This split level Portland home was just begging to be updated. Prior to being remodeled, this home had a small, outdated kitchen closed off to the rest of the living spaces. The clients wished to open up the space, make it feel more modern and bright while focusing on a neutral palate. The kitchen was opened up with rustic reclaimed wood columns/beam and features black lower cabinets and white uppers. The kitchen beautifully unites modern and more classic touches further with white subway tile, black stainless steel appliances and quartz counters.

Historic Contemporary Cottage

Lisa Stewart Design

The Dining Room wall color is Sherwin Williams 6719 Gecko. This darling Downtown Raleigh Cottage is over 100 years old. The current owners wanted to have some fun in their historic home! Sherwin Williams and Restoration Hardware paint colors inside add a contemporary feel.

Natural Hard Maple - Dining Room

Lauzon Wood Floors

Take a look at our beautiful Natural Exclusive Hard Maple hardwood flooring in this beautiful model home dining room.
This is an example of a small contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Montreal with white walls, light hardwood floors, a metal fireplace surround, a standard fireplace and beige floor.

Dining Room

Jules Duffy Designs

Photographed by Laura Moss
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in New York with blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Bed-Stuy House

Outpost Club

Small contemporary dining room in New York with beige walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and beige floor.

Community Dining Table

Nine Dot Design

Design ideas for a small beach style open plan dining in Los Angeles with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Staging Woodland Hills

Haenen Design Studios

The open floor plan allows for a large family gathering. We set the table with artistic flatware and a custom made runner. An original graphite drawing on the wall finishes the look.

Los Angeles Spanish bungalow remodel

ArtCraft Homes LLC

A traditional 1930 Spanish bungalow, re-imagined and respectfully updated by ArtCraft Homes to create a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home of over 1,300sf plus 400sf of bonus space in a finished detached 2-car garage. Authentic vintage tiles from Claycraft Potteries adorn the all-original Spanish-style fireplace. Remodel by Tim Braseth of ArtCraft Homes, Los Angeles. Photos by Larry Underhill.

East Vancouver Fireplace & Living Room

Construct by Nuthatch

Custom dining room fireplace surround featuring authentic Moroccan zellige tiles. The fireplace is accented by a custom bench seat for the dining room. The surround expands to the wall to create a step which creates the new location for a home bar.

House Lift Transformation

Board & Vellum

Photo by Travis Peterson.
Photo of a large transitional open plan dining in Seattle with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a metal fireplace surround.

Loft Saint Louis

User

This is an example of a mid-sized industrial dining room in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

1930's House Renovation in Wiltshire

Catriona Archer

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Wiltshire with medium hardwood floors and a brick fireplace surround.

Malibu Family Home

Holly Viane Interiors, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in Los Angeles with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

RELOOKING D'UNE MAISON TRADITIONNELLE

Muriel JANSSOONE

Cette pièce à vivre de 53 m² est au cœur de la vie familiale. Elle regroupe la cuisine, la salle à manger et le séjour. Tout y est pensé pour vivre ensemble, dans un climat de détente. J'ai apporté de la modernité et de la chaleur à cette maison traditionnelle.

Modern Farmhouse Living Room

lnclighting.llc

This aged chandelier features distressed wood beads that create a small fall, which give us a unique and elegant charm. The classic chandelier gets a rustic update with a brown finish and flower shape. It is ideal for a dining room, kitchen, bedroom, living room, and foyer. The chandelier brings a creativity and love for transforming houses into beautiful spaces.

The Sunderland House

Expose Design Group Inc.

Dinning Area
This is an example of a small traditional dining room in Toronto with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, coffered and wood walls.

REFUGIO DE MONTAÑA EL GALLO

Studio Transparente

Marta Guillem El proyecto consistía en convertir un refugio de cazadores en una bonita casa de campo. La propiedad pertenecía a los abuelos de nuestros clientes, situada en la cima de una montaña, convertía el lugar en un sitio privilegiado por sus vistas al mar en los días claros, su hermosa vegetación y su privacidad al no tener vecinos en un par de kilómetros. Las premisas que se nos plantearon a la hora de realizar el proyecto es la de convertir el espacio en un lugar de descanso, de relax, para desconectar del estrés de la ciudad, un espacio de calma para compartir unos buenos momentos junto a su familia y a sus amigos. El presupuesto debía ser mínimo, no se debía modificar nada de la estructura ni del exterior, la zonificación debía constar de una habitación de matrimonio, una cocina, una zona de comer y una zona chill out cerca de la chimenea.

Overland Park Remodel

Picture KC

Samantha Ward
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional open plan dining in Kansas City with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Relaxed Classics

Studio 68/32

Denis Melnik
Photo of a mid-sized dining room in Other with green walls, ceramic floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Lillooet Dining Room

User

Long wall was extended, then covered in brick veneer. Modern glass 96" electric fireplace was mounted on the brick. New parsons chairs were added to the existing table. Floors are wire-brushed oak. Jeanne Grier/Stylish Fireplaces & Interiors

All Fireplace Surrounds Dining Room Design Ideas

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!