Photo of a transitional dining room in Hertfordshire with blue walls, light hardwood floors and a standard fireplace.

Benjamin Moore's Blue Note 2129-30 Photo by Wes Tarca
Photo of a transitional kitchen/dining combo in New York with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and blue walls.

Transitional Dining Room

Transitional separate dining room in Chicago with blue walls, dark hardwood floors and no fireplace.

Modern meets traditional home in the suburbs

Olamar Interiors

Tinius Photography
Traditional separate dining room in DC Metro with blue walls and dark hardwood floors.

High Barnet – redesign of a ground floor

JLV Design Ltd

The room was used as a home office, by opening the kitchen onto it, we've created a warm and inviting space, where the family loves gathering.
Large contemporary separate dining room in London with blue walls, light hardwood floors, a hanging fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, beige floor and coffered.

Midlothian Custom New Build

Jennifer Stoner Interiors

The dining room is to the right of the front door when you enter the home. We designed the trim detail on the ceiling, along with the layout and trim profile of the wainscoting throughout the foyer. The walls are covered in blue grass cloth wallpaper and the arched windows are framed by gorgeous coral faux silk drapery panels.

Hayes Barton 1

DJF Builders Inc

Photo of a transitional dining room in Raleigh with blue walls and light hardwood floors.

Crisp Blue and White Dining Room

Impeccably Designed Homes by Donna Hoffman

WINNER OF IDS DESIGNER OF THE YEAR AWARD 2014 Like all the spaces we design, this room is totally about the people who live in it. True, the room started as a blank empty box, and while this couple likes architectural interest, the low ceiling was a challenge. Our solution was to add a wonderful niche – perfect to correct the uneven window wall AND indulge an architectural craving. Au courante grass cloth wallpaper and a modern rug are the perfect foil for the refreshing furnishings and appointments that span from 19th century to mid-century to modern.

Hampstead (2)

LEIVARS

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury separate dining room in London with blue walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Oxford

Oliver Construction, Inc.

Separate dining room in Detroit with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Caspani Tino

Style Furniture and Decor

BUFFET FOR DINING ROOM from Caspani Tino Group EXCLUSIVE LINE OF FURNITURE MADE IN ITALY
Inspiration for an expansive traditional open plan dining in Miami with blue walls, carpet and no fireplace.

Transitional Downtown Abode, Full Home Design

User

The dining room is framed by a metallic silver ceiling and molding alongside red and orange striped draperies paired with woven wood blinds. A contemporary nude painting hangs above a pair of vintage ivory lamps atop a vintage orange buffet. Black rattan chairs with red leather seats surround a transitional stained trestle table, and the teal walls set off the room’s dark walnut wood floors and aqua blue hemp and wool rug.

Chic and Classic

Lacy Green

Inspiration for a beach style separate dining room in Denver with blue walls, no fireplace and medium hardwood floors.

Concord House

kelly mcguill home

Design ideas for a transitional dining room in Boston with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, decorative wall panelling and wallpaper.

ProTect Painters: Interior Painting in Friendswood, TX

Matt Haner

Interior Painting - In this dining room, we used Colorado Gray below the chair rail and Ice Cube Silver above. Notice how these colors draw the adjoining rooms together in this open floor plan.

Hampshire Cottage

Chris Snook

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Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic dining room in London with carpet, no fireplace, beige floor and blue walls.

Warehouse District Townhome

S Squared Design, LLC

Client wanted a dining room where entertaining could happen in style. Cool steel blue on the walls to add a splash of color while keeping the overall color scheme neutral and clean. Mix of walnut, chrome, steel, white lacquer, pewter silk and acrylic made this space shine. We topped it all off with a milk glass orb chandelier and fresh flowers.

Swanky Modern Dining Room Bar

EHS Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized modern separate dining room in Other with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and recessed.

White & Bright

Annette Jaffe Interiors

Our Long Island studio designed this stunning home with bright neutrals and classic pops to create a warm, welcoming home with modern amenities. In the kitchen, we chose a blue and white theme and added leather high chairs to give it a classy appeal. Sleek pendants add a hint of elegance. In the dining room, comfortable chairs with chequered upholstery create a statement. We added a touch of drama by painting the ceiling a deep aubergine. AJI also added a sitting space with a comfortable couch and chairs to bridge the kitchen and the main living space. The family room was designed to create maximum space for get-togethers with a comfy sectional and stylish swivel chairs. The unique wall decor creates interesting pops of color. In the master suite upstairs, we added walk-in closets and a twelve-foot-long window seat. The exquisite en-suite bathroom features a stunning freestanding tub for relaxing after a long day. --- Project designed by Long Island interior design studio Annette Jaffe Interiors. They serve Long Island including the Hamptons, as well as NYC, the tri-state area, and Boca Raton, FL. For more about Annette Jaffe Interiors, click here: https://annettejaffeinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://annettejaffeinteriors.com/residential-portfolio/long-island-renovation/

Hancock Bungalow

Jeanne Schultz Design Studio

Farrow and Ball Hague Blue walls, trim, and ceiling. Versace Home bird wallpaper complements Farrow and Ball Hague blue accents and pink and red furniture. Grand wood beaded chandelier plays on traditional baroque design in a modern way. Old painted windows match the trim, wainscoting and walls. Existing round dining table surrounded by spray painted Carnival red dining room chairs which match the custom curtain rods in living room. Plastered ram sculpture as playful object on floor balances scale and interesting interactive piece for the child of the house.

Black Dining Room Design Ideas with Blue Walls

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!