A contemporary holiday home located on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula featuring rammed earth walls, timber lined ceilings and flagstone floors. This home incorporates strong, natural elements and the joinery throughout features custom, stained oak timber cabinetry and natural limestone benchtops. With a nod to the mid century modern era and a balance of natural, warm elements this home displays a uniquely Australian design style. This home is a cocoon like sanctuary for rejuvenation and relaxation with all the modern conveniences one could wish for thoughtfully integrated.

Kitchen/Dining

Drift Interiors

Design ideas for a large contemporary open plan dining in Wollongong with white walls, light hardwood floors and a two-sided fireplace.

Hudson River Views

Darci Hether New York

With four bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, and a revamped family room, this gut renovation of this three-story Westchester home is all about thoughtful design and meticulous attention to detail. The dining area, with its refined wooden table and comfortable chairs, is perfect for gatherings and entertaining in style. --- Our interior design service area is all of New York City including the Upper East Side and Upper West Side, as well as the Hamptons, Scarsdale, Mamaroneck, Rye, Rye City, Edgemont, Harrison, Bronxville, and Greenwich CT. For more about Darci Hether, see here: https://darcihether.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://darcihether.com/portfolio/hudson-river-view-home-renovation-westchester

Menlo Park - new traditional house

JPM Construction

JPM Construction offers complete support for designing, building, and renovating homes in Atherton, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, and surrounding mid-peninsula areas. With a focus on high-quality craftsmanship and professionalism, our clients can expect premium end-to-end service. The promise of JPM is unparalleled quality both on-site and off, where we value communication and attention to detail at every step. Onsite, we work closely with our own tradesmen, subcontractors, and other vendors to bring the highest standards to construction quality and job site safety. Off site, our management team is always ready to communicate with you about your project. The result is a beautiful, lasting home and seamless experience for you.

California Street

Napoleon at Home

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open plan dining in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and brown floor.

Réhabilitation complète d'une maison de maitre près d'Apt

Inspirations d'Intérieurs • Agence & Boutique •

Photo of a large mediterranean open plan dining in Marseille with white walls, travertine floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround, beige floor and exposed beam.

Bel Aire Chinoiserie Mural

MuralSources

For the Richmond Symphony Showhouse in 2018. This room was designed by David Barden Designs, photographed by Ansel Olsen. The Mural is "Bel Aire" in the "Emerald" colorway. Installed above a chair rail that was painted to match.

Acucraft Residential Custom Gas Fireplaces

Acucraft Fireplaces

Acucraft custom gas linear fireplace with glass reveal and blue glass media.
Expansive modern kitchen/dining combo in Boston with white walls, travertine floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and grey floor.

Born & Bred Studio - Open Plan Living, Upminster

Born & Bred Studio

Photo Credits: Anna Stathaki
Photo of a mid-sized modern dining room in London with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

Charlestown Brownstone

DANE AUSTIN INTERIOR DESIGN Boston & Cambridge

A love of blues and greens and a desire to feel connected to family were the key elements requested to be reflected in this home. Project designed by Boston interior design studio Dane Austin Design. They serve Boston, Cambridge, Hingham, Cohasset, Newton, Weston, Lexington, Concord, Dover, Andover, Gloucester, as well as surrounding areas. For more about Dane Austin Design, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/charlestown-brownstone

Seward Park Gables

Board & Vellum

Photos by Andrew Giammarco Photography.
Large country open plan dining in Seattle with dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, blue walls, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Urban Dining Room

A Curated Room

Mid-sized transitional kitchen/dining combo in Atlanta with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

The Art House

Joelle Uzyel

Large contemporary separate dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, a ribbon fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

SAINT JACQUES

atelier daaa

Photo : BCDF Studio
Mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Paris with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and beige floor.

Modern House Remodeling Project @ Willows

VMAX LLC

Anna Zagorodna
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary dining room in Richmond with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a tile fireplace surround and a ribbon fireplace.

The Beckett

Toogood Built Homes

Walter Galaviz
This is an example of a mid-sized country open plan dining in Austin with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a metal fireplace surround and beige floor.

Nolen Lane Interior Design

Sage Design

Photo of a large transitional separate dining room in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

Modern Warmth - Energy Efficient New Construction with Open Modern Design

The Chuba Company

Dining Room
Mid-sized contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Minneapolis with white walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

North Lake Lodge

Riemco Design + Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized country open plan dining in Detroit with white walls, light hardwood floors, a corner fireplace and a stone fireplace surround.

Wheelers Hill Project

Destination Living

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary separate dining room in Melbourne with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a metal fireplace surround.

All Fireplaces 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!