Modern Dining Room in an open floor plan, sits between the Living Room, Kitchen and Backyard Patio. The modern electric fireplace wall is finished in distressed grey plaster. Modern Dining Room Furniture in Black and white is paired with a sculptural glass chandelier. Floor to ceiling windows and modern sliding glass doors expand the living space to the outdoors.

The Bedford House

Lori Dennis, Inc.

Modern Dining Room in an open floor plan, sits between the Living Room, Kitchen and Outdoor Patio. The modern electric fireplace wall is finished in distressed grey plaster. Modern Dining Room Furniture in Black and white is paired with a sculptural glass chandelier.

Custom Interiors

Beer Architectural Group

Photo of an expansive traditional open plan dining in New York with beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Patching Residence

Dylan Barber Building Design

This is an example of a large beach style open plan dining in Geelong with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

DUEPIÙUNO P5

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

Vista notturna. Le fonti luminose artificiali sono molto variegate per creare differenti scenari, grazie anche al sistema domotico.
Expansive contemporary kitchen/dining combo in Milan with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, beige floor and wallpaper.

Piedmont Hills, Modern Home

Alma Home Studio

This modern dining room accompanies an entire home remodel in the hills of Piedmont California. The wet bar was once a closet for dining storage that we recreated into a beautiful dual wet bar and dining storage unit with open shelving and modern geometric blue tile.

Appartement Jouffroy d'Abbans-

Agence KP-Architecte d'intérieur

En tant que designer, j'ai toujours été fasciné par la rencontre entre l'ancien et le moderne. Le projet que je vous présente aujourd'hui incarne cette fusion avec brio. Au cœur d'un appartement haussmannien, symbole d'un Paris d'antan, se dévoile un séjour audacieusement revêtu de bleu foncé. Cette nuance profonde et envoûtante ne se contente pas de donner une atmosphère contemporaine à la pièce ; elle met aussi en valeur les détails architecturaux si caractéristiques des intérieurs haussmanniens : moulures délicates, cheminées en marbre et parquets en point de Hongrie. Le bleu foncé, loin d'opprimer l'espace, le sublime en créant un contraste saisissant avec la luminosité naturelle qui baigne le séjour par ses larges fenêtres. Ce choix audacieux témoigne de ma volonté constante de repousser les frontières du design traditionnel, tout en restant fidèle à l'âme et à l'histoire du lieu. Ce séjour, avec ses tonalités modernes nichées dans un écrin classique, est une ode à la beauté intemporelle et à l'innovation audacieuse.

Electric roller blind in matching fabric

Specialist Blinds

As a final touch, we also provided an electric roller blind with matching fascia and fabric to create a truly complete appearance to the room, with a very balanced design to the soft furnishings and over all colour palette. Not only does the roller blind operate almost silently, but it can be grouped to work with the lantern roof blind or just operate on its own using the fully featured app available from Somfy®.

Residential interior refurbishment

Deik

Project: Residential interior refurbishment Site: Kensington, London  Designer: Deik (www.deik.co.uk) Photographer: Anna Stathaki Floral/prop stylish: Simone Bell We have also recently completed a commercial design project for Café Kitsuné in Pantechnicon (a Nordic-Japanese inspired shop, restaurant and café). Simplicity and understated luxury The property is a Grade II listed building in the Queen’s Gate Conservation area. It has been carefully refurbished to make the most out of its existing period features, with all structural elements and mechanical works untouched and preserved. The client asked for modest, understated modern luxury, and wanted to keep some of the family antique furniture. The flat has been transformed with the use of neutral, clean and simple elements that blend subtly with the architecture of the shell. Classic furniture and modern details complement and enhance one another. The focus in this project is on craftsmanship, handiwork and the use of traditional, natural, timeless materials. A mix of solid oak, stucco plaster, marble and bronze emphasize the building’s heritage. The raw stucco walls provide a simple, earthy warmth, referencing artisanal plasterwork. With its muted tones and rough-hewn simplicity, stucco is the perfect backdrop for the timeless furniture and interiors. Feature wall lights have been carefully placed to bring out the surface of the stucco, creating a dramatic feel throughout the living room and corridor. The bathroom and shower room employ subtle, minimal details, with elegant grey marble tiles and pale oak joinery creating warm, calming tones and a relaxed atmosphere.

The Listed House

Simpson & Voyle

This elegant dining space seamlessly blends classic and modern design elements, creating a sophisticated and inviting ambiance. The room features a large bay window that allows ample natural light to illuminate the space, enhancing the soft, neutral color palette. A plush, tufted bench in a rich teal velvet lines one side of the dining area, offering comfortable seating along with a touch of color. The bespoke bench is flanked by marble columns that match the marble archway, adding a luxurious feel to the room. A mid-century modern wooden dining table with a smooth finish and organic curves is surrounded by contemporary chairs upholstered in light gray fabric, with slender brass legs that echo the bench's elegance. Above, a statement pendant light with a cloud-like design and brass accents provides a modern focal point, while the classic white ceiling rose and intricate crown molding pay homage to the building's historical character. The herringbone patterned wooden floor adds warmth and texture, complementing the classic white wainscoting and wall panels. A vase with a lush arrangement of flowers serves as a centerpiece, injecting life and color into the setting. This space, ideal for both family meals and formal gatherings, reflects a thoughtful curation of design elements that respect the building's heritage while embracing contemporary style.

WOHNUNG IM HUNSRÜCK

BRÜNING INTERIORS

Über dem Essbereich kreisen die unvergleichlichen Occhio Mito Leuchten. Diese geben dem Raum einen leichten, poetischen Charakter. Der Jalis Stuhl von COR macht jeden Esstisch zum beliebten Mittelpunkt - hier ganz besonders in Verbindung mit dem Esstisch Soma von Kettnaker.

Greener Pastures | Oregon City Home Addition

Mountainwood Homes

The black windows in this modern farmhouse dining room take in the Mt. Hood views. The dining room is integrated into the open-concept floorplan, and the large aged iron chandelier hangs above the dining table.

Wohnhaus

studio lot Architektur | Innenarchitektur

Antje Hanebeck, München
Contemporary open plan dining in Munich with white walls, light hardwood floors, a two-sided fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

Formal Dining Room

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

From the natural stone flooring molding and millwork to the custom fireplace and mantel, this home has everything the clients wanted. Did you notice the French doors and custom chandeliers?

Indoor - Outdoor Dining Area with Skyframe Opening System

Janey Butler Interiors

Working with Llama Architects & Llama Group on the total renovation of this once dated cottage set in a wonderful location. Creating for our clients within this project a stylish contemporary dining area with skyframe frameless sliding doors, allowing for wonderful indoor - outdoor luxuryliving. With a beautifully bespoke dining table & stylish Piet Boon Dining Chairs, Ochre Seed Cloud chandelier and built in leather booth seating. This new addition completed this new Kitchen Area, with wall to wall Skyframe that maximised the views to the extensive gardens, and when opened, had no supports / structures to hinder the view, so that the whole corner of the room was completely open to the bri solet, so that in the summer months you can dine inside or out with no apparent divide. This was achieved by clever installation of the Skyframe System, with integrated drainage allowing seamless continuation of the flooring and ceiling finish from the inside to the covered outside area. New underfloor heating and a complete AV system was also installed with Crestron & Lutron Automation and Control over all of the Lighitng and AV. We worked with our partners at Kitchen Architecture who supplied the stylish Bautaulp B3 Kitchen and Gaggenau Applicances, to design a large kitchen that was stunning to look at in this newly created room, but also gave all the functionality our clients needed with their large family and frequent entertaining.

Contemporary Dining Room

Inspiration for a large contemporary kitchen/dining combo in London with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

East 78th Street Penthouse

VGC NYC Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional dining room in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a ribbon fireplace and a plaster fireplace surround.

30A Beach House - Azalea

The Gall Group: Design | Build | Remodel

Located in Old Seagrove, FL, this 1980's beach house was is steps away from the beach and a short walk from Seaside Square. Working with local general contractor, Corestruction, the existing 3 bedroom and 3 bath house was completely remodeled. Additionally, 3 more bedrooms and bathrooms were constructed over the existing garage and kitchen, staying within the original footprint. This modern coastal design focused on maximizing light and creating a comfortable and inviting home to accommodate large families vacationing at the beach. The large backyard was completely overhauled, adding a pool, limestone pavers and turf, to create a relaxing outdoor living space.

Fitchett Street

Koda Design

Inspiration for a large dining room in Brisbane with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a wood stove, a plaster fireplace surround and brown floor.

New Construction - Drexel Ave. West Hollywood

Luxe Remodel

Design ideas for a large mediterranean dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround, beige floor and vaulted.

Dining Room Design Ideas with a Plaster 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!