Living room in the old times was the only guest room. In the modern sense of a living room - it's still a place of rest and home owners. When zoning spacious rooms with an open plan dining area is usually singled out and recreation area. The combination of these zones is called the living room. In small apartments, living room often combines the functions of the family room, space for entertaining and relaxation rooms. So depending on what type of load will be living in your home, you should choose for its situation.