Hello and welcome to the Décor Outline photo gallery of crown molding ideas in the living room. Below you will find a summary of the benefits, main options, and some design ideas we handpicked for you along with beautiful photos. Enjoy!
What are the benefits of having crown moldings in living rooms?
- Easy way to add architectural detail to your existing living room – can be DIY too
- Crown moldings naturally add a touch of elegance
- Can mask imperfections between walls and ceiling
- Crown moldings are available in many profiles. They can beautifully frame your room regardless of the room’s style or design.
What are the main options for crown moldings in living rooms?
- Where to Use It: between wall and ceiling, fireplace mantel, entryway, door (header or frame)
- Styles : plain, painted, dentil, egg & dart, classical casting, bead & curve, leafy look, double bead, stair steps, rope border, Greek key
- Materials: solid wood, plaster, medium-density fiberboard (MDF), polyurethane (slightly softer than wood), PVC, flex (rubbery, flexible material), polystyrene (can be cut with scissors)
What follows are beautiful photos of living rooms with crown moldings, along with design ideas we thought may be of interest to you. Enjoy and happy home decorating!
1. Vaulted Beadboard Ceiling

Points of Interest ● ecru crown molding ● vaulted white ceiling ● full-length Palladian windows with columns ● stacked stone fireplace ● metal shade chandelier with brass finish
2. Coffered Ceilings

Points of Interest ● white painted wood crown molding ● reclaimed wood coffee table top with copper base ● ample seating area in open layout ● hardwood floor with inlay ● white coffered ceiling
3. Feminine Touches
Points of Interest ● white crown molding ● ornate glass display cabinet ● decorative wall mirror in gold leaf finish ● black marble surround with white mantel fireplace ● ribbon and floral carpet design
4. Warm Reds and Browns

Points of Interest ● classic smooth crown molding ● TV niche with barn doors ● framed painting displayed off season in front of stone fireplace ● large oriental carpet ● exposed ceiling beams ● Queen Anne upholstered high back chair
5. Functional Feature Wall
Points of Interest ● wood crown molding in white ● cathedral ceiling with slim wood beams ● panoramic view of swimming pool ● TV niche on accent wall ● large glass doors to pool area
6. Bright & Sunny

Points of Interest ● cream-colored crown molding ● tangerine tufted sofa ● hexagonal ottoman with printed pattern ● transom windows with unique muntin pattern ● sculptural sunburst-style polished concrete side table
7. Art Enthusiasm

Points of Interest ● cove molding on left and window wall ● long mahogany bench ● elevated dining room with marble floors ● generous collection of art conversation pieces ● wood surround fireplace
8. Almost a Cellar

Points of Interest ● crown molding framing the tray ceilings ● tray ceilings with cove lighting ● illuminated spirit displays surrounding wine racks ● upholstered gray high-back armchair with matching leg rest ●
9. Woods View

Points of Interest ● white painted wood crown molding ● coffered ceiling with recessed lighting ● sliding glass center windows ● stacked stone fireplace with concrete slab hearth ● decorative pieces on open shelving
10. Ornate Fireplace
Points of Interest ● three-piece crown molding ● tall shallow bay window with thick printed curtains ● traditional oriental rug ● black arch mirror ● black arched cast iron fireplace with deep-stained ornate surround
11. Soft Hues with Accent Pieces

Points of Interest ● Bulwark smooth crown molding ● art niche above fireplace ● metallic art pieces on open shelves ● clearview fireplace with brick rear wall ● two cow print accent stools
12. Palisade Ceiling Fan
Points of Interest ● white three-piece crown molding ● white tray ceiling with cove lighting ● glass front cabinets with interior downlights ● Palisade twin motor ceiling fan in oil-rubbed bronze finish ● Versailles floor tile pattern
13. Country Interiors
Points of Interest ● crown molding on exposed beams ● black and gold convex mirror ● recessed open shelves ● beige cathedral ceiling ● versatile cream tufted ottoman
14. Browns & Yellows
Points of Interest ● illuminated tray ceiling with crown molding ● built-in electric fireplace ● dark hardwood floor ● gray English roll arm sofa ● brown and mustard yellow open cabinet
15. Elegantly White
Points of Interest ● coffered ceiling with crown molding ● eggshell blue area rug with geometric pattern ● candle-style crystal glass chandelier ● white drapery with antique brass holdbacks
16. Rich Brown Ottoman
Points of Interest ● two-piece crown molding ● single-hung muntin-style windows ● brown leather dual-purpose ottoman ● multi-toned hardwood floor ● black candelabra in clearview fireplace
17. Vibrant Pieces

Points of Interest ● S-curve classic crown molding ● brass lampshades with printed fabric ● steel table in gold finish with glass top ● red orange furniture on colorful area rug ● two glass hurricane candle holders
18. Earth Tones
Points of Interest ● traditional crown molding ● gray sofa and loveseat set with built-in leg rests ● louvered closet doors ● gray fur carpet ● Reuleaux triangle glass table top with curved wooden legs
19. Buddha Statuette

Points of Interest ● two-piece crown molding ● bronze standing buddha statuette ● white waterfall coffee table with teak wood insert ● X-frame stool legs with black leatherette upholstery ● in-swing French doors
20. Taupe Camel Back Sofas
Points of Interest ● traditional smooth crown molding ● black wooden coffee table with storage ● taupe camel back sofas ● brown leather recliner with nail head trim ● double-hung windows with pull-down blinds
21. Blue, Red, & Brown Interiors

Points of Interest ● Colonial crown molding ● red tufted leather ottoman as coffee table ● stone blue walls with muntin-style windows ● medium warm toned hardwood floor ● matching throw pillow and curtain design
22. Accent Fireplace Screen
Points of Interest ● dentil style crown molding on fireplace mantel ● accent fireplace screen in gold finish ● ceramic tile flooring with inlays ● two mullion cabinets with clear glass inserts ● cream swoop arm chair with brown trim
23. Earth Tones

Points of Interest ● classic crown molding with single bead insert ● brown zebra print oversized ottoman ● large wall-mounted artwork ● brown slat window shades ● tufted white ceramic side table
24. Curved Sectional Sofa
Points of Interest ● double bead crown molding on fireplace mantel ● curved beige sectional sofa ● tufted swoop arm chair with skirt ● brick back panel fireplace in herringbone pattern ● wooden coffee table with glass insert
25. Black & White

Points of Interest ● curve and bead crown molding ● two-tiered coffee table with wicker inserts ● beige sectional sofa with nautical themed throw pillows ● shallow white coffered ceiling ● black and white area rug with geometric pattern
26. Victorian Living Room
Points of Interest ● Victorian crown molding ● elaborate overmantel fireplace ● two brass candelabras ● bronze candle-style chandelier ● wood parquet flooring with border inlay
27. Spear Edge Mirror Frame
Points of Interest ● double bead crown molding ● spear-inspired mirror frame design in brass finish ● contemporary chandelier ● tan wallpaper with trellis pattern ● wall-mounted electric fireplace with panoramic glass