor, appliances and GST; your quote depends on actual size, materials and site condition.
Process
How we deliver your living & dining project.
Most living and dining projects take 45 to 60 days from design sign-off to handover, depending on ceiling work, material lead times and site access.
- 01
Consultation
We discuss how your family uses the space, how often you host, your style preferences and an approximate budget, at our Faridabad studio, online or at your home.
- 02
Site measurement
Our team measures walls, beams, window and door positions, switchboard locations and ceiling height, and photographs the existing condition.
- 03
Design & 3D
You receive a furniture layout followed by 3D views of the living and dining zone, which we revise with you until the plan feels right.
- 04
Material selection & quote
We shortlist laminates, veneers, stone, fabrics and fittings with you, then share an itemised quotation and working drawings.
- 05
Production & site work
Modular units are manufactured off-site while our team handles ceiling, electrical, wall finishes and painting at home, followed by installation.
- 06
Handover
We complete a snag check with you, clean the site, and hand over care instructions and warranty details for hardware and finishes.
FAQs
Living & Dining Room — answered.
Still have a question? Call or WhatsApp — a designer will answer.
How much does living room interior design cost in Delhi NCR?
For a typical combined living-dining area of around 300 sq ft, work usually ranges from about ₹2.5 lakh at an essential level to ₹15 lakh or more for luxury finishes. The biggest cost drivers are the feature wall material, false ceiling extent, joinery finish and lighting. We share an itemised quote after the 3D design so you can adjust scope before committing.
Can you design the living and dining area together?
Yes, and we recommend it. Planning both at once keeps the ceiling, lighting, flooring transitions and wall finishes consistent, and lets us balance storage between the crockery unit, TV unit and foyer.
What is the right size for a TV unit?
It depends on the screen size and how far you sit from it. As a rule we keep the viewing distance at roughly 1.5 to 2.5 times the screen diagonal and centre the screen at seated eye level, around 1000 to 1100 mm from the floor.
Is a false ceiling necessary in the living room?
Not always. It helps hide AC ducts and wiring, adds cove lighting and can define the dining zone, but in rooms with low ceiling height we may suggest a partial ceiling or just a perimeter cove so the room does not feel cramped.
Which is better for the TV wall: veneer, laminate or stone?
Laminate is the most economical and easy to maintain, veneer offers natural wood grain and warmth, and stone or marble-look panels give a premium finish. We often combine two, such as a stone centre panel with veneer or fluted sides.
Do you follow Vastu for living room layout?
If you would like Vastu guidance, we factor it into seating direction, entrance treatment and dining placement. We present it alongside practical considerations such as light, ventilation and door positions, and we do not promise specific outcomes.
Will I see the design before work starts?
Yes. You will see a furniture layout and detailed 3D views of the living and dining area, and we revise them with you before preparing the final quote and working drawings.
Which areas do you serve?
Our studio is in Faridabad and we take on living and dining projects across Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad, Ghaziabad and the wider NCR.
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Let's talk
Plan your living and dining room with a free consultation.
A designer will call within 24 hours to understand your space and budget — and tell you honestly what it will take.
- Free first consultation
- 3D design before you commit
- Item-wise quote, no surprises