Inspiration for a mid-sized asian dining room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

八百津の大きな招き屋根の家

永井政光建築設計事務所

Photo of a large asian open plan dining in Other with orange walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

Tiny house Wabi-sabi sur les toits de Paris (17 m2 pour 4 !)

Projet Wabi-sabi

This is an example of a small asian open plan dining in Paris with concrete floors, white floor, wood and wood walls.

八幡の家

しなのいえ工房

Photo of an asian kitchen/dining combo in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and wood.

VILLA BLANCHE

北野彰作建築研究所

格子戸のデザインは弊事務所の定番デザインです。過去の数々の実作を通して最も美しく感じる開口率です。両面組子ですので、どちら側から見ても無垢の製作建具の同じ重厚感を感じることが出来ます。上吊りのソフトモーションですので１枚50㎏も有る建具ですが、スムーズに開閉できます。
Photo of a large asian kitchen/dining combo in Osaka with beige walls, ceramic floors, white floor, wood and panelled walls.

二世帯住宅への古民家再生

有限会社道建設

既存の木天井には埋込型の間接照明を造作したり、テーブルもオリジナルです。
Design ideas for a large asian kitchen/dining combo in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, beige floor and wood.

三河杉床材のダイニング

牧建築工房

既設の壁はすべて耐震補強。そのうえで床壁天井をすべて貼り増しして内装を仕上げました
Design ideas for a mid-sized asian separate dining room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

熊本パッシブハウス

一級建築士事務所空設計工房

南面掃き出しサッシには内障子をセット。「吉村障子」のディテールを踏襲。
Mid-sized asian open plan dining in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors and wood.

木のひらや

株式会社匠建

Photo of an asian open plan dining in Other with beige walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor, exposed beam, vaulted and wood.

桜島を望む高台の家

平野公平建築設計事務所

Inspiration for a mid-sized asian kitchen/dining combo in Fukuoka with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

信州。新の家「OPEN-house」

株式会社　新工務店

Photo of an asian open plan dining in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, vaulted and wood.

アジアンダイニング

Inspiration for a large asian separate dining room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and wood.

谷万成の家

神家昭雄建築研究室

小さな離れを若夫婦の独立住宅として再生。
Photo of an asian open plan dining in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

リフォーム大正の家

一級建築士事務所空設計工房

This is an example of an asian separate dining room in Fukuoka with white walls, medium hardwood floors and wood.

豊川市　八幡町の家3

株式会社kotori

リビングダイニングをスキップフロアにし、７５㎝上げることで外部空間と目線が合わないように配慮し、空間に動きを持たせました。鉄骨のスケルトン階段とすることで空間に抜けができ、より開放的に感じられます。
Large asian open plan dining in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, no fireplace, wood and wallpaper.

立川の家

片山正樹建築計画事務所

This is an example of an asian dining room in Tokyo Suburbs with beige walls, brown floor and wood.

“曖昧の家”

創和建設株式会社

This is an example of a mid-sized asian kitchen/dining combo in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and wood.

Hill Top House

テレデザイン一級建築士事務所

Photo of a mid-sized asian open plan dining in Tokyo with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, wood and wood walls.

欅梁の家

株式会社マクス

２階LDK。キッチン横の小上がり畳スペース。公園の緑が見える方向に大きく窓をとった。
This is an example of an asian open plan dining in Other with white walls, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and wood.

和室・和風ダイニング

Photo of a small asian open plan dining in Nagoya with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and wood.

Asian Dining Room Design Ideas with Wood

A Asian dining room can be used for casual dining, integrated into an open plan and connected to the living and kitchen areas; or as a formal space reserved solely for entertaining. While it may not be used frequently, it is a great focal point in the home, and requires little furnishings. Here's what you need to consider before you start planning a new dining room...

How will you use your dining room?

First, consider how frequently you will use the space. If you plan on using your Asian dining room on a daily basis, a casual dining set-up with sturdy, long-lasting furniture is best. As for where you position it – well, any unused space in the home can be converted into a casual dining space, whether it be at the end of a kitchen island, or at the bottom of the stairs. A formal dining room, on the other hand, is more suited to a dedicated space, which is more common in heritage homes where space originally wasn’t at a premium. Perhaps you want your dining room to multi-task and accommodate everyday meals, homework sessions and grown-up dinner parties… If that’s the case, furniture is key. Look for versatile dining tables in either Australian or New Zealand hardwood or weathered timber for a more rustic look. These won’t show up sticky fingerprints as much and can be dressed up for guests.

What size and shape should your dining table be?

Your Asian dining table should be able to seat all family members with some room for additional guests – each person should have at least 60 centimetres of space at the table. The right size, however, also depends on how much room you have. A general rule of thumb is to leave no less than 1 metre from the dining table to the wall or any additional furniture, so people have enough room to comfortably move around the space. Rectangular dining tables are versatile and can work in a variety of settings, while oval dining tables are more traditional and can turn any meal into an occasion. If you have a tight space to work in, a round dining table is best, and also a great option if you want to encourage conversation. A square dining table can be a dramatic addition to a dining room, but only if you have the space. It allows everyone at the table to see each other, but the bigger the table, the harder it will be able to hold a conversation with someone at the other end.

What type of dining chairs should you choose?

Once you’ve decided on a dining table, look for Asian dining chairs that share a common design element. If your dining table legs are curved, for example, try to match them with dining chairs that have a similar curve, either in the legs or back. Next, consider the dimensions of the chair. The height of your dining chairs should allow at least 30 centimetres between the top of the seat and the top of the table. And to keep your tush happy, avoid dining chairs narrower than 45 centimetres.

How can you decorate your dining room?

Dining rooms are relatively minimal spaces, but that makes them a great place to splash a little colour through artwork, especially if yours is a formal dining room. If your dining room is lacking warmth, consider painting the walls a deep shade of red or blue, or go contemporary with black or grey. A cosy rug will make the space feel more intimate, while a sideboard or cabinet of curiosities will further personalise the space. Often overlooked, dining room lighting can also drastically alter the mood of a room, creating drama, spurring romance or encouraging conversation. Opt for soft lighting in the dining area with dimmer switches, and choose oversized pendants in large, open spaces or to make the dining area more of a focal point. Finally, add some table settings, such as a lace tablecloth for a whimsy feel, or a more basic table runner for a chic look. If you need some help designing your dining room, consider checking the Houzz directory of interior designers, home stylists, cabinet makers and more!