Dining Room | Seven Hills | 02104 by Pinnacle Architectural Studio

Inspiration for an expansive arts and crafts dining room in Las Vegas with beige walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround, vaulted and brick walls.

Oyster Harbors Estate

DANE AUSTIN INTERIOR DESIGN Boston & Cambridge

The clients wanted an elegant, sophisticated, and comfortable style that served their lives but also required a design that would preserve and enhance various existing details. To modernize the interior, we looked to the home's gorgeous water views, bringing in colors and textures that related to sand, sea, and sky. 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/oyster-harbors-estate

Interior Makeovers by Annie OCallaghan

Dining Room in Mountain Brook
Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in St Louis with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a brick fireplace surround.

Mid Century in Lake Forest Park

Alex Crook Photography

Photography by Alex Crook www.alexcrook.com
Small midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Seattle with black walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and yellow floor.

Canyon Mist San Antonio

Hyden Design Group

Dining area in-between the Kitchen and Living Room area. This shows the center job built wood burning fireplace with its extra high hearth
Inspiration for a large country open plan dining in Austin with light hardwood floors, white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Custom Residence

Zoltan Construction LLC

Zoltan Construction, Roger Wade Photography
This is an example of an expansive traditional kitchen/dining combo in Orlando with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors and a brick fireplace surround.

South Hampton, New York

Lisa Mende Design

Marco Ricco Photography
Inspiration for an eclectic dining room in Charlotte with white walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and beige floor.

LAKE VIEW RESIDENCE

Urban Prairie Architectural Collaborative, P.C.

Design ideas for an expansive beach style open plan dining in Kansas City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

The Cricketers - walk home & studio

Walk Interior Architecture & Design

Inspiration for an eclectic dining room in Hampshire with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

The Little Park

User

This is an example of a mid-sized country open plan dining in Denver with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and beige floor.

Great Room - Next Level Ranch

Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC

The large great room of this updated 1940's Custom Cape Ranch features a U-shaped kitchen with a large center island and white marble-patterned backsplash and countertops, a dining area, and a small living area. A large skylight above the island and large French windows bring plenty of light into the space, brightening the white recessed panel cabinets. The living/dining area of the great room features an original red brick fireplace with the original wainscot paneling that, along with other Traditional features were kept to balance the contemporary renovations resulting in a Transitional style throughout the home. Finally, there is a butlers pantry / serving area with built-in wine storage and cabinets to match the kitchen. Architect: T.J. Costello - Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC Interior Designer: Helena Clunies-Ross

Oregon City Living Space Remodel

User

Round shapes and walnut woodwork pull the whole space together. The sputnik shapes in the rug are mimicked in the Living Room light sconces and the artwork on the wall near the Entry Door. The Pantry Door pulls the circular and walnut together as well.

Montauk Residence Dining Room

Murdock Solon Architects

The design approach conceives of the exterior and interior spaces as a contiguous space, to capitalize on the opportunity the site presents for outdoor living. The architectural materials employed in the design of the facade described above weave the exterior seamlessly with the interior living spaces; as a result the indoor and outdoor areas can be experienced simultaneously, allowing all family members to share a common space together even while engaged in different activities.

Rekonstruktion Kapitänshaus

Dr. Michael Flagmeyer Architekten

Tino Sieland
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style open plan dining in Hanover with white walls, brick floors, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Dining Room - Home Staging

White Oak Home Staging

Dining Room - Home Staging by White Oak Home Staging
Photo of a large country kitchen/dining combo in San Diego with white walls, a two-sided fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and medium hardwood floors.

Water View Greenwich Home

GRAYSON DE VERE

Inspiration for a large contemporary separate dining room in Other with brown walls, medium hardwood floors, a corner fireplace, a brick fireplace surround and brown floor.

Yellow Rhapsody: Kirkland living and dining area design

Interiors by Popov

This project is a great example of how small changes can have a huge impact on a space. Our clients wanted to have a more functional dining and living areas while combining his modern and hers more traditional style. The goal was to bring the space into the 21st century aesthetically without breaking the bank. We first tackled the massive oak built-in fireplace surround in the dining area, by painting it a lighter color. We added built-in LED lights, hidden behind each shelf ledge, to provide soft accent lighting. By changing the color of the trim and walls, we lightened the whole space up. We turned a once unused space, adjacent to the living room into a much-needed library, accommodating an area for the electric piano. We added light modern sectional, an elegant coffee table, and a contemporary TV media unit in the living room. New dark wood floors, stylish accessories and yellow drapery add warmth to the space and complete the look. The home is now ready for a grand party with champagne and live entertainment.

Lakehouse Retreat

Beth Dotolo, ASID, RID, NCIDQ

Stephen Karlisch // This lakeside home was completely refurbished inside and out to accommodate 16 guests in a stylish, hotel-like setting. Owned by a long-time client of Pulp, this home reflects the owner's personal style -- well-traveled and eclectic -- while also serving as a landing pad for her large family. With spa-like guest bathrooms equipped with robes and lotions, guest bedrooms with multiple beds and high-quality comforters, and a party deck with a bar/entertaining area, this is the ultimate getaway.

Rothgeb Transformation

Distinctive Remodeling, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open plan dining in Raleigh with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a brick fireplace surround, no fireplace and brown floor.

Arvada Full Home Renovation

TVL Creative Ltd.

We were excited to take on this full home remodel with our Arvada clients! They have been living in their home for years, and were ready to delve into some major construction to make their home a perfect fit. This home had a lot of its original 1970s features, and we were able to work together to make updates throughout their home to make it fit their more modern tastes. We started by lowering their raised living room to make it level with the rest of their first floor; this not only removed a major tripping hazard, but also gave them a lot more flexibility when it came to placing furniture. To make their newly leveled first floor feel more cohesive we also replaced their mixed flooring with a gorgeous engineered wood flooring throughout the whole first floor. But the second floor wasn’t left out, we also updated their carpet with a subtle patterned grey beauty that tied in with the colors we utilized on the first floor. New taller baseboards throughout their entire home also helped to unify the spaces and brought the update full circle. One of the most dramatic changes we made was to take down all of the original wood railings and replace them custom steel railings. Our goal was to design a staircase that felt lighter and created less of a visual barrier between spaces. We painted the existing stringer a crisp white, and to balance out the cool steel finish, we opted for a wooden handrail. We also replaced the original carpet wrapped steps with dark wooden steps that coordinate with the finish of the handrail. Lighting has a major impact on how we feel about the space we’re in, and we took on this home’s lighting problems head on. By adding recessed lighting to the family room, and replacing all of the light fixtures on the first floor we were able to create more even lighting throughout their home as well as add in a few fun accents in the dining room and stairwell. To update the fireplace in the family room we replaced the original mantel with a dark solid wood beam to clean up the lines of the fireplace. We also replaced the original mirrored gold doors with a more contemporary dark steel finished to help them blend in better. The clients also wanted to tackle their powder room, and already had a beautiful new vanity selected, so we were able to design the rest of the space around it. Our favorite touch was the new accent tile installed from floor to ceiling behind the vanity adding a touch of texture and a clear focal point to the space. Little changes like replacing all of their door hardware, removing the popcorn ceiling, painting the walls, and updating the wet bar by painting the cabinets and installing a new quartz counter went a long way towards making this home a perfect fit for our clients.

Dining Room Design Ideas with a Brick Fireplace Surround

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!