Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in Dijon with grey walls and orange floor.

This is an example of a traditional separate dining room in Stockholm with medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and orange floor.

Forbes Street Residence

3R Design Studio

A newly furnished space for these clients that split their time between the Sunshine State and Cape Breton Island. Fresh design for this once empty space now filled with a pulled together soothing contemporary style. It all started with the chartreuse coloured chairs in the dining room then I added the moody blue dark paint on the walls, contemporary art, elegant lighting and a graphic rug in the living room. This space totally suits the homeowner. Ready for memories and enjoying company with family and friends! It’s a pallet of deep blues, grey’s, white and a mix of yellow to bring it all together for a relaxing space. It’s always fun to help my clients create a vision for their living space that reflects their taste and style.

«Arty Chic» Pièce de vie et Cuisine

Chopardesign

Un graphisme original Dans ce grand appartement, les espaces multifonctionnels et lumineux avaient besoin d’être remis au goût du jour. Nos clients souhaitaient moderniser leur intérieur et mettre en valeur le mobilier existant. Particularité de la cuisine de 20m², la salle à manger se trouve en enfilade derrière l’îlot central. Nos clients ayant déjà opté pour un mur noir en fond nous l’avons accentué en créant un véritable mur de chevrons. Travaillé de manière graphique, ce mur accent apporte beaucoup de charme à ce volume et définit l’emplacement de l’espace repas. Son assise, une banquette XXL réalisée sur mesure s’étend de part en part de la pièce et accueille les nombreuses plantes vertes. Côté cuisine, un relooking a permis de conserver la majorité des meubles existants. Selon le souhait de nos clients, le mobilier en très bon état a simplement été repeint et des poignées en cuir très tendance ont été installées. Seul l’ensemble de meubles hauts a été remplacé au profit d’une composition plus légère visuellement jouant sur des placards de dimensions variées. Au salon, le meuble tv déjà présent est réveillé par une teinte douce et des étagères en chêne massif. Le joli mur bleu séparant les deux pièces est habillé d’un ensemble d’assiettes au design actuel et d’un miroir central qui joue sur la rondeur. En fond de pièce, un bureau épuré et fonctionnel prend place. Le large plan est associé à un duo d’étagères verticales décoratives qui s’élancent jusqu’au plafond pour équilibrer les volumes. Pour les couleurs, des teintes douces et élégantes comme le blanc ou le beige mettent en valeur la luminosité et la décoration. Un contraste entre ces couleurs claires et le noir apportent de la modernité et les tons orangés réchauffent l’atmosphère. Le mobilier épuré et les touches de métal se marient naturellement pour donner du caractère à cet appartement, ergonomique et convivial dans lequel les matières se mêlent les unes aux autres avec simplicité.

Roux at Parliament Square

Rosendale Design

Design ideas for a large traditional open plan dining in London with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, orange floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Moorooka 1940's Home

Studio Lifestyling

This room had wallpaper installed, complete re-paint, and timber staining, new lighting, rugs, furniture, and table styling.
Inspiration for a small midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Brisbane with beige walls, light hardwood floors and orange floor.

Gamla stan

Henrik Nero

Inspiration for a traditional dining room in Stockholm with pink walls, medium hardwood floors and orange floor.

Roux at Parliament Square

Rosendale Design

This is an example of a large traditional open plan dining in London with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, orange floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Roux at Parliament Square

Rosendale Design

Inspiration for a large traditional open plan dining in London with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, orange floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Roux at Parliament Square

Rosendale Design

Design ideas for a large traditional open plan dining in London with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, orange floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Roux at Parliament Square

Rosendale Design

Inspiration for a large traditional open plan dining in London with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, orange floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Roux at Parliament Square

Rosendale Design

Photo of a large traditional open plan dining in London with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, orange floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Roux at Parliament Square

Rosendale Design

Design ideas for a large traditional open plan dining in London with green walls, carpet, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, orange floor, coffered and panelled walls.

Black Dining Room Design Ideas with Orange Floor

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!