Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in Boise with grey walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and grey floor.

Laminate Flooring

Burns Flooring and Kitchen Design

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional separate dining room in Tampa with beige walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

DIning

Bartlett Home Furnishings

Mid-sized traditional dining room in Other with beige walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Modern Farmhouse

Schneider Custom Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized country open plan dining in Boise with grey walls, laminate floors and brown floor.

North London renovation

Patience Designs Studio Ltd

This is an example of a large contemporary dining room in London with white walls and laminate floors.

The Rockwood

Urban NW Homes

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary dining room in Portland with laminate floors, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Basement Remodel- Warrenton VA

Bianco Renovations

Photo of a mid-sized country dining room in DC Metro with white walls, laminate floors and brown floor.

Cozy Transitional

All About You - Ann & Angelo Cane

Design ideas for a large transitional open plan dining in Orlando with grey walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and beige floor.

Family home with Japanese inspiration

Yoko Saito

Textured vase adds warm crafted atmosphere. 質感のある器が温かみを添えています。
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in London with white walls, laminate floors and no fireplace.

Dining Room Occupied Staging

Nuvision Home Staging & Design

This is an example of a contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Other with beige walls, laminate floors and grey floor.

Dining Room Occupied Staging

Nuvision Home Staging & Design

Photo of a contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Vancouver with beige walls, laminate floors and grey floor.

воспоминания об Азии

Тарасенко Денис

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Other with laminate floors and brown floor.

Modest Country Home

Keystone Custom Builders, Inc.

Country Kitchen full of light, plenty of windows, and great views. Farmhouse lighting.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional kitchen/dining combo in Denver with beige walls, laminate floors, brown floor and vaulted.

Decoración nórdica

Trazo Interiorismo

Salón low cost estilo nórdico
Large scandinavian dining room in Barcelona with white walls and laminate floors.

Winnetka Project

Flooring Pro, Inc.

Laminate Flooring Installation in Winnetka
Photo of a mid-sized beach style dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and brown floor.

Project 3

ACP Construction Inc.

This is an example of a small transitional open plan dining in Phoenix with beige walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and beige floor.

Heady Lake Hartwell Addition & Renovation

Chapman Design Group, Inc.

Originally built in 1990 the Heady Lakehouse began as a 2,800SF family retreat and now encompasses over 5,635SF. It is located on a steep yet welcoming lot overlooking a cove on Lake Hartwell that pulls you in through retaining walls wrapped with White Brick into a courtyard laid with concrete pavers in an Ashlar Pattern. This whole home renovation allowed us the opportunity to completely enhance the exterior of the home with all new LP Smartside painted with Amherst Gray with trim to match the Quaker new bone white windows for a subtle contrast. You enter the home under a vaulted tongue and groove white washed ceiling facing an entry door surrounded by White brick. Once inside you’re encompassed by an abundance of natural light flooding in from across the living area from the 9’ triple door with transom windows above. As you make your way into the living area the ceiling opens up to a coffered ceiling which plays off of the 42” fireplace that is situated perpendicular to the dining area. The open layout provides a view into the kitchen as well as the sunroom with floor to ceiling windows boasting panoramic views of the lake. Looking back you see the elegant touches to the kitchen with Quartzite tops, all brass hardware to match the lighting throughout, and a large 4’x8’ Santorini Blue painted island with turned legs to provide a note of color. The owner’s suite is situated separate to one side of the home allowing a quiet retreat for the homeowners. Details such as the nickel gap accented bed wall, brass wall mounted bed-side lamps, and a large triple window complete the bedroom. Access to the study through the master bedroom further enhances the idea of a private space for the owners to work. It’s bathroom features clean white vanities with Quartz counter tops, brass hardware and fixtures, an obscure glass enclosed shower with natural light, and a separate toilet room. The left side of the home received the largest addition which included a new over-sized 3 bay garage with a dog washing shower, a new side entry with stair to the upper and a new laundry room. Over these areas, the stair will lead you to two new guest suites featuring a Jack & Jill Bathroom and their own Lounging and Play Area. The focal point for entertainment is the lower level which features a bar and seating area. Opposite the bar you walk out on the concrete pavers to a covered outdoor kitchen feature a 48” grill, Large Big Green Egg smoker, 30” Diameter Evo Flat-top Grill, and a sink all surrounded by granite countertops that sit atop a white brick base with stainless steel access doors. The kitchen overlooks a 60” gas fire pit that sits adjacent to a custom gunite eight sided hot tub with travertine coping that looks out to the lake. This elegant and timeless approach to this 5,000SF three level addition and renovation allowed the owner to add multiple sleeping and entertainment areas while rejuvenating a beautiful lake front lot with subtle contrasting colors.

Laurel Oaks Country Club and Estates, Sarasota

OnPoint Design Group | NonStop Staging

NonStop Staging-Staged Informal Dining, Photography by Christina Cook Lee
Inspiration for a small contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Tampa with grey walls, laminate floors, no fireplace and beige floor.

L'Oratoire : Airbnb haut-de-gamme dans le centre d'Avignon

Alta Mente

Design ideas for a large midcentury dining room in Marseille with laminate floors and beige floor.

Двухкомнатная квартира в современном стиле

Svetlana Konstantinova/ Gruppa komnat

Design ideas for a small contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Other with grey walls and laminate floors.

Brown Dining Room Design Ideas with Laminate Floors

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!