Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional kitchen/dining combo in Houston with grey walls, no fireplace, brown floor and medium hardwood floors.

Dining Room Andover, Ma

Window Treasures

This is a shaped box pleated valance made with a Kravet blue medallion fabric
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional kitchen/dining combo in Boston with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Glenveiw Residence

Doreen Schweitzer Interiors, Ltd.

Contemporary artwork makes a bold statement against the backdrop of bold color and traditional furniture and accessories. Photo by Herb Shenkin
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional separate dining room in Chicago with blue walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Above the Boulders

Sever Design Group Architects, Inc

Custom Contemporary Home constructed of steel and concrete laid out on a grid of 23'-0" including a pool supported by 3 columns on the grid.
Large contemporary open plan dining in Phoenix with medium hardwood floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Mid Century Modern Meets 2020

Fox Interiors

Mid-sized midcentury separate dining room in Minneapolis with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Glen Oak

Luminosus Designs LLC

Custom window treatment, custom dining chairs, wainscott, custom artwork, floor mirror, custom silk table runner, coffer ceiling treatment, blue, espresso, black, gray

New Build Great Room & Dining Room in Prairie Village, KS

Design Connection, Inc.

The couple moved into Meadowbrook and found the layout of a dream home with a view that one could only dream of in the middle of Overland Park. They love modern styles, clean lines and color. The rug selection of the main living space gave them inspiration for the color scheme. They wanted white cabinets and then painted the walls blue. With accents of orange, gray and dark blue, the room showcases textures, details and a tailored look. Even the artwork was custom made for the clients with the oranges and blues. Design Connection, Inc. Kansas City interior designer provided space planning, architectural drawings, furniture, artwork, tile, plumbing fixtures, countertops, cabinets, lighting, wallpaper and paint colors, coordination with the builder and project management to ensure that the high standards of Design Connection, Inc. were maintained.

Chevy Chase Residence: Dining Room

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Originally the kitchen of this 1930's colonial, the dining room is open through enfilade entries to the living, kitchen, and side halls, making it the heart of a home that lacked an eat-in kitchen. Painting the walls high-gloss, high-impact navy and installing custom-designed chairs covered in sturdy Trina Turk indoor-outdoor fabric brought both drama and intimacy to the room, while practicality was maintained with the glass dining table that kept the space open and airy and custom-built ins that allow the homeowner critical storage.

Kitchens & Dining Rooms

Hamer Interior Design

Design ideas for a large transitional separate dining room in Orange County with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and no fireplace.

Uptown New Orleans

Maureen Stevens Design

New Orleans uptown home with plenty of natural lighting Transitional space between living room and dining room separated by large wall mirror and wood flooring Natural woven shades and white sheer curtains to let the natural light in Rustic dining room table with green accent chairs and light colored area rug underneath Blue flowers and blue wall art to compliment the blue decor living room

Farmhouse Comfortable Cozy look (Fixer Upper Look)

Chosen Interiors

Mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Atlanta with blue walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

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LRES Marketing • Luxury Real Estate Services LLC

Design ideas for a contemporary dining room in Austin with white walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Runnymede Road

Claire Jefford, Inc.

Stephani Buchman
Beach style dining room in Toronto with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and brown floor.

Kitchen remodel of A-Frame house at Lake Arrowhead

MDB Design Group

We achieved our goal by removing the wall between the dining room and kitchen. The existing wall was about 3 feet deep because it housed the cooktop and the refrigerator. By completely removing this visual and physical block, the new space was open to the dining room. A new bench seat was designed and fabricated to custom fit the wall and the slope of the ceiling. This allowed the dining table to be positioned next to the bench, leaving an aisle between it and the new island. The new island provides prep space, storage on 3 sides, as well as seating for three. This creates an open and welcoming space. JRY & Co.

Traditional on the Peninsula

Provoke Design

The dining area has stayed in the same position, the table and chairs were in great condition and have been repurposed. See before photo and the end of all the photos.

Indian Hills Remodel

restyle design, llc

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in Denver with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and exposed beam.

Vestavia Lake Whole Home

Highland Design+Build

Small midcentury dining room in Birmingham with blue walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Warlingham detached home

Seasons in Colour

Dining room with Little Greene Camelia wallpaper and walls in Pale Wedgwood. The dining table is a family heirloom. The design incorporates old and new elements. Three FLOS wall lights have been added to compensate for the lack of a central ceiling light in the room. The round mirror (90cm wide) helps bounce light around the room. Future plans include extending the kitchen and joining it up with the dining room in one big open plan space. Photo: Jenny Kakoudakis

SOUTHERN COMFORT

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Photography by Tim Souza
Photo of a mid-sized traditional separate dining room in Philadelphia with blue walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

TCI moments

Tommy Chambers Interiors, Inc.

Photo by Steve De Fields
This is an example of a contemporary dining room in Los Angeles with brown floor.

Blue Dining Room Design Ideas with Brown 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!