Modern Dining Room in an open floor plan, sits between the Living Room, Kitchen and Backyard Patio. The modern electric fireplace wall is finished in distressed grey plaster. Modern Dining Room Furniture in Black and white is paired with a sculptural glass chandelier. Floor to ceiling windows and modern sliding glass doors expand the living space to the outdoors.

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Remo Stilhof

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Munich with black walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Modern Dining Rooms

CHAPLINS

Photo of a large transitional open plan dining in London with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

DUEPIÙUNO P5

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

Vista notturna. Le fonti luminose artificiali sono molto variegate per creare differenti scenari, grazie anche al sistema domotico.
Expansive contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Milan with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, beige floor and wallpaper.

Flinders Ranch

Destination Living

The brief for this project was for the house to be at one with its surroundings. Integrating harmoniously into its coastal setting a focus for the house was to open it up to allow the light and sea breeze to breathe through the building. The first floor seems almost to levitate above the landscape by minimising the visual bulk of the ground floor through the use of cantilevers and extensive glazing. The contemporary lines and low lying form echo the rolling country in which it resides.

Carneal Historic Restoration

Alto Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional separate dining room in Cincinnati with black walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Haus am Hang Siegburg

bünck ARCHITEKTUR

Inspiration for a large modern open plan dining in Cologne with white walls, a two-sided fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

CAMMERAY RESIDENCE

Studio Trio

This is an example of a midcentury open plan dining in Sydney with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Hilton Head / Savannah Residential

Savannah Surfaces, Inc.

Chesney's Mantel
Photo of a large traditional separate dining room in Atlanta with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Wellington Court

Graham Atkins-Hughes Photography

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in London with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Dallas Kitchen Renovation

Design By Kimberly Vaughan

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Dallas with red walls, dark hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Lindenwood Manor - New Build Manor House

Collett Custom Homes

Large traditional dining room in Kent with white walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and beige floor.

Sophisticated Mid-Century Home : Barnes

Cassidy Hughes Interior Design

Gregory Davies
Inspiration for a midcentury separate dining room in London with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Dachgeschoss in Berlin Friedrichshain

Sybille Israel Design

Photo of a large industrial dining room in Berlin with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Bilocale A.

Marta Bonesu | That Short Architect

Design ideas for a small contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Other with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and wallpaper.

Country Retreat

Carter Tyberghein

Design ideas for a large eclectic open plan dining in Sussex with purple walls, medium hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, brown floor and exposed beam.

Mediterranean Dining Room

Design ideas for a large mediterranean separate dining room in Tampa with porcelain floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown walls.

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS ESTATES

InsideStyle Home and Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in Las Vegas with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Listed Manor House

Okonik

Photo of a large mediterranean dining room in Sussex with white walls, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, grey floor and exposed beam.

Lake Forest Country Estate

Pretorius Studio

Chocolate brown walls stippled glazed wall finish. Interior design by Soucie Horner.
Inspiration for a large traditional separate dining room in Chicago with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

Black Dining Room Design Ideas with a Plaster Fireplace Surround

A 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 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 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 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!