First impression count as you enter this custom-built Horizon Homes property at Kellyville. The home opens into a stylish entryway, with soaring double height ceilings. It’s often said that the kitchen is the heart of the home. And that’s literally true with this home. With the kitchen in the centre of the ground floor, this home provides ample formal and informal living spaces on the ground floor. At the rear of the house, a rumpus room, living room and dining room overlooking a large alfresco kitchen and dining area make this house the perfect entertainer. It’s functional, too, with a butler’s pantry, and laundry (with outdoor access) leading off the kitchen. There’s also a mudroom – with bespoke joinery – next to the garage. Upstairs is a mezzanine office area and four bedrooms, including a luxurious main suite with dressing room, ensuite and private balcony. Outdoor areas were important to the owners of this knockdown rebuild. While the house is large at almost 454m2, it fills only half the block. That means there’s a generous backyard. A central courtyard provides further outdoor space. Of course, this courtyard – as well as being a gorgeous focal point – has the added advantage of bringing light into the centre of the house.

Dining

Look Design Group

Inspiration for a contemporary dining room in Sydney with white walls, plywood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

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

Columbia, TN Custom Home

Noble Johnson Architects

Architecture: Noble Johnson Architects Interior Design: Rachel Hughes - Ye Peddler Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional open plan dining in Nashville with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone fireplace surround and brown floor.

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.

Queens Gate Terrace

Burbeck Interiors ltd

Transitional dining room in London with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and decorative wall panelling.

Cliffside Farmhouse // Modern Farmhouse

Younger Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized country kitchen/dining combo in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Modern Medina Two-Story

Swanson Homes

The dining space and walkout raised patio are separated by Marvin’s bi-fold accordion doors which open up to create a shared indoor/outdoor space with stunning prairie conservation views. The outdoor patio features a clean, contemporary sawn sandstone, built-in grill, and radius stairs leading down to the lower patio/pool at the walkout level.

Today’s Traditional On Beacon Hill Boston

Hamilburg Interiors

Inspiration for a traditional dining room in Boston with green walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and wallpaper.

WESTVIEW CIRCLE

Total 360 Interiors

This is an example of a transitional kitchen/dining combo in Dallas with light hardwood floors, beige walls, a standard fireplace and brown 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

Dining Room

J. Lawrence Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized country dining room in Little Rock with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a stone 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.

Argyle Kitchen Remodel

Urbanology Designs

Inspiration for a scandinavian dining room in Dallas with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, a wood fireplace surround and brown floor.

State St

Entablature, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized transitional separate dining room in New Orleans with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a standard fireplace, brown floor and a wood fireplace surround.

Santa Barbara Transitional

JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction

Inspiration for a large mediterranean open plan dining in Austin with medium hardwood floors, a stone fireplace surround, beige walls, a standard fireplace and brown floor.

Iliad 6-Light Pendant - Carbide Black and Nickel Finish - Plated Smoke Glass

Troy Lighting

For over 50 years, Troy Lighting has transcended time and redefined handcrafted workmanship with the creation of strikingly eclectic, sophisticated casual lighting fixtures distinguished by their unique human sensibility and characterized by their design and functionality. Features: Suitable for indoor locations only UL certified in compliance with nationally recognized product safety standards Specifications: Included shade measures as 7.87"" High x 7.25"" Diameter Included Canopy measures as 6"" Diameter x 0.75"" Thick 1-6in, 2-12in, 1-18in stem included Requires 6 x 60-Watt E26 Medium Base Incandescent Bulb (not included)

Rye Beach Shingle

VanderHorn Architects

A classic egg-and-dart motif surrounds the honed absolute granite of the dining room fireplace with bolection moulding and mantel shelf above protrude from paneled walls centered between a built-in cabinet and French doors to a hallway beyond. James Merrell Photography

Claro Dining

Collector's Specialty Woods

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary open plan dining in Denver with white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, a standard fireplace and a wood fireplace surround.

Dining Room Design Ideas with a Standard Fireplace and Brown Floor

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!